Overview

The draft Five-Year Spectrum Outlook (FYSO) 2024–29 presents a comprehensive analysis of spectrum management trends and priorities, shaping Australia's telecommunications landscape.

This consulting document offers insights into key spectrum management issues, emerging technologies, and their implications for connectivity and telecommunications services nationwide. It underscores ACMA's strategic focus on regional connectivity, communications resilience, and the commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2050.

Frequency Band Highlights

Here is a summary of the frequency results mentioned in the provided text:

• 3.4–4.0 GHz Band: Various allocations and licensing processes have been conducted in this band, including for remote areas, metropolitan areas, and regional areas.
• 1.9 GHz Band: Replanning arrangements have been completed, and changes to the band are being implemented.
• 6 GHz Band: Ongoing interest in this band for RLANs and IMT use, with recent changes in the US and Europe to enable Wi-Fi 6E.
• 1.5 GHz Band: Harmonized for IMT in different regions, with considerations for re-farming and potential use for WBB.
• 46 GHz Band: Primary allocations for mobile, mobile satellite, and radionavigation services in Australia.
• 47 GHz Band: Primary allocations for fixed, mobile, and FSS in Australia, with identified interest from the satellite industry.
• Bands under WRC-27 Agenda Items 1.7 and 1.13: Studies on sharing and compatibility for IMT in frequency bands like 4400–4800 MHz and 7125–8400 MHz.
• 2300–2302 MHz Band: Interest in making this band available for WBB use, subject to competing interests and incumbent services.
• 1800 MHz and 2 GHz Bands: Used for mobile and fixed services outside of spectrum-licensed areas via PTS and point-to-point licensing.

The FYSO serves as a roadmap for leveraging technological advancements to optimize spectrum utilization and foster innovation. It is open for consultation, reflecting ACMA's commitment to stakeholder engagement and informed decision-making in spectrum management.

Regulatory Impact

• Top Priority: Yes
• Type of Certificate: No
• Spectrum Bands: Yes
• Import Changes HS Codes: No
• Standard Changes: Yes
• Product Changes: Yes
• Label Changes: No

Link to News Source - https://www.acma.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-04/Draft%2520FYSO%25202024-29.pdf - Draft FYSO 2024-29.pdf (acma.gov.au)