NBN non-commercial services funding options

nbn delivers high-speed broadband across all Australia including in regional and remote areas. Nbn currently uses the money it makes from delivering broadband in highly populated areas to fund (or cross-subsidise) fixed wireless and satellite broadband in areas with low populations. We refer to broadband in these areas as ‘non-commercial services’.

So nbn can continue to deliver fixed wireless and satellite services, we need to find out how much it costs and consider ways that other telecommunications companies can help pay for these services.

Relevant Documentation

nbn non-commercial services funding options - consultation_paper

Published 1st Apr 2015

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nbn non-commercial services funding options - consultation_paper

A second paper for a final round of consultation was released on 13 October 2015. This paper provided an opportunity for stakeholders to comment on further findings and recommendations as well as issues from the initial consultation round. Consultation on the final paper closed on 3 November 2015. The BCR has responded to the submissions received in a final report to government.