Busselton is one of the first cities in Australia and the first regional city in WA to have access to 5G connectivity as Telstra switched on the area's first two Telstra 5G base stations.
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Telstra regional general manager Boyd Brown said the two 5G sites were located at both the Port Geographe base station (Port Geographe Marina) and the Busselton exchange site with the new service providing 5G coverage across Busselton's CBD.
Mr Brown said the introduction of 5G capacity, and the ongoing rollout, would benefit those locals equipped with a 5G device being used in the areas where 5G has been deployed.
He said it will also benefit those with 4G devices in the vicinity of new 5G coverage. The 5G technology will greatly increase capacity on 4G network improving the overall experience.
"Telstra has always been committed to connecting people in regional WA and ensuring they are amongst the first to experience the latest mobile technology," he said.
"Telstra has been leading the way in pioneering 5G technology with a number of world and Australian firsts - and now making 5G technology available to Western Australian communities.
"Now with the first 5G sites on air, locals in Busselton have a chance to be part of that cutting edge. Further to this, as we roll out this new 5G technology, it will also improve 4G capacity and speeds.
"We now have commenced the rollout of 5G in key cities around Australia.
"For those interested in finding out more about the 5G coverage rollout and about the 5G handsets and devices available to take advantage of this new network technology, further detail can be found at www.telstra.com.au/5g or by talking to a team member in any Telstra store."
Busselton's Chamber of Commerce and Industry chief executive officer Michael Smart said the introduction of 5G technology was a fantastic opportunity for local businesses.
"Greater capacity, response times and speed will no doubt assist businesses in the development of innovation in the digital economy," he said.
The commencement of the 5G rollout in Busselton is part of Telstra's commitment to extend 5G coverage to selected areas of 35 major and regional cities across Australia by the end of June 2020.
