Internet in Thursday Island, QLD 4875
Internet adoption in Thursday Island is below average — only 65.4% of households reported having an internet connection in the 2021 Census, across 1,084 premises on NULL. This can reflect a mix of affordability challenges, older demographics, or limited awareness of available plans.
Thursday Island has not yet been announced for the NBN FTTP upgrade program. Currently 0% of premises have fibre. NBN Co is progressively rolling out upgrades across Australia.
Thursday Island is neck and neck with Keriri Island for the best internet in the area — both offer strong connectivity. Prince Of Wales trails with 0% FTTP. Either of the top options would serve most households well.
Data last updated March 2026 · Sources: NBN Co, ABS Census, ACCC
"Below average — Thursday Island has low internet adoption across 1,084 premises. Only 65.4% of households are connected."
Est. $69–$89/mo for a family (NBN 100)
Score based on technology type, fibre coverage, upgrade status, and connectivity data. Scale: 1 (poor) to 10 (excellent).
The data above shows suburb-wide averages. Your specific address may have different technology or speeds.
NBN Technology Mix
| Technology | Share |
|---|---|
| Unassigned (NULL) | 81.7% |
| SATELLITE (SATELLITE) | 18.3% |
Speed Expectations by Technology
| Technology | Typical Speed | Max Available |
|---|---|---|
| NULL (81.7%) | Data not available | |
| SATELLITE (18.3%) | Data not available | |
Speed estimates based on national ACCC broadband performance benchmarks, not suburb-specific measurements. Actual speeds depend on your plan, provider, and connection quality.
What Can I Do on This Connection?
Performance in Thursday Island (1,084 premises) depends on the specific connection type with 65.4% of households online
Streaming capability in Thursday Island (1,084 premises) depends on the connection type
Gaming experience in Thursday Island (1,084 premises) depends on the connection type
Multi-device performance in Thursday Island (1,084 premises) depends on the connection type
Video call quality in Thursday Island (1,084 premises) depends on the connection type
Recommended NBN Plans
With Thursday Island's NULL connection, a single user gets reliable speeds at $55-70/mo
For a couple in Thursday Island, NBN 100 at $69-89/mo handles streaming and working from home on NULL
NBN 100 at $69-89/mo keeps Thursday Island families connected across 4+ devices on NULL (NULL caps at NBN 100)
Power users in Thursday Island can push NULL to its limits with NBN 100 at $69-89/mo (NULL caps at NBN 100)
Available tiers depend on your technology type. Prices are estimates based on typical Australian NBN plans (AUD, March 2026). Actual costs vary by provider.
FTTP Upgrade Status
Thursday Island has been announced for the NBN FTTP upgrade program.
0 premises (0%) are eligible for an upgrade from to full fibre (FTTP). Eligible residents can order an FTTP connection through their internet provider at no extra infrastructure cost.
What Can You Do?
If cost is a barrier, several providers offer low-income NBN plans under $30/month. The government's Affordable Connectivity program may also help. Contact your local library or community centre for digital literacy support.
Household Internet Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Households with Internet | 65.4% |
| Households with Broadband | 65.4% |
| Households with No Internet | 22.2% |
| Total Households | 720 |
Household internet data from ABS Census 2016. Actual current connectivity rates may differ.
Compare Nearby Suburbs
| Suburb | Tech Type | FTTP % | Score | Speed Range | Upgrade? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keriri Island, QLD | 0% | 3.5 D+ | Yes | ||
| Horn, QLD | 0.4% | 3.5 D+ | Yes | ||
| Prince Of Wales, QLD | Satellite | 0% | 2.5 D | 12-25 Mbps | Yes |
Best Providers for in Thursday Island
Many of Thursday Island's 1,084 premises aren't connected — affordable plans start under $30/month.
Best satellite NBN provider with dedicated regional support team. They understand the unique challenges of Sky Muster connections. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Thursday Island, this becomes an even stronger choice for 1,084 premises.
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Reliable Sky Muster provider with 4G backup — critical for remote properties where satellite latency and weather outages are common. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Thursday Island, this becomes an even stronger choice for 1,084 premises.
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Satellite broadband specialist with years of Sky Muster experience. Offers flexible data plans tailored to remote usage patterns. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Thursday Island, this becomes an even stronger choice for 1,084 premises.
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Established regional ISP offering competitive Sky Muster plans with data top-up flexibility. Good option for remote households watching costs. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Thursday Island, this becomes an even stronger choice for 1,084 premises.
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Low-Earth orbit satellite delivers 50-200 Mbps with dramatically lower latency than Sky Muster. Best upgrade path for remote properties. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Thursday Island, this becomes an even stronger choice for 1,084 premises.
View Starlink plans →
Dedicated satellite broadband provider with their own Thaicom satellite infrastructure. An alternative to Sky Muster for very remote locations. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Thursday Island, this becomes an even stronger choice for 1,084 premises.
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Budget satellite option with straightforward plans. No-frills approach works well for remote households watching their monthly spend. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Thursday Island, this becomes an even stronger choice for 1,084 premises.
View TPG plans →
Community-owned telco with strong rural credentials. Their Sky Muster plans come with knowledgeable Australian-based support for remote areas. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Thursday Island, this becomes an even stronger choice for 1,084 premises.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What NBN technology type does Thursday Island, QLD have?
The primary NBN technology in Thursday Island is NULL, serving the majority of 1,084 connected premises. The full technology mix is: Satellite (18.3%).
- Is Thursday Island, QLD getting an FTTP upgrade?
As of the latest data, Thursday Island has not been announced for the NBN FTTP upgrade. Currently 0% of premises have FTTP.
- How many households have internet in Thursday Island, QLD?
According to the 2021 Census, 65.4% of 720 households in Thursday Island had internet — roughly 471 households online.
- Should I wait for FTTP in Thursday Island?
Good news — Thursday Island has been announced for the NBN FTTP upgrade. If you're on a contract, consider a shorter-term plan so you can switch to an FTTP plan once the upgrade is available at your address.
- Why is internet slow in Thursday Island, QLD?
Internet in Thursday Island is primarily limited by the connection technology available. The dominant technology is NULL, which has known speed limitations.
- Is Thursday Island better than Keriri Island for internet?
Thursday Island and Keriri Island are tied at 3.5/10. Check your specific address for the most accurate picture.
- What is the cheapest decent plan for Thursday Island?
On NULL in Thursday Island, an NBN 25 plan at $49-60/month covers basic browsing and streaming for 1-2 people. If you need more speed, NBN 50 at $55-70/month is the sweet spot for most households.
About this data
PickNBN compiles data from official Australian government sources to give you an independent picture of internet quality in every suburb. We are not affiliated with any internet provider or NBN Co.
- NBN technology data — per-premises technology type from NBN Co records (via nbn-upgrade-map, MIT licence)
- Speed estimates — national benchmarks from the ACCC Measuring Broadband Australia program. Not suburb-specific measurements.
- Household internet stats — ABS Census 2016 at the suburb level (SSC geography)
- FTTP upgrades — NBN Co's announced fibre upgrade suburbs
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