Australian government to separate Telstra

Telstra will be structurally separated under reforms announced today by the Australian government.

Telstra was one of the world’s most highly integrated telcos, operating fixed-line copper, cable access and mobile networks. It also owns 50% of the country’s biggest cable TV operator, Foxtel.

The bill would require that Telstra conduct its network operations and wholesale functions at arm’s length and that it offers equal terms to its retail and wholesale customers.

source: telecomasia.net