Under the expanded School Student Broadband Initiative (SSBI) and targeted social broadband programs, thousands of eligible low-income families and concession card holders across Australia can access free or deeply subsidized NBN high-speed internet.
Program Details and Eligibility
- School Student Broadband Initiative (SSBI): Provides free 50Mbps NBN connection for up to 12–24 months for households with school-age students lacking home internet.
- No Installation or Modem Fees: Fully subsidized setup by NBN Co and participating telecommunications providers.
- Community Organization Referrals: Families can be nominated through local schools, charities, or social services.
Source: Australian Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts
