Local residents and businesses in Blackwood, Newbury, Little Hampton and surrounds will soon have improved mobile connectivity thanks to the Albanese Labor Government.
The project will deliver fixed wireless broadband at Trentham (Blackwood-Blue Hill Lookout), and it will receive Commonwealth co-investment under the Regional Connectivity Program.
The Albanese Labor Government is investing $170.2 million to deliver mobile connectivity upgrades for regional and rural communities across the country.
The rollout schedule for these projects will be published on the carriers’ websites once contracts are executed.
This is just another way that the Albanese Labor Government is delivering for regional and rural Australia.
Quotes attributable to Member for Ballarat Catherine King:
“Access to reliable mobile coverage and connectivity is essential. When your phone or internet doesn’t work, you can’t keep in touch with family and friends, run your business, or access essential services taken for granted in major cities, like tele-health.
“The Albanese Government is committed to narrowing the digital divide through targeted programs like the Regional Connectivity and Mobile Black Spot Programs. We know that these investments will make a meaningful difference to regional communities, and ensure that locals can stay connected.”
Quotes attributable to Member for Hawke Sam Rae:
“I’ve heard loud and clear from locals in Blackwood about the priority for improved mobile connectivity. It keeps us safe in a disaster, it keeps us connected with our loved ones and it means we can keep supporting our local businesses to thrive.”
“I’m proud to be part of an Albanese Government that’s delivering for Blackwood.”