Chorus stories - Page 9
2degrees says Kiwis paying too much for mobile, yet won't make the switch
Thu, 13th Aug 2015
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Kiwis overpaying for mobile plans; 2degrees reveals millions in potential savings, yet customer loyalty prevails.
Govt wants to limit UFB involvement, English says
Wed, 29th Jul 2015
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Government fears prolonged involvement in New Zealand's ultra-fast broadband network could distort its value, says Finance Minister Bill English.
Chorus registers interest in government's proposed expansions to UFB, RBI
Wed, 8th Jul 2015
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Chorus has expressed interest in the government's plans to expand the state-sponsored ultrafast broadband network and rural broadband initiatives.
Spark to ComCom - why are Kiwis paying more for internet?
Wed, 1st Jul 2015
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As 50,000 Kiwis demand lower internet costs, the Commerce Commission's new draft on wholesale line charges will reveal whether consumer pleas are heard.
Chorus says RMA fix needed as fibre rollout stumbles
Tue, 26th May 2015
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Chorus urges government to amend the Resource Management Act, citing lengthy fibre installation delays for multi-unit properties and shared driveways.
Chorus UFB programme into 'the next phase'
Tue, 26th May 2015
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As demand for fibre becomes mainstream, the Chorus UFB programme has moved into the next phase, according to an update from Chorus,.
Chorus launches programme for Kiwi students
Mon, 25th May 2015
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Chorus’ new Schools Gateway Programme sees the telco teaming up with secondary schools to introduce Kiwi students to the world of telecommunications.
Does Chorus have a weak UFB channel strategy?
Mon, 18th May 2015
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Chorus's UFB completion celebrations overshadow missing strategy for partner engagement and end-user uptake in regions like Taupo.
Taupo gets head start as Chorus completes UFB network
Fri, 15th May 2015
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Taupo blazes a trail in digital connectivity, being the North Island's first to complete Chorus' high-speed UFB fibre network.
Industry groups off-chorus on ComCom delays
Wed, 22nd Apr 2015
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Acting in haste in ComCom’s wholesale broadband pricing decision could leave ‘the rabbit in charge of the carrot patch’.
Regulator to review UBA standard that sets price for Chorus retail customers
Wed, 1st Apr 2015
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The Commerce Commission is to review the terms under which Chorus offers unbundled bitstream access (UBA) to retail telecommunications companies that.
Blenheim joins the ‘UFB complete’ list
Fri, 20th Mar 2015
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Blenheim soars with ultrafast broadband completion, joining Ashburton and Oamaru in Chorus's triumphant fibre network rollout.
Change at top as Chorus chair steps down
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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Sue Sheldon resigns as Chorus chair, marking an end to her pivotal leadership during the firm's major telecom industry challenges.
Sue Sheldon steps down as Chorus chair, Hartley to be acting chair
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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Sue Sheldon is standing down as chair of Chorus at the end of the month and the role will be filled by Jon Hartley on an interim basis.
Chorus completes UFB rollout in Ashburton
Fri, 13th Mar 2015
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The completion of the project in Ashburton means about 8,700 houses, businesses, schools and health facilities are now able to access fibre.
ComCom expects final draft on Chorus copper pricing in May
Thu, 12th Mar 2015
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The Commerce Commission expects the final draft determination around Chorus's pricing of its regulated telecommunications copper network in May, with.
CallPlus to bring UFB to Wanaka businesses this April
Tue, 10th Mar 2015
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CallPlus is getting ready to hook up Wanaka businesses to UFB, the final step in a long campaign to bring fibre to the area.
Fastest broadband services officially live in Dunedin
Wed, 25th Feb 2015
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Gigabit broadband services are now live in Dunedin today, meaning the city can now access the fastest broadband speeds in the southern hemisphere.
Spark New Zealand calls Chorus out
Tue, 24th Feb 2015
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Spark New Zealand urges regulator to lower unjust '80% higher' Chorus fees, citing expert analysis for fairer charges.
Long wait ahead for Spark’s Gigatown plans
Fri, 20th Feb 2015
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Spark will offer Dunedin locals its fastest Ultra Fibre plans at heavily discounted prices ahead of its Gigatown plans later this year.