Google recently announced the "Australia Connect" initiative, a major project aimed at enhancing digital communication and internet resilience across Australia and the broader Indo-Pacific region. This initiative will create the largest undersea cable network in the world, with two main components: the Bosun submarine cable and an interlink cable system. The Bosun cable will connect Darwin to Christmas Island and Singapore, while the interlink will link Melbourne, Perth, and Christmas Island, facilitating connections between the U.S. and Asia via Australia.

This project is a collaborative effort involving Google and Australian companies Vocus, NEXTDC, and Subco, supported by local and national governments. It builds upon Google's earlier Pacific Connect initiative, enhancing connectivity and infrastructure for the region. Christmas Island plays a strategic role due to its proximity to Southeast Asia.

Australia Connect will support faster and more stable internet, with lower latency for users. The infrastructure will integrate with other cable systems, such as Honomoana and Tabua, boosting Australia's connectivity to global networks. The project aligns with Google's broader commitment to digital infrastructure in Australia, which includes investments in local partnerships and research.

The exact timeline for completion remains undisclosed, but this initiative represents a significant step toward digital transformation in the region​