Telecommunications
New Zealanders double Internet data usage in just a year
New Zealanders have doubled their use use of data in just a year. And as Eric Fykberg reports the Internet community is actually patting itself on the back about how this huge demand is being handled.
…Telecommunications industry welcomes government's review
The telecommunications industry is pleased with the government's efforts to improve the way it regulates communication services in the future. Audio
2Degrees makes full year loss, says it has enough cash to grow
New Zealand's third-largest telecommunications provider, 2Degrees, has reported a full year net loss, despite a strong increase in revenue associated with its new broadband business. Audio
TeamTalk founder resigns under stress
The founder and managing director of the telecommunications company, TeamTalk, has resigned after more than 20 years - due to stress and poor health. Audio
Telco industry positive on planned regulatory changes
The Government is planning changes for regulating the telecommunications sector from 2020. Audio
NZ not in danger - telecommunications companies
The heads of New Zealand's largest telecommunications companies are reassuring customers that the country isn't in danger of being cut off from the rest of the world by inadequate undersea cables. Audio
High price for NZ internet access, despite glowing report
Computer users say the price of the internet is still too high, despite strong praise for the industry at a special forum this morning.
Spark increases prices following increase in Chorus charges
Telecommunications company Spark has followed through with its promise to raise prices after the decision earlier this week setting Chorus's network line charges. Audio
Consumers set to pay more for broadband internet
The Commerce Commission has raised how much Chorus can charge internet service providers to connect to its network, which is likely to be passed on. Audio
Spark closing in on Vodafone as the mobile market leader
The phone and broadband retailer, Spark, says it's closing in on Vodafone in the mobile market, and expects to pass its rival and be number one within a year or so. Audio
Chorus hopes review will lift 'stranglehold'
Network company Chorus is welcoming a review of telecommunication rules, which it says have cost it money, dividends and shareholders.
Forget brand loyalty: Kiwis become brand promiscuous
The gas industry has joined phone companies, banks and electricity suppliers in feeling the sting of the fickle consumer.
Space security on the table in Wellington
Top military officials from the USA, UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand are meeting in Wellington to discuss activities in space.
Australia's Vocus to takeover NZ telco owner
New Zealand's largest telecommunications companies can expect to see increased competition as the Australian telecoms company Vocus Communications plans a 1.9 billion-Australian-dollar takeover of… Audio
Govt calls for telecommunications changes
The Government says the telecommunications industry is changing fast and state regulation needs to catch up fast. Audio
Review of NZ's telecommunications launched
A review of New Zealand's telecommunications will look at wholesale prices for fixed line services and the regulation of mobile phones and the radio spectrum.
Vodafone quadruples its losses
Vodafone has quadrupled its full year loss to $120 million from a $27 million loss the year before.
Spark appoints receivers to Mako Networks
Spark has appointed receivers to Mako Networks after the technology company was placed into liquidation last week.
Cheaper copper wire price hits Chorus profit
Chorus's full-year profit has been hit due to cheaper mandated copper wire prices.
Spark says demand for digital services will drive profit growth
Spark's boss is convinced the phone and broadband provider is now in the right shape to prosper. Audio
