Digital Connectivity is the Great Equalizer for regional and rural NSW and ACT.
One of our core strategic directives is to encourage increased economic and social development, which is underpinned by improved technology capabilities.
We believe that secure, stable internet and mobile services are the foundation for strong regional growth and liveability. Whether for home schooling, remote work, or emergency services, living in the bush with its vast and mountainous typography, poses numerous connectivity challenges. Recent bushfires, floods and Covid have highlighted how important reliable communications are.
Excitingly, our region is growing at a rapid rate, and one of the first questions potential commercial or residential relocators have is related to reliable internet, speed and mobile coverage.
The good news is that the Federal government is making considerable investments in digital infrastructure, and by collaborating with our stakeholders we intend to leverage relationships to be on the front foot to deliver the upgrades our region so desperately needs.
To this effect, we are working closely with telecommunication service providers, local councils, and consumers on several projects and initiatives to improve digital connectivity across our region, alonside the Regional Digital Connectivity Program, and the NSW Connectivity Strategy.
Regional Digital Connectivity program
The Regional Digital Connectivity program will ensure families and businesses across regional NSW have access to better mobile, internet and digital services.
The program will create connected, empowered and prosperous communities by leveraging technology and innovation.
NSW Connectivity Strategy
NSW Telco Authority has developed the NSW Connectivity Strategy to align and optimise state-wide programs and opportunities to ensure modern, high speed digital networks are available to all.
The strategy is an important step forward to align with world's best practice, accelerate access to digital services, and close the digital divide between metropolitan, rural, and regional areas.
