The Australian Government has committed $15 million over three years (2008-2011) for the provision of 2000 internet kiosks to organisations that support seniors and want to host a Broadband for Seniors Kiosk and participate in this project.
The project aims are to provide seniors with free access to Broadband for Seniors Kiosks, help them gain confidence using computer technology, and to build community participation and social inclusion amongst older Australians.
Download the Kiosk Information Pack and the Kiosk Starter Kit for more information. Or, click the About BFS tab.
View photos of some kiosk sites at Some BFS Kiosk Sites.
It benefits organisations that want to compliment their facilities with new technology to support their seniors with free access to the Internet, computers and basic training.
It benefits seniors who feel threatened by new technology and the Internet. It will enable seniors to learn for free how to use a computer, access the Internet and communicate with friends and family via email.
Kiosks are located in community centres, retirement villages and clubs interested in participating in the Broadband for Seniors initiative.
Kiosks are gifted to the hosting organisations and become their property upon delivery; but, must be exclusively used for the BFS project until 30 Jun 2011.
To find a Kiosk, see the list under Current Rollout.
Click here to see photos of BFS Kiosk sites.
To contact NEC, see Contact Us
To download the NEC media release click here
To view the FaHCSIA media release click here