eCommerceNews New Zealand - Technology news for digital commerce decision-makers

Earthquakes stories - Page 3

Oldphone1

Telecom extends free calls deal in ChCh

Wed, 9th Mar 2011
#
uc
#
dr
#
cloud services
Telecom announces extension of free call offer for Christchurch residents, rivalling 2degrees' recent free calling concession.
Murray wood normal1

Renaissance issues Murray Wood statement

Tue, 8th Mar 2011
#
dr
#
apple
#
cloud services
Renaissance mourns the tragic death of board member Murray Wood, a victim of the Christchurch earthquake, extending deep sympathies to his family.
3d vert rgb 28high211111

Orcon goes live in Palmerston North

Tue, 8th Mar 2011
#
dr
#
cloud services
#
earthquakes
Orcon completes its unbundling in Palmerston North, offering local loop services despite minor delays linked to events in Christchurch.
2degrees411

Free calls for 2degrees Christchurch customers

Mon, 7th Mar 2011
#
uc
#
dr
#
cloud services
2degrees offers 30 free calling minutes to customers in quake-hit Christchurch, aiding communication in challenging times.
Gettyimages 509041912

Renaissance distribution continues to shrink

Thu, 3rd Mar 2011
#
dr
#
apple
#
cloud services
Renaissance shifts away from distribution, seeking to 'own' the customer; Chairman Colin Giffney outlines mixed results but sees right direction.
Fibre optique normal1

Fibre Watch: UFB on shaky ground

Thu, 3rd Mar 2011
#
uc
#
dr
#
cloud services
The fate of the project is uncertain as the government makes it clear its spending priorities have changed overnight.
Internetnz logo11

Govt considering UFB delay?

Wed, 2nd Mar 2011
#
uc
#
dr
#
cloud services
InternetNZ says the option to delay or scrap the UFB process is a possibility being considered by parts of government.
Telecom nz ceo paul reynolds1

Telecom CEO praises analogue phone response

Wed, 2nd Mar 2011
#
dr
#
cloud services
#
earthquakes
Telecom calls on New Zealanders to donate old landlines to help those without power following the Christchurch earthquake.
Vodafone 600 21

Vodafone Christchurch update - March 2nd

Wed, 2nd Mar 2011
#
uc
#
dr
#
cloud services
Vodafone supports Christchurch customers with free calls, waived fees, and aid packages after the quake, while expanding network capacity.
2degrees41

2degrees restores Christchurch network

Tue, 1st Mar 2011
#
uc
#
dr
#
cloud services
Company no longer experiencing network issues and is dealing with traffic well, says Chief Executive Eric Hertz.
Rackspace

Free managed cloud servers for ChCh businesses

Tue, 1st Mar 2011
#
dr
#
datacentre infrastructure
#
hcm
Rackspace is giving Christchurch IT businesses free managed cloud servers. Apply on their website to jump-start your recovery.
Redcross1

Kiwi app devs support New Zealand Red Cross appeal

Mon, 28th Feb 2011
#
dr
#
apps
#
apple
Kiwi app developers rally together to support Christchurch earthquake victims with proceeds from app sales. 100% goes to New Zealand Red Cross.
Blding front entrance 250

Oxygen IT, Maxnet offer Christchurch server collocation

Mon, 28th Feb 2011
#
virtualisation
#
dr
#
datacentre infrastructure
Christchurch-based computer firm Oxygen IT has teamed up with Maxnet to offer free server collocation to businesses affected by the earthquake.
2degrees4

2degrees Christchurch network - If it's important, call

Fri, 25th Feb 2011
#
uc
#
dr
#
cloud services
2degrees Christchurch network restoration progresses; CEO urges to make important calls as service stabilizes, despite possible fluctuations.
Image0018

March 8th census cancelled

Fri, 25th Feb 2011
#
dr
#
cloud services
#
earthquakes
New Zealand cancels March 8th census due to Canterbury quake, citing concern for residents and staff impact. Govt explores alternatives.
Tomi

Free wi-fi for Christchurch

Fri, 25th Feb 2011
#
dr
#
wireless networks
#
cloud services
Christchurch's wi-fi hotspots are now free, thanks to Tomizone's initiative to help locals access information and news.
Seismograph

Latest Christchurch communications updates

Thu, 24th Feb 2011
#
uc
#
dr
#
cloud services
NZ telcos issue fresh updates in Christchurch, focusing on restoring services and supporting the community amidst changing situations.
Microsoft 22

Microsoft issues Christchurch customer update

Thu, 24th Feb 2011
#
dr
#
microsoft
#
cloud services
Microsoft NZ steps up with free support for those hit by the Christchurch quake, aiding in IT recovery efforts for affected consumers and businesses.
Census

People encouraged to fill out census form online

Thu, 24th Feb 2011
#
dr
#
cloud services
#
earthquakes
Update: Statistics Minister Maurice Williamson and Government Statistician Geoff Bascand have announced the March 8th census will not be held.
Gettyimages 687459070

MagnumMac Founder Murray Wood missing in quake - Updated

Thu, 24th Feb 2011
#
apple
#
renaissance
#
magnummac
MagnumMac founder Murray Wood is presumed dead following the Christchurch earthquake as reports indicate he was in the collapsed CTV building.