Spectrum allocation limits released for 5G
13 August 2020
A 1 GHz allocation limit has been announced for spectrum in the 26 GHz band.
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Communications Policy Objectives for the Allocation of the 26 GHz band
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Under section 3 of the Radiocommunications Act 1992, the object of the Act is to provide for management of the radiofrequency spectrum in order to achieve a list of outcomes, the first of which is...
5G and electromagnetic energy
3 September 2020
What do we know about EME?
Where can I find more information?
Find out more about EME and 5G and how they are regulated.
What is EME?
EME is all around us and is part of our natural environment. It is emitted by sources like the sun, the earth, the earth’s atmosphere and even the human body.
What are the benefits of 5G?
5G is set to transform a range of sectors, including health, agriculture and education.
How is EME regulated?
The Australian Government strictly regulates the use of EME, based on decades of Australian and international scientific research.
Who is responsible for regulating EME and 5G?
The Australian Government sets the policy framework for the telecommunications industry. 5G must comply with the same regulations as previous generations.
New standard for radiofrequency EME
11 September 2020
Have your say on ARPANSA’s new exposure standard for radio frequency EME.
Have your say on the future licensing of 3.4 GHz spectrum
25 September 2020
The Government is proposing changes to the way 3.4 GHz spectrum is licensed to improve broadband access and maximise the benefits of 5G.
Funding to support Australia's 5G rollout
30 September 2020
The Government has announced $29.2 million to trial 5G use across different industry sectors and improve management of radiofrequency spectrum.
Instalment payments for 26 GHz spectrum to support 5G
22 October 2020
The changes allow for greater flexibility and immediate investment in new infrastructure like 5G.
5G and EME
Learn more about the use of electromagnetic energy (EME) and 5G in wireless services and how they are regulated in Australia.
Fact or fiction? The truth about 5G
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To help you separate fact from fiction we have taken a closer look at five of the 5G myths circulating today.
Improving spectrum for national mobile networks
4 November 2020
Spectrum in the 850 and 900 MHz bands will be re-allocated to support 4G and 5G mobile services.
Fact or Fiction: The Truth about 5G
4 November 2020
5G has been described as a “game changer” and there’s a lot of information and opinions about it. Some of it is accurate but a lot of it isn’t. ...
5G misinformation and COVID-19
20 May 2020
Be on the lookout for misinformation that falsely links 5G to COVID-19.
Help us make the most of 5G
13 November 2020
We want to hear your views on the design of the Australian 5G Innovation Initiative.
Thinking 5G for Christmas?
22 December 2020
The science about its safety is clear.
The Minister has made a designation notice for the 3.4 GHz spectrum band.
24 December 2020
On Thursday 10 December, the Minister for Communications, Cyber Safety and the Arts, the Hon Paul Fletcher MP made a notice designating parts of...
