Regional Connectivity Program Round 3 Grant Guidelines

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ACCAN recently submitted to the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts’ consultation on the Regional Connectivity Program Round 3 (including Mobile Black Spot opportunities) Grant Opportunity Draft Guidelines. In our submission we recommended:

  • Adopting a forward-looking approach to new and emerging telecommunication technologies that supports enduring community benefits and equitable access.
  • Including mobile coverage extension equipment.
  • Promoting access to 24-hours of auxiliary back-up power in isolated areas.
  • Providing additional support for applicants to broker meaningful and ongoing partnerships with local communities through facilitators and resources.
  • Making publicly available the Program’s outcomes.

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