For those of you looking for a 3G solution where coverage is king, Telstra released this yesterday, the 90 day expiry of the bundled data is attractive:

Telstra Pre-Paid Mobile Wi-Fi

With all the gadgets you need to get online these days, connecting them when you're on the go can be a challenge. Telstra Pre-Paid Mobile Wi-Fi is a great way to get all of your Wi-Fi compatible gadgets online when you're out and about. This small, lightweight mobile broadband device shares a fast Next G™ network connection with up to 5 Wi-Fi compatible devices simultaneously. Best of all, it does this all wirelessly so there's no need to take cables with you. It sports a rechargeable battery and provides WI-Fi connectivity for up to 4 hours. So you can access the internet on all your devices at your pad, share internet access with your mates at uni or wherever there is Next G™ network coverage. And because it's Pre-Paid, there's no fixed term contract or minimum monthly spend commitments.
Features include:

  • Portable Wi-Fi hotspot
  • Connects up to 5 devices
  • Rechargeable battery
  • Windows and Mac compatible
  • Active battery life of up to 240 minutes
  • 24 month manufacturer warranty
  • Next G™ network coverage - so you can get online in more places