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Broadband stories - Page 28

In two words, Broadband is a fast connection. To the internet, of course. While ‘fast’ isn’t generally defined as it is a moving target (what was considered fast 5 years ago isn’t considered fast today), Broadband generally refers to the fastest available consumer connections regardless of technology type. Wireless networks or fibre networks are equally described as ‘Broadband connections’, often prefixed as ‘wireless Broadband’ or ‘Fibre Broadband’. The name derives from the broad array of technologies available for the creation of a high-capacity internet connection.
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Hamilton's Ultrafast Fibre takes out Deloitte Fast 50 award
Wed, 7th Oct 2015
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The Hamilton-based fibre company took out the Deloitte Fast 50 Regional Award for Fastest Growing Technology Business in the Central North Island.
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99% of Kiwis to have 50Mbps connectivity by 2025
Tue, 6th Oct 2015
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The New Zealand government has unveiled plans which will see 99% of Kiwis with 50Mbps peak connectivity by 2025, with 10Mbps for the remainder.
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Tuanz sets ambitious goal for Kiwi business digital tech use
Tue, 6th Oct 2015
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Tuanz has set itself the bold goal of making sure that New Zealand is among the top 10 countries for digital technology business use by 2020.
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Need for speed: NZ pulls ahead of Australia in internet speeds
Mon, 28th Sep 2015
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New Zealand’s average internet connection speeds are slowly inching their way upwards, while our broadband penetration has also taken a leap forward.
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Ruapehu makes a play for second broadband investment round
Mon, 28th Sep 2015
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Ruapehu submits plan to government to be included in next broadband and mobile investment round. Council highlights benefits of inclusion.
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Are retail broadband prices set to drop further?
Thu, 24th Sep 2015
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Despite hopes, NZ and AU broadband prices unlikely to fall, as market hits cost floor and ISPs face narrow margins.
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NBN launches FTTN, promises 'very high speeds' still achieveable
Mon, 21st Sep 2015
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The NBN has launched its commercial fibre to the node product, saying ‘most’ end-users on the trial got wholesale speeds of 100Mbps download.
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Tasman district moves ahead with broadband funding application
Mon, 21st Sep 2015
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The Tasman District Council has submitted its Digital Enablement Planas part of its application for Government broadband funding.
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Streaming movies made easy - get your free subscription now
Fri, 18th Sep 2015
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Discover unlimited streaming with Quickflix's one-month free trial, plus a bonus £10 credit for premium content – sign up now!.
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NZ First calls out government on rural broadband in Southland
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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While the government claims its Rural Broadband Initiative is a success in Southland, their two local MPs say it’s a failure, according to NZ First.
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Government dragging its heels with Kiwi internet problems
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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Labour criticises National for delaying rural broadband improvements, saying the wait leaves rural New Zealand with inadequate internet for years.
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Telstra takes on $30 million NT co-investment project
Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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Telstra inks a $30 million co-investment deal with the Northern Territory Government to provide broadband and 3G mobile to remote NT locations.
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Central Otago towns make Government's UFB list
Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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Wanaka, Lake Hawea, Alexandra, Cromwell and Clyde are among about 110 towns identified as potential areas for inclusion for UFB expansion.
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Coromandel towns make Government's long UFB list
Thu, 3rd Sep 2015
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Five Coromandel towns have made the Government’s list of potential towns to receive funding for ultra-fast broadband.
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Local Government NZ welcomes UFB tender
Wed, 2nd Sep 2015
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Local Government NZ welcomes release of tender for second stage of UFB programme, calls for coverage across as many communities as possible.
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Bids open for Government's UFB expansion
Tue, 1st Sep 2015
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The New Zealand government has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) to extend broadband coverage to at least 80% of the population.
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MIMP hops ahead of NBN for Kangaroo Island broadband
Thu, 20th Aug 2015
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MIMP has beaten the NBN to the punch in providing high-speed broadband services for Kangaroo Island, ousting Telstra in the process.
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Government's broadband rollout to support regional growth
Thu, 20th Aug 2015
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The Government's broadband plans are driving regional growth and innovation across New Zealand, say ministers.
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Deadline issued for council digital enablement plans
Thu, 20th Aug 2015
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Local authorities will have a month to outline how they will take advantage of new investment from the government’s broadband extension.
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Aussie Government gears up for nbn satellite launch
Wed, 19th Aug 2015
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The nbn long term satellite service will be a 'game changer' for those living and working in regional and remote areas.