Residents in the remote communities of Laramba, Yuelamu and Wutunugurra now have better connectivity, with new or improved 4G mobile coverage, fixed line internet and landline connections.
The Territory Labor Government partnership with Telstra in the Remote Telecommunications Co-investment Program (RTCP) continues to deliver better telecommunications to the bush.
There will be even more Anmatyerr, Warlpiri and Alyawarr languages spoken on mobile phones as residents of the 3 remote communities connect with family, friends and services.
This partnership with Telstra is delivering benefits to Territorians where they live, work and play, with 11 communities and areas having already received new or improved services under this program.
The RCTP is improving telecommunications infrastructure for 14 remote Northern Territory communities and sites that previously received no or poor mobile phone and/or fixed broadband service.
The Territory Labor Government is working to bring telecommunications upgrades to towns and communities across the NT through its co-investment programs.
Since the inception of its co-investment programs, the Territory Government and Telstra have jointly invested $63.76 million and brought new connectivity and mobile phone services to 43 communities across the Northern Territory.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Corporate and Digital Development Selena Uibo:
"Digital connectivity is vital for the wellbeing and livelihood of Territorians. It is critical to the Territory economy, social development and cultural expression, as well as bridging the digital divide."
"I know the residents in Laramba, Yuelamu and Wutunugurra will be pleased to have better connectivity, which can mean access to online services and connect for safety, work, business opportunities, as well as keeping in touch with family and friends.
"In partnership with Telstra, our Territory Labor Government is making headway to provide connectivity to remote communities."
Quotes attributable to Member for Gwoja Chanston Paech:
"Connectivity makes an immense difference to the livelihoods of community members and visitors in remote areas, including improved health, work, and social connections.
"I am so pleased, and I know how much this means for Laramba, Yuelamu and surrounding communities!"
Quotes attributable to NT Telstra Regional General Manager Nic Danks:
"Regardless of where they live, all Territorians deserve access to reliable mobile phone and internet services. However, vast distances, challenging terrain, and small, dispersed communities can make it difficult to get everyone connected.
"Costs to deliver connectivity in remote communities are huge and without co-investment, it wouldn't be viable.
"The impact of programs such as the RTCP can help improve educational and economic opportunities, plus it helps deliver connectivity which can be life changing in emergency situations.
"Barring unforeseen circumstances, three more sites at Canteen Creek, Avon Downs and Nyrippi are expected to be delivered by Telstra this year as part of this program, and we look forward to working with the NT Government into the future to help boost telecommunications across the Territory."
Northern Territory Government
