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Getting connected

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At NBN Co, we are planning to facilitate the rollout of our network through positive engagement with local communities. To help create a platform for the delivery of superfast broadband to households and businesses, we are seeking assistance from local governments to expedite the rollout whilst protecting amenities.

The Telecommunications Act 1997 and the related Telecommunications (Low-impact Facilities) Determination 1997 (LIFD 1997) establishes a broad framework for the installation, operation and maintenance of certain ‘low impact’ telecommunication facilities.

The legislation includes a number of powers and immunities that make a range of telecommunication facilities exempt from some local planning controls and other laws. One of the key requirements for these exemptions is that the facilities must not be located in an area of environmental significance. To fall within the exemptions, some facilities are subject to certain design and other specifications and some notification processes also need to be followed.

Not all of the facilities that NBN Co will be installing are currently ‘low impact’ facilities under LIFD 1997. NBN Co is also seeking the assistance of state and territory governments and local councils to facilitate the rollout in the context of Federal, state or local government requirements.

As demonstrated by the rollout in Tasmania, and the other First Release Sites (FRS), NBN Co is committed to working closely with local government on the design and deployment of the National Broadband Network in their area, ensuring a lasting positive legacy for the local community.

Council checklist

The following checklist provides a guide for local councils as to the information NBN Co and its contractors /agents may need to assist in the NBN planning process.

Zoning maps and planning controls	*
Identification and location of heritage conservation areas and / or heritage items (both indigenous and non-indigenous)	*
Location of environmentally significant areas e.g. conservation / protected areas, national parks / nature reserves, wetlands, bushland, significant street trees	*
Any specific local planning controls, policies or codes that may apply specifically to telecommunication facilities	*
Confirmation of any local exemptions, restrictions or prohibitions for telecommunication facilities	*
Development application requirements (if necessary), including likely timeframes, processes etc.	*
Location of Commonwealth land and education, health or government facilities	*
Location of major development proposals and areas (e.g. greenfield sites), major infrastructure locations or areas that require major upgrades to infrastructure	*

Councils may also be keen to work with NBN Co and its contractors/agents to enter agreements to rent facilities that could be used during the rollout, such as depots, warehouses, temporary site offices, shopfront information offices etc. In that case, councils could provide some indication of properties that might be useful for the above purposes.

Council collaboration

We see local government as playing a unique and critical role in both informing NBN Co about potential local issues and requirements and assisting in the development and dissemination of community education and publicity.

Below is a list of some of the types of activities in relation to which NBN Co would like to involve various areas in local councils. For more information and activities, please download the Local Government Planning document.

Council Stakeholder Group	Activity	Comments
Mayor and CEO	Media opportunities and communication of National Broadband Network related information, including direct communications	Assist in identifying stakeholders, associations, community and business groups, etc. Provide advice on legacy issues Assist in identifying local opportunities for communication channels (events/ Festivals etc) Help with opt-in consent program (where implemented) Briefs to council
Corporate services	Planning, data infrastructure development	Planning Development approvals Heritage, environmental, native vegetation New developments Council civil works Road closures and traffic management Local opportunities (events/ festivals) Databases Health, education and emergency services
Media and communications	Media and marketing opportunities	Media releases Photo opportunities Information flow (internal council and community) Legacy issues Opt-in consent program (where implemented) Translation and storyboarding assistance
Library	Collateral and venue hire	Storyboards and static display Community information sessions/ briefings
Corporate services	Collateral and venue hire	Effective management strategies Storyboards and displays Community information sessions

Download full local government information pack here

Or view sections in the table below:

Local government pack
Chapter 1 - About NBN Co Download (PDF - 295KB)
Chapter 2 - About the National Broadband Network Download (PDF - 1.3MB)
Chapter 3 - NBN Co corporate plan Download (PDF - 403KB)
Chapter 4 - Health and safety Download (PDF - 384KB)
Chapter 5 - Skills and training Download (PDF - 299 KB)
Chapter 6 - Local Government Planning Download (PDF - 313 KB)
Chapter 7 - Pre-planning and design Download (PDF - 634 KB)
Chapter 8 - Construction Download (PDF - 1.64 MB)
Chapter 9 - Service activation Download (PDF - 332KB)
Chapter 10 - New developments Download (PDF - 902KB)
Chapter 11 - Backhaul (Click here)
Chapter 12 - Community consultation Download (PDF - 433KB)
Chapter 13 - Frequently Asked questions Download (PDF - 292KB)
Chapter 14 - Contacts Download (PDF - 237KB)
Chapter 15 - To find out more Download (PDF - 255KB)
Chapter 16 - Glossary of Terms Download (PDF - 353 KB)