Government's commitment to bush communications welcomed
The announcement of $220 million in funding for regional communications has been celebrated today by the Regional, Rural and Remote Communication Coalition (RRRCC) as a win for bush communications across the country. The significant funding announcement from the Federal Government accompanies their response to the 2018 Regional Telecommunications Review. The Coalition is pleased to see […]
Farmers say message getting through on bush telecommunications
The National Farmers’ Federation says years of calling for a better deal for bush telecommunications had contributed to today’s significant investment announcement by Regional Services Minister, Senator Bridget McKenzie. In a National Press Club address in Wodonga, Minister McKenzie said the Government would invest $160 million in fixing mobile blackspots, $60 million towards enhancing bush […]