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New Zealand telcos to offer essential modem and phone repairs via 'no-contact' collection as lockdown starts, ensuring connectivity during alert level four.

Kiwis are urged to prepare home networks for potential congestion as data demand is set to surge during New Zealand's COVID-19 lockdown.

ComCom has issued draft guidance to clarify enforcement of unbundled fibre access by Chorus and other LFCs, aiming to boost competition and innovation.

Spark and Samsung have been working on network innovation since last year, starting with 5G trials throughout the country.

The government has announced plans to auction short-term rights to the 3.5GHz 5G spectrum from mid-2020 to October 2022, fostering innovation and competition.

Mark Jurgeleit, CCL's current network services general manager, will set up the network services division as a new business called Octave.

Spark has committed to delivering New Zealand's first 5G commercial service into the five heartland communities of Westport, Clyde, Twizel, Tekapo and Hokitika.

Ana Wight joins Spark as a future director under its programme, bringing 12 years of experience from Vend, McKinsey, and Microsoft.

Spark will deliver 5G wireless broadband into five more South Island locations before Christmas, followed by other heartland communities from March 2020.

Finalists for the 2019 Broadband Compare TUANZ Awards have been announced, showcasing the best of the broadband industry in New Zealand.

New Zealand's mobile market in 'good shape' as competitive environment benefits consumers, says Commerce Commission.

Spark has launched 5G in Central Otago's Alexandra, aiming to enhance network capacity by 80% and expand to five more towns by Christmas.

The new store will be an 'immersive retail experience' - something customers can't experience when shopping online.

The telco's continued improved performance was founded on a clear strategy with strong execution and greater customer focus.

Although Spark says it is not aware of any fire incidents or harm caused as a result of the defects, the company is recalling all devices immediately.

Vocus criticises Commerce Commission for considering mobile market healthy and claims NZ MVNOs aren't working.

The study found indicators such as pricing, coverage and choice of mobile services were trending in a positive direction for consumers.

Chief executives from New Zealand's largest internet providers have jumped on board with the Christchurch Call to Action.

NZ's Spark was named the Australia/New Zealand Partner of the Year, while Telstra took the top honour for APAC.

Three of New Zealand's largest ISPs urge Facebook, Twitter, and Google to discuss solutions for preventing the spread of violent content online.