Mobile Network Extension Devices Pilot Program
NOW CLOSED TO APPLICATIONS
Key dates
Expressions of interest can be submitted now and installations are already underway.
The pilot program is open until 30 June 2023, or when funding is exhausted.
Program details
The $10 million South Australian Mobile Phone Black Spot Fund was established to leverage Australian Government funding and work with telecommunications providers to maximise investment to address mobile black spots across the state.
The Government of South Australia is investing $748,000 in the Mobile Network Extension Devices Pilot Program. Telstra GO Repeaters improve mobile coverage by amplifying the network signal received by the mobile device.
Eligibility
- The program will subsidise the cost of installing a Telstra GO Repeater for people who live or own a small business in these council areas:
- Adelaide Hills
- Barunga West
- Berri Barmera
- Copper Coast
- Loxton Waikerie
- Mid Murray
- Mt Barker
- Renmark Paringa
- Yorke Peninsula
- Residents and business owners in these council areas can contact Telstra to discuss the best solution for their location.
- Participants can purchase a Telstra GO Repeater outright or through a monthly payment option and apply directly to Telstra for subsidised installation.
- Professional installation by Telstra will be required to access the subsidy.
- Devices can only be used by customers on the Telstra Mobile Network.
How to apply
Telstra are taking expressions of interest and installation of the mobile repeater can take place once an appropriate solution has been agreed.
Register your interest online or drop in to a Telstra store.
Get more information about the Telstra Go Repeater at Telstra's network coverage extension devices.