I’m not suggesting that anyone here try to DIY, @mark_m. Some who had looked into that option just provided much of my information.
That’s the cost with volunteer labour and donated equipment. It’s a starting point for calculation. The final estimate is around twice that. Anybody who tries to charge more than $2,000/km is probably thieving.
The question asked is:
What somebody might try to charge is a different question altogether.
Which is addressed here:
The resources of government are not infinite. Much can be accomplished, but it takes time. Members of communities such as BIRRR have repeatedly shown a willingness to do it themselves. As one of those involved in England’s B4RN commented, basic skills for working with optical fibre are not difficult to master. The Commission should encourage and facilitate. It should not unnecessarily obstruct those who seek to help themselves, but instead assist in any way possible.
As it stands, I view our government and NBN Co as akin to the banks.
