In order to help Australians make informed choices when it comes to the NBN™, Westnet was amongst the first Internet Service Providers to follow recommendations from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) to advertise typical evening speeds for NBN™.
These speeds measure the typical download speeds nationwide between 7PM to 11PM (local time). This is when the network is busiest and performance issues such as congestion are the most likely to occur, so measuring speeds during this period provides more realistic information about the speeds you can expect to experience on the NBN™.
As of 11 November 2020, Westnet advertises the following speeds for NBN™ FTTP, FTTB, FTTN, FTTC & HFC services:
^ NBN FTTP & HFC only. Estimated speeds for these new plans will be revised once iiNet has collected enough performance data. A high speed modem is required.
If you already have Westnet NBN™, you can view available plans and make the switch in MyAccount. Alternatively, give us a call on 13 19 60 and we'll be happy to help.
Please note that not all speed options are available on all NBN™ technologies.
Speed | Advice about choosing this speed |
Basic (NBN12) |
For basic internet use such as web browsing and email. |
Standard (NBN25) |
For small households and those with light entertainment needs. |
Standard Plus (NBN50) |
Recommended for quality streaming or households with multiple devices/users. |
Premium (NBN100) |
Ideal for entertainment lovers and online gamers. |
Premium (NBN250) | Recommended for large households and connoisseurs who want the smoothest 4K streaming. |
Premium (NBN Ultrafast) | Our best available NBN™ connection for heavy duty users and small businesses. |
Different NBN™ technologies have different speed abilities, and the NBN™ plan you select may have different speed options available.
General factors affecting all technologies
In addition to the general factors that can affect all broadband speeds, the specific factors below may affect the actual speed experienced on your NBN™ service.
Technology Type | Available speed options |
Specific factors affecting certain technologies |
FTTP Fibre to the Premises |
Basic Standard Standard Plus Premium |
N/A |
FTTB/N/C Fibre to the Building/Node/Curb |
Basic Standard Standard Plus Premium |
Length copper line from your premises to the NBN™ hub (typically in the basement of your building). Weather conditions that may impact the copper. Quality of copper line in your building, including overall length, condition and joins. FTTB/N only: Slower performance while network coexists with legacy non-NBN™ services. |
HFC Hybrid Fibre Coaxial |
Basic Standard Standard Plus Premium |
N/A |
Wireless | Basic Standard |
Weather conditions like extreme heat and rain. Signal strength or obstruction of the antenna’s line of sight to the tower. |
Long Term Satellite Service (LTSS) | Basic Standard |
Weather conditions (either at premises or base station location)
Satellite congestion. Obstruction of the dish’s line of sight (weather conditions). |