Optus switches on new mobile tower in Jackass Flat

Optus today announced it will continue to improve mobile coverage in Bendigo after switching on a new mobile tower in Jackass Flat.

The new tower will address a known black spot identified by the local community, providing residents and visitors with dedicated 4G mobile coverage to make and receive calls, texts and access mobile data.

Optus’ Territory General Manager for North West Victoria, Luke Dietz said, “the site will not only improve coverage for those in Jackass Flat but also provide new and improved coverage for those residents in Canterbury Estate and the new Evergreen Waters Estate.”

“Optus remains committed to providing fast and reliable mobile and internet coverage across Bendigo,” said Mr Dietz.

“Over the last 12-months Optus has invested $1.95 million in the Bendigo region, switching on three new sites at Taradale, Heathcote Central and Jackass Flat.

This financial year, Optus has plans to invest more than $500,000 in its mobile network across the region, working with local communities to improve mobile coverage in the region with plans to build a new mobile tower in Ravenswood South,” Mr Dietz added.

Local Optus franchisee Cameron Mactier said the completion of the new mobile tower in Jackass Flat will not only offer improved mobile coverage but also provide real choice and competition for residents in the region.

“Optus is continuing to invest in its mobile network across the Bendigo region and as the local franchisee here in Bendigo, it’s great to know our customers are continuing to see an improving Optus network,” said Mr Mactier.

“If anyone is looking for a new mobile phone plan or an awesome value broadband internet, home phone or TV entertainment package, make sure to come down to Yes Optus at Bendigo Marketplace and have a chat to the team.”

To find out more about Optus’ network and plans you can head to www.optus.com.au or visit the Yes Optus team in Bendigo Marketplace or Lansell Square.

The Optus mobile network handles over 31 million calls and 80 million SMS messages each day and carries 16,128 terabytes of data each week. Optus is continuing to expand and strengthen its network to deliver improved data and voice services across metropolitan, regional and remote locations nationally.

Optus continues to invest in its network to improve coverage, reliability and speed across its Australian mobile network. The Optus mobile network possesses a unique mix of technology partners, global alliances and expansive spectrum holdings that position it as a leader in the Australian telecoms landscape.

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