Telstra in the news

Telstra Group signed a significant new Aura fibre contract on October 6, 2026, boosting its infrastructure and potentially impacting its financial outlook, following a 2.7% net profit increase in fiscal 2026.

Telstra is upgrading its mobile base station on Fitzgibbon Road off Strathfieldsaye Road, causing up to 10-hour mobile outages in the Bendigo area from October 10, 2026, to enhance 4G/5G service.

Telstra is deploying a new network in Western Australia that will boost internet capacity by 35 times.

Telstra's tech chief asserts that telecommunications companies must prioritize fixing basic network and operational deficiencies and embrace a product-engineering mindset before successfully implementing advanced AI solutions.

Australian telcos Telstra, Optus, and TPG Telecom have launched Temporary Disaster Roaming, enabling mobile devices to connect to an alternate network for basic services during regional disasters.

Telstra Group Limited is holding its annual general meeting (AGM) to address director elections, executive pay, and the remuneration report, following a year of increased earnings, dividends, and a share buy-back.

Telstra InfraCo supports the Group's digital infrastructure strategy by expanding high-capacity fibre, commercializing network assets, and improving capital efficiency.

The Telstra Exchange building in Newcastle is up for sale, offering redevelopment potential for apartments or a hotel, with Telstra leasing it back for three years.

The article compares Telstra and Woodside Energy as dividend stock investments, concluding that Woodside offers a better overall package of yield, value, and momentum.

Telstra's on-market share buybacks and strong mobile business performance have helped the company outperform the market and maintain its position as a defensive income stock, despite increasing competition and a softening of momentum.

Telstra and Goodman Group are vying for a top 10 ASX market cap spot, representing a choice between defensive income and high-growth digital infrastructure investments.

To earn a $1,000 passive income in 2027 from Telstra shares, an investor would need to purchase either 4,546 shares or 3,182 shares if franking credits are included, based on a projected 22 cents per share dividend.

Telstra is performing 17 days of maintenance on a Tamworth CBD mobile site starting October 7, causing temporary mobile disruptions for residents, businesses, and visitors.

Telstra launched a new cyber security campaign starring Steve Buscemi as two alien characters, emphasizing its ongoing efforts to protect customers from evolving threats.

Telstra launched a new 'Space Villains' campaign with Steve Buscemi, emphasizing the security of its network against scams.

Australian telcos activated a Temporary Disaster Roaming service to allow customers to switch networks during severe weather emergencies, primarily in regional areas.

Telstra raised the price of its Starlink internet plan to $150 per month while simultaneously removing the speed cap, offering faster download speeds, bringing its offering in line with Starlink's Residential Max plan.

Telstra Group repurchased 2,727,555 shares on October 2, 2026, for AUD 13.1 million as part of its ongoing $1 billion buy-back program.

Telstra lifted FY26 cash earnings and mobile service revenue by increasing average revenue per user and implementing productivity measures, even as mobile customer numbers marginally decreased, while also investing in infrastructure and conducting share buy-backs.

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