Welcome to AARNet

Australia's national research and education network. We deliver fast and reliable internet connectivity, cyber security, data and collaboration services.

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Network and Connectivity Services

Fast, reliable broadband internet access, virtual private networks and solutions for moving large-scale data built for the research and education sector

AARNet, RMIT and AWS collaborate to establish Australia’s first cloud supercomputing facility

This collaboration will provide RMIT University researchers and students with the ability to access cloud supercomputing at scale on Amazon Web Services (AWS) to accelerate research outcomes for advanced manufacturing, space, fintech, digital health, and creative technologies.

Data and Collaboration products and services

AARNet offers a range of solutions for managing and sharing data online and collaborating virtually by phone and video

Cyber Security Solutions

AARNet offers a range of solutions to protect campus networks, online assets, information and people from cyber threats, including Security Operations Centre and DDoS Protection services

Services for the research sector

AARNet provides a range of services and technologies to help research collaborate, share and analyse data across institutions and borders.

Digital technologies for the higher education sector

AARNet provides a range of connectivity, cyber security, data and collaboration services to support online and on-campus teaching and learning

Connectivity and collaboration services for K-12 schools

AARNet provides Australian schools with fast reliable internet services and digital technologies to support teaching and learning

Digital technologies for the Health & Medical sector

AARNet provides a range of connectivity, cyber security, data and collaboration services and digital technologies to support research and education

Services for the Galleries Libraries Archives & Museums (GLAMs) sector

AARNet provides services and technologies to support how collections are shared and preserved

Our Network

Australia's national research and education network is carrier-grade and engineered with low latency, low contention and high capacity so there is no congestion.

The history of AARNet

From humble beginnings pioneering the Internet in Australia, AARNet has played a critical role in advancing excellence in Australian research and education

Our Governance

AARNet is a not-for-profit company owned by 38 Australian universities and CSIRO. Our governance includes a board, executive team and advisory committee.

Our Policies and Reports

Read our company policies, modern slavery statement, annual reports and other public reports.

A strategy to inspire innovation

The AARNet 2018-2022 Strategic Plan defines a long-term vision for a globally networked data sharing ecosystem that accelerates knowledge creation and innovation

Work With Us

Explore job opportunities at AARNet. You'll be supporting global education and critical research.

AARNet Internet

AARNet provides fast reliable internet services for universities, schools, TAFEs, research institutes and cultural organisations. We also offer private networks, cyber security, video and voice solutions.