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The $1.5 billion question

Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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NZ commits to a £1.5 billion Ultra Fast Broadband network, boosting access for 75% of homes, schools and workplaces within 10 years.
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A little goes a long way

Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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Trimming unnecessary expenses and shopping around for service plans can significantly cut costs and boost savings.
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Web access – and censorship – growing

Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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As New Zealand sees a surge in internet use, global concerns over web censorship grow, spotlighting the crucial balance between access and freedom.
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TCF structure queried by chair of numbering deed

Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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Richard Rowley challenges the TCF's governance, saying it favours big players over a fair industry environment.
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Unencumbered networks

Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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Story and interview with Robin Hartendorp, GM for Central Government of SparkDigital and is responsible for delivering a high level of service.
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Surviving the winter

Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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As winter chills bite, contact centres like Mercury Energy brace for a surge in calls and employee absenteeism, revealing a crucial focus on staff wellness.
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On the front line of connectivity

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How are councils using technology, and connecting their citizens? Louis van Wyk takes a look at the local government sector.
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Fishing in an ever-decreasing talent pool

Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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As ICT demand spikes, firms struggle in a dwindling talent pool, turning globally to fill critical roles in a competitive job market.
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Today Takapuna... tomorrow the world

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Ex-Vodafone exec Mark Rushworth spearheads Pacific Fibre to link NZ and the US with a new cable, aiming to bring the world closer to New Zealand.
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Datacraft wins NZTE contract

Mon, 29th Mar 2010
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Datacraft will supply the New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) with its telecommunications services for the next three years.
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NZ Hi-Tech Awards finalists named

Fri, 26th Mar 2010
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35 finalists have been announced for the awards that recognise excellence in the New Zealand hi-tech industry.
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Emergency code may not cover VoIP customers

Thu, 25th Mar 2010
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Minister urges telcos to adopt a 111 code that overlooks VoIP users, raising concerns for emergency service accessibility.
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XT doesn't cover 97% of the population - Gen-i

Thu, 25th Mar 2010
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Gen-i admits Telecom's XT Network falls short of its 97% coverage promise, impacting New Zealand's connectivity aspirations.
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Joyce urges telcos to sign up to 111 code

Wed, 24th Mar 2010
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ICT Minister Steven Joyce is urging telco providers to sign up to an industry code on emergency calling, following a recent 111 outage.
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TeamTalk accuses TCF of immoral behaviour

Mon, 22nd Mar 2010
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TeamTalk CEO David Ware has accused the Telecommunications Carriers Forum of using their influence to bully the industry and cover up immoral behaviour.
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Another Vodafone exec exits the building

Mon, 22nd Mar 2010
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Vodafone NZ sees another top exec departure, with Networks GM Mike Davies leaving amid a wave of high-level exits.
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Woosh brings back the Joy

Fri, 19th Mar 2010
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Woosh defies setbacks, revitalises its fixed line plans with unique data caps, outstripping competitors and redefining connectivity.
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Regional alliance pushes for more fibre

Tue, 16th Mar 2010
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The government's $300 million rural broadband plan doesn't go far enough according to the New Zealand Regional Fibre Group (NZRFG).
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CallPlus - new CEO, new direction

Mon, 15th Mar 2010
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Mark Callander steps in as CallPlus CEO, steering the company towards local loop unbundling in Hamilton, nationwide WiMAX rollout, and expanding MVNO services.
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Credibility of ComCom in question - 2degrees

Wed, 10th Mar 2010
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2degrees challenges ComCom's credibility over non-regulation of mobile termination rates, fearing harm to consumers and industry.