Breaking Barriers: Remote Australians on Satellite Internet Now Have Access to More Affordable Unlimited Data Plans

Announcement posted by Activ8me 04 Dec 2023

The era of Metro comparably priced plans is here for Remote Australia with the launch of new nbn® Sky Muster® Plus Premium Plans.

[MELBOURNE, 1 December 2023] Activ8me, a leading Australian internet provider specialising in rural and remote Australian connections, in conjunction with nbn®, is delighted to announce the launch of more affordable unlimited data allowance plans on nbn® Sky Muster® Plus.

Since launching the first nbn® Sky Muster® Plus Premium plan in June, Activ8me has seen many customers take up the opportunity to access an unlimited data allowance on their home satellite service.

However, priced at $99, many Australian families could not take up this offering.

Today, the launch of entry and mid-level nbn® Sky Muster® Plus Premium plans makes unlimited data more accessible and affordable for the 90,000+ Australian households using satellite internet.

Starting at $59, the two new Premium plans offer regional and remote Australian homes an unlimited data allowance at a metro-comparable price for the first time.

Traditionally, satellite internet has been associated with high costs and limited data allowances, but today's announcement has propelled it into a new era of accessibility and affordability.

This transformative development will have a considerable impact on bridging the digital divide and empowering remote Australians with better access to the digital economy.

CEO of Activ8me, Martin Camilleri commented,

"We're excited today to finally launch unlimited data allowance plans that are more affordable to remote Australian households. Activ8me is proud to be at the forefront of bringing this product to market. We've been striving for this a long time and are delighted to offer this service to our customers in remote and regional Australia."

Unleashing Unlimited Data

Activ8me has been working with nbn® for several years to improve data accessibility for remote Australians. One of the game-changers in the satellite internet realm was the introduction of the first nbn® Sky Muster® Premium unlimited data allowance plan launched in June this year.

Traditionally, satellite providers like Activ8me have been limited to offering plans with strict data caps, leading to concerns about limitations on usage as the world has relied more and more on video streaming for entertainment and video conferencing for communications in today's digital age.

The launch of nbn® Sky Muster® Plus Premium alleviated these concerns, allowing users to explore the internet without constantly monitoring their data consumption; however, it still maintained a prohibitively high price point of $99.

Affordability Redefined

The affordability of satellite internet has been a persistent concern for potential users. With the introduction of cheaper unlimited data plans, satellite internet has become more financially accessible, finally offering an unlimited data product at a metro comparable price, something those in regional and remote Australia have long been hoping for.

Bridging the Digital Divide

One of the most significant impacts of affordable satellite internet plans is its role in bridging the digital divide. Rural and remote areas, often underserved by traditional broadband infrastructure, can now enjoy reliable, unlimited data internet without breaking the bank. This development has profound implications for education, healthcare, and economic opportunities in areas that were previously left in the shadows of the digital revolution.

The transition to cheaper unlimited data plans on satellite internet marks a significant milestone in the ongoing quest for universal connectivity. The era of affordable, unlimited satellite internet is here, opening doors to a more connected and digitally inclusive world for remote Australian communities.

Activ8me's New nbn® Sky Muster® Plus Premium Plan Specs:

Premium 25:

$59 per month, Unlimited Data Allowance*, nbn® 25/5mbps^

Premium 50:

$74 per month, Unlimited Data Allowance*, nbn® 50/5mbps^#

Premium 100:

$99 per month, Unlimited Data Allowance*, nbn® 100/5mbps^#

Plans Powered by nbn® Sky Muster® Plus.

For full details, visit https://www.activ8me.net.au/internet/skymuster/

* nbn® Fair Use Policy Applies. Shaping may also apply.1

^ Customer experience, including the speeds actually achieved over the nbn® network, depends on the nbn® technology and configuration over which services are delivered to your premises, whether you are using the internet during the busy period and or the number of concurrent users and services on the nbn® satellite network, any specific beams that may be noted by nbn from time to time and some factors outside of nbn's control (such as their equipment quality, software or signal reception). Satellite end customers may also experience latency.

# Upload speed has the ability to burst up to 10mbps from time to time, where network conditions allow.

1 To proactively protect and ensure the fair access to the nbn® broadband access network for all users, nbn may from time to time, only when necessary, at its discretion, shape data intensive activities to maximum wholesale upload and download speeds of 256kbps.

About Activ8me:

Activ8me is a prominent Australian telecommunications provider specialising in connectivity for regional and remote Australians. With the goal of bridging the digital divide between Australians in metro and regional areas, Activ8me offers a wide range of connectivity solutions, including satellite, fixed wireless, and fibre nbn® connections, ensuring that every Australian, regardless of their location, has access to high-quality internet services.

For more information, visit https://activ8me.net.au.