Australia's National Narrowband Network Co (NNNCo) has secured a contract to create an internet of things (IoT) network across the 650 sq km of the Lake Macquarie area. The long-range wide-area network (LoRaWAN) will include smart city services such as smart street lighting, water meters and waste management. LoRa is one of several companies that have been awarded contracts by NSW Government agencies for work on IoT projects.
Australia's National Narrowband Network Co (NNNCo) has secured a contract to create an internet of things (IoT) network across the 650 sq km of the Lake Macquarie area. The long-range wide-area network (LoRaWAN) will include smart city services such as smart street lighting, water meters and waste management. Start-ups will be able to connect to the network for free, while businesses are being encouraged with a 15% discount if they establish operations in Lake Macquarie City.