Emergency Communications stories
One NZ readies satellite texts as Cyclone Vaianu nears
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One NZ on alert as Cyclone Vaianu threatens outages, with satellite texting ready for compatible phones if mobile coverage fails.
TCCA urges standards push on critical broadband security
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network security
TCCA urges industry to align on international standards as 4G and 5G broadband systems expand the cyber risk for mission critical communications.
NSSLGlobal launches Guardian anti-piracy ship communications
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risk & compliance
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NSSLGlobal unveils battery-backed GUARDIAN system to keep crews in citadels linked to rescuers as piracy and vessel boardings rise worldwide.
Contrivian Constellation unites LEO networks into one
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Contrivian launches Constellation, a single LEO satellite service unifying Starlink, Amazon Leo and others for uninterrupted connectivity.
One NZ ends 2G and 3G network services across New Zealand
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One NZ has switched off its 2G and 3G networks nationwide, freeing spectrum for faster 4G and 5G and leaving holdouts needing new phones.
Contrivian to resell Amazon Leo for US gov networks
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Contrivian to resell Amazon Leo LEO satellite services for resilient US government networks, blending space links with fibre and 5G.
Radisys & AccelerComm extend satellite 5G IoT reach
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Radisys and AccelerComm add NB-IoT to their 5G satellite stack, letting operators serve low-power IoT and broadband over shared spectrum.
Auckland, Northland most at risk in NZ resilience index
Fri, 20th Feb 2026
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Auckland and Northland top a new index of New Zealand's most fragile infrastructure, as experts urge maintenance-first spending on resilience.
VQ unveils Advanced Conferencing Centre for Cisco users
Wed, 18th Feb 2026
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data protection
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VQ launches Advanced Conferencing Centre to give Cisco Meeting Server users tighter control over complex, operator-led multi-room calls.
LTE & 5G set to overtake legacy mission-critical LMR
Mon, 9th Feb 2026
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LTE and 5G critical communications investment to surge from USD $5.4bn in 2025 to more than USD $9.2bn by 2028, SNS Telecom & IT says.
One NZ adds satellite data & WhatsApp calling service
Mon, 2nd Feb 2026
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One NZ extends Starlink-powered satellite service with limited data apps and WhatsApp calling for eligible phones beyond mobile coverage.
One NZ sees festive mobile data & satellite use surge
Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
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One NZ logs 17.4% New Year mobile data spike and 50% holiday satellite user jump as Kiwis head off-grid and demand always-on coverage.
TCCA issues new specs for 4G & 5G mission critical callout
Wed, 21st Jan 2026
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TCCA releases first Broadband Callout specs for 4G and 5G mission critical paging, aiming to boost global interoperability for emergency services.
Telecoms shift to trusted, outcome-led network automation
Mon, 29th Dec 2025
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digital transformation
Telecoms pivot from chasing full autonomy to trusted, explainable AI that cuts outages and boosts resilience in critical networks by 2026.
One NZ marks one year of Starlink-powered texts
Wed, 17th Dec 2025
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One NZ marks a year of Starlink texts with 7m messages sent and 700,000 customers now able to connect beyond standard mobile coverage.
Small Cell Forum maps path to interoperable 5G NTN
Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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Small Cell Forum sets out how small cell know-how and open interfaces could underpin interoperable 5G satellite and hybrid NTN networks.
AI-backed Triple Zero, 111 calls win public support
Thu, 11th Dec 2025
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data protection
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
Most Australians and New Zealanders back AI to boost Triple Zero and 111 call handling, though doubts remain over agencies' data use.
Sixty years of Sugarloaf: Christchurch's vital TV tower legacy
Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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emergency services
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broadcasting
Christchurch's Sugarloaf transmission tower celebrates 60 years, remaining vital for TV, radio, emergency services, and digital connectivity across Canterbury.
Trial aims to boost cross-border emergency communications
Thu, 24th Jul 2025
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emergency services
Public safety agencies across states have launched a trial of Motorola Solutions' Critical Connect to improve cross-border emergency communications and coordination.
Genetec plugin boosts vehicle investigation speed & insight
Fri, 2nd May 2025
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enterprise security
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emergency communications
Genetec launches AutoVu ALPR Analysis Reports plugin to expedite vehicle forensics and help cops spot patterns, speeding up investigations globally.