On Fri, 27 Feb 2004 19:20:57 -0600, you wrote:

>Just wondering about the "disposable" cellular phones in Australia.
>
>My mom's headed down there in a few days, and she'd like it very
>much to find an inexpensive cellular phone that can be purchased
>at common locations, just to have in case she needs assistance
>while touring.  I know they can be purchased here at gas stations
>and electronics stores and just about anywhere; do similar services
>exist there?
>
>I believe she'll primarily in or near Sydney for most of the trip...

If you already have a phone that has suitable band compatibility, you =
should be able to buy a prepay
SIM card for it to use over there. I think Telstra and Orange operate =
there - have a look on their
websites.=20

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