5 ways you can use a faster internet plan in 2025
Thinking you should upgrade to a faster internet plan? Southern Phone may be able to help.
Sponsored by Southern Phone. Get the new nbn Fast X plan, running on the nbn® 500 speed tier for $75/mth for the first 12 months, then $89/mth*. Typical busy period speeds (7pm-11pm) will be provided when available. To learn more, visit the Southern Phone website today. Available till November 10, 2025.
This September, nbn co. has increased the speed on three of the fastest plans - nbn Fast, nbn Superfast and nbn Ultrafast - for FTTP and HFC connections.
So it's the perfect time to look for a new deal on a plan!
🛜 Until November 10 2025, Southern Phone is offering its new nbn Fast X plan for $75/month for the first 12 months.*
⚡ This plan runs on the new nbn500 speed tier, allowing for unprecedented speed at an affordable price!
📝 There are also a range of other plans to choose from – you can find the complete selection on the Southern Phone website.
But right now, let's take a look at how you can use this enhanced speed at home!
1. Get a plan that supports multiple devices
These days, virtually every device has some form of online feature that requires Wi-Fi connectivity.
There are the big, obvious ones like computers, laptops and consoles. But then you've also got tablets, TVs, home appliances and even kid's toys!
With so many devices hooked into your router, it can slow your internet to a crawl.
So it's important to look for a high-speed plan and an up-to-date modem. You can find a range of plans that include both these with Southern Phone.
This can help enhance your connectivity across your devices.
2. Sort out your WFH setup
Speedy internet is critical when you're working from home.
Running cloud-based programs, sending files and taking video calls all require high-speed internet.
Depending on how often you work from home or the sort of work you do, you can find a range of plans to offer the speed you need.
So if you've been putting off making the upgrade, now is the perfect time.
Congratulations, Southern Phone!
Southern Phone nbn plans were highly recognised in the 2025 Finder Awards.
- Highly commended, Best Everyday Use NBN Provider
- Highly commended, Best Budget NBN Provider
- Highly commended, Best Superfast Speeds NBN Provider
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3. Help the kids study
The modern classroom is a long way from chalkboards and textbooks.
Today's school is a multimedia experience, and that extends to homework as well.
So to take full advantage of your children's learning opportunities, you need to make sure they have fast internet in place.
With end-of-year exams creeping up, an investment in faster internet with a provider like Southern Phone can also be an investment in your kids' education.
4. Lock in an epic gaming sesh
There's one enemy of online gaming bigger than any boss battle – lag!
Level up your connection with a faster internet plan to reduce lag caused by bandwidth congestion and help keep your gameplay steady.
Plus, faster speeds can also enable quicker downloads for patches and DLC.
So don't get stuck at the loading screen any longer.
Check out the new plans available thanks to the nbn speed upgrade and discover just how much more effectively you can pwn n00bs.
5. Catch up with the latest streaming sensations
With so many great streaming services available in Australia at the moment (both free and paid!), we're living in a great time for digital media.
But if you really want to take advantage of it, it's essential to have a high-speed and reliable internet connection.
So why not ditch the buffering and enjoy the newest shows in crisp 4K?
With a range of new speed options available from Southern Phone, it's an ideal time enjoy the latest and greatest in entertainment.
Learn more about getting online with Southern Phone today
Sponsored by Southern Phone. Get the new nbn Fast X plan, running on the nbn® 500 speed tier for $75/mth for the first 12 months, then $89/mth*. Typical busy period speeds (7pm-11pm) will be provided when available. To learn more, visit the Southern Phone website today. Available till November 10, 2025.
*For new nbn connections (including movers) only. nbn Fast X is only available for FTTP and HFC connections. Typical busy period speeds (7pm-11pm) will be provided when available. Offer ends 10 November 2025, unless varied by Southern Phone. Fair Use Policy and T&Cs apply.
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