Australia news live: Telstra and Optus shut down 3G network; Crisafulli and deputy to form interim cabinet in Queensland

Communications minister urges people to check if they will be affected as 3G network goes dark. Follow the day’s news live

Good morning. Mostafa Rachwani with you today to take you through the day’s news.

We start with 3G as Telstra and Optus begin the process of switching off the network today. The communications minister, Michelle Rowland, has urged all Australians to check if they will be affected and to upgrade their tech if needed.