National Broadband Network (NBN) stories - Page 6
Optus cuts 290 Aussie jobs
Tue, 26th Mar 2013
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Australian telco Optus is cutting 290 jobs from its marketing, IT, networks and sales departments as it tries to fight a downward spiral within the company.
Australia's NBN Fibre network facing uncertain future
Wed, 6th Mar 2013
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Australia's NBN fibre network hangs in balance as an election may halt its expansion, amidst debate over its necessity and cost.
Labour demands Govt inquiry over Huawei handling
Tue, 9th Oct 2012
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After U.S. officials accused the company of bribery and spying, opposition party questions the Chinese firm's share of the $1.35 billion UFB rollout.
ICT salaries accelerating across the ditch
Wed, 12th Sep 2012
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Professionals in the communications sector enjoying increased salaries in one of the fastest growing industries Down Under, beating the general cost of living.
Huawei CEO strengthens ties Down Under
Tue, 21st Aug 2012
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Fresh from agreeing a US$56m deal with Kiwi firm Rakon, Huawei’s CEO Ren Zhengfei arrives in Australia to cement their credentials as a mainstream vendor.
Android’s answer to banking app
Fri, 17th Aug 2012
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National Bank unveils an Android banking app, bringing anytime, anywhere banking services to Android users, following iPhone app success.
NBN vs. UFB – Head to Head Comparison
Tue, 10th Jul 2012
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NBN and UFB's head-to-head battle reveals NZ's superior speeds and offerings, challenging Australia's future readiness.
Running an ISP in NZ vs. Australia – Key Differences
Mon, 2nd Jul 2012
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Insider shares eye-opening contrasts in ISP operations between NZ and Australia, from cost variations to tech disparities.
Huawei controversy could benefit resellers
Tue, 1st May 2012
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With the New Zealand and Australian governments lining up on opposing sides of the Huawei debate, will local resellers feel the fallout?.
Huawei fiasco: winners and losers
Thu, 29th Mar 2012
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Amid a Huawei uproar, Australian ban contrasts sharply with New Zealand's welcoming stance, stirring a whirlwind of diplomatic and corporate tremors.
Labour probes govt over Huawei in NZ
Wed, 28th Mar 2012
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Labour Party's ICT spokesperson criticises New Zealand Government for awarding contracts to Chinese company, Huawei, after it was banned from Australia.
Huawei shut out of Australian broadband project - Updated
Tue, 27th Mar 2012
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Huawei banned from participating in Australia's National Broadband Network due to cyber-attack concerns from China.
What lays ahead for 2012?
Wed, 1st Feb 2012
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As 2012 dawns, Clive Gold predicts a tech revolution: data science rises, IT sectors evolve, and IT security rethinks strategies.
Southern Cross completes first stage of cable upgrade
Wed, 18th Jan 2012
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Southern Cross boosts trans-Pacific cable's capacity to 1.4TBps, paving the way for faster broadband in Australia and NZ.
Aussies a huge step closer to UFB
Thu, 23rd Jun 2011
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Australia’s two largest telecommunications companies, Telstra and Optus, have agreed to participate in the Australian government’s NBN.
Pacific Fibre releases Invitation to Tender
Wed, 6th Apr 2011
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Pacific Fibre seeks bids for a game-changing cable system linking Australia, NZ, and the US, eyeing a solo build to boost regional connectivity.
Fibre Watch: Pipe dreams
Thu, 31st Mar 2011
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One company's recipe for making fibre-to-the-home available on tap involves blowing cables down consumers' water pipes.
Fibre Watch: UFB on shaky ground
Thu, 3rd Mar 2011
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The fate of the project is uncertain as the government makes it clear its spending priorities have changed overnight.
NZ beats Australia for fixed-line BB penetration
Wed, 8th Dec 2010
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New Zealand outstrips Australia in fixed-line broadband penetration, highlighting a need for urgent infrastructure investment, says Minister.
Nokia Siemens scores NBN contract
Fri, 29th Oct 2010
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Nokia Siemens wins a pivotal deal worth up to $400m over 10 years to supply crucial tech for Australia's NBN fibre network upgrade.