Orcon stories - Page 3
Commerce Commission extends copper pricing consultation
Thu, 22nd May 2014
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NZ Commerce Commission extends deadline for determining wholesale prices for UBA and UCLL, aiming for final decision by 1 April 2015.
The simple but effective way to conquer the NZ tech space...
Wed, 7th May 2014
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Seeby Woodhouse, founder of New Zealand-based Internet Service Provider Voyager, aims to simplify the telco market.
2degrees likely buyer for Orcon?
Mon, 5th May 2014
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2degrees is in talks to acquire a significant stake in Orcon, potentially taking full ownership to bolster its broadband offerings.
When is unlimited broadband actually unlimited?
Thu, 24th Apr 2014
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Telecom's new 'unlimited' broadband data plans have been questioned by the Telecommunications Users Association.
Orcon cuts off Dotcom internet campaign...
Wed, 26th Mar 2014
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Orcon has revealed its campaign featuring Kim Dotcom is coming to an end, as the internet mogul focuses on his political aspirations.
One summary says it all - broadband plan comparison is now even easier
Fri, 21st Mar 2014
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A standard format has been developed to help consumers compare different fixed line, residential broadband offers from New Zealand’s leading operators.
Adams backs better broadband info for consumers...
Thu, 20th Mar 2014
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A new code of practice for broadband product information has been welcomed by NZ Communications and IT Minister Amy Adams.
The Warehouse has 'absolutely no intention' of buying Orcon
Sat, 15th Mar 2014
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The Warehouse Group has absolutely no intention of being involved in the bid and due diligence activity for Orcon, according to company CEO Mark Powell.
State of Orcon; Who’s buying…?
Mon, 10th Mar 2014
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Following increased media speculation that Orcon is being touted to buyers, more details of the alleged sale surfaced over the weekend.
State of Orcon; Timeline of events…
Mon, 10th Mar 2014
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Orcon, NZ's ISP previously owned by Kordia, is back on the market under a year after being sold to Kiwi business group. #TechNews #OrconSale.
Five bids come in for under-fire Orcon…
Fri, 7th Mar 2014
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Orcon sparks bidding war: 2degrees, CallPlus, and The Warehouse among the top contenders for the ISP, reports say.
State of Orcon; We dig the dirt
Wed, 5th Feb 2014
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Orcon looks to raise capital as rapid growth follows uncapped broadband campaign, according to CEO Greg McAlister.
What got Kiwis talking in the NZ Channel market last year...
Mon, 20th Jan 2014
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Kiwis buzzed about Microsoft's Office 365 launch and CEO changes at Kordia, setting the NZ Channel market abuzz in early 2013.
Kiwis demand faster broadband and more data
Wed, 8th Jan 2014
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More than forty per cent of Kiwis are looking to upgrade to a faster broadband technology such as UFB or VDSL, a new survey reveals.
“Misleading” Orcon forced to pull Dotcom broadband ad
Tue, 17th Dec 2013
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Orcon pulls Kim Dotcom TV ad after complaint to Advertising Standards Authority upheld. Uncapped plans still available.
Report claims Vodafone SuperNet still fastest in NZ
Wed, 13th Nov 2013
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The latest independent research from Epitiro reveals that Vodafone still has on average the fastest ADSL broadband network speeds in New Zealand.
Orcon to pass on full copper price reduction to customers
Thu, 7th Nov 2013
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Orcon CEO Greg McAlister has reiterated the company’s commitment to lower broadband prices and promises to pass on any copper savings directly to consumers.
Orcon resolves Wellington Labour weekend internet outage
Tue, 29th Oct 2013
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Orcon has confirmed the internet outage in Wellington Central which occurred over the weekend is now resolved.
Cheap trumps fast or bundled as reason to pick ISP in NZ
Sat, 26th Oct 2013
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Majority of Kiwis opt for cheaper ISP deals over speed or bundles, with a 60% favouring savings in the latest Roy Morgan study.
NZ fibre technology shows superior speed
Fri, 18th Oct 2013
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Fibre speeds are faster but for the first time, congestion is apparent on the 100Mb/s service for Orcon and Snap.