Ultra Fast Broadband (UFB) stories - Page 8
Can 2degrees block the 4G spectrum sale to Vodafone, Telecom?
Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
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2degrees urges Commerce Commission to block 4G spectrum sale to rivals Vodafone and Telecom, fearing stifled competition.
Govt: Negative copper pricing comments no surprise
Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
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Govt shrugs off criticism on copper pricing, with no parliamentary support expected. Amy Adams eyes non-legislative routes amidst challenges.
Vodafone calls on Chorus to speed up UFB talks
Thu, 28th Nov 2013
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Vodafone has issued its disappointment that Chorus has suspended its scheduled Dialogue Briefing around new, faster fibre services.
Schools to become digital hubs
Mon, 18th Nov 2013
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Schools with ultra-fast broadband will soon be able to share their fibre connections with their local communities.
Labour calls for 'international expert' to assess Chorus financial probe
Thu, 14th Nov 2013
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An international expert should be brought in to conduct the independent assessment of Chorus' financial position, according to opposition party Labour.
Govt to assess Chorus' financial position ahead of UFB roll-out
Thu, 7th Nov 2013
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New Zealand government commissions independent assessment of Chorus' financial position and capability to deliver on contracts.
Telecom launches free 4G across big 3 cities
Mon, 7th Oct 2013
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Telco will launch 4G in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch next month - available to both prepaid and pay- monthly customers at no additional cost.
Telecom to buy 700MHz spectrum amid 4G expansion
Mon, 7th Oct 2013
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Telecom gears up for 4G expansion, bidding for 700MHz spectrum to enhance rural connectivity and bolster its network.
Vodafone unveils UFB TV service
Fri, 4th Oct 2013
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digital entertainment
Vodafone has today unveiled New Zealand's first, and only, full TV service using the new ultra fast broadband network.
Vodafone and Ciena link major metro areas
Fri, 20th Sep 2013
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Vodafone NZ and Ciena have expanded their network to provide low-latency capacity between Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.
Govt issues $15m support for telco cable
Fri, 20th Sep 2013
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Amy Adams calls for expressions of interest from companies who are considering building a new international telecommunications cable between ANZ and the US.
Students and schools could be affected by 'copper tax'
Mon, 16th Sep 2013
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schools
New Zealand schools and students could face steep internet costs as proposed 'copper tax' may shift NZD $600 million to broadband provider, Chorus.
UFB without contract on offer for schools
Tue, 10th Sep 2013
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schools
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Telecommunications company CallPlus is offering New Zealand schools a zero term contract for ultra-fast broadband (UFB).
Is the govt shutting down more bad broadband news?
Mon, 9th Sep 2013
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Labour accuses govt of concealing poor broadband roll-out progress, as subcontractors face millions in unpaid work.
2talk walks the walk with 'good honest' broadband
Wed, 28th Aug 2013
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Customers can now add 2talk broadband to voice plans by ordering through 2talk live, with broadband now available as ADSL, VDSL, UFB (Auckland only) or HSNS.
Distributor device keeps UFB users going in the dark
Thu, 22nd Aug 2013
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New Zealand distributor Maser has launched a device capable of keeping UFB customers connected through power outages.
Vodafone changes ad? That's a lie, Telecom
Tue, 13th Aug 2013
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digital entertainment
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Vodafone's SuperNet advertising campaign will continue unchanged despite Telecom dropping its court case seeking an injunction today.
Govt beats targets as 300,000 Kiwis access UFB
Fri, 9th Aug 2013
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NZ's government surpasses broadband rollout targets, providing 300,000 Kiwis access to ultra-fast internet services.
Slingshot CEO shoots down Govt telco plans
Thu, 8th Aug 2013
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Slingshot CEO Mark Callander questions government's high copper pricing plans, believing Kiwis are being treated unfairly by bearing the cost. Do you agree?.
Vodafone calls for greater aspiration in regulatory review
Wed, 7th Aug 2013
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Telco believes the outcomes from the telecommunications regulatory review needs to be more aspirational for New Zealanders to accelerate our digital future.