Government finds patchy coverage

A Federal Government review has found that Killcare and the Bouddi Peninsula have patchy mobile and broadband coverage.

Member for Robertson Ms Deborah O'Neill said: "Killcare and the Bouddi Peninsula perfectly typifies the Central Coast telco situation in that it shows we have patchy mobile and broadband coverage."

"The review committee found that the consultation venue at Killcare surf club had no broadband coverage and only occasional mobile reception.

"Clearly, this is totally unacceptable.

"Among the findings from the review was that there is a genuine desire across regional Australia for fast, affordable and reliable broadband services.

"This is a finding that validates the Government's National Broadband Network investment platform to ensure future growth and prosperity of rural and regional Australian communities," she said.

Central Coast Broadband Infrastructure Group co-chairman Mr David Abrahams said: "The fact that Killcare was included in a study of remote and regional areas naturally validates the NBN investment on the NSW Central Coast."

"Despite only being one hour from the Sydney CBD, Killcare's communications standards are significantly lacking.

"However, with the rollout of the NBN and improved communications services this has the potential to greatly improve services for the community and businesses in this seaside area," he said.

Media Release, 7 Jun 2012

Brooke Simmons, Pursuit Communications