The federal government has announced Ravenhall will receive two new mobile base stations to improve connectivity in the western suburbs.
The installation of the two new mobile base stations will take place in Ravenhall.
One of the stations will service Optus users and the other one will support TPG services.
The new sites will be part of the government’s Mobile Black Spot program, which aims to improve mobile coverage in regional and remote areas across the country, with 1000 already built.
Victorian senator Sarah Henderson said reliable mobile phone coverage is something which Australian residents need.
“Fixing mobile coverage is key to ensuring people across regional Victoria not only remain safe, particularly in emergencies such as bushfires, but receive infrastructure which is on par with those who live in metropolitan cities,” she said.
Communications Minister Paul Fletcher said the government is committed to improving mobile connectivity for people living in outer urban areas.
“Improving coverage on the urban fringe will help communities access vital information during emergencies, seek help if needed and stay in touch with loved ones,” he said.
A further $28.2 million was announced on April 22 to build 66 more mobile sites at various locations around Australia.
