Wireless broadband for Patonga

Gosford Council officers have recommended that Telstra be allowed to upgrade their existing phone tower on Patonga Dr "to ensure a reliable 3G and Wireless Broadband service to the Patonga area".

An application for the upgrade was made to council on January 4.

The proposal involves the installation on the top of the existing EnergyAustralia pole of four new "omni" antennas.

The two existing omni antennas will be removed.

It would also include the installation at ground level of two new Telstra "Trashcan" enclosures to house electrical and telecommunication equipment associated with the new and existing facility. All existing microboxes on the pole will be removed.

All antennas and "Trashcan" enclosures will be painted green to match the pole and to blend with the surrounding vegetation.

Council agenda ENV.29, 1 Apr 2008