It would be nice if the Government was upfront and honest about the fact that costs will most probably not be recouped. I think the general public, with the exception of yourself and the other small-Gov types, wouldn't really mind -- they understand that this sort of project couldn't be built by a commercial enterprise because it is too expensive.
But does that mean it shouldn't be built? Should the Government only ever do stuff that is profitable? Should every road be a tollway? Every park have an entry fee? Or should the Government invest in infrastructure that will dramatically increase the opportunities that are available too many people and businesses.
The infrastructure might not be profitable, but the startups that will be able to flourish because of the infrastructures existence will certainly be profitable and create many jobs.
I would have thought that someone as technologically orientated as yourself would see the massive benefits and possibilities of having this sort of infrastructure in place.
Yes, it will cost a lot of money -- but so what? If there's another way, please let us know...
Mat Packer
· 9 months ago
I would pay $200 a month if there was a significantly high download limit, something in the vicinity of 200gb (download only).
Currently I pay $50 a month for 30gb data with Optus, I have an Optus home phone, and we have Foxtel full package (non-HD).
With that high a download I would be able to ditch Foxtel (save $110 / month) in favour of iTunes, Hulu / Boxee, etc. as most of what I watch is either available online now as either a stream or through iTunes.
I would also be able to completely lose the home phone in favour of Skype ($30 / month).
Granted there are costs associated with iTunes and Skype, and not everyone knows how to access Hulu / Boxee outside of Australia, but with the push to have so much more content available online and being able to stream it, I can see it getting pretty close to my current monthly spend.
Tomk
· 9 months ago
Actually, in this household (4 adults - 5 PC's) we have 2 foxtel boxes (one an IQ) and we pay $124 per month. We have thee Internet connections costing a total of 49.95, 29.95 and 29.95 per month. The two boys (18 and 22) regularly get DVDs from Blockbuster About $30 per month. We live in the western suburbs of Sydney and would be considered an average income family.
Without Phone service, we expend $264 per month for data and entertainment alone. I dont see $200 per month CPI indexed over eight years as being outside of the norm.
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It would be nice if the Government was upfront and honest about the fact that costs will most probably not be recouped. I think the general public, with the exception of yourself and the other small-Gov types, wouldn't really mind -- they understand that this sort of project couldn't be built by a commercial enterprise because it is too expensive.
But does that mean it shouldn't be built? Should the Government only ever do stuff that is profitable? Should every road be a tollway? Every park have an entry fee? Or should the Government invest in infrastructure that will dramatically increase the opportunities that are available too many people and businesses.
The infrastructure might not be profitable, but the startups that will be able to flourish because of the infrastructures existence will certainly be profitable and create many jobs.
I would have thought that someone as technologically orientated as yourself would see the massive benefits and possibilities of having this sort of infrastructure in place.
Yes, it will cost a lot of money -- but so what? If there's another way, please let us know...
Currently I pay $50 a month for 30gb data with Optus, I have an Optus home phone, and we have Foxtel full package (non-HD).
With that high a download I would be able to ditch Foxtel (save $110 / month) in favour of iTunes, Hulu / Boxee, etc. as most of what I watch is either available online now as either a stream or through iTunes.
I would also be able to completely lose the home phone in favour of Skype ($30 / month).
Granted there are costs associated with iTunes and Skype, and not everyone knows how to access Hulu / Boxee outside of Australia, but with the push to have so much more content available online and being able to stream it, I can see it getting pretty close to my current monthly spend.
The two boys (18 and 22) regularly get DVDs from Blockbuster About $30 per month.
We live in the western suburbs of Sydney and would be considered an average income family.
Without Phone service, we expend $264 per month for data and entertainment alone. I dont see $200 per month CPI indexed over eight years as being outside of the norm.