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In two words, Broadband is a fast connection. To the internet, of course. While ‘fast’ isn’t generally defined as it is a moving target (what was considered fast 5 years ago isn’t considered fast today), Broadband generally refers to the fastest available consumer connections regardless of technology type. Wireless networks or fibre networks are equally described as ‘Broadband connections’, often prefixed as ‘wireless Broadband’ or ‘Fibre Broadband’. The name derives from the broad array of technologies available for the creation of a high-capacity internet connection.
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Spark turns on Hamilton's first 5G network

Mon, 21st Jun 2021
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Spark launches first 5G network in parts of Hamilton, with coverage across Hamilton Central, Claudelands, Chartwell, and Fairfield. More coverage to come.
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Increased demand for digital infrastructure sees Teltrac expand to southern NZ

Thu, 8th Apr 2021
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Teltrac will open in the southern region of the country with presence across three cities, Dunedin, Invercargill and Queenstown.
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5G comes to the Mount as Vodafone starts rolling out next gen mobile tech in the Bay of Plenty

Thu, 25th Mar 2021
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Locals and businesses in parts of Tauranga can now connect to Vodafone 5G and the coverage footprint will soon expand.
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2talk launches mobile plans, offers complete communications solution

Fri, 19th Mar 2021
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Business cloud service provider 2talk has launched mobile plans, adding to its broadband and IP Voice products.
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ComCom: Broadband pricing stagnant in 2020 despite NZers flocking online

Tue, 16th Mar 2021
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Despite increased demand, fixed line broadband pricing remains expensive tor all tiers compared to other countries in the OECD.
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First West Coast fibre enabled RCG site goes live

Wed, 17th Feb 2021
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The first West Coast fibre enabled cell site, called Fox West, has gone live providing 4G wireless broadband and mobile calling services in New Zealand.
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Voyager Internet enters next phase of growth with executive team change

Wed, 10th Feb 2021
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Voyager Internet appoints new CEO and restructuring executive team to better serve customers and meet market expectations.
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nbn sets world record for long-range 5G transmission

Thu, 14th Jan 2021
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Achieved a stable 5G mmWave transmission of close to 1Gbps at 7.3km, double the distance recorded three months ago, and a new record globally.
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Online traffic surges as Kiwis head online over festive season - Vodafone

Thu, 31st Dec 2020
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New Zealanders set records for data usage during the festive season, consuming 1,178 TB of data on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, according to Vodafone NZ.
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Sky confirms Vocus as a key service partner for Sky Broadband

Fri, 25th Dec 2020
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Sky partners with Vocus New Zealand for the rollout of Sky Broadband, aiming to provide quality products and services to customers.
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Kiwis have 'world-class' broadband - TCF

Thu, 17th Dec 2020
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New Zealand's telecommunications consumers are receiving good broadband services, according to a report from the Commerce Commission.
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ComCom testing programme improves NZ broadband performance

Fri, 11th Dec 2020
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The Commerce Commission's Measuring Broadband New Zealand programme has helped to identify and fix network problems.
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NZ's shift to online during COVID-19 here to stay - report

Tue, 1st Dec 2020
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New Zealanders' shift to online activities during the pandemic is permanent, according to Venture Insights research.
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Spark removes data caps on wireless broadband

Wed, 23rd Sep 2020
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Spark New Zealand offers uncapped wireless broadband for free, removing data caps on its Unplan Metro service.
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Cambium Networks' 'breakthrough' in 60 GHz fixed wireless broadband

Thu, 17th Sep 2020
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The technology can deliver 'fibre-like' internet speeds at a lower cost and faster time to market than last-mile wired networks.
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Telecom equipment market returns to growth in 2Q20

Wed, 9th Sep 2020
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According to research by Dell'Oro shows that the global market is finding its feet again with vendor ranking remaining stable.
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Enable urges Christchurch locals to switch to fibre broadband

Mon, 31st Aug 2020
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More than 120,000 customers in Christchurch are now using fibre broadband for their internet connections, according to provider Enable.
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Chorus describes goals as it posts $52m profit

Mon, 24th Aug 2020
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As the copper withdrawal looms, Chorus is looking at how it can leverage its fibre network to provide new products and services across the country.
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Broadband data and voice minutes skyrocket as Auckland re-enters lockdown - Vodafone

Tue, 18th Aug 2020
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Auckland's return to lockdown has led to a 33% increase in fixed broadband data and a 45% rise in voice minutes, according to Vodafone NZ.
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D-Link ANZ extends COVR Wi-Fi Certified EasyMesh System

Wed, 5th Aug 2020
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Adding these new options now allows the extension of the COVR Wi-Fi network to cover any home or home office with D-Link's mesh Wi-Fi solution.