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Regional and rural telco Field Solutions Group has launched a mobile network for rural, regional and remote areas across Australia. The company will be the newest Optus mobile virtual network operator (MVNO). The network is named FSG Regional Australia Network (RAN) to offer broadband, 4G and 5G connectivity, and IoT mobile services. As part of the launch, FSG will also build, construct, and operate place-based 4G and 5G mobile and broadband networks in regional areas, and will trial domestic roaming with the nationwide Optus mobile network. “The Regional Australia Network is designed to be...

Bridging the Digital Divide panel at SatelliteAsia, as part of Asia Tech x Singapore, on July 14. Screenshot via SatelliteAsia Satellite executives highlighted the importance of working with global governments to bridge the digital divide and provide connectivity to remote areas. Satellite connectivity is known to be an attractive option for bringing connectivity to areas that can’t access terrestrial networks, yet there are still a number of hurdles to deploy satellite.  “Connectivity is a means to an end, it’s what system you put into place in order to answer a particular market. But...

Date Time Boosting jobs and maximising growth to secure Australia’s recovery The Morrison-McCormack Government will maximise long-term economic opportunities and job creation to secure Australia’s recovery, by expanding the nation’s resources sector and prioritising development of northern Australia. Minister for Resources, Water and Northern Australia Keith Pitt said new measures in the 2021-22 Budget will build a more secure and resilient Australia, delivering jobs, opportunities and long-term benefits, particularly for regional Australia, as the economy recovers from the COVID-19 pan...

Date Time Australia’s communications, media and arts sectors helping secure our recovery The Morrison-McCormack Government is securing Australia’s recovery through significant commitments to strengthen our communications, media and creative arts sectors, helping to rebuild our economy, secure jobs and support communities as we continue our resurgence from the COVID-19 pandemic. Digital service delivery has become more important than ever, with many sectors rapidly digitising over the past year to meet the demands of home-based work. This is why the Government’s Digital Economy Strategy ...

Telstra ramps up regional network investment with $350M spend Telstra ramps up regional network investment with $350M spend $150 million is to go to upgrades while $200 million will be set aside for a co-investment fund. Andrew Penn (Telstra) Credit: Telstra Telstra is planning to ramp up its spending for its network in regional, rural and remote areas with $350 million set aside for network upgrades and a co-investment fund over the next few years.  Announced by Telstra CEO Andrew Penn on Monday, part of the spend includes $150 million over the next year to be used i...