Shaping Australia’s Mobile Future
AMTA’s Future of Mobile series shows how mobile telecommunication is powering Australia’s digital transformation and driving economic growth. Each part of the series is designed to spark powerful conversations about what mobile telecommunications can make possible.
Developed in partnership with Deloitte Access Economics, AMTA’s research sets clear priorities and delivers strong evidence to decision makers, industry and consumers regarding mobile telecommunications. Ultimately, this supports sound decision making to unlock jobs, encourage investment and boost national productivity.
TELECOMMINUCATIONS REFORMS
Future of Mobile: Modernising Australia’s telecommunications framework demonstrates how even modest reforms would reduce duplication and cut through red tape, unlocking millions in additional infrastructure investment annually.
These improvements will accelerate the rollout of up to 200 new mobile sites every year, supporting better coverage, capacity and resilience nationwide.
A DAY IN THE LIFE
Our first piece of Future of Mobile research demonstrates the present and future capabilities of mobile telecommunications in the key industries of health, construction and sport.
Through engaging infographics, we show the benefits that improvements and investments in mobile can unlock, such as seamless connectivity, automation, smart sensing and real‑time data flow.
View ‘A day in the life’ of a Healthcare Worker: Advanced mobile connectivity improves patient care, enhances remote monitoring, streamlines service delivery, and supports clinicians through real-time data and smart devices.
View ‘A day in the life’ of a Construction Worker PDF: Mobile technologies power safer worksites, digital twins, precision planning, AR‑enabled training, and live project management.
View ‘A day in the life’ of an Athlete PDF: Athletes, coaches and sporting organisations use connected wearables, AI‑driven performance insights and real‑time analytics to push the limits of training and competition.
Why mobile telecommunication matters
Mobile connectivity underpins Australia’s economy, our safety, and the way we live, work, and participate in society. Mobile telecommunications is one of Australia’s most important enablers of economic growth, innovation and productivity. But unless sustained effort and investment is made, as a nation we will be unprepared for the benefits a digital future can unlock.
As industries become more connected and data‑driven, strong and resilient mobile networks will:
- Strengthen national competitiveness
- Improve safety, efficiency and service delivery across essential sectors
- Support new business models and high‑value jobs
- Expand access to digital services for regional, remote and metropolitan communities
- Drive sustainability and smarter use of resources
By the numbers
In 2025, Australians accessed the internet from on average 4.1 different types of devices, with the mobile phone being the dominant means:
- 97 per cent of Australians used a mobile phone to access the internet.
- 73 per cent of Australians used a laptop to access the internet,
- 64 per cent of Australians accessed the internet via a smart TV
- 53 per cent of people used a tablet to access the internet
- 44 per cent have a wearable device such as a smart watch connected to the internet.
Our evidenced research supports national policy
The Future of Mobile series will help shape better outcomes for Australia’s communities, workforce, and economy by providing strong modelling and evidence to decision makers.
That’s why the Future of Mobile series includes:
- Research, briefings and industry analysis
- Practical case studies and sector‑specific scenarios
- Thought leadership for government and business
- Infographics, explainers and consumer‑friendly content
- Regular updates aligned with major industry milestones