Wednesday, 14 August 2024

Clyde North mobile phone coverage

Jordan CRUGNALE (Bass) (19:04): (774) My adjournment matter is for the Minister for Government Services. Can the minister please provide an update regarding new, upgraded and issued permits for mobile towers in Clyde and Clyde North. Good connectivity is crucial for access to health care, education and emergency services, and with the changing landscape of employment many are able to work from home and run their businesses out in the field. My community continually raise the need for better coverage. While telecommunications is a federal responsibility and the placement of towers is subject to council planning, I am proud that our government has stepped in to deliver a $540 million Connecting Victoria program to fast-track better mobile and broadband connectivity in as many places as possible. It was wonderful to join with the minister and colleagues a few weeks ago at Ramlegh Reserve with the new tower switched on and an uplift seen in the immediate area. With more coming, I am keen to hear of those that will significantly improve connectivity for the estates of Eliston, Hartleigh, Riverfield and Edgebrook.