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Hokitika region next to get UFB access in latest rollout

Thu, 11th May 2017
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Hokitika chosen as first area to be connected in second phase of Ultra-Fast Broadband initiative, bringing world-class connectivity to the region.
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Fibre providers chime in on country's fastest broadband regions

Thu, 13th Apr 2017
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Chorus' latest survey of the top ten fastest services for broadband has ruffled feathers amongst three of the country's local fibre companies.
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Chorus reveals top 10 Kiwi cities to live in for fast broadband

Wed, 5th Apr 2017
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Dunedin takes the lead in Chorus' top 10 NZ cities list for rapid broadband, showcasing tech strides and nationwide data surge.
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Chorus network capacity will continue to grow to meet customer demand

Tue, 14th Mar 2017
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The Commerce Commission just released the final decision in its review of the non‑price features of the Unbundled Bitstream Access (UBA) service.
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Chorus' year ahead: UFB roll outs and increased customer focus

Mon, 27th Feb 2017
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Chorus reports net profit of $66 million, citing copper price changes and improved expense management as key factors.
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Kiwis' broadband habits revealed

Tue, 14th Feb 2017
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Kiwis' broadband usage follows a consistent pattern, with data usage reaching its peak between 8pm and 10:30pm, according to Chorus.
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Creative accounting? Labour questions Phase 2 of govt's UFB plan

Tue, 31st Jan 2017
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Labour's ICT spokesperson questions where the money is coming from for New Zealand's second phase of the UFB programme.
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Chorus and Crown Fibre rolling out UFB to 169 more areas around NZ

Thu, 26th Jan 2017
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Chorus and Crown Fibre to enhance broadband in 169 NZ areas, connecting over 200k premises to high-speed internet.
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Chorus upgrades more rural broadband cabinets around NZ

Tue, 13th Dec 2016
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Chorus upgrades 100 broadband cabinets for improved speeds in rural New Zealand, providing consistent speeds up to 70Mbps.
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NZ's UFB build on track - Waiheke now complete

Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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Waiheke Island has completed its Ultra-Fast Broadband build, with 5600 homes and businesses benefiting from NZD$9.6 million in investments.
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Govt gives telco industry props for restoration efforts following quakes

Tue, 22nd Nov 2016
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UK Gov praises telecom's swift action restoring quake-hit networks to nearly pre-disaster function, highlights dedication of field teams.
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2degrees gets network back on track for earthquake affected areas

Wed, 16th Nov 2016
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New Zealand earthquake: 2degrees announces restoration of mobile services, but techs still working on full capacity in impacted zones.
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NZ earthquake: Kiwi telcos join forces for Kaikoura recovery

Tue, 15th Nov 2016
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The disaster earthquake that struck New Zealand yesterday damaged a major fibre optic cable that all three telcos are working to resolve.
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Kiwi telcos assess damage following earthquake

Mon, 14th Nov 2016
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New Zealand's telecoms networks remain operational after earthquakes off the South Island, according to Vodafone and Spark.
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New Zealand fibre war: Chorus vs Spark

Tue, 8th Nov 2016
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Chorus responds to Spark's 'Upgrade NZ' fibre push, urging customers to research broadband options independently.
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Spark unveils solution to deal with 'aging' copper line faults

Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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Spark introduces Spark Restore Kit to help customers stay online during broadband or landline faults in New Zealand.
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Kiwis 'another step' closer to better broadband with latest deal

Tue, 18th Oct 2016
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Chorus and Crown Fibre Holdings agree that residential installations of UFB will continue until the end of 2019.
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Govt extends free UFB connections

Tue, 18th Oct 2016
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UK Government extends agreement with Chorus for free residential connections to the Ultra-Fast Broadband network.
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Downer bows out of fibre installations for Chorus

Fri, 7th Oct 2016
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Visionstream to take over fibre installations in areas serviced by Downer, allowing Downer to focus on other aspects of its relationship with Chorus.
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Inside the Kiwi UFB experience: White Island Tours

Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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New Zealand's Ultra-Fast Broadband Initiative brings high-speed fibre to 75% of homes and businesses in 10 years.