Network to cover thousands of homes

MORE than 5100 homes and businesses in Casey are set to receive faster broadband.
The National Broadband Network (NBN) announced this month the next areas the network will be rolled out to.
The NBN will be rolled out using fibre and fixed wireless technologies to new areas in Cranbourne and Cranbourne West.
NBN spokesperson Trent Williams said thousands more families and businesses were now a step closer to receiving fast and reliable broadband.
“The NBN can open up opportunities for families and business owners to better participate in the digital economy,” he said.
“Fast broadband can help deliver improved access to e-health resources, online education, teleworking opportunities and entertainment on demand.
“For many farms, homes and businesses in rural and regional areas, the rollout of the NBN will provide access to internet speeds and bandwidth that many in the big cities take for granted.”
The detailed maps showing the areas to be covered by the network are available at www.nbnco.com.au/rollout/rollout-map.
On average it takes about 12 months from the start of construction until residents and business owners can access services over the NBN from phone and internet providers.
A list of service providers can be found at www.nbnco.com.au/serviceproviders.