The Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs (FaHCSIA) has selected NEC Australia Pty Ltd and its consortium members Adult Learning Australia (ALA), the Australian Seniors Computer Clubs Association (ASCCA) and the University of the Third Age Online (U3A Online) to deliver the Broadband for Seniors, initiative nationally.
The Australian Government has committed $15 million over three years (2008-09 to 2010- 2011) to provide free access to the computer, broadband services and training to older Australians.