Australia’s consumer watchdog is launching an investigation into mobile coverage in regional areas, according to reports in Perth-based outlets. Both sources say the inquiry targets concerns that Australians outside major cities may experience poorer or less consistent mobile service. The investigation is framed as a response to long-running complaints about the availability, quality, and reliability of mobile networks beyond metropolitan areas. While the reports are brief and do not provide extensive detail on scope or timelines, they identify mobile coverage in regional communities as the central issue being examined. The watchdog’s work is expected to focus on assessing whether coverage outcomes match public expectations and regulatory or policy commitments. The reports do not indicate specific findings or outcomes at this stage, only that the inquiry is underway or planned. The watchdog’s probe is presented as part of broader efforts to understand and address gaps in mobile connectivity faced by regional residents.