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UFB / Ultra Fast Broadband stories - Page 10

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Minister welcomes UFB progress
Tue, 11th Mar 2014
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Min. Amy Adams hails the Ultra-Fast Broadband deal adjustments between Crown Fibre Holdings and Chorus, aiming to mitigate a funding gap.
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Chorus agrees UFB package improvements
Tue, 11th Mar 2014
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Chorus and Crown Fibre Holdings have agreed on a package of improvements to the UFB initiative to make it more cost effective.
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Exclusive: Amy Adams on ICT - Part 2
Mon, 10th Mar 2014
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In our exclusive Part 2, NZ's pioneering female IT minister Amy Adams defends UFB rollout pace, heralding a tech-transformed future.
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Telecom's three years of digital rebuilding in Christchurch…
Tue, 4th Mar 2014
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After a 3-year digital rebuild, Christchurch emerges as a tech-savvy city, reflecting progress and the resilience of its residents.
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Vodafone unveils free business broadband data boost
Thu, 27th Feb 2014
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Vodafone boosts broadband data allowances for New Zealand businesses, offering up to 20 times more data for free.
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Minister backs new Telecom TV approach
Mon, 24th Feb 2014
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Amy Adams welcomes plans by Telecom, soon to be rebranded as Spark, to launch an internet-delivered TV service.
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Vodafone Oz unveils largest 4G international roaming network
Wed, 19th Feb 2014
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Vodafone Australia to launch the biggest 4G global roaming network, offering fast access in NZ, the UK, Europe at no extra cost.
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More than a quarter of Kiwis on board UFB project
Thu, 13th Feb 2014
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Over 1/4 of NZ's Ultra-Fast Broadband initiative completed, boosting rural and urban connectivity, says Minister Adams.
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Homegrown talent to shake up NZ Fibre market
Thu, 23rd Jan 2014
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MyRepublic plans to revolutionise NZ's fibre broadband, promising unparalleled UFB utilisation for homes and businesses from mid-2014.
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Telecom nails $83m 4G auction bid
Wed, 22nd Jan 2014
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Telecom wins big with a $83m bid for 4G spectrum, enhancing mobile network speeds and capacity across New Zealand.
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Telecom calls for Chorus pricing proposal
Mon, 16th Dec 2013
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Telecom has called on Chorus to put forward constructive pricing proposal, a proposal that does not erode current telco network and service levels.
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Chorus won’t meet UFB, RBI contracts if copper prices cut, Adams says
Fri, 6th Dec 2013
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Chorus's ability to deliver national broadband at risk if wholesale copper prices are cut, warns Minister Amy Adams.
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Telecom closing in on 6,000 UFB customers
Wed, 4th Dec 2013
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Telecom’s rollout of Ultra Fibre services on the ultra fast broadband (UFB) network is gaining momentum, with record sales achieved in the past two months.
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Can 2degrees block the 4G spectrum sale to Vodafone, Telecom?
Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
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2degrees urges Commerce Commission to block 4G spectrum sale to rivals Vodafone and Telecom, fearing stifled competition.
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Govt: Negative copper pricing comments no surprise
Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
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Govt shrugs off criticism on copper pricing, with no parliamentary support expected. Amy Adams eyes non-legislative routes amidst challenges.
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Key hints at Chorus contract renegotiation
Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
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PM John Key hints at Chorus contract renegotiation amid a billion-dollar shortfall, ensuring ultra-fast broadband project's progress.
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Chorus files High Court appeal over copper price ruling
Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
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Chorus appeals in High Court against Commerce Commission's copper pricing, challenging the narrow basis and its massive impact on its services.
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Vodafone calls on Chorus to speed up UFB talks
Thu, 28th Nov 2013
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Vodafone has issued its disappointment that Chorus has suspended its scheduled Dialogue Briefing around new, faster fibre services.
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Schools to become digital hubs
Mon, 18th Nov 2013
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Schools with ultra-fast broadband will soon be able to share their fibre connections with their local communities.
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Govt: Kiwis making 'good progress' with UFB uptake
Mon, 18th Nov 2013
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An additional 21,000 end users gained access to fibre over the three months to 30 September 2013 according to the government's latest quarterly report.
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Labour calls for 'international expert' to assess Chorus financial probe
Thu, 14th Nov 2013
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An international expert should be brought in to conduct the independent assessment of Chorus’ financial position, according to opposition party Labour.
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Chorus shares hit record low
Thu, 7th Nov 2013
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Investors reel as Chorus shares plummet to a historic low amid fears over government response to price cuts threatening its financial stability.
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Govt to assess Chorus' financial position ahead of UFB roll-out
Thu, 7th Nov 2013
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New Zealand government commissions independent assessment of Chorus' financial position and capability to deliver on contracts.
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Commission releases final decision on Chorus' copper pricing
Tue, 5th Nov 2013
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The Commerce Commission has set the cost of Chorus' UBA service at $10.92 per line per month, effective from 1 December 2014.