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Telstra and Optus have delayed the shutdown of their 3G networks and will conduct a public safety campaign following fears relating to public safety and triple zero emergency services.There were concerns that nearly 1 million mobile phones would be unable to call triple zero emergency services when the nation’s 3G networks are switched off.
Telstra and Optus were set to shut their 3G networks from August 31 and September 1 respectively, but have delayed that to October 28 for one last push for mass public awareness of the closures. A Senate committee had recommended the switch-off be delayed.Telstra chief executive Vicki Brady said closing the 3G network was necessary to free mobile spectrum for faster 4G and 5G networks.
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