Broadband stories - Page 24
In two words, Broadband is a fast connection. To the internet, of course. While ‘fast’ isn’t generally defined as it is a moving target (what was considered fast 5 years ago isn’t considered fast today), Broadband generally refers to the fastest available consumer connections regardless of technology type. Wireless networks or fibre networks are equally described as ‘Broadband connections’, often prefixed as ‘wireless Broadband’ or ‘Fibre Broadband’. The name derives from the broad array of technologies available for the creation of a high-capacity internet connection.
Funding up for grabs for Dunedin startups
Thu, 22nd Oct 2015
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Dunedin startup companies relying on UFB are being urged to apply for funding made possible by the city's Gigatown win.
Labour slams Govt. rural broadband scheme
Thu, 22nd Oct 2015
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Labour criticizes the Govt's flawed rural broadband scheme, as regions struggle with dismal internet access, stifling growth.
Neglect of Northland's internet speed disgraceful, says Winston
Wed, 21st Oct 2015
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New Zealand First calls out Government over Northland internet speeds; Chorus has no funds to upgrade, says Winston Peters.
NBN releases new rollout plan
Fri, 16th Oct 2015
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The NBN has released a new three-year construction plan with construction to 7.5 million premises due to start in the next three years.
1 in 20 NZ broadband connections through fibre
Fri, 16th Oct 2015
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Fibre broadband is doubling in popularity among Kiwis, now making up 1 in 20 connections, with over 100,000 fibre-optic setups nationwide.
Christchurch's fibre love continues as rollout passes halfway
Thu, 15th Oct 2015
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Enable has completed more than 50% of its fibre rollout across Christchurch, with families and small businesses among those taking up the offering.
Council ups it game on its Government UFB bid
Tue, 13th Oct 2015
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South Taranaki District Council is seeking feedback on an initiative to establish a Digital Development Fund of up to $1 million.
Hamilton's Ultrafast Fibre takes out Deloitte Fast 50 award
Wed, 7th Oct 2015
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The Hamilton-based fibre company took out the Deloitte Fast 50 Regional Award for Fastest Growing Technology Business in the Central North Island.
Need for speed: NZ pulls ahead of Australia in internet speeds
Mon, 28th Sep 2015
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New Zealand's average internet connection speeds are slowly inching their way upwards, while our broadband penetration has also taken a leap forward.
Ruapehu makes a play for second broadband investment round
Mon, 28th Sep 2015
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Ruapehu submits plan to government to be included in next broadband and mobile investment round. Council highlights benefits of inclusion.
Are retail broadband prices set to drop further?
Thu, 24th Sep 2015
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Despite hopes, NZ and AU broadband prices unlikely to fall, as market hits cost floor and ISPs face narrow margins.
NBN launches FTTN, promises 'very high speeds' still achieveable
Mon, 21st Sep 2015
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The NBN has launched its commercial fibre to the node product, saying 'most' end-users on the trial got wholesale speeds of 100Mbps download.
Tasman district moves ahead with broadband funding application
Mon, 21st Sep 2015
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The Tasman District Council has submitted its Digital Enablement Planas part of its application for Government broadband funding.
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Fri, 18th Sep 2015
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NZ First calls out government on rural broadband in Southland
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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While the government claims its Rural Broadband Initiative is a success in Southland, their two local MPs say it's a failure, according to NZ First.
Telstra takes on $30 million NT co-investment project
Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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Telstra inks a $30 million co-investment deal with the Northern Territory Government to provide broadband and 3G mobile to remote NT locations.
Central Otago towns make Government's UFB list
Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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Wanaka, Lake Hawea, Alexandra, Cromwell and Clyde are among about 110 towns identified as potential areas for inclusion for UFB expansion.
Coromandel towns make Government's long UFB list
Thu, 3rd Sep 2015
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Five Coromandel towns have made the Government's list of potential towns to receive funding for ultra-fast broadband.
Local Government NZ welcomes UFB tender
Wed, 2nd Sep 2015
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Local Government NZ welcomes release of tender for second stage of UFB programme, calls for coverage across as many communities as possible.
Bids open for Government's UFB expansion
Tue, 1st Sep 2015
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The New Zealand government has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) to extend broadband coverage to at least 80% of the population.