Shutdown of 3G networks a ‘health and safety issue’ for some regional Australians

Telcos have promised no loss of coverage when the 3G network shuts down, but farmers outside of official coverage areas are worried their lifeline will turn offSign up for the Rural Network email newsletterJoin the Rural Network group on Facebook to be part of the communityHillston farmer Stacey Storrier was told she was “lucky” that she received mobile phone service at her home in the New South Wales Riverina region.But when Telstra’s 3G network is switched off on 30 June, that luck will run out.Sign up to receive Guardian Australia’s fortnightly Rural Network email newsletterSign up for the Rural Network email newsletterJoin the Rural Network group on Facebook to be part of the community Continue reading...

Mar 24, 2024 - 06:30
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Shutdown of 3G networks a ‘health and safety issue’ for some regional Australians

Telcos have promised no loss of coverage when the 3G network shuts down, but farmers outside of official coverage areas are worried their lifeline will turn off

Hillston farmer Stacey Storrier was told she was “lucky” that she received mobile phone service at her home in the New South Wales Riverina region.

But when Telstra’s 3G network is switched off on 30 June, that luck will run out.

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