Selected writing, interviews, speeches and commentary by Paul Fletcher, with a link to the full text or recording.
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PODCAST: Byte Size — Road User Charging: An Old Cost Made More Fair and Visible
Paul discusses road user charging and how it can make the cost of using roads fairer and more visible.
Passenger flights start at Western Sydney Airport in October 2026
A short update on the start of passenger flights at Western Sydney International Airport.
CommsDay Comment Piece: Should Telstra’s Network Outage Trigger New Regulation?
Paul argues for a careful response to network outages and considers whether more detailed regulation would improve reliability.
LinkedIn: Joining the Tech Council of Australia board
Paul shared his appointment to the Tech Council of Australia board and his continued focus on technology and Australia’s digital economy.
Labor’s big bet on US quantum firm does not compute
A commentary on the government’s proposed investment in a US quantum computing company and the public policy questions surrounding the decision.
Brisbane vs Chicago: Labor’s quantum-sized dilemma
Paul examines the proposed quantum investment through the lens of international competition and Australia’s technology policy choices.
So many things wrong with Labor’s one huge bet on PsiQuantum
A critique of the policy and investment case for backing a single quantum technology company.
Stare down the digital giants
Paul writes about the responsibilities of major digital platforms and the public policy response to their growing influence.
Review is needed for better services
A commentary on improving the design and delivery of government services through review and reform.
Here’s some news, Meta – you’re defying Australian law
Paul discusses Meta’s response to Australian news media regulation and the implications for publishers and platforms.
Submission to the NSW Government on planning
A policy submission addressing planning reform and the role of infrastructure and transport in shaping development.
This gig is proving its worthiness
An opinion piece considering the role and value of gig work in the Australian economy.
It’s time for the government to act on digital ID
Paul makes the case for government action on digital identity and the foundations needed for trusted online services.
Call a government service and you will wait and wait
A commentary on public service phone wait times and the case for improving the experience of people seeking government help.