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Good Afternoon,

The Federal Government is looking to mandate fibre deployments within new housing estates by July 2010.

Today's lead story highlights lessons that need be learned from some existing greenfield fibre implementations - particularly the dangers of carrier lock-in.

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TODAY ON ITNEWS

By Ry Crozier | July 28, 2009

Calls for legislative solution to housing estate lock-in.

By Ry Crozier | July 28, 2009

Eyes second facility in Victoria.

By Ben Grubb | July 28, 2009

Saves 12,000 trees, but interoperability goes begging.

By Brett Winterford | July 28, 2009

Signs deal with FOX SPORTS owner, Premier Media Group.

By Brett Winterford | July 28, 2009

While Swine Flu and ATO dominate Australian search terms.

By Yinka Adegoke | July 28, 2009

More Apple tablet leaks.

By Staff writers | July 28, 2009

Launches own e-waste program.

By Ian Williams | July 28, 2009

Karoo will now issue three written warnings before cutting service.

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