New Tower at The Homestead Now Live

Telstra has expanded its 4G mobile coverage along the Sturt Highway west of Darlington Point with a new mobile base station being switched on at district property, The Homestead.

Regional General Manager, Chris Taylor said the new site would improve Telstra's existing coverage in the area and improve connectivity for residents and commuters along the highway.

"We know the community's been looking forward to this new mobile site and I'm pleased to say we've completed construction and been able to bring this site on-air," Mr Taylor said.

"Having mobile connectivity is becoming increasingly important in our everyday lives.

"This new site not only helps reduce a mobile black spot in this area, but it will also improve capacity and mobile coverage and provide additional triple zero connectivity for users on other mobile networks in times of emergency."

The latest investment builds on the $11.8 billion investment Telstra has made in its mobile network nationally, including $4.3 billion in regional areas over the past seven years.

"We're incredibly proud of our network which is the largest and most reliable mobile network in Australia – delivering more coverage than anyone else.

"We will continue to push the boundaries to deliver the best possible connectivity experience for our customers."