A total of $1.4 million will be invested to upgrade telecommunications infrastructure and further improve 4G mobile coverage and network capacity and bring 5G to Halls Gap, thanks to joint funding by Telstra and the Federal Government as part of the Regional Connectivity Program.
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Building on the recent announcement of a $640,000 upgrade to Telstra's mobile site in Halls Gap East, a new $770,000 upgrade will see Telstra's site at Halls Gap upgraded to add more 4G capacity and 5G.
Telstra Acting Regional General Manager Marcus Swinburne said the improvements will help secure the network during busy periods and in case of emergency situations.
"We'll add significant capacity, extra 4G and new 5G mobile coverage, to help keep the community of Halls Gap connected and to operate businesses effectively during times of peak tourism demand," he said.
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"Improving mobile coverage and capacity will also support the essential work of emergency services in case of bushfire or when they're called to support lost or injured bushwalkers in the Grampians," he said.
"By upgrading capacity, adding new and improved 4G and 5G coverage, we'll deliver better connectivity to 570 homes and businesses and roads in and out of the area.
"We know better than anyone the challenges involved in connecting regional and remote communities. It's partnerships like this and the significant investments we're making in regional areas that will help all Australians participate fully in the digital economy.
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"Joint funding programs like the RCP and the Mobile Black Spot Program are essential in helping deliver better communications for regional and remote locations."
This regional commitment is further supported by Telstra's rollout of 5G across the country.
There are now more than 3,500 Telstra 5G sites on-air in more than 200 cities and towns, with 75 per cent of all Australians now having the ability to access to our 5G network where they live.
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