Mobile Black Spot Program targets Kosciuszko Tourist Park

Kosciuszko Tourist Park has received a major connectivity boost thanks to the completion of a mobile base station which is providing new and improved 4G and 5G mobile coverage to the community, delivered through the Australian Government’s Mobile Black Spot Program (MBSP).

The MBSP has been described as one of the largest ever mobile coverage expansions in regional and remote Australia, helping communities be more connected than ever across the country. Up to 1400 new mobile base stations will be delivered under the MBSP, which has generated a combined investment of more than $1 billion.

The new base station in the vicinity of Mount Kosciuszko — considered one of Australia’s most popular inland tourist destinations — will provide better access to emergency services, improve data connectivity and support productivity at the nearby Tourist Park. The mobile base station was co-funded by the Australian Government, the NSW Government and Telstra under Round 5A of the MBSP.

“This investment is another example of how we are enabling Australians to be connected regardless of where they live,” said Minister for Communications Anika Wells.

“Reliable mobile coverage is essential for safety, boosting the economy and the quality of people’s lives in rural and remote areas, so I know this investment will make a real difference to local residents, businesses, emergency services and tourists alike.”

Also commenting on the news was Member for Eden-Monaro Kristy McBain, who serves as Minister for Emergency Management as well as Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories. She noted that Kosciuszko is a major tourist destination and that the mobile coverage upgrades will help boost opportunities in the region.

“This upgrade will make a huge difference to the mobile coverage at the Kosciuszko Tourist Park — supporting tourists and locals to run their businesses and to keep in touch with family and friends,” McBain said.

“The Albanese government is delivering resilient communications infrastructure to help boost coverage and narrow the connectivity divide in regional areas.

“Upgrades like this are not only important to locals and visitors, but crucial for our emergency services during emergencies.”

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