Our submission supports the extension of the USO rules, with the minor amendments proposed by the Department.
Submission to DITRDCSA on extending rules for USO voice services
22 May 2026
The TIO made a submission to the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts on extending rules relating to Universal Service Obligation (USO) voice services.
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