Mobile Phone BlackSpot Funding

In reply to the Hon. F. PANGALLO (3 July 2019).

The Hon. D.W. RIDGWAY (Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment): The Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development has advised:

1. The outcome of the federal election and confirmation of round 5 was required.

2. The proposition in the question is false.

3. This initiative gives communities a stronger sense of ownership and improved likelihood of success in nominating mobile blackspots for the commonwealth program.

4. No.

5. No.

There is a national database of mobile blackspots and minister Whetstone is willing to refer any sites the Hon. Pangallo may wish to raise for inclusion on the database.