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Fibre favoured in $300m rural bb plan

The government favours fibre in the Rural Broadband Initiative (RBI) with a USD $300 million investment to boost connectivity in rural schools.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Apr 2010

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TelstraClear backs Chorus in govt network

In a surprising turn, TelstraClear backs Chorus for the government's Ultra Fast Broadband network bid, urging collaboration over competition.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 20th Apr 2010

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TelstraClear CEO Allan Freeth's Telco Day speech

At TUANZ Telecommunications Day, TelstraClear CEO Allan Freeth criticised New Zealand's crab mentality, urging Kiwis to embrace positive change and innovation.

By Staff Writer • 13 min read • Thu, 29th Apr 2010

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NZ telco market worth $5.5b - ComCom

The total fixed line and mobile telecommunications revenue in New Zealand for 2008/09 is estimated by the Commerce Commission to be $5.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Apr 2010

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Top ten from Telco Day

At TUANZ Telco Day, top insights reveal support for Chorus by TelstraClear CEO and a push for patient-owned health records by 2014.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 22nd Apr 2010

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Vodafone's $12 plan prompts ComCom rethink

Vodafone's $12 offer influences telecom regulation debate, as ComCom rethinks its stance on mobile termination rates, stirring sector responses.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Apr 2010

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ComCom ordered to reconsider TSO

The Commerce Commission has been ordered by the High Court to reconsider the way it calculates the amount telcos must pay to enable a rural telephony service.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Apr 2010

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Could a telco exec become chair of TUANZ?

Proposed changes to the TUANZ constitution could see a telecommunications industry executive become the chairman of the business user lobby group.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 6th Apr 2010

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Regulation is a fact of life

Vodafone NZ's Stanners talks regulation, collaboration, and competition while eyeing the future with tech advancements and challenges.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Thu, 1st Apr 2010

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The $1.5 billion question

NZ commits to a £1.5 billion Ultra Fast Broadband network, boosting access for 75% of homes, schools and workplaces within 10 years.

By Staff Writer • 10 min read • Thu, 1st Apr 2010

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Who should control New Zealand numbers?

As Telecom relinquishes NZ's numbers, the debate intensifies on who should manage them: telcos, regulators, or an independent body?.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Thu, 1st Apr 2010

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TCF structure queried by chair of numbering deed

Richard Rowley challenges the TCF's governance, saying it favours big players over a fair industry environment.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Apr 2010

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Unencumbered networks

Story and interview with Robin Hartendorp, GM for Central Government of SparkDigital and is responsible for delivering a high level of service.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Thu, 1st Apr 2010

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On the front line of connectivity

How are councils using technology, and connecting their citizens? Louis van Wyk takes a look at the local government sector.

By Staff Writer • 9 min read • Thu, 1st Apr 2010

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Fishing in an ever-decreasing talent pool

As ICT demand spikes, firms struggle in a dwindling talent pool, turning globally to fill critical roles in a competitive job market.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Thu, 1st Apr 2010

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Emergency code may not cover VoIP customers

Minister urges telcos to adopt a 111 code that overlooks VoIP users, raising concerns for emergency service accessibility.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Mar 2010

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Joyce urges telcos to sign up to 111 code

ICT Minister Steven Joyce is urging telco providers to sign up to an industry code on emergency calling, following a recent 111 outage.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Mar 2010

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TeamTalk accuses TCF of immoral behaviour

TeamTalk CEO David Ware has accused the Telecommunications Carriers Forum of using their influence to bully the industry and cover up immoral behaviour.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Mar 2010