In short:
Regional and rural Australians say their ability to make phone calls has dramatically reduced since the 3G network was switched off in October.
Telstra and Optus shut down 3G to boost the 4G and 5G networks, claiming customer coverage would benefit as a result.
What’s next:
The federal government says there may be a need for regulatory intervention if the situation does not improve.
3 points
It was Regulatory intervention that caused this problem.
Government: “you need to make sure that your subscribers can access 000”
Telcos: “we can only do this if we disconnect 3G”
G: “that doesn’t make any sense whatsoever but we will believe you and give you carte blanche to screw over your customers comply with regulatory requirements”
