Govt allocates $9.8m to strengthen Tasmania mobile connectivity

The Australian Government has earmarked $9.8 million to deliver better mobile connectivity on the west and far northwest coast of Tasmania.

The government will partner with mobile network operators to co-invest and deliver projects in the local government areas of Circular Head, Waratah-Wynyard and West Coast.

The funding will be delivered through the West Coast Tasmania Mobile Capacity Uplift Round of the Government’s Mobile Black Spot Program (MBSP), with applications open until 28 August 2026 for mobile network operators.

Mobile infrastructure providers who partner with a national mobile network operator are also eligible to apply.

This targeted round of the MBSP responds to community concerns about capacity and congestion on existing mobile networks. 

The MBSP is one of the largest ever mobile coverage expansions in regional and remote Australia, with funding awarded for more than 1,400 new mobile base stations.

“No Australian should be left behind when it comes to connectivity and the Albanese Government is backing communities on Tasmania’s west and far northwest coast,” said Minister for Communications Anika Wells.

“We’ve listened directly to the local communities, and we’re delivering close to $10 million to deliver the mobile infrastructure and upgrades they need.

“This investment means better access to vital services for the community, and will boost productivity for local small businesses, and support tourism in this beautiful part of Australia.”