Applications for funding were open until 30 November. On 18 June 2007, in the lead up to a federal election, OPEL Networks was announced as the sole successful bidder, receiving the entire $600 million in funding under the program, as well as an additional allocation of $358 million.
Funding applications remained open until 30 November. Ahead of a federal election on 18 June 2007, OPEL Networks emerged as the only successful contender, securing the full $600 million allocated to the program, plus an extra $358 million.