Mobile Network Coverage in Northern Territory

Check which mobile networks (Telstra, Optus, Vodafone) have infrastructure in 417 suburbs across Northern Territory.

πŸ”‘ New ACMA Rules β€” 30 June 2026

  • Standardised coverage maps are now mandatory. All carriers must use the same four categories: good, moderate, basic, and no coverage (below -115dBm).
  • Telstra's map lost ~1 million sq km. No towers were switched off β€” the measurement standard changed. Areas that previously showed marginal signal are now classed as no coverage.
  • Optus and Vodafone maps changed far less, narrowing the perceived coverage gap between carriers.

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Network Outage Registers β€” New ACMA Requirement

Under the new ACMA rules, every mobile network operator must publish a public register of resolved major and significant outages, including the location, cause, duration, and services affected. This is the first time consumers can directly compare network reliability track records.

Telstra β€” βœ… Live

Searchable by address, suburb, or state. Data from 31 March 2026. Open register β†’

Optus β€” ⏳ Register not yet available

Optus's outage register is not yet live as of 30 June 2026. ACMA compliance pending. Check back for updates.

Vodafone (TPG Telecom) β€” ⏳ Register not yet available

Vodafone's outage register is not yet live as of 30 June 2026. ACMA compliance pending. Check back for updates.