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Chats with Patch
Patch is on a mission to decode the tech world. First stop: Telstra’s top tech friends. Patch finds out how some of the brightest minds...
Sleep isn’t a luxury, it’s a lifeline
As many of us manage our ‘always-on world’, unfortunately sleep can become something we sacrifice. Find out what our Youth Advisory Council are doing about...
Rest, Reflect, Recharge – a lesson on how young people do sleep!
Our Youth Advisory Council tackle the hurdles to a good night's rest, and offer practical tips to boost your sleep game.
Telstra people translating the future for the next generation of coders
Behind the scenes of Moonhack - our yearly coding challenge - are a group of dedicated volunteers from Telstra translating Moonhack projects for use around...
Moonhack turns 10!
Telstra Foundation's iconic coding challenge Moonhack is turning 10!
Bold voices, bright futures: Telstra Foundation’s support for Queer Youth on Wear It Purple Day
Our mission is to support young people in shaping a future where they are safe, empowered, and heard.
Powering possibility: how Telstra Foundation and The Smith Family are closing the digital divide together
The digital divide isn’t just a tech issue; it’s a barrier to education, opportunity, inclusion and social mobility. Read what we're doing to help.
‘Do Not Disturb’: what happens when teens take back their sleep
Telstra Foundation’s youth-led sleep challenge is revealing the simple strategies that help young people get better rest.
How do we shape a future that’s for everyone?
We believe that young people aren’t just the leaders of tomorrow - they’re the changemakers of today. When they speak we do more than just...
Walking Together: Reflections from Wangkatha Country
NAIDOC Week is a time to reflect, listen, and learn. This year’s theme, “The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy," invites us to celebrate First...
Meaningful Connectivity: young Australians getting online
Beneath Australia’s high broadband access lies a digital divide for young people. Meaningful connectivity isn’t just about being online - it’s about ensuring every young...
Building digital confidence with heart, not hype
Sarah Ebbelaar Regional Engagement Manager, Tasmania, joined Telstra Foundation partner PROJECT ROCKIT in Tasmania as they delivered powerful cyberbullying workshops. She shares her reflections with...
Screens and sleep – what young people should know
For many young people, screen time is getting in the way of a good sleep. We're taking a look at how digital habits can affect...
Voices from the classroom: how regional students are shaping their digital future
Students in Wonthaggi, Powlett River and Illawarra are stepping up as digital leaders through the Telstra Foundation-supported Digital Futures program, building skills, confidence and safer...
Digital experts: when young people become the teachers
Across Australia, a quiet but powerful shift is happening: young people are becoming the digital guides for the older generations in their lives.
Navigating online safety: what young people say
In today’s digital-first world, young people are more connected than ever—and they’re also more aware of the risks that come with being online.
Reflections from the Youth Advisory Council: A Year of Impact
With a refreshed 2025 Youth Advisory Council now in place we asked our 2024 Council to share their thoughts and reflections on the impact of...
Our Code Club Australia volunteers are keeping kids coding
This National Volunteering Week we’re recognising the incredible effort of so many people across Australia, who are keeping our Code Clubs everywhere up and running.
Celebrating inclusion: no better time than IDAHOBIT 2025
We’re celebrating IDAHOBIT 2025 and supporting the creation of safe spaces for LGBTQIA+ young people through our partner MINUS18.
Welcoming our 2025 Youth Advisory Council
We're welcoming the 2025 Youth Advisory Council who bring together a fresh mix of new members and returning members, each ready to help us reimagine...
Digital Futures program kicks off in regional Australia
The Digital Futures program has officially launched in Cessnock NSW and Mallee VIC and we checked in with the PROJECT ROCKIT program presenters.
Team Telstra makes a big splash for youth mental health online support
In March Telstra people came together as one team to swim Laps for Life and show support for youth mental health.
How can we build youth online communities outside of social media?
In March our excellent Technology & Wellbeing Roundtable speakers shared their insights on building safe online communities with young people.
Join the Telstra Foundation Youth Advisory Council: Shape your digital future
Application are now open to join Telstra Foundation's Youth Advisory Council