Part 1: Capital Measures (Continued)
Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy
Sale of rights to use the 2.5GHz spectrum band
| 2009‑10 | 2010‑11 | 2011‑12 | 2012‑13 | 2013‑14 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Communications and Media Authority | - | - | - | nfp | - |
The Government is committed to auctioning the rights to use the 2.5GHz spectrum in 2012‑13. Part of the 2.5GHz band is expected to be re-configured to facilitate new uses such as wireless access services, while parts of the band are expected to be retained for electronic news gathering (ENG). A range of other bands will also be made available to maintain ENG service delivery equivalence to that currently provided.
A provision for the expected proceeds from this auction has been included in the Contingency Reserve and remains not-for-publication (nfp), due to commercial sensitivities.
This measure delivers on the Government's election commitment. Further information can be found in the media release of 21 October 2010 issued by the Australian Communications and Media Authority.
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