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Up to speed – Broadband plans
Commerce Commission

Up to speed – Broadband plans

WHEN it comes to Internet performance, it really depends on what end of the country you live in as to what speeds you can expect.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 1st Nov 2009
Telecom breach could cost $10m
Commerce Commission

Telecom breach could cost $10m

[UPDATED] Telecom could face a $10m fine after it was found to have breached the Commerce Act by the High Court today.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Oct 2009
Kiwishare scrapped in favour of levy for rural broadband
Unified Communications

Kiwishare scrapped in favour of levy for rural broadband

New Zealand's government scraps the Kiwishare in favour of a levy to fund rural broadband, reallocating NZD $100 million from various sources for better access.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Sep 2009
Kiwi share may be unfair
Unified Communications

Kiwi share may be unfair

If you're living in an area in which it is uneconomic to supply you with a telecommunications service, please stand up.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Sep 2009
HELPFUL WEB SITES
Google

HELPFUL WEB SITES

Use the following sites to shop around for the best plan, seek advice and even test your connection's performance.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 1st Jun 2009

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Very High Speed Broadband
Unified Communications

Very High Speed Broadband

Telecom is trialling new technology to turbo-charge broadband speeds, but it could be a while before users can take advantage of it.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Sun, 1st Nov 2009
Still free for country callers
Unified Communications

Still free for country callers

Toll-free local calling for all New Zealanders – including those who live in rural and remote areas – will remain despite an upheaval in the way it is funded.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 1st Nov 2009
Commission takes Vodafone to court
Unified Communications

Commission takes Vodafone to court

The Commerce Commission has launched legal action against Vodafone, accusing it of misleading advertising in six campaigns dating back to 2006.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 23rd Oct 2009
Rate reductions will cost us $450m - Vodafone
Unified Communications

Rate reductions will cost us $450m - Vodafone

Another week, another round in the Mobile Termination Rates regulation saga - and Vodafone has come out swinging.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Oct 2009
Rural - Uneconomic says Telecom, Important says Vodafone
Unified Communications

Rural - Uneconomic says Telecom, Important says Vodafone

Telecom CEO Paul Reynolds argues rural service is uneconomic, despite investing USD $200 million annually; Vodafone insists rural customers are crucial.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Oct 2009
Telecom in breach
Unified Communications

Telecom in breach

Telecom Wholesale halts its broadband and residential PSTN 'loyalty' offer following a breach of separation undertakings, with potential penalties looming.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Sep 2009
Keeping tabs on telcos
Unified Communications

Keeping tabs on telcos

New Zealand is considering separating its telecommunications market to stimulate competition and improve infrastructure.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Mon, 1st Jun 2009