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Testing begins at Vodafone's first 5G site in Christchurch
Unified Communications

Testing begins at Vodafone's first 5G site in Christchurch

The new 4G cell site will increase the area's access to communication services, with boosted mobile phone reception and data speeds faster than 3G.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2019
Commerce Commission seeks to upgrade NZ's emergency calling code
Unified Communications

Commerce Commission seeks to upgrade NZ's emergency calling code

New Zealand regulator proposes rules to protect consumers during power cuts as country shifts to new telecom technologies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Sep 2019
Telcos in the hot seat after ComCom lays charges
Unified Communications

Telcos in the hot seat after ComCom lays charges

The Commerce Commission charges CallPlus, Flip, and Orcon with 13 counts of false invoicing, claiming they billed customers past contract termination dates.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2019
ComCom wants to know what you think of your phone and broadband service
Unified Communications

ComCom wants to know what you think of your phone and broadband service

The Commerce Commission wants your feedback on telco services following new Telecommunications Act changes aimed at enhancing service quality.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2019
Vodafone, Vocus welcome Com Com scrutiny on unbundled broadband
Unified Communications

Vodafone, Vocus welcome Com Com scrutiny on unbundled broadband

The Commerce Commission's scrutiny on unbundled broadband pricing is a step in the right direction, according to Vocus Group and Vodafone.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2019
NZ's broadband is reliable enough to stream video, says ComCom study
Unified Communications

NZ's broadband is reliable enough to stream video, says ComCom study

New Zealand's broadband services are holding their own when it comes to deliver video streaming services like Netflix and YouTube.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2019
Telco backhaul services: ComCom says no further intervention required
Unified Communications

Telco backhaul services: ComCom says no further intervention required

Backhaul services in New Zealand do not require further regulatory intervention, according to the Commerce Commission.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2019
MyRepublic in hot water over levy requirements
Commerce Commission

MyRepublic in hot water over levy requirements

The Commerce Commission has formally warned MyRepublic for not meeting TDL obligations, crucial for vital telecom services, impacting levy distributions.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Jun 2019
What the future of fibre looks like in NZ
Chorus

What the future of fibre looks like in NZ

Commerce Commission plans new fibre network rules, ensuring fair pricing and quality service for NZ consumers.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 21st May 2019
Infratil seeks clearance to acquire up to 50% stake in Vodafone NZ
Commerce Commission

Infratil seeks clearance to acquire up to 50% stake in Vodafone NZ

Infratil seeks approval from the Commerce Commission to acquire up to 50% of Vodafone New Zealand, with Brookfield Asset Management to own the rest.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 21st May 2019
Slingshot warned for misleading discount claims
Commerce Commission

Slingshot warned for misleading discount claims

Slingshot faces a warning from the Commerce Commission, accused of misleading customers about a 10% discount for bundling broadband and electricity services.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Mar 2019
Vector penalised $3.5 million for excessive levels of power outages
Vector

Vector penalised $3.5 million for excessive levels of power outages

Auckland's Vector Limited has been fined $3.575m for excessive power outages, breaching network quality standards.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Mar 2019
ComCom releases findings from fibre services study
Unified Communications

ComCom releases findings from fibre services study

The Commerce Commision has released the summary report for its study to inform the development of regulations for Chorus and other fibre companies.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Dec 2018
Commerce Commission report shows fibre is hot on the heels of copper
Network Infrastructure

Commerce Commission report shows fibre is hot on the heels of copper

The report shows that as of 30 September 2018 there were 668,850 households and businesses connected to fibre, an increase of 45% from 2017.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Dec 2018

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ComCom says its time to deregulate copper voice services
Commerce Commission

ComCom says its time to deregulate copper voice services

The Commerce Commission has cited the range of alternative voice offerings and shrinking consumer numbers as reasons to let Spark take the reigns.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Jul 2019
Commission warns Spark for misleading in-contract customers
Commerce Commission

Commission warns Spark for misleading in-contract customers

The warning follows an investigation into representations Spark made on its website and in emails in August and September 2018.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2019
Infratil throws its hat into the buyer's market for Vodafone NZ
Commerce Commission

Infratil throws its hat into the buyer's market for Vodafone NZ

Infratil eyes Vodafone NZ buy amid stiff competition and turbulent times, as the telco faces mass layoffs, fines, and leadership changes.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 13th May 2019
Commerce Commission cautions consumers following High Court's Viagogo decision
Commerce Commission

Commerce Commission cautions consumers following High Court's Viagogo decision

The Commerce Commission warns consumers to be vigilant when purchasing event tickets online after the High Court dismissed its injunction bid against Viagogo.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Feb 2019