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Commerce Commission moves to address rising telecommunications sector complaints

Mon, 2nd Nov 2020
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The Commerce Commission is asking for views on what telecommunications providers could be doing better to address increasing complaints about the sector.
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Commerce Commission confirms approach to enforcing telco obligations

Fri, 2nd Oct 2020
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Commerce Commission releases guidance on monitoring and enforcing obligations of telecom operators to offer wholesale services on non-discriminatory basis.
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Commerce Commission tells telcos to improve consumer choice

Wed, 23rd Sep 2020
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New Zealand's Commerce Commission has urged mobile operators to provide more comparison information to consumers.
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Commerce Commission unveils proposed approach to fibre regulation

Wed, 16th Sep 2020
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New Zealand's Commerce Commission has outlined its proposed process and approach to regulate fibre access services.
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ComCom seeks feedback on Mobile Access Termination Service

Thu, 11th Jun 2020
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Commerce Commission seeks feedback on draft review of Mobile Access Termination Service, which recommends continued regulation.
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ComCom warns Becextech for breaches against Fair Trading Act

Thu, 28th May 2020
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The Commerce Commission has warned Becextech for misleading New Zealand consumers, selling refurbished phones as new, and making false discount claims.
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NZ's copper and fibre networks held up despite increased demand during lockdown

Fri, 22nd May 2020
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New Zealand's copper and fibre broadband connections held up well during the COVID-19 lockdown, despite increased levels of demand on the networks.
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ComCom releases draft guidance for unbundled fibre

Tue, 10th Mar 2020
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ComCom has issued draft guidance to clarify enforcement of unbundled fibre access by Chorus and other LFCs, aiming to boost competition and innovation.
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NZ mobile market in 'good shape', Commerce Commission claims

Fri, 27th Sep 2019
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New Zealand's mobile market in 'good shape' as competitive environment benefits consumers, says Commerce Commission.
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Testing begins at Vodafone's first 5G site in Christchurch

Thu, 26th Sep 2019
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The new 4G cell site will increase the area's access to communication services, with boosted mobile phone reception and data speeds faster than 3G.
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Commerce Commission seeks to upgrade NZ's emergency calling code

Fri, 13th Sep 2019
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New Zealand regulator proposes rules to protect consumers during power cuts as country shifts to new telecom technologies.
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Telcos in the hot seat after ComCom lays charges

Fri, 19th Jul 2019
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The Commerce Commission charges CallPlus, Flip, and Orcon with 13 counts of false invoicing, claiming they billed customers past contract termination dates.
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ComCom wants to know what you think of your phone and broadband service

Tue, 25th Jun 2019
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The Commerce Commission wants your feedback on telco services following new Telecommunications Act changes aimed at enhancing service quality.
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Vodafone, Vocus welcome Com Com scrutiny on unbundled broadband

Fri, 21st Jun 2019
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The Commerce Commission's scrutiny on unbundled broadband pricing is a step in the right direction, according to Vocus Group and Vodafone.
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NZ's broadband is reliable enough to stream video, says ComCom study

Thu, 13th Jun 2019
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New Zealand's broadband services are holding their own when it comes to deliver video streaming services like Netflix and YouTube.
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Telco backhaul services: ComCom says no further intervention required

Tue, 11th Jun 2019
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Backhaul services in New Zealand do not require further regulatory intervention, according to the Commerce Commission.
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MyRepublic in hot water over levy requirements

Mon, 10th Jun 2019
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The Commerce Commission has formally warned MyRepublic for not meeting TDL obligations, crucial for vital telecom services, impacting levy distributions.
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What the future of fibre looks like in NZ

Tue, 21st May 2019
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Commerce Commission plans new fibre network rules, ensuring fair pricing and quality service for NZ consumers.
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Slingshot warned for misleading discount claims

Thu, 28th Mar 2019
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Slingshot faces a warning from the Commerce Commission, accused of misleading customers about a 10% discount for bundling broadband and electricity services.
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Vector penalised $3.5 million for excessive levels of power outages

Mon, 25th Mar 2019
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Auckland's Vector Limited has been fined $3.575m for excessive power outages, breaching network quality standards.