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Vodafone trials in-store wellbeing staff for vulnerable customers

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Vodafone is piloting in-store Customer Wellbeing Specialists in 12 Australian shops to support vulnerable customers facing complex issues.
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Record phone reuse drive aids domestic violence victims

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A record phone reuse drive in Sydney has readied 1,282 donated mobiles to help domestic violence survivors while cutting e-waste.
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Atturra, Comtrac partner on AI-driven investigation tools

Thu, 11th Dec 2025
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Atturra teams with Comtrac to roll out AI-powered investigation tools for Australian law enforcement and regulators via a single service channel.
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Cumberland City Council donates phones to aid domestic violence victims

Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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Cumberland City Council has donated 45 refurbished phones to help domestic violence victims connect with support services and seek safety.
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Optus launches free Escape Bags to support domestic abuse victims

Wed, 28th May 2025
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Optus teams with charity Escabags to provide free Escape Bags, including SIM cards, across Australia for domestic abuse victims seeking safety and support.
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Reskilling domestic violence survivors for tech roles boosts GDP

Tue, 27th May 2025
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Reskilling domestic violence survivors for tech roles could add AUD $6.5 billion annually to Australia's economy, says Humans of Purpose blueprint.
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Businesses urged to donate old phones to aid DV survivors

Mon, 5th May 2025
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MobileMuster and DV Safe Phone urge Aussie businesses to donate unused phones this Domestic Violence Prevention Month to aid victim-survivors.
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Australian telecoms unite against tech-facilitated abuse

Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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Australian telecom leaders unite to tackle tech-facilitated abuse, reinforcing their commitment during the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.
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8Squad paper reveals tech solutions for service backlogs

Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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A White Paper by 8Squad proposes tech solutions to tackle service backlogs in government, enhancing efficiency for vulnerable Australians.
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How embracing new technology in emergency communications centres improves public safety

Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
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Australia's emergency contact centres grapple with rising call volumes and staff shortages, turning to AI and cloud tech to enhance public safety.
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TechConnect helps DVConnect's domestic violence response

Thu, 29th Jun 2023
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TechConnect deploys Amazon Connect to help DVConnect improve client services and modernise its communications platform.