Telegraph
The very first telegraph link between Perth and Fremantle was established by Edmund Stirling and Alexander Canning in 1869. The first transmission took place on June 21st at 3pm.
The telegraph line linked Perth & Adelaide in 1877
Telephones
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Local call charges in Australia are currently (2007) set at 40c for unlimited talk time. STD and ISD are at various rates depending on the time of day.
Some phones ONLY take phone cards and will not take coins. Phone cards are available at most news agencies.
Phone cards are a huge con because they run out after a certain date and you DO NOT get your money back. Be careful to look at the expiration date when purchasing phone cards. |
