The Mobile Carriers Forum (MCF) is a division of the Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association (AMTA) representing the three mobile phone carriers deploying mobile networks in Australia, namely Telstra, Optus and TPG Telecom. The MCF is a
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The deployment of mobile network infrastructure in Australia is covered by legislation and regulation from all three levels of government including:Federal: Requirements under Schedule 3 of the Telecommunications Act, the Telecommunications
Read moreWith 5G networks being switched on across the country, the connectivity of 5G is set to continue to transform the healthcare system and how we manage our own health.5G, which is the fifth generation of mobile technology, offers safe, high-speed
Read moreOver the next decade, 5G will play a critical role in smart farming and precision agriculture which promises to be the key to optimising resources and enhancing production.With Australia's population projected to reach 38.8 million in 2060-61,
Read moreSmart cities are here, and they are getting smarter by the day with the support of 5G.5G is the fifth generation of mobile technology and next progression in mobile networks. The technology is designed to meet the continuing growth in data and
Read moreAMTA launches content series to bring to life the benefits of 5G for key Australian industries.Australia consistently ranks among the top-tier of best performing countries for mobile connectivity. Being named the number one nation in the world
Read moreThe Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association (AMTA) has released Edition 1 of the State & Territory 5G Infrastructure Readiness Assessment.One of AMTA’s top priorities is the timely, efficient and effective deployment of the 5G
Read moreFor several years Australia’s telecommunications industry has progressively been working to reduce energy use.In 2013 the Mobile Carriers Forum (MCF) finalised training modules centred around energy efficiency in mobile networks – an
Read moreIn today’s society, almost all aspects of modern life involve some form of digital communications. Consequently, the smooth operation of communications services is essential at any time.As we have seen across Australia, with recent natural
Read more13 May, 2020: The mobile telecommunications industry welcomes the release of 5G Inquiry Report by the House Standing Committee on Communications and the Arts.The Report entitled The next gen future: Inquiry into the deployment, adoption and
Read moreNote: the 3G network has now closed in Australia. Read more here. 3G is the third generation of the mobile cellular network. It was designed to meet the growing desire to be more connected through technology, as devices using this would be able
Read moreMobile Devices and Radio SignalsMobile phones work by sending and receiving low-power radio signals, similar to a two-way radio system. These signals are transmitted to antennas attached to radio equipment, commonly called mobile phone base
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