Paul’s books

Ideas and insight on Australia’s communications, broadband and digital future.

Paul Fletcher has written two books examining the choices that have shaped Australia’s telecommunications and internet policy. Together, they draw on his experience in the sector and explore the commercial, political and regulatory forces behind major changes in connectivity.

Cover of Wired Brown Land? Telstra’s Battle for Broadband by Paul Fletcher

NewSouth Publishing · 2009

Wired Brown Land? Telstra’s Battle for Broadband

Paul’s account of the commercial and political contest over Australia’s broadband infrastructure, including the policy debate that led to the proposed national broadband network. Written from the perspective of a former Optus executive, it examines the choices and interests that shaped the market.

Explore the book at UNSW Press

Cover of Governing in the Internet Age by Paul Fletcher

Monash University Publishing · 2021

Governing in the Internet Age

A concise exploration of how governments can protect citizens online, preserve national sovereignty and regulate fairly as the internet changes society and the economy.

Explore the book at Monash University Publishing

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Paul speaks and advises on communications, infrastructure and the digital economy.

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