Online briefings

Online briefings

We want reporters located anywhere in Australia to hear what scientists have to say at AusSMC national media briefings.

That's why all our media briefings are now streamed online so that journalists not able to attend the briefing can still follow the event and ask questions from their desk.

When you log in to an online briefing, you will be able to see the PowerPoint slides on your screen and listen to the discussion via audio streaming.

It is recommended that you start the online event a few minutes before it is due to start using links provided by email or on this website, but you can also join the briefing anytime while it is in progress.

ASKING QUESTIONS
If you wish to ask a question during question time, simply type your question and your affiliation into the Q&A box on your portal screen.

To visit our online portal, click here>>

System requirements:
You will need a broadband connection and have audio speakers turned on to hear the streaming audio. Allow approx 1 min for your computer to be configured correctly to our portal, allow software install if asked.

Radio stations wanting to record the briefing audio via a phone line instead, should contact the AusSMC for further details on how to do this.

Technical Difficulties:

If you are having any difficulties logging into the briefing please:

Test Your Login - to see if your browser and firewall settings are compatible for Online Briefings

Call WebEx support on 1800 129 278 for any technical assistance with online briefings

Call the AusSMC on 08 7120 8666 for any other queries.

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