| Register local mobile blackspots to help improve coverage |
The City of Greater Bendigo is encouraging residents to register local mobile black spot locations through the Federal Government’s Mobile Black Spot Programme webpage.
)Consistent feedback obtained by the City when developing small township plans and recent consultation for the Rural Communities Strategy confirms a lack of mobile coverage is a major issue for residents.
City Strategy Manager, Trevor Budge, said mobile black spots can affect rural residents’ ability to respond in an emergency situation and also impact on running businesses and social interactions.
“Technology has come a long way however much of it is reliant on strong telecommunications coverage that powers mobile phone conversations and internet connections,” Mr Budge said.
“Infrastructure maintenance and upgrades have not kept pace with the growing number of devices that people use, such as internet dongles, smart phones and tablets.
The Federal Government has committed $160M to upgrade or build new mobile base stations across Australia.
“This is a great opportunity for Greater Bendigo residents to provide information to the government and help ensure local mobile coverage is improved.”
Nominate a mobile black spot location by January 15, 2016 at:
https://www.communications.gov.au/what-we-do/phone/mobile-services-and-coverage/mobile-black-spot-programme/black-spot-nomination-form
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