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100G LR1 enabled across all 100G capable sites

We’re excited to announce that the IAA Member Portal now allows you to order 100G LR1 optical transceivers across any 100Gbps enabled site. 100GBASE-LR1 is the successor to 100GBASE-LR4 as it uses a single laser rather than four lasers to achieve 100Gbps, reducing the complexity for less failures as well as enabling cost savings.

100G LR1 is now our default preferred optic type in the portal when you order a 100Gbps service with 100G LR4 still an option for now. In addition to the benefits of 100G LR for our Members, the biggest benefit to us is that we can use a 400G PLR4 optic to break a QSFP-DD switch port out into four 100Gbps ports for Members, significantly increasing the density we can get out of our modern switches to keep your packets as close as possible to your neighbours.

To assist Members with this change, we’re currently offering a complimentary FLEXOPTIX QSFP28 LR1 transceiver with new 100Gbps ports coded for your preferred vendor. To arrange this, please email support@internet.asn.au with your order ID, shipping address and vendor details of the device the transceiver will be used in.

Advocacy Corner – November 2024 – January 2025 update

Following a busy end to 2024, the policy team has had an equally hectic start to 2025!

There are several consultations currently underway that will have a significant impact on the telecommunications sector. Namely, the review of the Telecommunications Consumer Protections Code by Communications Alliance, as well as rules for the telco sector under Security of Critical Infrastructure Act. These subordinate rules will apply to carriers and carriage service providers that have over 20,000 services in operation or supplies to the government. If this is you or your organisation, then we highly recommend you attend the Town Hall that the Department will be running on 11 February to find out more information and ask any questions. You can read more about the open consultations below, and let us know if you have any concerns you’d like us to include in our submission!

The policy team has also had its hands full onboarding our new PPAP members! We received a record number of applications, and you can read more about our new PPAP members in this newsletter item. The interest in PPAP is a testament to the growth of the advocacy work that IAA has been doing to improve policy for the telco sector, and we thank all our Members for their interest in and support of our policy work. PPAP meetings are open to guests, so please let us know if you would like to attend. We will also provide regulatory updates at each in-person event this year, so make sure to attend!

As always, please get in touch to share your thoughts on any of the open and/or previous submissions below. We really appreciate your input.

Open consultations:

Telecommunications Service Provider (Customer Identity Authentication) Determination 2022 | ACMA | 14 February 2025

The ACMA proposes to amend its requirements related to identity verification. Proposed changes include the introduction of new authentication methods, the removal of biometric data as a primary authentication method, exceptions to sending notifications about high-risk transactions and record keeping requirements.

Consultation on Subordinate Legislation to the Cyber Security Act and Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 | Department of Home Affairs | 14 February 2025

Following amendments to the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act, and the passage of the Cyber Security Act in late 2024, the Department of Home Affairs is consulting on various subordinate legislation related to rules governing the new Cyber Incident Review Board, ransomware reporting requirements; security of smart devices, data storage systems as a critical infrastructure asset, and most importantly, the risk management program rules for the telecommunications sector. All carriers and CSPs with 20,000+ active services in operation or those that knowingly supply to government will be subject to the positive security obligations, including the risk management program rules.

C628: Telecommunications Consumer Protections Code Review | Communications Alliance | 28 February 2025

Communications Alliance is conducting its periodic review of the TCP Code, and the latest iteration is now open for public consultation. The TCP Code is a significant instrument that applies to most of IAA’s Members. There are many proposed changes, including enhanced rules regarding the identification and protection of vulnerable customers, providing at least 2 fee-free payment methods, the requirement to perform credit checks for consumers for contracts that could result in a debt of +$150, providing a (near) real time customer support channel, flexibility regarding direct billing payments, and compliance processes.

Completed submissions:

Member Guidance – Reasonable steps to inform consumers and occupiers of IDR and EDR | TIO

 Scams Prevention Framework Bill | Treasury

SLAID Act Review | INSLM

NBN Co Amendment (Commitment to Public Ownership) Bill 2024 | Senate Standing Committees on Environment and Communications

Unfair Trading Practices Consultation Paper | Treasury

Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Bill 2024 | Senate Standing Committees on Environment and Communications

A great big welcome to our new PPAP members!

Following our recruitment process in late 2024, we’ve successfully grown the IAA Public Policy Advisory Panel (PPAP). We have four returning members who have renewed their terms, as well as five new faces and we’re chuffed to work with the expanded PPAP as we face a busy year ahead.

With a diverse representation of Corporate, Professional and Affiliate Members, as well as different backgrounds and interests, we’re excited about the quality of discussions we’ll have as each panel member brings their unique insight on important policy matters.

Our first PPAP meeting of 2025 will be held on 5 February 2025 and new panel members will have their work cut out for them as we dive straight into discussions of the TCP Code and telco security regulations, which are currently open for consultation!

Welcome to our new PPAP panelists:

Craig Lester
Jean Linis-Dinco
Mark Newton
Sanjeev Israni
Trace Wu

You can read more about PPAP on the IAA website!

If you have any questions about the PPAP, or IAA’s advocacy work in general, please get in touch at policy@internet.asn.au.

Welcome new Members! February 2025

Welcome to our newest Professional Members:

Jean Dinco
Jane Glynn
Peter Hall
Tony Hill
Steven Honson
Dirk Hunter
Sanjeev Israni
Kory Jenner
Kate Lance
Jing Ma
Nathan McKenzie
Etienne Munnich
Lachlan Nichols
Patrick OBrien
Richard Peet
Sam Rogers
Michael Senatore
MD Rayhan Uddin
Dason Vela

Welcome to our Corporate Members:

COUNTERFATE PTY LTD

Advancing from Professional to Corporate Membership, Counterfate is simplifying cyber defense with a keen interest in peering and extended peering on QLD-IX. Founded by two passionate cyber engineers, their mission is to tackle cyber data intelligence challenges in a unique and innovative way. We’re excited to have them join our peering community.

URL NETWORKS PTY LTD

Following an eye-opening advocacy presentation by IAA at AusNOG 2024, URL Networks decided to join as a Corporate Member. Established in 2007, URL Networks are specialists in the use of emergent VoIP technologies for business telecommunications. We’re thrilled to have them on board and look forward to their contributions to the peering community!

From the CEO’s Desk – November 2024

As we approach the end of 2024, it’s time to reflect on a productive year and look ahead to our exciting future. At this year’s AGM we marked a list of key achievements: numerous upgrades and migrations complete, 400Gbps ports launched and some new POPs opened and old ones retired. We welcomed two new Board Members, along with a Board mentee, as part of our new IAASysters mentoring program. We’re also planning to deliver two IAASysters Workshops in 2025, extending our support for women in tech across to New Zealand, in partnership with NZNOG.

Speaking of expanding our network, our newest Point of Presence at NEXTDC’s A1 data centre in Adelaide is now live, offering 100Gbps ports on SA-IX for the first time, reflecting our commitment to meeting Members’ growing connectivity demands.

Our Board is now preparing for its annual retreat to set 2025’s priorities, and while we will certainly miss the contributions from Matthew Moyle-Croft and Richard Thompson, their shoes will be well filled by Karl Kloppenborg and Fraser McGlinn. Thank you to everyone who voted and attended the AGM, we really appreciate the level of engagement from our Members and are proud of the results you can see in our Annual Report.

As we celebrate the success of this year’s IAA Convergent Events series, Members will be pleased to know we’re already planning next year’s packed program of online and in-person events. And don’t forget to register for our End of Year Events series — join us in celebrating another year of growth, collaboration, and progress!

On the regulatory front and fresh from the auIGF, IAA’s Policy Team continue to represent you in regulatory discussions, especially in the light of a misinformed push for greater and direct regulation. We’re advocating that we continue with co-regulation and we’re also engaging in key consultations on privacy reform, security of critical infrastructure and the TIO Terms of Reference. We’d also love your help in shaping our policy direction, so why not join the Public Policy Advisory Panel (PPAP)? More voices on the issues that matter really help make our collective voices stronger.

This week, I’ll be attending Peering Asia, to reconnect with our partners across the region and explore new opportunities to benefit our Members. Here’s to an exciting 2025 ahead, where we’ll continue building a stronger, more connected future together!

Happy peering!

Narelle 
IAA CEO

IAA AGM 2024 update

Following last week’s Annual General Meeting we’re pleased to announce the IAA Board election results.

Congratulations to our newly elected Board Members:

Karl Kloppenborg and Fraser McGlinn.

Both have been elected for three-year terms and will take their places alongside Matthew Enger (Board Chair), Brett O’Hara (Deputy Chair), David Hooton and Nathan Brookfield.

We extend a special note of appreciation to our outgoing Board Members, Richard Thompson (2021-2024) and Matthew Moyle-Croft (2020-2024). Both have made outstanding contributions to IAA and the internet community during their tenure, and we thank them for their service.

Thanks also to all Board nominees, voters and attendees of this year’s IAA AGM.

Once again, this meeting was held online. As outlined in the agenda, the meeting received a report from the Chair, Deputy Chair and CEO, along with the aforementioned election result and the appointment of the auditor.

For those that missed the AGM or would just like a recap, you can find our Annual Report, the AGM slide deck via the [IAA website] and the meeting has been placed on the IAA YouTube Channel.

You will find further information about the Internet Association of Australia Ltd in the IAA Annual Report.

Should you have any questions about the AGM, please contact secretary@internet.asn.au.

View AGM on YouTube

Welcome our new Board Members

Karl Kloppenborg – Professional Member

We are thrilled to announce that Karl Kloppenborg has secured a position on the IAA Board! After a strong campaign last year, he came back for a second attempt to secure a place, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to our community and the future of internet governance.

With over 15 years of hands-on experience in telecommunications, systems engineering, cloud computing and internet advocacy, Karl is perfectly positioned to contribute to the IAA’s continued growth and advancement.

Karl currently serves as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of ResetData Pty Ltd, where he is spearheading the development of the world’s first environmentally sustainable public cloud. Before joining ResetData, he held key positions at organisations such as Real World Group, DigitalMaas, and Crucial Cloud Hosting, where he designed and developed critical systems, including cloud environments and analytics platforms. His career has been marked by a dedication to innovation in cloud computing and distributed systems, and his technical expertise spans a range of programming languages, systems engineering tools, and virtualisation technologies.

In addition to his technical background, Karl is deeply committed to the development and governance of the internet. He has been actively involved with APNIC (Asia-Pacific Network Information Centre) for several years, advocating for policy changes related to transparency, fair representation, and meaningful reforms in internet governance. His advocacy efforts have provided him with valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing our global internet infrastructure.

Please join us in welcoming Karl to the Board!

Fraser McGlinn – Professional Member

We are excited to announce that Fraser McGlinn has secured a position on the IAA Board! After vying for a seat last year, Fraser put his hand up again to secure a seat on the Board this year, showcasing his continued passion for the internet community.

Fraser brings a broad professional background that spans multiple countries, including New Zealand, Australia, and the Philippines, offering a unique perspective on the needs of the sector.

In his current role, Fraser leads the Network Design and Architecture Team at an ISP in the Philippines, where he is dedicated to the mission of “Accelerating internet for the Philippines and improving connectivity for all Filipinos.” Central to this mission is the operation of the Philippines’ largest Internet Exchange, where fostering relationships and community engagement has been key to its ongoing success. As Fraser says, “When we share, everyone wins.”

A strong advocate for upholding the founding core values of the internet—community, inclusivity, and respect—Fraser’s extensive experience in governance, technical, and operational roles has deepened his commitment to promoting these principles in real and measurable ways.

As a Board Member, Fraser says he is dedicated to evolving outreach and mentoring programs such as IAASysters, which provide vital mentorship opportunities for young people and newcomers to the field.

Fraser also emphasises the importance of sensible policy development, advocating for open discussions between the industry and government. He is committed to facilitating forums that address internet-related issues, fostering cooperation and community-building while ensuring there is no disconnect between the government and the industry.

Please join us in welcoming Fraser McGlinn to the Board!

Register now for our 2024 End of Year Event series

Have you registered for our End of Year Event series yet? We hope you and your guests will be able to make at least one of these unforgettable events.

Hobart – Wednesday, 6 November | The Still | LARK Whisky Bar | 30 Argyle St | Hobart
Sydney – Wednesday, 13 November |  Flight Club Sydney | 135 Harrington St | The Rocks
Melbourne – Wednesday, 20 November | Oche Melbourne | 263-269 Elizabeth St | Melbourne
Adelaide – Tuesday, 26 November | Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq | Rundle Place | Level 1 | 77/91 Rundle Mall | Adelaide
Perth – Thursday, 28 November |   B. Lucky & Sons Perth  | Level 1 | Forrest Chase | Shop 26 | 401 Wellington St | Perth – HURRY! ALMOST AT CAPACITY!
Brisbane – Wednesday, 4 December | B.Lucky & Sons Fortitude Valley | TC Bierne Building | Shop T1 | 315 Brunswick St | Fortitude Valley

Be sure to register via the IAA Member Portal now!

Register now!

IAASysters are unstoppable

In September we hosted our fourth annual IAASysters Workshop, followed by two days at the AusNOG conference, to take advantage of industry networking, learn the latest industry trends and receive in-depth technical training.

Thanks again to our awesome sponsors. We couldn’t do this without you!

Here are some pictures highlighting this year’s program.

IAASysters 2025 is double the fun

Hot on the heels of Sydney, we’re set to double our efforts in 2025 announcing IAASysters Workshops in New Zealand and Melbourne!  Whether you want to apply for yourself, nominate someone, or explore sponsorship opportunities, this is your chance to get involved!

About IAASysters

Now in its fifth year, the IAASysters program offers a one-day workshop focused on career development, followed by attendance at a major technical conference. This combination equips successful participants with essential skills, hands-on training, and invaluable networking opportunities within the industry.

IAASysters Melbourne Workshop

The IAASysters Workshop in Melbourne will take place on Tuesday, 2 September 2025, prior to the AusNOG Conference which our IAASysters will attend on Wednesday, 3 and Thursday, 4 September 2025.

IAASysters NZ Napier Workshop – backed by NZNOG!

In addition, we are thrilled to expand our program across the ditch this year. We will be hosting an IAASysters NZ Workshop on Wednesday, 9 April 2025, in Napier, NZ, with support from the NZNOG conference, which our IAASysters will also attend on Thursday, 10 and Friday, 11 April 2025. This is open to both Australians and New Zealanders!

What’s included for successful applicants

  • A ticket to attend the IAASysters Workshop
  • A ticket to the AusNOG or NZNOG conference
  • Economy airfare and accommodation (if required)
  • A one-year complimentary IAA Professional Membership (for Australian delegates only)

Eligibility criteria for applicants:

  • Must be employed or working towards a career in the internet industry
  • Have a passion for the internet and the internet industry
  • Be a resident of Australia or New Zealand (Melbourne is only open to residents of Australia)

As part of the application, we ask for an overview of the applicant’s current role, a summary of career aspirations and/or relevant training. Applications must include a statement of endorsement from either a direct supervisor or mentor; in the case of nominations, the nominator’s endorsement statement will be accepted.

*Applications are open for women working in ALL types of roles within the internet industry (network operations, engineering, IT, marketing, regulation, customer support or those studying towards a relevant degree or diploma).

Apply or nominate a Syster today via the IAA website:

Apply or Nominate

Applications close

  • Melbourne: Friday, 25 April 2025, at 5:00pm AEST
  • Napier: Friday, 7 February 2025, at 5:00pm NZDT

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For organisations looking to empower more women in the tech space, we offer sponsorship opportunities that will highlight your brand’s commitment to diversity.

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