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Inside the Kiwi UFB experience: Tips for businesses wanting UFB at home

Wed, 28th Sep 2016
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New Zealand's Ultra-Fast Broadband Initiative brings high-speed fibre to 19 towns and cities, benefiting businesses and homes alike.
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Communities transform - Whakatane UFB build now complete

Mon, 26th Sep 2016
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Chorus has deployed Ultra-Fast Broadband to 7000 locations in Whakatane, potentially transforming New Zealand's economy.
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Chorus brings gigabit fibre coverage to entire UFB network

Thu, 8th Sep 2016
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Chorus boosts coverage of one gigabit broadband service for business and residential customers across New Zealand.
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Key contractor pulls the plug on Chorus UFB contract

Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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Downer withdraws from Chorus fibre rollout, exposing poor treatment of contractors and risking network sustainability.
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Chorus CEO to step down

Mon, 29th Aug 2016
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Chorus looks to future as CEO Mark Ratcliffe announces mid-2017 departure, after steering the firm since landmark 2011 demerger.
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Chorus calls for 250 technicians to manage fault & fibre demand

Tue, 26th Jul 2016
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Chorus is looking to recruit an extra 250 technicians and staff to cope with the massive demand for copper and fibre networks.
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Unbundling UFB – NZ wholesale/retail changes post 2020

Fri, 22nd Jul 2016
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If unbundling can be done well, big players could gain a distinct advantage against the smaller players in the market.
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Kiwis data hungry, finds Chorus

Wed, 13th Jul 2016
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Kiwis have an insatiable appetite for internet data, with the amount of data being consumed by New Zealand growing almost 100% a month since 2015.
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Chorus hits back at fault claims: Our network isn't old

Mon, 4th Jul 2016
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Chorus responds to reports of weather-related faults causing internet issues in New Zealand, as Spark blames Chorus for spike in faults.
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Spark blames Chorus as wild weather wreaks havoc

Fri, 1st Jul 2016
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Severe weather and Chorus network faults cause havoc for Spark users, leading to a significant surge in landline problems.
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Rotorua UFB rollout complete: 31 schools now faster than ever

Fri, 17th Jun 2016
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Chorus announces UFB rollout is complete in Rotorua, bringing the service to almost 27,000 schools, businesses, health services and residents.
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Adams celebrates RBI completion, acknowledges Chorus

Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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The Rural Broadband Initiative build has come to an end, with Chorus' role in the $234 million dollar initiative being praised.
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Rural schools now have full access to completed Rural Broadband Initiative

Thu, 9th Jun 2016
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Chorus has now finished its five-year project for the Government's Rural Broadband Initative (RBI), the company announced at a celebration in Waitomo.
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Kordia speaks out against Chorus and NZ Telco infrastructure

Fri, 29th Apr 2016
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Investment in New Zealand's telecommunications industry drives innovation and benefits consumers, but recent changes may threaten competition and innovation.
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Chorus pushing away business with security review

Fri, 18th Mar 2016
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I had heard some rumblings about Chorus reviewing its financial security arrangements, asking for double the usual amount - today they did just that.
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Spark to credit customers from Chorus savings

Tue, 1st Mar 2016
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Spark to return savings from price increases to customers affected by higher Chorus charges. Options include $33 account credit or a donation.
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Copper pricing hurts Chorus profits

Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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Chorus reports sharp decline in financial results for H2 2015 due to lower regulated copper prices and reduced transaction charges.
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All clear: Vodafone, Spark lines good to go following ChCh quake

Mon, 15th Feb 2016
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New Zealand's main telco companies scrambled yesterday to ensure network coverage was maintained following the earthquake in Christchurch yesterday.
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UFB build complete in Masterton

Mon, 7th Dec 2015
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Better connectivity will help create more jobs and improve health and education outcomes across the Wairarapa region.
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Cloud-based start ups see success in round two of Gig-Start funding

Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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Dunedin's Gig-Start Fund propels cloud-based innovators, with three startups winning $20,000 each in a fierce 'Dragons Den' battle.