Streaming services such as Netflix and Amazon Prime would have to meet Australian content requirements under a federal government proposal to help local production.
Troubled streaming service Quickflix is cutting staff and negotiating deals with content providers as it strives to become viable in the highly competitive sector.
Australia's largest telco Telstra has announced the upcoming launch of its new television streaming device, which will offer its customers access to services including Netflix and Presto.
Subiaco-based internet provider iiNet has announced its customers across all brands will have quota-free access to Netflix, when the online streaming service hits Australian shores in less than three weeks.
WA's early online entrepreneurs have proved resilient with the $30 million sale this year of part of Perth-based eBooks Corporation showing isolation is no barrier to online success.
