TELSTRA will start 5G mobile network upgrades in Serpentine and Wedderburn from Monday.
In Serpentine from Monday to Wednesday there will be disruptions to the mobile service with restoration at the end of each day.
From May 19 to May 22: No Telstra mobile coverage from this site. The Telstra mobile network will be restored at the end of the day on May 22. On May 23 and 24: Interruptions to the mobile network during the day only for the call testing and integration of the mobile network
In Wedderburn from Monday to next Friday there will be no mobile coverage from this site. The Telstra mobile network will be restored at the end of the day Friday.
May 17 and 18: Interruptions to the mobile network during the day only for call testing and integration of the mobile network.
Regional general manager for northern and western Victoria Steve Tinker said: “Bringing 5G to the area is a major mobile milestone. It will deliver higher speeds and capacity to the region, meaning faster downloads, smoother streaming and less congestion.
“Some disruption is required while the upgrade is underway,” he said.