Private company

Pegasus Networks

First public Internet service provider in Australia

Pegasus Networks was the first public Internet service provider in Australia, commencing in June 1989 with local access, and moving to nationwide access from 14 September 1989. It acted as a "gateway" to emerging online networks working in the fields of environment, labor, peace, women's and the human rights movement.2 It was founded by Ian Peter.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

Sep 14, 1989Founded1
  • Industryinternet service provider1
  • HeadquartersAustralia1

Pegasus Networks was the first public Internet service provider in Australia, commencing in June 1989 with local access, and moving to nationwide access from 14 September 1989. It acted as a "gateway" to emerging online networks working in the fields of environment, labor, peace, women's and the human rights movement.2

The story

Founded by Ian Peter on Sep 14, 1989.1

Leadership

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Timeline

  1. Sep 14, 1989Founded Founded1

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