Connect to the internet – Good Things Foundation https://goodthingsaustralia.org Closing the digital divide Mon, 24 Feb 2025 05:11:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://goodthingsaustralia.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/curves-150x150.png Connect to the internet – Good Things Foundation https://goodthingsaustralia.org 32 32 Staying Connected in an Emergency: Guide and tips https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/staying-connected-in-an-emergency-guide-and-tips/ Fri, 29 Nov 2024 00:03:08 +0000 https://goodthingsaustralia.org/?post_type=learn-resource&p=9993 This free guide from Regional Tech Hub provides tips on how to stay connected in an emergency or natural disaster. It also includes downloadable factsheets you can print out and answers to Frequently Asked Questions. Resource link takes you to a different website with tips on how to get ready for an emergency so you can stay connected and keep up to date, including during power outages.

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]]> 3G network switch off: Info and dates https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/3g-network-switch-off-info-and-dates/ Fri, 12 Jul 2024 00:31:27 +0000 https://goodthingsaustralia.org/?post_type=learn-resource&p=5505 This article explains when the 3G mobile network in Australia will be turned off. It includes what will happen when the network is switched off, dates of the switch off and how to contact telco’s for more information and support. This article was written by the Australian Communications and Media Authority and opens on their website.

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]]> Financial hardship fact sheet (ACMA) https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/financial-hardship-fact-sheet-acma/ Fri, 12 Jul 2024 00:25:12 +0000 https://goodthingsaustralia.org/?post_type=learn-resource&p=5504 This fact sheet explains the help available for people struggling to pay their phone or internet bill. It explains when telco’s need to offer help to people, the type of support that can be offered and how to get this support. This fact sheet was made by the Australian Communications and Media Authority. It downloads as a pdf.

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]]> Everything WiFi Explained https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/smithfamily-wifi/ Mon, 08 Jul 2024 07:44:58 +0000 https://goodthingsaustralia.org/?p=4365 This resource provides a comprehensive explanation of WiFi, covering its uses, connection methods, and safety tips. It explains how home WiFi networks work, guides users through the process of connecting devices, and offers advice on using public WiFi safely. Download this resource to read about WiFi.

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]]> Be Connected Topic Library https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/be-connected-topic-library/ Tue, 18 Jun 2024 06:00:00 +0000 https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/be-connected-topic-library/ Visit this library for more topics, including online banking, online safety, getting started with devices, what is data and using online government services.

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]]> Using the internet safely (Easy Read) https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/using-the-internet-safely/ Tue, 18 Jun 2024 05:59:58 +0000 https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/using-the-internet-safely/ This online and printable booklet gives tips in Easy Read format (Easy English) on using the internet safely. This booklet was made by Down Syndrome Australia. The link will take you to the booklet on the Down Syndrome Australia website.

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]]> Telstra Top Up program https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/telstra-top-up-program/ Tue, 09 Apr 2024 01:15:19 +0000 https://ausgoodthindev.wpenginepowered.com/?p=1021 The Telstra Top Up program helps those experiencing vulnerability stay connected to the people and services supporting them by providing a $160 Pre-Paid mobile recharge with 70GB of data for six months. The program is available to Community Service Organisations that support vulnerable women, youth and families, First Nations communities or refugees, or community members impacted by homelessness…

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]]> School Student Broadband Initiative https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/school-student-broadband-initiative/ Tue, 09 Apr 2024 01:09:31 +0000 https://ausgoodthindev.wpenginepowered.com/?p=1019 Community organisations, including Anglicare Victoria, have been nominated to help families participate in the initiative. If you are eligible, the home internet service will be provided at no cost until 31 December 2025 through a participating internet provider over the National Broadband Network. These internet providers will have their own step-by-step process to get you connected…

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]]> Home networks https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/home-networks/ Fri, 03 Mar 2023 01:17:30 +0000 https://ausgoodthindev.wpenginepowered.com/?p=999 This free online course from the Be Connected program teaches you about home internet networks, how to connect to the internet at home and the nbn. This course covers: – What is a home network? – What do I need for a home network? – Connecting to my home network over Wi-Fi – Connecting to my home network with a cable – Internet speeds on your home network – What is the nbn?

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]]> Programs and offers to help you stay connected https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/programs-and-offers-to-help-you-stay-connected/ Fri, 10 Jun 2022 04:15:16 +0000 https://ausgoodthindev.wpenginepowered.com/?p=935 Struggling with the cost of your internet or phone service? ACCAN has put together a list of telco offers to help targeted groups stay connected. ACCAN has compiled a list of offers from telcos for targeted groups such as seniors, healthcare card holders and students. There may be alternative products and services out there that meet your needs, so it’s also worth comparing plans or looking at…

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