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In a move that could change the way Aussies stay safe and connected in the bush, Telstra has just launched Australia’s first direct-to-satellite text messaging service, and while it’s a…

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Advice

How To Call For Help In The Outback

When you’re venturing into the heart of the Australian outback, where the horizon stretches endlessly and the closest neighbour might be a wombat, reliable communication isn’t just a convenience—it’s a…

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News

Thuraya Satellite Network Goes Down

In a major blow to outback travel, Thuraya has indefinitely cancelled their service. The news comes a few weeks after a sustained Force Majeure Event affecting their T3 satellite, which…

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Electrical

Outback Internet – How Elon Musk is connecting the bush

Pining for an outback adventure but just can’t bear the thought of missing the latest episode of MAFS? Tesla billionaire and full time internet troll Elon Musk has you covered.…

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Vehicles

Watch a video of the 2019 Suzuki Jimny

We’re pretty excited about the 2019 Suzuki Jimny. Even though you’re flat-out fitting a packed lunch inside, there is something very special about the little Japanese off-roader. We originally thought…

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Emergency communications on the Gunbarrel Highway.

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Travel

Why you should always travel with emergency communications

It gets a bit tiring to keep when folk like us banging on about safety when you’re travelling remotely. But now and again, you’ll see why it’s so important. On…

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Communications

No Signal, No Worries: New Telstra Tech Sends Texts Anywhere

How To Call For Help In The Outback

Thuraya Satellite Network Goes Down

Outback Internet – How Elon Musk is connecting the bush

Watch a video of the 2019 Suzuki Jimny

Why you should always travel with emergency communications