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Forcing people towards newer technologies like 5G?
NO UPGRADE, NO SERVICES
Australia has been going through a major shift in how mobile phones make emergency calls after the shutdown of 3G networks, and changes to safety requirements.
The alerts come as Australia’s major telecommunications providers continue the shutdown of 3G mobile networks nationwide – a transition designed to ‘improve reliability’ and make way for newer 4G and 5G services.
During this transition, authorities and mobile carriers now say the change has exposed a critical issue: some phones, even those capable of 4G, may fail to connect to Triple Zero (000) in an emergency unless they have the latest software installed.
Carriers have started warning customers – via SMS, automated calls, and now radio advertising – that phones without required updates may be blocked from the mobile network altogether, potentially losing access to voice calls, text messages, and mobile data.
Under current emergency call regulations, mobile phones must be able to place emergency calls using modern network standards such as Voice over LTE (VoLTE).
So, to ensure they are compliant, they will block those who choose to stay.
It was the government that forced this. New rules were introduced on 28 October 2024 by the Australian federal government under the Telecommunications (Emergency Call Service) Amendment Determination 2024 (No. 1) to address concerns of the closure of 3G networks.
The legislation set out the requirements for what Australian telecommunication network providers need to do under the amended Emergency Call Service (ECS) Determination – and information that is needed for customers impacted by these changes.
Now, if selected phones do not agree to do a software update, they will be blocked from the Telstra mobile network from 14 January 2026 – to make sure all phones can ‘work reliably’.
Customers may also need to make multiple updates to get to the latest software.
Phones that rely on older fallback methods, or that lack the correct software configuration, may not route emergency calls correctly once 3G coverage is removed.
The issue affects a range of devices, particularly older Android phones and some models that were imported or not originally configured for Australian networks. Even relatively recent smartphones may be impacted if they have not been kept up-to-date.
Mobile providers stress that customers should not attempt to test emergency calls, as this can interfere with genuine emergencies. Instead, users are advised to install all available software updates and contact their provider if unsure whether their device is compliant.
Authorities say the warnings are a precautionary measure, but emphasise that keeping phone software up to date is now essential for ensuring continued access to Triple Zero (000) as ‘Australia’s mobile networks modernise’.
A modernisation towards 5G, and in the works 6G, which bring with them unparalleled surveillance risks, health concerns, and much more.
The New World Order leaves nobody behind in the great race of ‘progression’.
THE RISE OF 5G (AND 6G)
This sudden change in the tone of telecommunications companies is a sign of the times, including a result of the rise of 5G technology around the ‘pandemic’ period.
In 2019, we revealed how Australia was gearing up for the imminent arrival of 5G technology, and how telecommunications companies were beginning to trial and introduce new systems ahead of the planned 2020 rollout.
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COVID hit just months later, and national lockdowns helped accelerate the rollout of this technology, which caused national protests, council actions, watchdog warnings, blockades, and more.
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Following the sale of mmWave channels to major telecommunications providers, 2022 was the year 5G was fully switched on and allowed to ‘reach full potential’.
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It was not long after that they announced the discontinuation of the 3G network.
We warned 5G would bring unparalleled surveillance, enhancing the sophisticated apparatus of technologies used by Australian intelligence networks.
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Not just that, but the health and safety issues associated with upgrading to phones is clear, and even worse for people who live outside of cities, research shows.
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A forced transition that now gets even worse with warnings of being blocked from networks for not upgrading, textbook coercive tactics of the Australian government.
A government that is embarking on a bold journey to ‘revolutionise’ its network already, with an $800 million investment in “next-generation upgrades” – including a vision where artificial intelligence integrates with the technology in preparation for 6G.
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That’s the thing with technology: You can’t choose to stay behind, so to speak. Everyone must come along for the ride or go without completely.
At least there is some positive news: Although still connected to later networks like 4G and 5G, there has been a recent rise in the use of ‘dumb phones’ – those that resemble older-style models and don’t come with as many surveillance mechanisms.
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They don’t eliminate the issue of being forced to upgrade to 5G, but it is something.
Additionally, remember there are 5G community action networks all over Australia containing members that largely still operate older-style models. If you are in this boat, make sure to see what they are doing in terms of action and manoeuvring.
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Or, just be like the real cowboys and ditch technology all together.
Although I’d still hope you would fire up a dusty PC every now and then to read TOTT News!
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Sorry Folks – I’ll have to stop writing ‘Books’ in the comment section! Bottle of Wine?
YEAH! I’ve got a 4G device, Newer than the Wife’s 4G unit. – ‘Magically’, 1 second before midnight (INCLUDING 000)- Everything’s Okay Dokey/ 1 Second passed Midnight – Zero Call access, SMS, Banking access Et Al (Unbeknown to me). Sent SMS messages to a couple of Folks – Not realising it was ‘Offline’! Thanks Belong(Telstra) – NOT Belong! SOOooo, My 4G Device was configured to 3G Calls/SMS (Don’t know why@point of purchase), then had to Download software to access 4G VoLTE Systems & off we go! HOORAH!
With the amount of Scamming roaming the Continent on All metric E Devices, NotMyGov.Con & MSM being amongst the Alpha Group, how is anyone other than a Tech Geek suppose to have All metric Cyber awareness OR, Normal ‘Trust’ in Any Electronic Platform/Telco? AT ALL!
Back to Belong; Once ‘They’ve’ ‘Blocked’ your Device (Apparently your #s Not ‘Blocked’, But NO ONE, Nor You have access to the System anyway!!), they then tell you Multiple Times, TO> Download the ‘required Software’ Upgrade – EXCEPT, you Cannot Access the Network (And your Device ‘Tells you so’), whether via WiFi or Jacked into an alternate Network! Great news, Belong (Telstra subsidiary), has no Shop face to interact with – Telstra shop’s aren’t able to/or can’t help. Round and round we go! And this brings another General issue to the table. Once these Telco’s(or others) ‘Cut you off’, HOW do they know, that you are in an inconvenient situation at that time? Aka, couple of flat tyres remote/rural Australia – Not a 000 Emergency, but, maybe stuck 40 Ks from a town(Not everyone’s got a CB). Or your’re caring for someone on a part time basis, now having to navigate ‘Re-Connection’ – IF you can!
Next; ‘Accessibility’; ‘Call our Complaints dept., between 08;00 > 17;00 Hrs Monday to Friday AEST’. BUGGAR! We are ‘Blessed’ in OZtopia. THANK GOD that ALL issues happen between these times & Days! I’ll just call them on the ONLY phone I have – Sorry, That one’s been ‘Disconnected’, and The Telco ‘Wonders why they can’t contact you, on your ‘Blocked’ Device, regarding your complaint – Several times! Oh Dear!
The Continuing NON accessibility/Apparent Accessibility is a Major, with Corporations & NotMyGov.Con resorting to ‘Call only’ enquiries of 30 Minute elevator music trauma, only interrupted by ;”You’re a valuable customer. Queue waiting indexes. Other Non options. ‘We’re exp[eriencing Higher than normal volumes of Traffic[Sic. Wonder why in such an ‘Efficient’ Modern Society], or Call back at a later time – Maybe 17;01> or Sat & Sunday, where our Chat Bot ‘Igor’, will tell you their Business hours! Online Corporate forms, after you finally Sherlock Holmes the addresses, give you No copy of the interactions. Ditto Calls – ‘We’ are monitoring/recording this call for Std B.S. Call monitoring & Training purposes(Whilst ripping your voice print, for future COMIIC surveillance recog., or Data on sell). You Still have Zero record of conversation – Unless you yourself record as well.
Next; As with the WunderBar NBN & Visionary ‘Powered’ Modem FOR access to land lines Or Internet(Cabled), as with ‘E’ Cards, once the powers down – You’re Down, AND,with ZERO options available! Thanks NBN (No Bloody Network), another Political success! AND, if 000 is the ‘Reason’ for blocking ‘access’ to the Network, Why isn’t it a ‘Stand alone’ Universal integrated system for ALL G Formats?
Last; As with the ‘Roll’ out’ of the G Networks (Noticed 5 Gen Comms had ZERO Issues with ‘System schedules/Component Supply/Tech Human ‘Proximities’/Equipment operations or access During the CONVID Exercise- More ‘Magic’), and the Magical funds ‘Appeared’ to Park Defibrillator units everywhere during the same period – Wouldn’t be in case a ‘Public Notable’ had an ‘Issue’, ‘Cos it wouldn’t be for NotMyGov.Con/Private Partnership ‘Benevolence’ – It Doesn’t exist!
Finally solved the Comms issue, and it’s low tech, Doesn’t ‘drop out’, never needs a software update, doesn’t have monthly charges, no more Bull Shit Govt., Intervention = 2 Jam tins and a piece of quality string, backed up by a couple of Carrier pigeons, for those Air mail situations! Job Done!
Entertainment; Prime Minstrel Albino ForeverBendDaKneeSee & E Karen J I-G along, after another Public purse junket, are out for a jaunt in a Comm Cab, bikinis at the ready for a nearby Bloody Griffin backwater creek swim. Due to not having the latest software upgrade for their Comm Cab & A Convenient solar flare(Thanks Jesus Mate!!) ‘Bogging’ the satellite coverage, The Nav Sat guidance parked them into the SCUM factor (Shit Creek’s Usual Morons). Directly Followed by;
The OZtopian citizen came a riding, riding, riding up to the old creek bank,
I say old chap, for me you’d normally have to thank.
I see but the only a shadow of the roof of Ye old Comm Cab,
Is that you in there Queen Mab?
I’ll get some rescue in a Jiffy,
Could have picked a better spot for a swim Can’tberra’s a bit Whiffy.
Yeh/Nah wait, apparently me device’s been Blocked,
Buggar me, why am I not Shocked!
The Telcos Could’ve picked a more appropriate Time,
Oh well, you’ll have to entertain yourselves in your own designed pantomime!
By the way – You Can’t park there!
Wellness – Modern Living! ARGH!
I’ve got just an old Nokia, don’t want a “smart” phone.