Melissa Price (Durack, Liberal Party) Share this | Hansard source

If you are a Durack farmer, if you are very busy at the moment or if you are anyone who lives in the very large electorate of Durack and you're encountering communications issues since the 3G shutdown, I want to hear from you about what your experience is, because your stories matter and your voice is crucial. Right now, farmers across Durack are in the thick of harvest. It's the busiest and most demanding time of the year. It's a time when every call, every text and every connection counts. Whether it's coordinating harvesters or trucks, accessing real-time weather updates or ensuring that an emergency response is only a call away, connectivity isn't just optional; you know that it is critical.

We know that, for many, the arrival of 4G and 5G has been welcomed. Indeed, the changes have made lots of improvements to people's data and streaming capabilities. But this is not the case for many out in the bush. In fact, I'm told by the CBH Group that, for this harvest, telecommunications connectivity has been the biggest issue they have been experiencing. To those farmers and community members out there, to be able to help you, I need you to help me. Please share your experiences with me. Tell me how the end of 3G has affected you, your farm, your family and your community.

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