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ACCC clears Optus to scrap HFC network and use NBN instead

The ACCC has cleared, provisionally, the proposed deal between Optus and NBN Co under which Optus is to be paid around $800m to shut down its HFC network and transfer customers onto the NBN. read more

TUSC appoints new telco GM

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IT services provider, TUSC, has recently appointed IT&T industry veteran John Gugel as general manager of its telecommunications business. Gugel has a strong combination of IT and telecommunications industry expertise plus senior management experience gained at Dexterra, Telstra, Price Waterhouse, Amcor and ANL.He replaces Rod Bower, who intends to retire by the end of the year after eight years of service.  As a part of a transition program, Bower will provide hands-on support and advice to Gugel until his retirement, and will then be available to provide consultancy services as needed.