Network Newstead is the community run free wireless network which covers a large part of central Newstead. The network has been made possible by the generous support of Mount Alexander Shire and Internode.

Network Newstead covers the Newstead RTC, and access points at Dig Cafe and the Newstead Community Centre cover from the butchers to the bridge in Lyons Street. There is also some coverage either side of Lyons Street.

Sessions are limited to 30 minutes.  After this time users are disconnected from the network, but are free to reconnect immediately.