Simon Shaw

This is a great initiative to allow the public to express their views. I would like to also back Gaz's comments above with a note regarding Senator Conroys proposed internet filter. Senator Conroy continues to either not comment on the exact nature of the proposed filter, answer any technical questions on the matter or sidesteps the matter completely. This is against the spirit of what our elected representatives are supposed to do. I have sent a number of letters regarding the filter to various politicians and keep receiving back copies of the same document I received from Senator Conroys office when I wrote to him. I would say 90% plus of IT people in Australia are against the proposed filter. (Based on polls and general discussion with colleagues). On the National Broadband Network initiative, please don't allow Telstra to consolidate their monopoly. It will hurt Australia in the short to long term. Thankyou.