We are pleased to announce a partnership between AARNet, Australia’s national research and education network, and CEnet, the leading ICT shared services provider for Catholic Education. This collaboration aims to expand high-performance network connectivity to more Catholic schools across Australia, empowering students, teachers, and staff in CEnet member dioceses’ schools with faster, more reliable access to digital resources and enabling seamless learning experiences.

Strengthening digital infrastructure for Catholic schools

In today's educational landscape, reliable network connectivity is crucial for schools to access digital learning platforms, online resources, and collaboration tools. Through its partnership with AARNet, CEnet is strengthening its ability to offer schools in all member dioceses equitable access to high-quality network services. With decades of experience in providing network solutions to the education and research sector, AARNet is the perfect partner to help CEnet drive digital innovation in schools.

Key benefits for schools connecting to AARNet

Schools that choose to connect to AARNet through this partnership will gain several key advantages:

• Faster, more reliable connectivity: AARNet’s high-capacity resilient network ensures fast, stable access to online resources, even during peak usage periods, enhancing the digital teaching and learning experience.
• Scalable network solutions: Schools will benefit from scalable network services that can grow with the increasing demands of digital learning, from video streaming to cloud-based applications.
• Enhanced access to educational resources: With improved connectivity, students and educators will enjoy seamless access to online resources, collaborative tools, and remote learning opportunities, fostering innovation and success in the classroom.

Building the future of digital education

Both AARNet and CEnet are committed to providing schools with access to the digital infrastructure they need to thrive in the 21st century.

CEnet CEO, Brendon Miller said, “This partnership will not only enhance the connectivity of our member dioceses’ schools but also support the continued development of digital learning initiatives for Catholic education.”

AARNet CEO Chris Hancock said, “We are excited about the opportunities this partnership presents for Catholic education and look forward to working with CEnet to deliver world-class network services that will benefit both current and future generations of students and educators.”