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Information Communication Technology

Outline


Support applications for Priority Rollout Region status under the NBN by locations in the southern inland.

Pursue opportunities to encourage 100% coverage by mobile phone and radio communication services in South East NSW.

 

Outcomes


The rollout of NBN in southern inland region to support business and economic development opportunities, effective mobile phone and radio coverage to ensure all and any emergency information is communicated to community and visitors of South Eastern NSW.

 

Timeframe


December 2010 onwards

 

RDASI Role

 

RDASI will work with Local Councils, Chambers of Commerce, Community Groups and other stakeholders to promote the benefits of the fast, affordable and universally available broadband connectivity that will be delivered by the NBN rollout.
 
The initial focus of RDASI will be mapping relevant infrastructure in the region to facilitate the rollout schedule. RDASI will also work with Councils and business groups to promote and encourage the benefits of NBN rollout.
 
RDASI will also work with Local Councils to develop initiatives to invest in the infrastructure required to deliver 100% coverage by radio, mobile phone and television. Clear, stable 100% communication coverage is vital for community safety, social inclusion and community amenity.

 

 

RDASI Report 'The National Broadband Network and South Eastern NSW'

 

David Anthony, a communications planning and development specialist was commissioned by RDASI to conduct this project. In September 2011 he delivered the report ‘The National Broadband Network and South Eastern NSW Discussion Paper’.

A copy of the report is available here. 

 

National Broadband Network Updates

 

 

Visit the NBNCo website for the latest information about this exciting initiative. 

Click here to view network coverage. 

Click here to view the rollout plan. 

 

Additional NBN Resources

Below are links to additional resources which will assist communities identifiy the issues and opportunities associated with the NBN rollout. 

'Making Connections, Bridging the Gap - An Issues Paper by Dr Tim Williams.'

'Yarra Valley Opportunity Assessment for Economic and Community Growth throught the Broadband Economy'

National Broadband Network Opportunities Case Studies

 

Tele-Commuting Hubs

A project examining opportunities to develop Tele-Commuting Hubs, or 'work hubs' is currently underway. Find out mroe about this exciting project here. 

 

Find out more about telecommuting here. 

 

 Anywhere Working Website - A Tele-Commuting Blog

Visit the 'Anywhere Working' website. Read the latest blog posts or access the calculator to see how much you might save by working from home.