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We Can't Afford to Lose Signal.
Discover the true impact of unreliable mobile coverage on the Goondiwindi region's economy and community safety. The Goondiwindi Chamber of Commerce has conducted a comprehensive survey to quantify the real-world costs imposed by poor connectivity on local businesses and farming enterprises.
This report presents evidence from 48 respondents across agriculture, trades, professional services, retail, and more. It highlights the systemic failures following the 3G network decommissioning and the inadequacy of current 4G/5G rollouts in rural areas.
Key Findings Inside:
94% of businesses report mobile service that is worse than expected.
74% have experienced direct safety risks due to coverage failures (including emergency response delays).
100% of respondents who checked Telstra coverage maps found them inaccurate.
Significant Financial Strain: Businesses are spending thousands on workarounds like signal boosters, Starlink, and satellite phones to maintain operations.
Productivity Loss: Over 50% of respondents lose 6+ hours per month solely to connectivity issues.
Why This Report Matters: This document is being presented directly to telecommunications providers and government bodies as part of our advocacy for Mobile Black Spot Program funding and improved regional telecommunications accountability. Whether you are a local business owner, a stakeholder, or a community advocate, this data provides the evidence needed to demand change.
File Format: Digital PDF Download Published: March 2026 Prepared By: Goondiwindi Chamber of Commerce Presented to Telstra: 16 March 2026
Join us in advocating for better connectivity. The status quo is not acceptable.
We Can't Afford to Lose Signal.
Discover the true impact of unreliable mobile coverage on the Goondiwindi region's economy and community safety. The Goondiwindi Chamber of Commerce has conducted a comprehensive survey to quantify the real-world costs imposed by poor connectivity on local businesses and farming enterprises.
This report presents evidence from 48 respondents across agriculture, trades, professional services, retail, and more. It highlights the systemic failures following the 3G network decommissioning and the inadequacy of current 4G/5G rollouts in rural areas.
Key Findings Inside:
94% of businesses report mobile service that is worse than expected.
74% have experienced direct safety risks due to coverage failures (including emergency response delays).
100% of respondents who checked Telstra coverage maps found them inaccurate.
Significant Financial Strain: Businesses are spending thousands on workarounds like signal boosters, Starlink, and satellite phones to maintain operations.
Productivity Loss: Over 50% of respondents lose 6+ hours per month solely to connectivity issues.
Why This Report Matters: This document is being presented directly to telecommunications providers and government bodies as part of our advocacy for Mobile Black Spot Program funding and improved regional telecommunications accountability. Whether you are a local business owner, a stakeholder, or a community advocate, this data provides the evidence needed to demand change.
File Format: Digital PDF Download Published: March 2026 Prepared By: Goondiwindi Chamber of Commerce Presented to Telstra: 16 March 2026
Join us in advocating for better connectivity. The status quo is not acceptable.