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Vertel partners with Beaconsim to aid AUS emergency services

Fri, 21st Jun 2019
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Vertel and Beaconsim are partnering to bring advanced radio command and control simulators and communications training to Australia's emergency services.
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Motorola signs $261M deal to upgrade Victoria emergency services network

Tue, 24th Apr 2018
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Motorola signs AU$261m contract to upgrade radio networks for Victoria's first responders, extending existing deal.
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Fujitsu creates $17m dispatch system for Tasmania Police

Mon, 30th Oct 2017
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Fujitsu has launched the first phase of a USD $17 million dispatch system for Tasmania Police, aiming to boost emergency response efficiency and safety.
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Wireless broadband in public safety market expected to soar

Fri, 6th Nov 2015
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The global wireless broadband in public safety market is set to reach $22.9bn by 2020, according to a new study.
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New emergency alert system via text for Southlanders

Wed, 6th May 2015
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Emergency Management Southland is urging Southland residents to sign up to a text alert system, which will provide warnings directly to mobile phones.
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Facebook joins the fight against Ebola with three initiatives

Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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Facebook launches trio of initiatives to combat Ebola, including donations, education, and communication aid for West Africa.
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Minister orders investigation into 111

Fri, 26th Feb 2010
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The government has launched an investigation in the failure of some emergency 111 calls in Auckland this morning.
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New Web site to support emergency services when minutes matter

Mon, 19th Oct 2009
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The Web site allows Kiwis to check and confirm that the emergency services have the right details on how to find them.