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9/09/2025
NBN HFC upgrades: What’s happening, what to expect, and how to prepare
The NBN Hybrid Fibre Coaxial (HFC) network is being upgraded across Australia to improve reliability and support the growing demand for fast, stable Internet. These upgrades are part of NBN’s ongoing commitment to deliver a better, more consistent online experience - both now and in the future. Here’s everything you need to know about what’s
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7/08/2025
NBN Co to replace Sky Muster with Amazon Project Kuiper
NBN Co has confirmed plans to shift its satellite Internet customers to Amazon’s Project Kuiper, a next-generation low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite network. This move is set to replace the ageing Sky Muster service before the current satellite fleet reaches the end of its operational life in the early 2030s. The agreement between NBN Co and Amazon
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10/07/2025
Is brand loyalty costing you?
Are you a stickler for the same brands with your utility providers? Most people are, so you're not alone, but the problem with that is that brand loyalty might be doing your bank account more harm than good. While sticking with your current Internet provider may feel like the easiest option, it could mean you’re missing out on better deals, faster
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4/04/2025
What is an AVC ID?
Starting April 14th, 2025, all NBN customers will need to provide an AVC ID when switching providers. This unique identifier ensures a smooth and efficient transfer of your service. But what is an AVC ID? Where do you find it? Does it make the switching process more complex? We break down everything you need to know in our latest article. What
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25/02/2025
NBN and Ericsson achieve groundbreaking gigabit speeds in long-range fixed wireless trials
NBN Co and Ericsson have made significant progress in improving broadband connectivity across regional and rural Australia, successfully completing live field trials using advanced 5G millimetre wave (mmwave) technology. These trials, conducted within parts of the nbn Fixed Wireless network, have demonstrated wholesale download speeds exceeding 1
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15/10/2024
NBN showcases multi-gigabit speeds in successful field trial
NBN Co has demonstrated the future potential of its Hybrid Fibre Coaxial (HFC) network by successfully achieving download speeds of up to 8.7 Gbps during a live field trial. This marks a significant step towards meeting the growing demand for faster and more reliable Internet services. The trial used Distributed Access Architecture (DAA)
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6/09/2024
NBN to launch faster speed tiers and multi-gigabit Internet by September 2025
The NBN Co has announced it will accelerate the download and upload speeds of its top three wholesale products starting from September 14, 2025. This upgrade will be available to internet retailers for both residential and business customers who connect via Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) or Hybrid Fibre Coaxial (HFC) technology. As part of this
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17/07/2024
It's official - Fibre to the Premises wins for reliability
Australians with fibre to the premises (FTTP) broadband have fewer outages compared to other NBN connection types, according to the ACCC’s latest Measuring Broadband Australia report. The report compared the performance of different NBN fixed-line technologies, focusing on outage frequency, latency, and packet loss. Key findings include: FTTP:
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3/07/2024
Regional Australians to access four times faster NBN
NBN Co is rolling out significant upgrades across its fixed wireless network, benefitting over 700,000 homes and businesses in regional Australia.  This initiative, backed by a $750 million investment (including $480 million from the Australian Government and an additional $270 million from NBN Co), aims to revolutionise broadband access in remote
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22/05/2024
Telstra is jacking up its Internet pricing on July 1 - Here’s how to avoid the price rise
Telstra customers have started to receive emails from the telco about increasing home internet pricing. From July 1, Telstra customers on the two cheapest speed tiers are going to be facing up to an extra $60 a year to stay connected through Telstra.   It’s not entirely bad news. Telstra customers on the more expensive speed tiers are going to
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18/04/2024
Breakthrough: Live NBN Network demonstrates 100 Gigabit technology for the first time
Nokia revealed today that NBN Co, Australia’s leading broadband provider, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone: It conducted the world’s first live network demonstration of multiple next-generation PON technologies.  Nokia, known for its phones, has shifted focus to business networking in recent years. It provided the prototype technology for
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28/03/2024
ACCC: New NBN pricing boosts Internet performance during busy hours
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) reports that broadband speed performance during peak demand hours has significantly improved for users of NBN 'Home Ultrafast' 1000 Mbps services.  This improvement follows the removal of capacity-based charging under NBN Co's new wholesale pricing structure. A bit of background Broadband
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