FIVE new base stations will be installed in the Parkes electorate, allowing for improved mobile phone coverage, thanks to the federal government's $220 million Mobile Black Spot Program.
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Member for Parkes Mark Coulton and Minister for Regional Services Bridget McKenzie announced the locations for round four of the program.
The stations will be installed at Tilpa, Silverton Exchange, Enngonia, Pimpara Lake (near Packsaddle) and Naree Station (near Yantabulla).
"I'm thrilled that residents and businesses in the Far West and North West areas of my electorate will enjoy the benefits that improved mobile connectivity brings," Mr Coulton said.
"Improved mobile coverage in each of these locations will help keep our businesses connected, our families to stay in touch, and it means we can better access health and online services on the go."
Base stations under the first three rounds are expected to be operational by June 30. Round 4 base stations are expected to roll out shortly with the first new base stations being activated by the second half of the year.
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