May 30, 2014
More people are getting access to faster and more consistent internet, following upgrades to a number of Telstra exchanges across Gippsland.
The Nationals Member for Gippsland Darren Chester officially launched the latest round of ADSL internet upgrades in Paynesville today with Telstra Country Wide Area General Manager for Gippsland, Loretta Willaton.
Since February, exchanges in Paynesville, Glengarry, Lakes Entrance, Sale and Boolarra have been upgraded, benefiting hundreds of people.
According to Telstra, the faster internet provides opportunities to access better health, education, productivity and entertainment resources online, as well as access to services including premium products like Telstra’s new Digital Office Technology or Foxtel on T-Box.
Mr Chester said internet access had become a necessity for households and businesses.
“High quality telecommunication services are required not only for businesses to provide a range of expected services but for households to keep in touch with schools, community groups and social networking,” he said.
“Faster and more reliable internet will help to develop Gippsland’s business and tourism industries and make the region more attractive to potential residents.
“In addition, faster internet makes it easier for students to upskill online or by correspondence.”
Ms Willaton said she believed the network upgrades would bring a number of benefits to the local community.
“We’re very happy to announce more upgrades across Gippsland, in order to meet the demand the area generates,” Ms Willaton said.
“We’re aware that some of our customers across the region have had issues receiving a fast fixed broadband service, or had inconsistencies with their speed at home or at work.
“We’re committed to ensuring Gippsland residents have the best internet experience possible and this upgrade is a reflection of that. We’re confident that this infrastructure will help meet customers’ demand and expectations.”
Telstra advises there may be some individual reasons customers still do not get the internet speeds they expect from their service. These include a customer’s distance from th
