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Australia Considers Mandating Domestic Mobile Roaming Amidst Consumer Calls for Better Coverage and Prices
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- Calls for mandated domestic mobile roaming in Australia are intensifying, with consumer advocates and regional residents arguing it would improve coverage and competition.
- A report shows 73% of Australians support the change, allowing users to connect to other networks when out of their provider's coverage area.
- While some telcos express concerns about investment, others acknowledge potential benefits for consumers, especially in regional areas.
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Calls for mandated domestic mobile roaming in Australia are intensifying, with consumer advocates and regional residents arguing it would improve coverage and competition. A report shows 73% of Australians support the change, allowing users to connect to other networks when out of their provider's coverage area. While some telcos express concerns about investment, others acknowledge potential benefits for consumers, especially in regional areas.
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