Our Fibre Network
The ElectraNet fibre network is a privately owned and operated fibre network with extensive reach into remote and regional South Australia from the Adelaide metropolitan area. The network also reaches interstate into New South Wales and Victoria via unique and diverse interconnection locations.
ElectraNet telecommunications services offer low-latency, scalable bandwidth options, offering up to 100Gbps across our network, with greater bandwidth available on request.
ElectraNet backhaul is provided on a totally unique and diverse fibre path to all other carriers and fibre service providers, operating on our critical infrastructure assets. The fibre services are built using Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) aerial wire which provides physical resiliency and with 24/7 support via our SA-based Network Operations Centre.
ElectraNet are working with our telecommunication partners to enable Intercapital high bandwidth, low-latency connectivity between Adelaide, Sydney and Melbourne using the latest fibre network products and services. Intercapital Data Centre delivery date between Adelaide and Sydney is expected by early 2026 and between Adelaide and Melbourne as of mid-2026.
ElectraNet telecommunications services offer low-latency, scalable bandwidth options, offering up to 100Gbps across our network, with greater bandwidth available on request.
ElectraNet backhaul is provided on a totally unique and diverse fibre path to all other carriers and fibre service providers, operating on our critical infrastructure assets. The fibre services are built using Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) aerial wire which provides physical resiliency and with 24/7 support via our SA-based Network Operations Centre.
ElectraNet are working with our telecommunication partners to enable Intercapital high bandwidth, low-latency connectivity between Adelaide, Sydney and Melbourne using the latest fibre network products and services. Intercapital Data Centre delivery date between Adelaide and Sydney is expected by early 2026 and between Adelaide and Melbourne as of mid-2026.
Our Telecommunications Capabilities
ElectraNet works closely with a broad range of customers to support their business requirements and objectives.
- Generators:
To meet NER S5.3a.4 and 4.11.3 requirements, i.e. SCADA (AEMO ECM data and protection/ control), telephony, internet, site security etc.
- Large industrial users, mining, oil & gas, government, etc.)
- Telecommunications carriers
- Internet Service Providers
- Mobile Network Operators
- Corporates
- Government (federal, state, local)
- Government-Owned Enterprises
ElectraNet has a substantial telecommunications network connecting much of South Australia, that is used for the provision of data and voice communication services. This unique and diverse network provides opportunities to support customers in metropolitan and regional locations.
Features
- Point-to-point telecommunications over the ElectraNet network, comprising Optical Pilot Ground Wire (OPGW), Underground Optic Fibre (UGOF) and microwave radio infrastructure
- Diverse path to other telecommunication providers (ElectraNet’s network is independent), with protection grade design and quality
- 99.999% availability target
- Very low latency network
- Layer 1/2/3 services:
Scalable from Mbps to Gbps (n x 1 Gbps/ n x 10 Gbps) - Managed bandwidth or wavelength services
- Dark fibre
- Extensive coverage across metropolitan and regional South Australia
- Network protection able to be built into the solution
- Points of Presence (PoPs) for interconnect into the network
- Connectivity to data centres available through third parties
As the owner and operator of the high voltage electricity transmission network, ElectraNet has extensive ownership or control of land and telecommunication tower/electricity tower assets, which can be used for the co-location of customer telecommunication equipment.
ElectraNet works closely with its customers to place their equipment and antennae on (or in) its sites, utilising geographical position and already-built assets.
Features
- Enables placement of third-party owned antennae or other equipment (e.g. towers, cubicles/ cabinets, routers, UPS, etc.)
- Available on both telecommunication towers and electricity transmission towers (over 14,000 towers)
- Up to 15-year co-location term
- Can link into backhaul/point-to-point telecommunication networks
- Secure locations for equipment
- Power supply may be available
- Neutral host model applicable
ElectraNet is committed to making the customer connection process as seamless as possible, working with customers every step of the way.
Step 1
Complete and send the Telecommunication Enquiry Form.
Step 2
Response from ElectraNet within 1-2 weeks.
Step 3
Application/negotiation with customer and contract developed in 1-10 weeks.