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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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One NZ adds rooftop solar to power Christchurch data

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One NZ installs its first major rooftop solar array to help power a Christchurch data centre and nearby stadium mobile coverage site.
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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.
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New Zealand Loyalty Association launches with national study

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New Zealand Loyalty Association debuts to unite brands and launches nation's most comprehensive loyalty study ahead of 2026 summit.
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One New Zealand adopts Highlight to boost service visibility

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One New Zealand adopts Highlight to give managed network customers clearer, data-driven visibility of performance, capacity and service levels.
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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

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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 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.
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One NZ begins phased 3G shutdown, starting Dunedin

Mon, 19th Jan 2026
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One NZ is beginning a phased shutdown of its 3G network in Dunedin from tomorrow, reallocating spectrum to boost 4G and 5G services.
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Rocket Mobile wins Best Value mobile award again

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Rocket Mobile has clinched Best Value Mobile Provider at the 2025 NZ Compare Awards, marking its third straight win in New Zealand.
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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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One NZ speeds up network repairs with Amazon Bedrock powered AI

Tue, 2nd Dec 2025
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One NZ uses Amazon Bedrock-powered AI to speed network repairs, cutting analysis time by 80% and improving response during outages and storms.
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DEFEND wins global Microsoft award as cyber threats surge in NZ

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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New Zealand cybersecurity firm DEFEND wins Microsoft's Global Security Partner of the Year amid rising cyber threats to public and private sectors.
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One New Zealand unveils sustainable office in Wynyard Quarter

Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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One New Zealand has opened a sustainable office in Auckland's Wynyard Quarter, blending flexible workspaces with Māori culture and eco-friendly design.
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Swyftx becomes first crypto sponsor of Super Rugby Pacific teams

Mon, 13th Oct 2025
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Brisbane-based digital asset platform Swyftx has become the first cryptocurrency sponsor of New Zealand's Super Rugby Pacific teams.
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New service boosts network visibility for emergency services

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New Zealand emergency services gain real-time and forecast cellular network visibility via Next Generation Critical Communications' new service aiding operational planning.
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Motorola & One NZ launch 5G phones with satellite TXT support

Tue, 12th Aug 2025
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Motorola and One New Zealand launch 4G and 5G phones with satellite TXT support, aiding connectivity as the 3G network retires this year.
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One NZ & Advantai Group partner to boost branded mobile services

Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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One NZ and Advantai Group partner exclusively to help NZ brands launch branded mobile services faster and cheaper using One NZ's award-winning network.
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Steven Lawrence named Chief Technical Director at NGCC

Mon, 14th Jul 2025
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Steven Lawrence has been appointed Chief Technical Director at NGCC to lead New Zealand's Public Safety Network cellular services expansion.