CAIRNS The Optus mobile network is operational to the majority of Cairns though there are individual base stations unavailable due to power loss. Optus engineers are currently on the ground to restore services as quickly as possible.
INNISFAIL Mobile services to Innisfail have been restored with a generator being installed restore power.
CARDWELL Mobile services to these areas are currently unavailable due to loss of power. Optus engineers plan to Sunday to assess any damage and where possible restore services.
TULLY Optus has restored permanent mobile coverage to Tully on Saturday 5 February
MISSION BEACH/DUNK ISLAND Mobile services to these areas are currently unavailable due to loss of power. Optus engineers are working with local Emergency Services to assess damage and restore services as a priority on Sunday 6 February via a satellite portable mobile base.
INGHAM Optus has restored permanent mobile coverage to Ingham.
TOWNSVILLE AND MAGNETIC ISLAND The Optus mobile network is operational to the majority of Townsville, including Magnetic Island though there are individual base stations unavailable due to power loss.
AYR The Optus mobile network is operational in Ayr, though there are individual base stations unavailable due to power loss.