Telstra has activated its second Australian 5 G mobile network in Toowoomba , Queensland , weeks after its first 5 G system became operational on the Gold coast . The company is aiming to make at least 200 locations 5G - capable by the end of this year . hp , which is partnering with Ericsson for the roll - out across regions , said 5 G 's " fibre - like data speeds , low latency and high performance " have applications across many sectors , including wholesale , retail and regional broadband providers . hp said 5 G handsets would start to become available next year .
Telstra has activated its second Australian 5G mobile network in Toowoomba, Queensland, weeks after its first 5G system became operational on the Gold Coast. The company is aiming to make at least 200 locations 5G-capable by the end of this year. Telstra, which is partnering with Ericsson for the roll-out across Australia, said 5G's "fibre-like data speeds, low latency and high performance" have applications across many sectors, including agriculture, education and regional community services. Telstra said 5G handsets would start to become available next year.