Proposed regulatory changes to enable industry to manage interference between next-generation broadband networks

We are looking for your feedback on proposed changes to the Telecommunications Regulations 2001. These changes aim to help industry, through the Communications Alliance, develop a code to manage interference between next-generation broadband systems and some legacy systems. These changes are designed to optimise competition and performance in the rollout of next-generation networks.

How it works

Why we want your input

Your input will help determine if the proposed changes meet the Government’s aim of enabling industry to develop a code to manage interference between competing next-generation networks and some legacy networks.

How you can voice your opinion

You can provide a written submission. Your submission should be relevant to the issue and cover your key points of interest. If you want to make a detailed submission, you can refer to specific provisions within the proposed regulation. Submission should be provided to by Thursday, 30 July 2015.

What will be the outcome of this consultation?

This consultation will help the Government decide whether to proceed with the proposed regulation, or to change it.

Consultation Information

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The Issue

Consultation Period:

July 15, 2015 09:00 AEST to July 30, 2015 17:00 AEST

The proposed changes to the Telecommunications Regulations will enable the telecommunications industry to make a code to manage interference between new networks and some legacy systems. This will help carriers to compete and provide better services to customers. We are seeking your views on the proposed amendment and any implications of the amendment.

Relevant Documentation

Telecommunications Amendment Regulation 2015 (No. 1)

Published 15th Jul 2015

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Telecommunications Amendment Regulation 2015 (No. 1)

Explanatory note to Telecommunications Amendment Regulation 2015 (No. 1)

Published 15th Jul 2015

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Explanatory note to Telecommunications Amendment Regulation 2015 (No. 1)

Regulation Impact Statement – Enabling industry to manage interference between competing next-generation broadband services

Published 15th Jul 2015

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Regulation Impact Statement – Enabling industry to manage interference between competing next-generation broadband services

Updates and Milestones

Consultation Started

15 July 2015

Outcomes

On 29 October 2015, the Telecommunications Regulations 2001 were amended to incorporate the Telecommunications Amendment (Next-Generation Broadband Interference Management) Regulation 2015.

The final amending regulation and associated explanatory material may be accessed at: https://www.comlaw.gov.au/Details/F2015L01721

The consultation version of the regulation was amended to simplify and clarify its operation for industry and the ACMA.