Shoalhaven, NSW installs Australian-first Community Information Hubs built for any conditions

Shoalhaven, NSW Community Information Hubs Australian First

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Twenty-six Hubs with digital screens were installed at showgrounds and tourist parks throughout the region. Each 55-inch display presents localized information including the fire risk rating, weather forecast, and community events. Satellite modems and VoIP phones maintain connections between Hub users and the outside world during emergency situations. The Hubs can operate for up to four days without grid connections thanks to solar energy stored in on-site batteries.

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Shoalhaven, NSW

City in New South Wales

Australia

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Find a community information hub | Shoalhaven City Council

Empowering the community, residents and visitors, with essential local information

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Digital emergency screens ready to provide vital information | Shoalhaven City Council

In a first for Australia, 26 digital information screens have been installed across the Shoalhaven to provide authoritative, accurate and timely information to communities at all times of the year, including in emergency situations.

Australian-first for Shoalhaven digital hubs - Inside Local Government

In an Australian-first, 26 digital information screens have been installed across the NSW Shoalhaven region to provide year-round authoritative, accurate and timely information to communities. Shoalhaven City Council Mayor, Amanda Findley says the screens will display real-time information including the daily fire danger rating, weather from the Bureau of Meteorology and local community and Council […]

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