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Ultrafast Fibre completes 50,000th UFB connection, targets Kiwi business

Tue, 28th Jun 2016
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Ultrafast Fibre celebrates 50,000th connection to its UFB network, with CEO William Hamilton saying this reflects the company's strength as a trusted provider.
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Rotorua UFB rollout complete: 31 schools now faster than ever

Fri, 17th Jun 2016
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Chorus announces UFB rollout is complete in Rotorua, bringing the service to almost 27,000 schools, businesses, health services and residents.
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Geeks on Wheels lands in Dunedin

Tue, 24th May 2016
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Geeks on Wheels has launched in Dunedin in response to increased demand in the area following the rollout of UFB.
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Waiuku 17th New Zealand town to get ultra fast broadband

Thu, 19th May 2016
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The ultra-fast-broadband (UFB) installation complete in the Waikato town of Waiuku, potentially connecting over 3628 homes, schools & businesses.
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Case study: How did Ultrafast Fibre solve their communication issues?

Fri, 13th May 2016
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Ultrafast Fibre were trying to operate in a highly-competitive environment using a legacy phone system from the late 1990s - here's how they fixed it.
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It's official: 1.2 million Kiwis now have access to faster internet

Thu, 12th May 2016
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Over 1.2 million New Zealanders can now connect to faster internet, thanks to Ultra-Fast Broadband and Rural Broadband Initiative rollouts.
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Kordia speaks out against Chorus and NZ Telco infrastructure

Fri, 29th Apr 2016
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Investment in New Zealand's telecommunications industry drives innovation and benefits consumers, but recent changes may threaten competition and innovation.
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How do NZ's SMEs really feel about cyber security, connectivity and more?

Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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NZ SMEs grow wary of cyber threats, with 70% voicing concerns over security—up 10% in six months—MYOB survey discloses a shift toward digital savviness.
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Rolleston leading the pack in UFB adoption

Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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Rolleston sets the pace with over 50% Ultra-Fast Broadband uptake, outstripping national average and embodying 'town of the future' vision.
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Kiwis transfer their millionth mobile number

Wed, 20th Apr 2016
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Over 1 million mobile phone numbers have been transferred between operators since NZ introduced number porting in 2007.
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Fibre unbundling will unlock full potential of UFB, says Vodafone

Thu, 14th Apr 2016
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Vodafone is welcoming confirmation from the Government that the promise to open fibre networks to increased competition will remain.
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Hamilton's $85 million UFB build comes to an end

Fri, 8th Apr 2016
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Hamilton's major £85m UFB project concludes, weaving cutting-edge broadband across 63,000 premises, expediting local digital connectivity.
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Further changes to speed up apartment UFB connections

Fri, 8th Apr 2016
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Government announces reforms to speed up UFB connections for apartment dwellers. Changes aim to make it easier for residents to access UFB.
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Broadbandmap.nz: What technologies can you access?

Wed, 6th Apr 2016
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With the NZ UFB roll out making great headway, interest in what broadband technology you can get has never been stronger.
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Hamilton businesses encouraged to make the most of UFB

Mon, 4th Apr 2016
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Hamilton businesses are being encouraged to make the most of the opportunities presented by the completion of the city's UFB network.
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Chorus pushing away business with security review

Fri, 18th Mar 2016
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I had heard some rumblings about Chorus reviewing its financial security arrangements, asking for double the usual amount - today they did just that.
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It's official: Tauranga is all fibred up

Fri, 11th Mar 2016
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Tauranga becomes fifteenth urban area to complete Ultra-Fast Broadband rollout, with high uptake and investment of $75 million. #UFB.
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UFB 'game changer' for Kiwi school

Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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Hamilton's Southwell School hails UFB as a catalyst for innovative learning, showcasing its tech strides at 'Beyond Broadband' event.
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NZ's fastest growing city encouraged to utilise UFB

Wed, 2nd Mar 2016
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Mayor Stuart Crosby urges Tauranga residents and businesses to harness Ultra-Fast Broadband to maximise opportunities as the city continues rapid growth.
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UFB demand strong, says Amy Adams

Wed, 2nd Mar 2016
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One in five of New Zealand's eligible households, schools and businesses have connected to ultra fast broadband, says government.