Telstra mobile maintenance and upgrades to cause regional disruptions

Telstra has announced upcoming mobile network maintenance and upgrades across parts of Australia, which may cause temporary service disruptions for customers.

In Tamworth, essential maintenance on a mobile site servicing the CBD is scheduled to begin on October 7 and is expected to last for 17 days. During this period, the site will be switched off for short intervals, potentially affecting mobile coverage in the city centre. Residents and businesses using medical or personal safety devices, such as fall detection systems or alarm pendants, are advised to seek alternative connections like Wi-Fi. Businesses using EFTPOS terminals connected to the Telstra network should also verify if they can operate via NBN or Wi-Fi to avoid payment issues.

In the Bendigo region, upgrades to a mobile base station on Fitzgibbon Road are set to commence on October 10, 2026, continuing for seven days. These works aim to improve 4G and 5G capacity, offering faster downloads and reduced congestion. The upgrades may cause outages of up to 10 hours at a time for areas including Eppalock, Axedale, Longlea, Axe Creek, and parts of Strathfieldsaye.

For both events, Telstra noted that emergency calls to Triple Zero (000) should automatically attempt to connect via other available networks through emergency “camp on” technology. Customers are encouraged to monitor the Telstra outage website for updates.