ABC Shepparton Breakfast: Census scams & rural connectivity

Scammers target census data while Telstra expands satellite support for rural residents.

The Australian census is underway, and it’s crucial to keep your personal info secure. This week on ABC Shepparton Breakfast, hear about why listeners need to be on the lookout for potential scams involving unsolicited emails or messages asking for credit card details or fines.

There’s also news for rural mobile users, as Telstra’s satellite connections have moved beyond text messaging to support specific apps like WhatsApp and Google Maps. This expansion aims to enhance communication in rural areas with poor coverage, though call quality may not be amazing.

Lastly we’ll talk about AI and misinformation on Google Maps thanks to a feature Google introduced and then quickly pulled.

Check out Shepparton Breakfast for August 4 with Jo Printz on ABC Shepparton for the full rundown, kicking off from just before the 1 hour 18 minute mark (or 1.17.40 to be exact).