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15/09/2021
NBN RSPs: True Cost of TC-4 Residential Broadband Service Only $30-35 Monthly
According to the output of a ‘building block model’ prepared by NBN Co’s five leading retailers, the NBN Co’s true cost per location is $40 per month. On the other hand, the cost per TC-4 residential broadband service is just $30-35 monthly.   The new ‘building block model’ is outlined in a short position paper prepared by Telstra, Optus, TPG,
NBN
10/09/2021
Queensland Supports Neutral Host and Tower Sharing
The state government of Queensland will back tower sharing and neutral host models according to the draft infrastructure strategy that the state government published yesterday.   The draft stated that mobile operators could potentially share “even network functionality through radio access network sharing” along with the other measures to reduce
Latest News
8/09/2021
Digital Inclusion Action Plan to be Pushed by NBN, Targeting Verticals
NBN CEO Stephen Rue will be providing a preview of NBNCo’s new project promoting digital accessibility and ability in the community at the annual Australian Communications Consumer Action Network conference.   In the conference, Rue reveals the NBN's developing plans to target six segments that would benefit most from the digital inclusion. The
NBN
8/09/2021
5G Core Partnership for Standalone Network Announced by TPG Telecom and Ericsson
TPG Telecom recently announced its intention to deploy Ericsson’s Dual Mode Core as part of a new partnership. The company has been the second operator to do so, following Telstra’s use of the platform.   As part of their multi-year collaboration, and in parallel to the deployment of Ericsson’s Dual Mode Core, TPG Telecom and Ericsson also
TPG News
6/09/2021
Report Says Chip Shortage to Affect Device Sales and Service Revenues for Telcos
New research from analysts STL Partners says that a shortage of semiconductors could impact device sales and service roll-outs across the telecoms industry. In addition, the accelerated digital adoption due to Covid-19 made a significant impact on supply chain and logistics due to the pandemic and increasing geopolitical tension.   According to
NBN
6/09/2021
NBN Co and Jawun Announces 3-Year Collaboration
NBN Co announces its three-year commitment to indigenous organisations. Jawun, an innovative not-for-profit organisation, is the lucky organisation the telco is partnering with. The new venture aims to improve the capacity of indigenous leaders, organisations, and communities to realise their own development goals.   Through this, NBNCo will
NBN
4/09/2021
NBNCo Offers Smaller CVC Rebate for August, 10-Month Extension to WBA4 Proposed
NBNCo is said to offer CVC rebates of almost $4M for August. NBN also proposed extending the Wholesale Broadband Agreement terms for ten months allowing RSPs to focus on Special Access Undertaking negotiations.   NBNCo started offering a partial rebate on overage charges imposed on exceeding CVC usage orders since July. However, the August rebate
NBN
2/09/2021
RSPs warned by ACCC Regarding Inadequate Home Gateways and Modems
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) warned the RSPs to ensure customers purchasing high-speed NBN tiers have the equipment that supports the speed of the plan promised, reaching its full potential.   This follows ACCC’s recently released Measuring Broadband Australia quarterly report, including NBN Co’s Home Ultrafast
NBN
1/09/2021
TPG’s Reconciliation Action Plan Greatly Benefits Indigenous Customers
A series of planned actions that aims to create equity and opportunities for indigenous Australians is now being promoted by TPG Telecom through its first-ever published Reconciliation Action Plan. The said action plan contains a 14-point agenda that includes a good deal of actions intended to be delivered between now and the second half of 2022.
TPG News
28/08/2021
NBN Co and the Victorian Government to Co-invest in Network Upgrades
The NBNCo and the Victorian government has recently announced a combined investment in connectivity upgrades. This new agreement seeks to improve internet connection in more areas in Victoria.    The Victorian government has committed $73 million for the “Victoria NBN State Program”, co-funded by the NBNCo, to improve key network infrastructure
NBN
27/08/2021
Telstra and NBN Co Scams Proliferating; ACCC Cautions the Public
Telstra and NBN Co are the biggest names in the telecoms industry, which scammer has taken advantage of. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) quickly issues a strong warning to the general public. This year alone, Australians have lost at least $7.2m in the scams a 184% increase compared to the previous year. These scammers
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26/08/2021
NBN Co to Replace Illuminate with New Rebate and Incentives Scheme
Are your premises one of the one million or so that isn’t connected to the NBN yet? With the broadband network has been available for 18 months, NBN Co will soon be offering new incentives for RSPs to acquire those new connections.    Previously, NBN Co offered the Illuminate discount rebate, cutting tariffs by up to 50% for new connections. This
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