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Govt extends free UFB connections
Unified Communications

Govt extends free UFB connections

UK Government extends agreement with Chorus for free residential connections to the Ultra-Fast Broadband network.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Oct 2016
Chorus strikes up early Crown Fibre funding deal
Unified Communications

Chorus strikes up early Crown Fibre funding deal

Conditional gives Chorus the option to bring forward part of CFH's existing investment funding earlier in the build of the ultra-fast broadband (UFB) network.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2014
How does the UFB network work?
Unified Communications

How does the UFB network work?

New Zealand Government's Ultra-Fast Broadband (UFB) policy is to accelerate the rollout of ultra-fast broadband to 75% of Kiwis by the end of 2019...

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 11th Jul 2012
Launch of UFB services to transform the way business is done
Unified Communications

Launch of UFB services to transform the way business is done

Enable launches UFB services in Canterbury, promising up to 40% lower costs for businesses and high-speed broadband for homes.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Mar 2012
Why Crown Fibre Holdings must go
Unified Communications

Why Crown Fibre Holdings must go

Telecommunications companies in New Zealand are calling for the government to scrap Crown Fibre Holdings over delays in the Ultra Fast Broadband initiative.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Feb 2012
Ultra Fast Broadband
Unified Communications

Ultra Fast Broadband

UltraFast Fibre Limited and Northpower Limited's expansions bring ultra-fast broadband to various regions, starting in Whangarei by Christmas 2010.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Nov 2011
Fibre Watch: Shirty Politicians
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Fibre Watch: Shirty Politicians

Labour's Claire Curran sent packing from debating chamber for wearing Highlanders rugby jersey. https://bit.ly/2EsoJen.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Jun 2011

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Kiwis 'another step' closer to better broadband with latest deal
Unified Communications

Kiwis 'another step' closer to better broadband with latest deal

Chorus and Crown Fibre Holdings agree that residential installations of UFB will continue until the end of 2019.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Oct 2016
Inside the Kiwi UFB experience: White Island Tours
Unified Communications

Inside the Kiwi UFB experience: White Island Tours

New Zealand's Ultra-Fast Broadband Initiative brings high-speed fibre to 75% of homes and businesses in 10 years.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
Inside the Kiwi UFB experience: Tips for businesses wanting UFB at home
Unified Communications

Inside the Kiwi UFB experience: Tips for businesses wanting UFB at home

New Zealand's Ultra-Fast Broadband Initiative brings high-speed fibre to 19 towns and cities, benefiting businesses and homes alike.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Sep 2016
Inside the Kiwi UFB experience - Icehouse & Andy Hamilton
Unified Communications

Inside the Kiwi UFB experience - Icehouse & Andy Hamilton

New Zealand's Ultra-Fast Broadband Initiative aims to bring high-speed fibre to 75% of homes and businesses over 10 years.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Sep 2016
Inside the Kiwi UFB experience - Installing UFB to a business
Unified Communications

Inside the Kiwi UFB experience - Installing UFB to a business

New Zealand businesses are benefiting from the Ultra-Fast Broadband Initiative, with fibre installation taking just over a week.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Sep 2016
Inside the Kiwi UFB experience - Atihau Whanganui Corporation
Unified Communications

Inside the Kiwi UFB experience - Atihau Whanganui Corporation

Atihau Whanganui Corporation thrives as Ultra-Fast Broadband revolutionises rural business operations across New Zealand.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Tue, 20th Sep 2016
Inside the Kiwi UFB experience - Different Graphic Design & Jeff Oliver Print
Unified Communications

Inside the Kiwi UFB experience - Different Graphic Design & Jeff Oliver Print

New Zealand's Ultra-Fast Broadband Initiative brings high-speed fibre to homes and businesses. Businesses already benefiting.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Thu, 15th Sep 2016
Inside the Kiwi UFB experience - Skyline Enterprises
Unified Communications

Inside the Kiwi UFB experience - Skyline Enterprises

Skyline Enterprises leverages New Zealand's Ultra-Fast Broadband Initiative, enhancing operations and guest services across its multinational tourism ventures.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Sep 2016
Govt wants to limit UFB involvement, English says
Government

Govt wants to limit UFB involvement, English says

Government fears prolonged involvement in New Zealand's ultra-fast broadband network could distort its value, says Finance Minister Bill English.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jul 2015
Is taxpayer cash being used to plug Chorus' copper hole?
Unified Communications

Is taxpayer cash being used to plug Chorus' copper hole?

Chorus accused of using taxpayer money intended for fibre network to plug revenue gaps, says Labour's ICT spokesperson.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Jul 2014
Govt welcomes Chorus / Crown Fibre UFB deal...
Unified Communications

Govt welcomes Chorus / Crown Fibre UFB deal...

New agreement allows Chorus to bring forward funding for Ultra-Fast Broadband in New Zealand, but no increase in payment.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Jul 2014