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The Warehouse has 'absolutely no intention' of buying Orcon
Unified Communications

The Warehouse has 'absolutely no intention' of buying Orcon

The Warehouse Group has absolutely no intention of being involved in the bid and due diligence activity for Orcon, according to company CEO Mark Powell.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sat, 15th Mar 2014
State of Orcon; Who's buying…?
Unified Communications

State of Orcon; Who's buying…?

Following increased media speculation that Orcon is being touted to buyers, more details of the alleged sale surfaced over the weekend.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Mar 2014
State of Orcon; Timeline of events…
Unified Communications

State of Orcon; Timeline of events…

Orcon, NZ's ISP previously owned by Kordia, is back on the market under a year after being sold to Kiwi business group. #TechNews #OrconSale.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Mar 2014
Five bids come in for under-fire Orcon…
Unified Communications

Five bids come in for under-fire Orcon…

Orcon sparks bidding war: 2degrees, CallPlus, and The Warehouse among the top contenders for the ISP, reports say.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2014
Flip becomes one of the fastest growing ISPs
Unified Communications

Flip becomes one of the fastest growing ISPs

Flip, a NZ broadband disruptor, eclipses 10,000 customers in a year with its unique model and competitive pricing, reshaping the ISP landscape.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2014
Telco welcomes Slingshot convictions for “slamming” of Telecom customers
Unified Communications

Telco welcomes Slingshot convictions for “slamming” of Telecom customers

Telecom is pleased that Callplus Services Limited, trading as Slingshot, has been convicted and fined $250,000 for illegal 'slamming' practices.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2013
Slingshot fined $250,000 for “slamming” customers
Commerce Commission

Slingshot fined $250,000 for “slamming” customers

Slingshot fined £250,000 for misleading customers and switching services without consent, impacting competition in the telecoms market.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2013
Copper Tax proposal heads to court
Unified Communications

Copper Tax proposal heads to court

CallPlus challenges the government's Copper Tax proposal in court, arguing it disregards critical factors impacting competition and customers.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2013
UFB without contract on offer for schools
Unified Communications

UFB without contract on offer for schools

Telecommunications company CallPlus is offering New Zealand schools a zero term contract for ultra-fast broadband (UFB).

By Rebecca Wood • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2013
Cambridge connects to UFB
Unified Communications

Cambridge connects to UFB

Cambridge leaps into the future as Ultrafast Fibre launches in the CBD, offering businesses ultra-fast broadband services.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 26th Nov 2012
Unlimited ultrafast broadband = unlimited potential
Unified Communications

Unlimited ultrafast broadband = unlimited potential

The delivery of unmetered ultrafast broadband connectivity to New Zealand's schools is a step into the future of education.

By Donovan Jackson • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd Oct 2012
CallPlus offers unlimited school internet
Unified Communications

CallPlus offers unlimited school internet

CallPlus pioneers in NZ by providing unlimited internet to schools, aiming to enhance education with its fibre packages and partnerships.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Jul 2012
CallPlus switching telcos
Unified Communications

CallPlus switching telcos

CallPlus and Slingshot ditch Vodafone for Telecom to boost mobile services with superior data plans and smartphone packages, aiming for growth.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 29th Sep 2011
Spoiled for choice
Wireless Networks

Spoiled for choice

Aucklanders and Rugby World Cup visitors can enjoy unlimited free wi-fi from CallPlus at 1000 hotspots, outmatching the city's existing service.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 8th Sep 2011

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CallPlus takes on the 'big boys' with new Orcon and Flip hires
Orcon

CallPlus takes on the 'big boys' with new Orcon and Flip hires

CallPlus Group appoints new leaders for Orcon and Flip brands, positioning the three CallPlus residential brands to challenge rivals.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Aug 2014
Done deal as Kiwi Internet Provider buys Orcon...
Orcon

Done deal as Kiwi Internet Provider buys Orcon...

CallPlus Group acquires Orcon, joining its portfolio of ISPs and boosting its market share to 15% in a strategic move to challenge leading providers.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2014
Kiwis will benefit provided the Govt don't intervene
Chorus

Kiwis will benefit provided the Govt don't intervene

The Commerce Commission's decision on ISP pricing for Chorus network use has been praised by CallPlus and Slingshot CEO Mark Callander.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2013
CallPlus to buy back unused minutes, data
Unified Communications

CallPlus to buy back unused minutes, data

CallPlus to pioneer refunds on unused mobile minutes and data, promising to curb overspending for New Zealand businesses.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 7th Mar 2012