The free NBN upgrade that could save you $120
Many Aussie households are unaware that they are eligible for an NBN upgrade and those with standard (25Mbps) plans could save an average of $120 a year according to whistleout.com.au.
Last year, NBN changed its wholesaling pricing, making the 50-speed plan the same price as the standard plan.
Whistleout.com.au said, “We would strongly recommend that any NBN users currently on a 25 plan contact their provider to request a free upgrade to [a 50 Mbps speed], since 50 plans are now being sold at 25 prices. Some carriers are already offering this, but if you don’t ask you might not get it.”
Trevor from 9Saver has shared a template letter that those who are on the Standard NBN 25Mbps plan can use to secure their free upgrade:
"Dear Internet Service Provider
Given NBN Co is now charging internet service providers the same for NBN 50 plans as it is for NBN 25 plans, I would like to request an upgrade to the higher speed.
If my internet service provider is paying the same for a higher-speed connection, then as an existing customer I should receive the same deal.
I would prefer not to enter a long-term contract because NBN pricing is likely to change again in April so I want to keep my options open.
Yours Sincerely, Your name here
Account # your account number here"
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