A connection to the world, delivered by underwater cable, promises to transform Christmas Island

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A new undersea cable from Singapore promises to bring for the first time high-speed, reliable internet to Christmas Island, one of Australia's most remote territories. For young people especially, it's a welcome upgrade.

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