Posted on March 19, 2018
Better Internet for Rural Regional and Remote Australia
Rural
Australians have the chance to influence the future of telecommunications in
the bush, through a new survey being hosted by BIRRR (Better Internet for
Rural, Regional and Remote Australia).
“We
urge everyone in the bush to get online and fill out this questionnaire – help
us build a clear profile of which tools are most important to keep us safe and
connected,” said BIRRR spokesperson Kristy Sparrow. The survey takes just ten
minutes, and explores the telephone/voice service and internet options in
homes. The Australian Government is currently developing options for a new
Universal Service Guarantee (USG) which seeks to ensure all Australians can
access voice and broadband services.
“This
USG is so vital for rural, regional and remote Australia – if they get this
wrong, we have grave concerns that some could well be left in very tough and
isolated situations, with potentially disastrous consequences. “Data we collect
will be provided directly to the USG taskforce committee, government
departments and ministers and will be used in BIRRR work towards better bush
communication."
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