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Geeks on Wheels lands in Dunedin
Unified Communications

Geeks on Wheels lands in Dunedin

Geeks on Wheels has launched in Dunedin in response to increased demand in the area following the rollout of UFB.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 24th May 2016
Case study: How did Ultrafast Fibre solve their communication issues?
Unified Communications

Case study: How did Ultrafast Fibre solve their communication issues?

Ultrafast Fibre were trying to operate in a highly-competitive environment using a legacy phone system from the late 1990s - here's how they fixed it.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 13th May 2016
How do NZ's SMEs really feel about cyber security, connectivity and more?
Unified Communications

How do NZ's SMEs really feel about cyber security, connectivity and more?

NZ SMEs grow wary of cyber threats, with 70% voicing concerns over security—up 10% in six months—MYOB survey discloses a shift toward digital savviness.

By Catherine Knowles • 7 min read • Wed, 27th Apr 2016
Rolleston leading the pack in UFB adoption
Unified Communications

Rolleston leading the pack in UFB adoption

Rolleston sets the pace with over 50% Ultra-Fast Broadband uptake, outstripping national average and embodying 'town of the future' vision.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Apr 2016
Fibre unbundling will unlock full potential of UFB, says Vodafone
Unified Communications

Fibre unbundling will unlock full potential of UFB, says Vodafone

Vodafone is welcoming confirmation from the Government that the promise to open fibre networks to increased competition will remain.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Apr 2016
Hamilton's $85 million UFB build comes to an end
Unified Communications

Hamilton's $85 million UFB build comes to an end

Hamilton's major £85m UFB project concludes, weaving cutting-edge broadband across 63,000 premises, expediting local digital connectivity.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Apr 2016
Further changes to speed up apartment UFB connections
Unified Communications

Further changes to speed up apartment UFB connections

Government announces reforms to speed up UFB connections for apartment dwellers. Changes aim to make it easier for residents to access UFB.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Apr 2016
Broadbandmap.nz: What technologies can you access?
Unified Communications

Broadbandmap.nz: What technologies can you access?

With the NZ UFB roll out making great headway, interest in what broadband technology you can get has never been stronger.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Apr 2016
Hamilton businesses encouraged to make the most of UFB
Unified Communications

Hamilton businesses encouraged to make the most of UFB

Hamilton businesses are being encouraged to make the most of the opportunities presented by the completion of the city's UFB network.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Apr 2016
It's official: Tauranga is all fibred up
Unified Communications

It's official: Tauranga is all fibred up

Tauranga becomes fifteenth urban area to complete Ultra-Fast Broadband rollout, with high uptake and investment of $75 million. #UFB.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Mar 2016
NZ's fastest growing city encouraged to utilise UFB
Unified Communications

NZ's fastest growing city encouraged to utilise UFB

Mayor Stuart Crosby urges Tauranga residents and businesses to harness Ultra-Fast Broadband to maximise opportunities as the city continues rapid growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Mar 2016
UFB demand strong, says Amy Adams
Unified Communications

UFB demand strong, says Amy Adams

One in five of New Zealand's eligible households, schools and businesses have connected to ultra fast broadband, says government.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Mar 2016

Stories from Other Regions

Ultra Fast Broadband (UFB) stories

Waiuku 17th New Zealand town to get ultra fast broadband
Unified Communications

Waiuku 17th New Zealand town to get ultra fast broadband

The ultra-fast-broadband (UFB) installation complete in the Waikato town of Waiuku, potentially connecting over 3628 homes, schools & businesses.

By Sara Barker • 1 min read • Thu, 19th May 2016
It's official: 1.2 million Kiwis now have access to faster internet
Unified Communications

It's official: 1.2 million Kiwis now have access to faster internet

Over 1.2 million New Zealanders can now connect to faster internet, thanks to Ultra-Fast Broadband and Rural Broadband Initiative rollouts.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 12th May 2016
Kordia speaks out against Chorus and NZ Telco infrastructure
Unified Communications

Kordia speaks out against Chorus and NZ Telco infrastructure

Investment in New Zealand's telecommunications industry drives innovation and benefits consumers, but recent changes may threaten competition and innovation.

By Aaron Olphert • 6 min read • Fri, 29th Apr 2016
Kiwis transfer their millionth mobile number
Unified Communications

Kiwis transfer their millionth mobile number

Over 1 million mobile phone numbers have been transferred between operators since NZ introduced number porting in 2007.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Apr 2016
Chorus pushing away business with security review
Gaming

Chorus pushing away business with security review

I had heard some rumblings about Chorus reviewing its financial security arrangements, asking for double the usual amount - today they did just that.

By Brendan Ritchie • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Mar 2016
UFB 'game changer' for Kiwi school
EduTech

UFB 'game changer' for Kiwi school

Hamilton's Southwell School hails UFB as a catalyst for innovative learning, showcasing its tech strides at 'Beyond Broadband' event.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Mar 2016