Get higher speed nbn Fixed Wireless! 📡
nbn has upgraded the Fixed Wireless network. Here’s what it means for you!
nbn has upgraded the Fixed Wireless network
With more and more regional Australians needing a solid and reliable internet connection, nbn has upgraded the nbn Fixed Wireless network with enhancements designed to give more homes and businesses in regional Australia access to even better broadband.
Enjoy more streaming, gaming and online learning on more devices at once, across a range of new plans available through MATE!
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High-speed nbn Fixed Wireless plans are only available to customers in selected areas of nbn’s Fixed Wireless coverage.
Want to know if you can get these plans with MATE? Leave your details here and we’ll check and let you know if you’re eligible!
More speed, more value
nbn has recently boosted speeds on its most popular Fixed Wireless plan, Fixed Wireless Plus, or what we like to call ‘No Dramas Wireless’.
They have also introduced two NEW higher-speed Fixed Wireless plans:
👉 Fixed Wireless Home Fast (what we like to call ‘No Worries Wireless‘)
👉 Fixed Wireless Superfast (what we like to call ‘Fair Dinkum Wireless‘).
Faster nbn Fixed Wireless with MATE!
🛜 No Dramas Wireless plan
Based on nbn Fixed Wireless Plus. Speed improvement from maximum 75Mbps download/10Mpbs upload to 100Mbps download/20Mpbs upload
🌐 No Worries Wireless (NEW)
Based on nbn Fixed Wireless Home Fast. Can perform to a maximum of 200-250Mpbs download and 8-20 Mpbs upload.
📡 Fair Dinkum Wireless (NEW)
Based on nbn Fixed Wireless Superfast. Can perform to a maximum of 400Mpbs download and 10-40 Mpbs upload.
Why choose Fixed Wireless with MATE?
Higher speed Fixed Wireless plans
Great value unlimited nbn plans
Upgraded network for more reliable internet
Extended Fixed Wireless reach
Frequently asked questions
How is nbn delivering these upgrades to the Fixed Wireless network?
nbn are optimising the Fixed Wireless network, including installing the next generation 4G and 5G equipment. This new technology is designed to deliver more reach (by extending the range of the towers from 14km to up to 29kms where possible) and more speed to regional and remote Australia. nbn is among the first in the world to deploy the 5G technology at this scale for a dedicated Fixed Wireless network.
nbn are evolving the network by also working with local governments and councils to install new Fixed Wireless towers in selected areas.
When will the new higher speed plans become available?
nbn’s new higher speed plans are becoming progressively available to eligible premises through internet providers like MATE from July 2024 onwards.
nbn Fixed Wireless Home Fast offers peak download speeds between 200-250 and upload speeds between 8-20 Mbps. It is anticipated by the end of the upgrade program this plan will be available to approximately 90% of the upgraded nbn Fixed Wireless coverage area.
nbn Fixed Wireless Superfast offers peak wholesale download speeds of 400Mbps and upload speeds between 10-40 Mbps. It is anticipated by the end of the upgrade program this plan will be available to approximately 80% of the upgraded nbn Fixed Wireless coverage area.
Plus, nbn has boosted speeds on its most popular plan; Fixed Wireless Plus. Wholesale speed capability has now been lifted from up to 75/10Mbps to up to 100/20Mbps. This plan is available across 100% of the nbn Fixed Wireless coverage area.
What speeds can I expect for a Fixed Wireless service?
MATE offers a range of three Fixed Wireless plans to cater to different needs.
🛜 No Dramas Wireless plan
Based on nbn Fixed Wireless Plus. Speed improvement from maximum 75Mbps download/10Mpbs upload to 100Mbps download/20Mpbs upload
🌐 No Worries Wireless (NEW)
Based on nbn Fixed Wireless Home Fast. Can perform to a maximum of 200-250Mpbs download and 8-20 Mbps upload.
📡 Fair Dinkum Wireless (NEW)
Based on nbn Fixed Wireless Superfast. Can perform to a maximum of 400Mpbs download and 10-40 Mpbs upload.
If you want to learn more, fill out the enquiry form above, or use the ‘Check your address’ button on this page, leave us your details above, or contact us on 13 14 13!
How are satellite premises selected to be upgraded to Fixed Wireless?
nbn Satellite premises across Australia that will become eligible to connect to Fixed Wireless as part of the upgrades have been selected based on their proximity to the existing Fixed Wireless towers and the strength of the wireless signal that can be expected at the location.
The first step is to place an order for an nbn Fixed Wireless plan with MATE. We will then make an appointment for an nbn approved technician to attend the premises and test for a Fixed Wireless signal.
Once the signal is acquired, the nbn-approved technician may put the nbn outdoor antenna on the roof of the main premises, under the eaves or on a wall. The nbn outdoor antenna can also be put on powered buildings (like a shed, garage or Solar Mount Structure) close to the main premises, with the nbn connection box inside an enclosed area.
Will I experience disruption to my service during the upgrade works?
If you’re currently connected to a Fixed Wireless plan, you can generally continue using your service as usual during the upgrade works.
However, you may experience a reduction in service and outages as nbn rolls out the upgrades in your area over several weeks.
I've been notified that my nbn equipment needs upgrading. What do I do?
nbn are providing free upgrades of nbn equipment at selected Fixed Wireless locations to deliver better internet for premises across regional and remote Australia.
If nbn has identified that your Fixed Wireless equipment requires a free upgrade you will be notified directly by nbn.
What nbn equipment will I need?
If you’re connecting to Fixed Wireless for the first time, nbn will provide an nbn outdoor antenna and an nbn connection box and that will be installed during your appointment. You’ll need to ensure that you have a modem compatible with the nbn network when you connect.
You can find more information about Fixed Wireless equipment here.
