Optus, Telstra NBN price hikes locked in for July – here’s what’s changing
Key takeaways
- Optus and Telstra will both be raising prices on their two slowest speed plans by $2 to $4 a month from the first week of July.
- Impacted speed tiers include NBN 25 and NBN 50, which are usually suited for smaller households and everyday internet use.
- These changes apply to both new and existing customers, and come off the back of NBN Co raising the wholesale prices it charges internet providers from 1 July.
This probably won't come as a shock, given that providers have been raising NBN prices for a few years now, especially on slower-speed tiers.
We'll break down what's changing with Optus and Telstra, and what it means for you.
But first, a quick reminder: NBN 100 and NBN 500 plans are now often priced the same, even though NBN 500 is up to 5 times faster. Whether you can access it depends on the type of NBN connection at your home.
Optus NBN price changes from
Optus's NBN 25 and NBN 50 plans will become more expensive from 6 July by $2 to $4 a month from 1 July.
The rest of the plans will remain unchanged.
| Plan | Old monthly price | New monthly price | Price difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optus Basic Plan (NBN 25) | $79 | $83 | $4 |
| Optus Everyday Plan (NBN 50) | $95 | $97 | $2 |
| Optus Fast plan (NBN 100 and NBN 500) | $99 | $99 | No change |
| Optus Ultrafast Plan | $129 | $129 | No change |
It's interesting to see how much the price gap has narrowed between its slower and faster speed tiers.
For example, once the changes kick in, the difference between NBN 50 and NBN 100/500 is just $2 a month.
Optus has been steadily raising prices on its NBN 25 and NBN 50 plans. Before July 2024, these plans cost $70 and $85 a month, respectively.
This upcoming increase will be the third hike since then.
Telstra NBN price changes
Telstra's making similar moves by increasing the cost of its NBN 25 and NBN 50 plans.
This is across its internet-only plans and those that come with a modem and home phone line.
It will also increase the price of its premium 5G home internet plan from $85 to $95 a month.
| Plan (internet only) | Old monthly price | New monthly price | Price difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Telstra Basic Plan (NBN 25) | $85 | $89 | $4 |
| Telstra Essential Plan (NBN 50) | $95 | $99 | $4 |
| Telstra Premium Plan (NBN 100 and NBN 500) | $99 | $99 | No change |
| Telstra Ultimate Plan (NBN 750) | $119 | $119 | No change |
| Telstra Ultrafast Plan (NBN 1000) | $129 | $129 | No change |
| Plan (with modem and phone line) | Old monthly price | New monthly price | Price difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Telstra Basic Plan (NBN 25) | $93 | $97 | $4 |
| Telstra Essential Plan (NBN 50) | $109 | $113 | $4 |
| Telstra Premium Plan (NBN 100 and NBN 500) | $113 | $113 | No change |
| Telstra Ultimate Plan (NBN 750) | $129 | $129 | No change |
| Telstra Ultrafast Plan (NBN 1000) | $139 | $139 | No change |
From 1 July, Telstra will only let you sign up to NBN 50 if your connection can't reach download speeds above 70Mbps, and if it can, you'll be moved to NBN 100/500 at the same price.
Like Optus, it has had multiple price hikes across its NBN 25 and NBN 50 plans, which cost $85 and $100, respectively, before July 2024.
It did launch internet-only plans in November last year, though, which come in slightly cheaper and help soften the blow of the price increases.
Why are Optus and Telstra raising NBN prices again?
NBN Co will be implementing new wholesale prices from 1 July.
These are the prices charged to providers, and are increasing by up to $4.
It's then up to providers whether they pass the cost on to customers.
Based on past trends, and with Optus and Telstra already announcing changes, more price rises could be on the way.
So, what can I do now?
This is the season to look for a better internet deal, particularly if you get a price increase notice.
The price gap between slower and faster speed plans has narrowed significantly, so you may be able to get faster internet for a similar price.
Just keep in mind that your connection type determines which speeds you can actually access.
FTTP and HFC connections can access all speed tiers, while FTTC and FTTN are limited to NBN 100 and below.
You can use our address checker to compare plans available at your address if you don't know your connection type.
Or check out some of the current NBN offers below and confirm your address eligibility on the provider's site before signing up.
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