Tech Hub Talk
Tech Hub Talk Real Talk, Real Connections: Navigating regional connectivity with those who live it. Hosted by Joshua Groch and brought to you by the Regional Tech Hub. Tech Hub Talk shares real stories from rural, regional, and remote Australia. From families to advocates, each episode dives into how connectivity shapes lives—including small businesses, healthcare and primary producers. We cover everything from the 3G shutdown to staying connected in emergencies, offering practical, down-to-earth advice. Listen in for real people, real talk, and real solutions. More at regionaltechhub.org.au.
Episodes
In the season finale of Tech Hub Talk, host Joshua Groch is joined by Kristen Coggan, Community Engagement Manager at the Regional Tech Hub. They dive into a topic that’s crucial for rural and regional Australia: connectivity resilience during natural disasters.
Kristen shares expert tips on preparing for connectivity outages, from keeping power banks charged to downloading emergency apps. Drawing from her firsthand experience wit...
In this episode of Tech Hub Talk, host Joshua Groch chats with Wendy Hick — a seasoned advocate for rural communications and cattle grazier at Thorntonia Station — about the critical role of connectivity in emergency preparedness for remote regions of Australia.
Wendy shares her first-hand experiences navigating major natural disasters, including severe flooding in 2019 and 2023, and discusses:
✅ How to build connectivity redundan...
In this episode of Tech Hub Talk, we sit down with Telstra’s Regional Australian Executive, Loretta Willaton, to explore the 3G shutdown from the Telco's perspective. With nearly 30 years of experience, Loretta shares:
✅ The behind-the-scenes planning of the 3G shutdown
✅ The challenges of transitioning rural communities to new technologies
✅ The future of connectivity, including direct-to-handset satellite technology
Loretta als...
In this episode, host Joshua Groch speaks with Peter Thompson, a Queensland farmer and connectivity advocate, about the impacts of the recent 3G network shutdown on rural and remote communities.
Peter shares his journey from using outdated systems like the party line landline to embracing modern technologies such as 4G and satellite connectivity.
He discusses how these advancements have transformed farming operations, from track...
In this inaugural episode of Tech Hub Talk, host Joshua Groch dives into the recent 3G network shutdown with special guest Kristy Sparrow, co-founder of Better Internet for Rural, Regional and Remote Australia (BIRRR).
Kristy discusses why the 3G network was phased out, the technical impacts on rural and remote connectivity, and the real-world challenges faced by individuals and businesses who relied on 3G. She also shares practic...
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Thank you for joining us on this journey into the heart of regional connectivity across Australia.
In Tech Hub Talk, we’re here to share real stories from people in rural, regional, and remote areas who rely on connectivity every day. Whether you’re a small business owner, a parent, a primary producer, or just looking to stay connected, this podcast is for you.
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