Commerce Commission stories - Page 2
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
ComCom releases draft guidance for unbundled fibre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ComCom has issued draft guidance to clarify enforcement of unbundled fibre access by Chorus and other LFCs, aiming to boost competition and innovation.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.