ACA seeks expressions of interest in
private band management

ACA acting chairman Dr, Bob Horton has announced the possibility of industry, community or other government organisations managing some radiofrequency spectrum bands. The idea is canvassed in a discussion paper
released by the Australian Communications Authority (ACA).

WIA's Glenn Dunstan VK4DU told us this ACA proposal is not intended to be applied to internationally allocated spectrum - such as that used by amateurs.

Dr Horton of ACA said preliminary talks with industry and other government organisations had shown that there was growing interest in the concept of private band management.

"The ACA is interested in views on the concept," he said. "In
particular, we would like to know whether there are people
or organisations interested in becoming private band
managers, which specific bands may be of interest, and
whether the ACA should consider options for a policy
framework to support private band management."

The deadline for written submissions on the proposal is 2 May.

Source: Wireless Institute of Australia

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