Established in 2004, VERNet Pty Ltd designed and developed a fibre optic network for the Education and Research sectors of Victoria called the Victorian Education and Research Network (VERN). We are responsible for procuring and managing the network’s fibre, equipment and services. The VERN is a collaborative investment of all Victorian Universities.

Our Customers

Our customers are the Victorian Universities, research organisations, hospitals and other health providers, schools, TAFEs and other community and Government organisations. Please refer to the case studies for specific examples of how VERNet has helped organisations to solve business problems and deliver beneficial outcomes.

Our People

Our dedicated staff have experience in engineering, fibre optic infrastructure, telecommunications, investment evaluation, customer relations, project management and procurement with experience in both public and private sectors.

Our Network

Over the last 14 years, we have procured and deployed over 2,300km of optical fibre across metropolitan and regional Victoria - that is nearly 10 times the length of the Yarra River from its source in the Yarra Ranges to where it empties at Port Philip Bay. The network connects over 300 customer sites to each other as well as to national and international broadband networks. 

As our customer base grows and require increased capacity, we will be expanding and upgrading our network.

Providing Value to Shareholders and Customers

We deliver a cost-effective, fast and reliable network to our shareholders and customers. We help them to increase the capacity of their networks, expand their reach, deliver digital services and lower their telecommunication costs. 

The VERN is a long-term investment in reliable and resilient infrastructure for the ongoing benefit of all Victorians.