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Key ducks but can't avoid High Court Chorus slap
Supply Chain

Key ducks but can't avoid High Court Chorus slap

The High Court's decision forces John Key's government to accept the Commerce Commission's pricing for copper, despite pushback and industry fears.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2014
Vodafone stung with $270k refund over dodgy broadband ad
Unified Communications

Vodafone stung with $270k refund over dodgy broadband ad

Vodafone NZ has settled with Commerce Commission, after customers were not informed of terms and received charges for Broadband Lite service.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 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
Can 2degrees block the 4G spectrum sale to Vodafone, Telecom?
Unified Communications

Can 2degrees block the 4G spectrum sale to Vodafone, Telecom?

2degrees urges Commerce Commission to block 4G spectrum sale to rivals Vodafone and Telecom, fearing stifled competition.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
Vodafone seeks clearance to acquire radio spectrum
Unified Communications

Vodafone seeks clearance to acquire radio spectrum

Vodafone NZ bids to acquire extra 700 MHz spectrum, eyeing a stronger foothold in 4G network development amidst digital TV switchover.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2013
Commerce Commission issues Sky with telco warning
Commerce Commission

Commerce Commission issues Sky with telco warning

Commission issues warning regarding Sky's contracts with telco retail service providers, claiming the deals likely harmed competition.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2013
Students and schools could be affected by 'copper tax'
Unified Communications

Students and schools could be affected by 'copper tax'

New Zealand schools and students could face steep internet costs as proposed 'copper tax' may shift NZD $600 million to broadband provider, Chorus.

By Rebecca Wood • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Sep 2013
Sky TV seals Vodafone resale and distribution deal
Unified Communications

Sky TV seals Vodafone resale and distribution deal

Sky TV has inked a deal with Vodafone, merging separate resale and distribution agreements, boosting Sky TV shares by 1.3% to NZD $5.30.

By Pattrick Smellie • 1 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2013
Vodafone changes ad, Telecom drops court case
Gaming

Vodafone changes ad, Telecom drops court case

Telecom drops high court case against rival telco following a number of changes to Vodafone's 'SuperNet' advertising campaign.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2013

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ComCom consults on cost of capital for telecommunications price reviews
Commerce Commission

ComCom consults on cost of capital for telecommunications price reviews

ComCom invites feedback on its approach for telecoms pricing, scrutinizing how capital costs impact rates for key broadband services.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2014
Chorus puts up proposal for copper line pricing
Unified Communications

Chorus puts up proposal for copper line pricing

Chorus floats new approach on copper line regulation to the Commerce Commission, aiming to streamline cost evaluations and quell pricing disputes.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2014
Commerce Commission to determine Chorus copper network pricing
Unified Communications

Commerce Commission to determine Chorus copper network pricing

Commerce Commission outlines process to set pricing for Chorus' copper network, aiming for final rate by 1 December based on NZ costs.

By David Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2014
Auckland car salesman fined $12k over 'dishonest' Trade Me bids
Commerce Commission

Auckland car salesman fined $12k over 'dishonest' Trade Me bids

Craig James Rutherford has been fined $12,100 in the Auckland District Court after shill bidding during the sale of cars on the Trade Me auction website.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2013
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
Commission releases final decision on Chorus' copper pricing
Unified Communications

Commission releases final decision on Chorus' copper pricing

The Commerce Commission has set the cost of Chorus' UBA service at $10.92 per line per month, effective from 1 December 2014.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2013
Commission releases draft Telco Development Levy
Unified Communications

Commission releases draft Telco Development Levy

The Commerce Commission's draft determination outlines the GBP £32 million Telecommunications Development Levy for 2012/13, impacting 22 providers.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2013
To acquire or not to acquire? That is the question
Commerce Commission

To acquire or not to acquire? That is the question

NZ Commerce Commission updates merger guidelines to reflect case law and international practices, balancing benefits and competition.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 26th Jul 2013