The NSW Government's plans to deliver a free wireless network trial for Sydney will be delayed due to complexities in sourcing a suitable network provider.
NSW farmers are concerned that "patchy" coverage offered by Australia's latest mobile phone network could leave them isolated in cases of emergency.
The NSW Department of Commerce has today come a step closer to selecting a provider to implement its plan to blanket Sydney's CBD with free Wi-Fi, with rumours surfacing that Unwired is now the leading contender.
The Australian Crime Commission (ACC) is intending to build a national data interception and surveillance system next year. With the system's request for tender closing today, the NSW Police Force is expected to be watching closely in light of its plans for a similar upgrade next year.
update: The New South Wales government has called for expressions of interest from industry groups to build and operate its planned free Wi-Fi broadband network.
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