Internet Speed

NBN speeds explained

At Aussie Broadband, we offer a range of speed tiers on our nbn® plans. Each tier has a maximum upload and download speed, measured in Megabits per second (Mbps). Although there are maximum speeds, your actual internet speed may vary depen...

Are cheap NBN plans really worth it?

When it comes to the NBN, Aussies are spoiled for choice. There are over 100 Internet Service Providers (ISPs), each offering many different options that vary between speed and data. When it comes to the NBN, Aussies are spoiled for choice...

Which NBN connection type is the best?

It’s difficult to know all the different NBN connection types. FTTC, HFC, MCG – what do they all mean?   It’s difficult to know all the different NBN connection types. FTTC, HFC, MCG – what do they all mean?   Firstly – gotcha – MCG isn’t ...

Which is the best nbn® plan for me?

There are more choices in nbn® plans than ever before but picking one that suits you can be daunting. There are more choices in nbn® plans than ever before but picking one that suits you can be daunting. Don’t fret though. Just like that p...

Gigabit speeds for all Australians – is this a fantasy?

Over the last few years, gigabit internet plans have become increasingly available - and cheaper. With the growing need for high-speed broadband, gigabit internet's time as " the new internet " is fast approaching. Over the last few years...

FTTP vs FTTN vs FTTC: NBN connections explained

If you’ve been looking at nbn™ plans, then you’ve probably come across terms ‘FTTN’, ‘FTTP’, and ‘FTTC.’ So what’s the difference between them, and will FTTC speeds and performance meet or exceed what FTTN and FTTP offer (or vice versa)? T...

Why upgrade to fibre? Not all NBN connections are created equal

Internet is internet, yea? Well, not quite. You could have all the best equipment available on the market today, but there’s one thing that could be holding you back from achieving the breadth of speeds available: your NBN connection.  Int...

How do I choose the fastest nbn® plan?

Jump to Jump to Why you won’t get those maximum nbn® speeds Why choosing an ISP matters for nbn® speed Finding the right ISP to deliver fast internet One of the most convenient things about the nbn® is that it neatly arranges the speeds th...

Think like an Aussie: full speed ahead with 5G

There have been big shifts in the Australian telco industry in the past week. Multiple telcos introduced new 5G mobile plans – albeit with capped speeds. This move is unsurprising to those of us watching the mobile space. Arguably, from th...

What should you be looking for in an internet speed test?

If you ever want to know how your internet connection is performing, then a speed test is a good place to start. It will help you confirm if your internet is running slower than normal, and help to diagnose what’s going wrong when somethin...

What speeds can I expect from my internet plan?

Aussie Broadband offers the largest range of nbn® and OptiComm speeds in Australia. Our different speed plans are labelled based on theoretical maximum speeds that can be ordered ...

Service Test options available in MyAussie

Here’s a guide to the tests available to you and a basic outline of what each one does. Here’s a guide to the tests available to you and a basic outline of what each one does. R...

Slow Speeds on FTTB/FTTN?

It’s disappointing to see slower speeds than expected on your connection. Don’t despair! There are several factors that can play into slow speeds.  This guide will help make the i...

Can I get nbn® Home Superfast and Ultrafast speeds or a gigabit plan?

Aussie Broadband’s plans are based on the wholesale speed tiers available to providers. The Home Superfast plan has theoretical maximum download speeds up to 250Mbps (megabits p...

How to run a Ping Test

A ping test is a simple test that can show problems along the network path and is an essential step while troubleshooting speed and connection problems. A ping test is a simple t...

How to report a fault in MyAussie

First, head over to the To report a fault, head to the Once you’ve selected Once you’ve raised the new fault, a member of our team will get in contact with you via MyAussie® to...

How can I get a faster internet plan?

As of May 2021, select nbn® areas have become eligible for a free upgrade to Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) technology. You can check your eligibility on our website to find out...

What factors can affect the speed of my NBN internet connection?

When connected on a service with a higher plan speed, you shouldn't expect that everything you download or stream will always be at the maximum speed of your plan. When connected ...

Improving slow internet speeds

Are you experiencing slow or degraded internet speeds? We have some solutions that may help improve your download or upload speeds. Are you experiencing slow or degraded internet ...

How do I run a speed test?

Need to run a speed test but aren’t sure where to go? Need to run a speed test but aren’t sure where to go? We provide our very own speed test. The bonus to using our test is that...