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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.
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Tuanz warns New Zealand of widening digital safety gaps

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Tuanz marks 40 years by calling for a national rethink on AI, school digital skills and internet access as online harm and coverage gaps widen.
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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.
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TUANZ partners with Recycle A Device to bridge divide

Thu, 5th Feb 2026
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TUANZ has teamed with Recycle A Device to supply refurbished laptops to students, targeting New Zealand's growing digital divide in 2026.
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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.
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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.
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Connected construction powers the future of data centres

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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Connectivity is transforming construction sites by reducing downtime, boosting productivity, and enhancing safety, vital for the booming 2025 data centre sector.
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Exclusive: Coevolve's Tim Sullivan warns firms on AI connectivity gap

Tue, 11th Nov 2025
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Enterprises rushing AI adoption risk being undermined by neglecting critical network and security layers essential for secure global connectivity, warns Coevolve CEO.
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One NZ & DOC partner to boost high-tech conservation efforts

Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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One New Zealand partners with the Department of Conservation to boost connectivity and tech for DOC rangers, enhancing conservation across remote New Zealand areas.
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Satellite IoT market sees over 100 vendors as LEO drives change

Fri, 1st Aug 2025
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The satellite IoT market now includes over 100 vendors as LEO constellations from Starlink and Amazon shake up the dominance of legacy operators by 2030.
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Satellite IoT market to reach USD $4.7 billion by 2030

Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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The satellite IoT market is set to grow at a 26% CAGR to reach USD $4.7 billion by 2030, driven by tech advances and rising demand for remote connectivity.
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One New Zealand & Starlink launch nationwide IoT satellite network

Fri, 13th Jun 2025
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One New Zealand and Starlink launch IoT satellite network providing SMS and data coverage nationwide, including 40% of the country lacking cell towers.
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One NZ satellite texting hits one million message milestone

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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One NZ's satellite service has surpassed one million free texts in under four months, enhancing connectivity during emergencies like Cyclone Tam.
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Satellite upgrade brings better access at Waitomo sites

Fri, 18th Apr 2025
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Discover Waitomo in New Zealand's King Country has enhanced connectivity and safety with Spark's Starlink satellite internet, replacing unreliable VDSL access.
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One NZ expands Satellite TXT service to Samsung devices

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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One NZ has launched its Satellite TXT service for Samsung Galaxy S25, S23, and S23 Ultra users, aiming to enhance connectivity in mobile blackspots.
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One NZ launches nationwide Satellite TXT with Starlink

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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One NZ has launched its Satellite TXT service powered by Starlink, enhancing mobile coverage across New Zealand to 40% of the country's landmass.
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Speedcast surpasses sale of 10,000 Starlink kits milestone

Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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Speedcast has surpassed the sale of 10,000 Starlink kits, marking a significant milestone in their connectivity solutions for enterprise and maritime sectors.
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One New Zealand to test Starlink mobile satellite service

Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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One New Zealand has gained approval to test SpaceX's Starlink service, aiming to improve connectivity and resilience across Aotearoa amid climate challenges.
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One New Zealand & SpaceX to boost mobile coverage with satellites

Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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One New Zealand and SpaceX are set to revolutionise mobile coverage across New Zealand with the launch of over 100 Starlink satellites in orbit.
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Kawerau District Council upgrades telephony with BayCom, Access4

Mon, 19th Aug 2024
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BayCom deploys Access4's cloud-based voice platform at Kawerau District Council, modernising telephony systems to improve reliability and reduce costs.