Telstra mobile prices are going up AGAIN – here’s how to pay less
Telstra is raising prices on its prepaid and postpaid mobile plans, as well as mobile broadband. Its sub-brands, Belong and Boost Mobile, will be following suit too.
The price changes will take place on 5 May 2026. Here's a look at how much more you'll have to pay.
Telstra price changes on postpaid plans
Most Telstra postpaid plans are going up by $4 a month.
This is the second price hike in less than 12 months. Last year in July, it bumped up prices on its Basic and Essential plans by $5 a month.
| Plan | Old pricing | New pricing |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | $50 a month for 5GB | $55 a month for 5GB |
| Basic | $70 a month for 50GB | $74 a month for 50GB |
| Essential | $80 a month for 180GB | $84 a month for 180GB |
| Premium | $99 a month for 300GB | No change |
| Mobile Bundle | $57 a month for 25GB | $61 a month for 25GB |
Its eSIM smartwatch plan will also increase from $5 to $8 a month.
Telstra price changes on prepaid plans
These plans are going up by $2 to $5, but you're also getting more data in return.
| Plan | Old pricing | New pricing |
|---|---|---|
| 7-day expiry | $13 for 3GB | $15 for 4GB |
| 28-day expiry | $39 for 15GB | $44 for 20GB |
| 28-day expiry | $49 for 25GB | $54 for 35GB |
| 28-day expiry | $59 for 35GB | $64 for 45GB |
| 28-day expiry | $69 for 70GB | $74 for 80GB |
| 6-month plan | $180 for 70GB | $200 for 80GB |
| 12-month plan | $350 for 165GB | $395 for 180GB |
Telstra will also be introducing a new Access plan.
It'll come with 5GB of data and capped speeds of 5Mbps download and 3Mbps upload, which will be enough for very basic activities like messaging on WhatsApp, checking emails and light web browsing.
If you use up your data, your download speed will slow right down to 1.5Mbps.
Telstra hasn't shared pricing details just yet.
It will also launch a 10% seniors' discount on most of its postpaid plans from 1 July. You'll need an eligible concession card to get the discount.
Separately, Telstra's mobile broadband plans will increase by around $3 a month.
Belong's also raising mobile plan prices
The Telstra-owned telco will be increasing its prices by $4 a month from 5 May.
| Plan | Old pricing | New pricing |
|---|---|---|
| 25GB | $30 | $34 |
| 40GB | $35 | $39 |
| 100GB | $45 | $49 |
| 160GB | $55 | $59 |
Boost Mobile price changes
Similar to Telstra and Belong, Boost Mobile will also be making price changes from 5 May across most plans.
| Plan | Old pricing | New pricing |
|---|---|---|
| 7-day expiry | $13 for 3GB | $15 for 4GB |
| 28-day expiry | $39 for 15GB | $44 for 20GB |
| 28-day expiry | $49 for 25GB | $54 for 35GB |
| 28-day expiry | $59 for 35GB | $64 for 45GB |
| 28-day expiry | $69 for 70GB | $74 for 80GB |
| 6-month plan | $180 for 70GB | $200 for 80GB |
| 12-month plan | $350 for 165GB | $395 for 180GB |
There'll be no changes to the $300 for 240GB or $365 for 365GB plans. In fact, the latter will now come with new inclusions for international calls and texts.
So, how do you save on your mobile plan amid the price hikes?
The best thing you can do is shop around and take advantage of special offers. Here's a look at some plans to get you started.
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