Agreement Between The Commonwealth Of Australia And The Norfolk Island Regional Council Regarding $7.35 Million Funding Over 2 Years To Support Internet Backhaul Services.

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The Commonwealth agreed to provide Norfolk Island Regional Council $7.35 million over two years to improve internet backhaul capacity serving the island's medical and education facilities. Under the agreement dated 19 May 2023, Norfolk Telecom (operating under NIRC) committed to delivering up to 300 Mbps to the educational facility during core hours and 50 Mbps to the medical facility continuously. The funding agreement, effective from signature through 31 December 2024, includes standard terms allowing variation by written agreement and potential renewal discussions during the agreement term. The arrangement addresses critical infrastructure gaps for essential services on Norfolk Island.