Technical framework for renewed 850 MHz and 1800 MHz band spectrum licences

As part of the expiring spectrum licence (ESL) process, we are consulting on the technical framework for renewed 850 MHz and 1800 MHz band spectrum licences. This begins the implementation stage of our ESL process and covers the first set of spectrum licences that will expire.

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Closing in 29 days (20 March 2026)
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    Consultation opened

    19 Feb 2026
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    Consultation closes

    20 Mar 2026
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Key documents

Consultation paper: Review of the 850 MHz and 1800 MHz spectrum licence technical frameworks (589.67 KB)

The issue

The 850 MHz and 1800 MHz band spectrum licences will expire in June 2028. The application period for their renewal starts in June 2026. 

We want your feedback on the proposed technical framework for renewed 850 MHz and 1800 MHz band spectrum licences. 

The proposed technical framework is detailed in the consultation paper.

The paper also sets out our initial views on an apparatus licence framework to support rail services in the 1800 MHz band. This will apply after spectrum licences expire in June 2028.

Have your say

Click on the 'Upload submission' button above to send us your views. 

We welcome your feedback by 5 pm (AEDT) on Friday 20 March 2026. 

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Last updated: 19 February 2026
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