Community Consultation on connectivity coverage closing this week

Regional communities and telcos have until the end of this week to make a submission into the design of two programs funded by the Australian Government which will help improve communications.

The Regional Connectivity Program (RCP) Round 3 will deliver funding to place-based solutions to connectivity challenges, and extend new handheld mobile coverage to regional, rural and remote areas.

The $150 million funding pool will also provide dedicated funding towards projects in First Nations communities, in line with the Government’s commitment to closing the digital inclusion gap.

Consultation on the program guidelines is closing this Friday 10 February 2023.