Mobile Phone Coverage Archives

Mobile sector productivity reforms could unlock millions, improve infrastructure, build resilience

2 April 2026: The Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association has called for sector-wide reform, with new data showing even small improvements to reduce red tape could unlock productivity worth millions. In its submission to the Senate Select

Consumer Advice

Questions about coverage?

While it's important to choose the right mobile device and plan to suit your needs, quality reception and mobile network performance are also key issues for mobile users.Before buying a mobile service check the mobile service provider’s

For Consumers

Understanding coverage maps

Mobile service providers all publish coverage maps on their websites which can be checked to determine what kind of mobile coverage you can expect at any given location.It's important to note that coverage maps often refer to the percentage of

Mobile Phone Coverage

Interference to mobile networks

Interference to mobile networks can be a problem for mobile network operators as it can cause mobile calls to drop out. It can also affect mobile network performance in an area and impact on data speeds.Australia’s mobile network operators and

Mobile Phone Coverage

Mobile phone jammers are prohibited

The supply, possession and operation of mobile phone jammers in Australia is prohibited by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) as such devices can cause significant interference to radiocommunications services, including mobile