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UFB draft released to the public
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UFB draft released to the public

TCF unveils draft standards for New Zealand's ultra fast broadband, paving the way for a high-speed, future-proof network. Public feedback sought.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 18th Aug 2010
Telecom board member to resign in September
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Telecom board member to resign in September

Rod McGeoch to retire from Telecom's board in September, after over 9 years, amidst the firm's pivotal industry changes.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 10th Aug 2010
Orcon, Compass and CallPlus strike alliance
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Orcon, Compass and CallPlus strike alliance

Orcon, CallPlus, and Compass team up to enhance unbundled services across New Zealand, allowing customers broader access to each other's networks.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 25th May 2010
How to remain a first world country
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How to remain a first world country

NZ aims to catch up with Australia, focusing on water, broadband, and fostering big intellectual companies to secure its first-world status.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sat, 1st May 2010
Is the TCF a Big Boys Club?
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Is the TCF a Big Boys Club?

There have been a number of opinions expressed lately, by people who are outside the TCF; that the TCF is no more than a mechanism for the Tier 1 members.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sat, 1st May 2010
Unencumbered networks
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Unencumbered networks

Story and interview with Robin Hartendorp, GM for Central Government of SparkDigital and is responsible for delivering a high level of service.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Thu, 1st Apr 2010
Surviving the winter
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Surviving the winter

As winter chills bite, contact centres like Mercury Energy brace for a surge in calls and employee absenteeism, revealing a crucial focus on staff wellness.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 1st Apr 2010
On the front line of connectivity
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On the front line of connectivity

How are councils using technology, and connecting their citizens? Louis van Wyk takes a look at the local government sector.

By Staff Writer • 9 min read • Thu, 1st Apr 2010

Stories from Other Regions

Ultra Fast Broadband (UFB) stories

NZ's fibre-enabled future
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NZ's fibre-enabled future

New Zealand's fibre future looks bright, with the NZRFG ensuring ultra-fast networks reach Kiwis nationwide. Economic leaps are expected as access expands.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 1st Oct 2010
Data caps to remain 'for some time'
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Data caps to remain 'for some time'

NZ's data caps set to stay, says former Telecom CTO at Huawei summit, citing the country's isolation and small population as key factors.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Sep 2010
Joyce: Public needs to see the benefits of UFB
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Joyce: Public needs to see the benefits of UFB

Communications Minister Steven Joyce tells Huawei technology summit that the benefits of UFB need to be publicised.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 17th Sep 2010
Enable pitches for home fibre deal
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Enable pitches for home fibre deal

Christchurch's Enable Networks has bid to extend its fibre optic network to all city homes, building on their success with local businesses.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Aug 2010
Crown Fibre seeks refined proposals
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Crown Fibre seeks refined proposals

Crown Fibre Holdings calls for refined bids for its Ultra-Fast Broadband initiative following feedback, aiming for better outcomes.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 5th Jul 2010
Minister revises Ultra-Fast Broadband tender
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Minister revises Ultra-Fast Broadband tender

Communications Minister Steven Joyce revises UFB tender, aiming to enhance local fibre companies' business models and attract more private investment.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Jul 2010
Strong response to $300m rural bb plan
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Strong response to $300m rural bb plan

The NZ government's USD $300m Rural Broadband Initiative sparks strong interest, with 39 bids from domestic and international suppliers.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Jun 2010
America's Cup chief and Jade boss join Enable
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America's Cup chief and Jade boss join Enable

Craig Richardson of Jade Software and ex-Luna Rossa's Anthony Romano join Enable Networks' board, replacing key directors amid broadband expansion.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Apr 2010
Crown fibre to shortlist in a month
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Crown fibre to shortlist in a month

Crown Fibre Holdings will reveal a shortlist of potential partners for New Zealand's UltraFast Broadband project next month, says Chairman Simon Allen.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 18th Feb 2010
Fibre in the ground this year
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Fibre in the ground this year

Prime Minister John Key is promising that physical work will<br />have begun on the Government's Ultra Fast Broadband plan by the end of the<br />year.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 9th Feb 2010