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Who offers the best broadband for gaming? We're about to find out

The finalists of the Broadband Compare awards have been announced in anticipation of the event, set to take place November 2nd 2017.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Sep 2017

Unified Communications

Ultra-fast broadband is coming your way as government invests another $270 million

The government allocates NZD $270 million to extend Ultra-Fast Broadband to 190 more towns and improve rural internet access for 74,000 homes and businesses.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Aug 2017

Unified Communications

New consent regime makes access to ultra-fast broadband easier & faster

This will help us achieve our target of providing up to 85% of New Zealanders with access to fibre by the end of 2024.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Aug 2017

Unified Communications

4.5G might become irrelevant faster than you think: Apple granted license to test 5G networks

Apple accelerates into the 5G future with a licence to test cutting-edge networks, potentially leaving 4.5G in the dust.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 31st Jul 2017

Unified Communications

New telco laws for advanced Internet: Goodie bag or mixed bag?

The government has announced a reform of the telco act that will affect Internet around the country - but is it good news for consumers?.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Jun 2017

Unified Communications

Phase 2 of Ultra-Fast Broadband build underway - who's town is next?

The second phase of the government's Ultra-Fast Broadband initiative is underway, with one South Island town and one North Island town first up.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 12th May 2017

Unified Communications

Hokitika region next to get UFB access in latest rollout

Hokitika chosen as first area to be connected in second phase of Ultra-Fast Broadband initiative, bringing world-class connectivity to the region.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Thu, 11th May 2017

Unified Communications

Orcon & Slingshot offer quick fix for fibre broadband limbo

Orcon and Slingshot unveil 'ADSL While You Wait' to ease Kiwis into fibre-ready homes without the dreaded internet gap.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Feb 2017

Unified Communications

UFB uptake growing steadily, says Govt

Over 1 in 3 NZ homes now enjoy ultra-fast broadband with a 13% surge in the last quarter, according to latest Government figures.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Feb 2017

Customer Relationship Management

Surprise surprise: NZ telcos need to up customer service game

The latest Consumer NZ survey on NZ telcos has revealed Kiwis aren't to happy when it comes to customer service.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd Feb 2017

Unified Communications

What to think about for UFB and your business

I keep hearing about new ultra-fast broadband services, what do I need to think about when upgrading my business? Find out more here.

By Murray Goodman • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Jan 2017

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Unified Communications

When are HSNS tail extensions going to be a thing?

Chorus' HSNS tail extension pricing baffles, hindering easy access to a service with promised high returns for RSPs.

By Brendan Ritchie • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Sep 2017

Unified Communications

Kiwi health group concerned about Govt. rural broadband pledge

The Rural Health Alliance of Aotearoa New Zealand applauds the Govt's NZD $270 million rural broadband investment but urges no extra costs for small towns.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Sep 2017