The NBN project has the potential to deliver a multitude of economic and social benefits. Access to communications services has been proven to increase average household income and employment.2 Digital connectedness reduces costs,3 boosts productivity, and delivers better social engagement, health, and wellbeing. These benefits should be shared with all Australians.
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