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What are the NBN alternatives?

Posted by November 27th 2023

Tired of the NBN? Review and compare alternative internet providers using their own network, such as Life Wireless, Spirit & Lightning with Canstar Blue.


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How fast is mobile broadband? 5G & 4G speed

Posted by November 21st 2023

If you're working from home, travelling often, or need to use the internet a lot for your job, it's great to have mobile broadband, even just as a backup in the bottom of a drawer …


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WiFi Range: What is the distance for a WiFi signal?

Posted by November 22nd 2023

Ever had moments where you find your WiFi has dropped out when moving from one room to another? While WiFi can be convenient, there is a limit to how far it can reach, not to …


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Optus apologises, offers customers bonus data after network outage

Posted by November 10th 2023

Optus has issued an apology to customers for Wednesday's nation-wide network outage, blaming a "cascading failure" for the incident. But frustrated customers aren't yet entitled to refunds or compensation, despite going without phone or internet …


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Small telcos report record sales as customers leave Optus

Posted by November 10th 2023

Optus mobile and internet services may be back online, but the fallout from the headline-grabbing outage continues. Ten million Optus customers were left without phone or broadband access for up to 12 hours on Wednesday, …




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What is the fastest NBN?

Posted by October 27th 2023

But with increasing demand because of improved technology — like streaming — the need for speed has already exceeded the predictions from back when the NBN first started to roll out. The reality is, the …


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Aussie Broadband hiking prices for most popular NBN plans

Posted by October 27th 2023

Just days after NBN Co locked in a new wholesale pricing deal, internet provider Aussie Broadband has announced sweeping changes to its residential and business NBN plan ranges. The Victoria-based telco has confirmed that monthly prices …


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NBN prices to change by Christmas under new ACCC deal

Posted by March 22nd 2024

A new wholesale pricing structure for NBN plans has finally been hammered out, with Australia’s consumer watchdog agreeing to changes proposed by NBN Co. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) confirmed that it has accepted …


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5G home internet plans in Australia

Posted by July 23rd 2024

With 5G networks rolling out across the country – and 5G devices now available from brands including Apple, Samsung, OPPO, Nokia, and Motorola – millions of Australians now have some access to 5G on their …


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Best Satellite Internet Plans in Australia

Posted by February 26th 2025

KEY POINTS NBN’s Sky Muster and Starlink offer satellite internet, mostly for regional areas of Australia. Sky Muster Plus Premium and Starlink offer unlimited plans, usually with faster speeds than older satellite internet services. A …



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NBN connection types: What type of NBN do I have?

Posted by October 11th 2023

There are three major NBN connection types that account for most connections: Fibre to the Premises (FTTP), Fibre to the Curb (FTTC) and Fibre to the Node (FTTN), in order of the (generally) fastest to …


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What NBN speed tier do I need?

Posted by November 13th 2023

If your home is lucky enough to receive NBN, there are a few things to know about speed tiers. Find out which speed best suits you with Canstar Blue.


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Telstra NBN prices are changing: Will you pay more?

Posted by October 3rd 2023

Telstra has confirmed plans to increase pricing across its home NBN range, with its most popular unlimited plan set to rise to $100 per month from November. Australia's biggest telco has quietly announced the changes via …


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Starlink busted by ACMA for telco code breach

Posted by September 20th 2023

Australia's media regulator has issued Starlink with a very public slap on the wrist, calling out the satellite internet service for failing to comply with Aussie telco industry guidelines. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) …


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Indie telco Swoop expands into mobile with new, low-cost plans

Posted by September 21st 2023

Fast-growing broadband provider Swoop has entered the mobile plan space, recently launching a small suite of postpaid options at competitive prices. The telco has unveiled four new SIM-only plans, with prices beginning from $15 per month …


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What is 5G? Australia’s 5G network explained

Posted by May 29th 2024

5G in Australia: key points 5G is a next-generation mobile technology that offers faster-than-ever speeds for mobile phones, tablets, and more. Telstra, Vodafone and Optus have switched on 5G in limited areas, and are currently …