Shire set to get wireless boost

THE region’s internet capabilities are being expanded with works at Meredith, Teesdale, and Lethbridge to upgrade the area’s fixed wireless network.

With the aim of delivering faster network speeds and an expanded coverage, the development is set to begin within the next few weeks.

Emily Peel, head of nbn Local Victoria said the updated service is part of the company’s aim to bring a greater wireless connection to the region.

“We are excited to have begun work upgrading the nbn fixed wireless network in Teesdale, Lethbridge, and Meredith, which will be a game changer for up to a million households and businesses across Australia,” she said.

“There is increasing demand for faster internet from homes and business across Australia and we are continuing to invest in the nbn network to stay ahead of demand.”

The upgrades are part of a $750 million initiative to boost Australia’s nbn internet supplied though the fixed wireless and satellite services, with $480 million provided by the Federal Government.

The completed project is expected nbn’s fixed wireless coverage by up to 50 per cent and will enable two new high-speed plans.

Ms Peel said the project’s development may affect the region with outages likely to occur.

“These tower works are critical to the delivery of our program but will mean some planned outages that may affect homes and businesses and their ability to use their nbn service while the work is underway,” she said.

“We are asking the community to prepare for these outages and have back up connectivity if they need it.

“We encourage people to check the nbn website and watch out for communication from their retail service provider about how the planned outages may impact them.

“After the tower works are completed, we expect that faster download speeds during the busy period will become available across the nbn fixed wireless network.”