TELSTRA 5G coverage will become available in Wonthaggi, with Telstra to switch on 5G services as part of a national rollout of the next generation of mobile technology.
The improved coverage will follow an upgrade of Telstra’s mobile base station located in Wonthaggi.
“It’s really exciting to roll out 5G connectivity for the first time in these locations, meaning customers with Telstra 5G mobile devices can now enjoy a better mobile experience,” said Jenny Gray, Regional General Manager for Telstra in Eastern Victoria.
“We’re continuing to expand our 5G network across Victoria and new sites continue to be added to the Telstra network each week. Upgrades such as these continue to demonstrate Telstra’s ongoing commitment to regional Australia,” Ms Gray said.
“There are now more than 4,900 Telstra 5G sites on-air within selected areas of more than four hundred major and regional cities across Australia. 85 per cent of all Australians now can access our 5G network where they live.”
Telstra will work to keep some technology operating as much as possible, but there will be disruptions between Friday, September 15 to Thursday, September 28 while the work is completed.
Telstra mobile customers will receive text messages advising them of the upcoming works.
Landline services, NBN internet services and mobile coverage from other providers will not be impacted.
Any calls to Triple Zero from a Telstra mobile when the site is off air will automatically be diverted to any working mobile network for connection to emergency services.
Accessing Telstra’s 5G network
“For customers in the Wonthaggi area wishing to access 5G on the Telstra network, they will need a 5G capable device so for some people, that may mean upgrading their current device,” Ms Gray said.
More information on Telstra’s 5G coverage or devices available to use this new technology is available at any Telstra store or online at telstra.com/5G.
Telstra’s 5G coverage maps in this location and nationally are available at telstra.com/coverage-networks/our-coverage.
Tips while works are underway
For mobile coverage in the interim, if residents have access to a wi-fi signal at home or at work, Telstra encourages residents to activate wi-fi calling.
This is a free setting on most popular mobile phones and allows your mobile to use a Wi-Fi network to make and receive mobile calls. To find out more they can google Telstra Wi-Fi calling or just search in your settings icon on your phone.
“We know many businesses use the Telstra network for their EFTPOS terminals. However, Telstra does not operate the EFTPOS network; it is operated by financial institutions. Many EFTPOS terminals can also be connected using fixed line or Wi-Fi/NBN internet connections. Retailers should contact their bank for more information and details on how to switch between these methods to ensure continuous service.
