Chorus stories - Page 11

Small win for Chorus in Comcom draft decision on copper pricing
Tue, 2nd Dec 2014
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Regulated telecommunications network operator Chorus had a small win in its long-running stoush with the Commerce Commission over the prices it can.

Whanganui 'already a Gigatown', but congrats, Dunedin
Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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Whanganui says it could have triumphed in the Gigatown competition if it had been eligible, as it already offers gigabit speeds.

Dunedin named winner of Chorus Gigatown competition
Thu, 27th Nov 2014
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Dunedin wins Chorus Gigatown contest, set to be NZ's first with 1Gbps internet, boosting innovation with a $700k development fund.

Orcon reveals Gigatown launch plans ahead of tonight's Gigatown announcement
Wed, 26th Nov 2014
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Ahead of tonight's announcement, Orcon unveils its Gigatown plans, promising top-notch services and a free Roku 3 for ultra-fast internet users.

Chorus expects lower UFB build costs this year after signing new contracts
Tue, 25th Nov 2014
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Chorus, the regulated telecommunications network operator, expects cheaper costs for the roll-out of its ultrafast broadband network in the current.

Chorus reduces UFB connection cost guidance
Tue, 25th Nov 2014
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Chorus has signed new service company agreements for the cost of connections to its ultra-fast broadband network.

Wanaka to get locally funded UFB
Mon, 24th Nov 2014
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Chorus has teamed up with Wanaka businesses and Queenstown Lakes District Council to build a UFB network for the town's CBD.

Huge educational spinoffs if Timaru wins Gigatown competition
Thu, 13th Nov 2014
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Timaru's bid to win Gigatown could revolutionise education with the country's fastest internet, enhancing Aoraki Polytechnic's tech delivery.

Spark, Chorus and Vodafone to pay 90 percent of telco levy
Wed, 12th Nov 2014
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This morning the Commerce Commission has released its draft decision regarding the liability allocation for telecommunications providers.

Commerce Commission Chorus investigation on hold
Fri, 17th Oct 2014
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Commerce Commission halts investigation into Chorus' proposed UBA service changes after the telecom company paused its controversial plans.

Chorus connections up; Boost HD 'on hold'
Tue, 7th Oct 2014
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Chorus bolsters its network with 6,000 new lines, but puts its Boost HD initiative on hold amid regulatory challenges.

Where is the government's UFB rollout up to
Wed, 1st Oct 2014
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In a recent update, Chorus says New Zealand is ranked first for growth in fibre coverage from 2012 to 2013 worldwide.

How I would spend Chorus’ marketing dollar
Tue, 30th Sep 2014
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Gigatown marketing overshadows Chorus's core service issues, argues CEO, advocating better education and resource allocation for clarity.

Chorus outlines UBA and Boost proposals...
Fri, 19th Sep 2014
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Chorus submits to Commerce Commission, outlining the need for differentiated broadband services to meet growing demand.

Commission welcomes Chorus appeal judgement
Mon, 8th Sep 2014
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Commerce Commission welcomes Court of Appeal judgment on Chorus' appeal against benchmark cost-based pricing for UBA service.

Commission to investigate Chorus broadband complaint...
Tue, 22nd Jul 2014
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Commerce Commission probes Chorus' UBA service changes amid claims of a breach, affecting competition and service quality.

Is taxpayer cash being used to plug Chorus' copper hole?
Mon, 21st Jul 2014
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Chorus accused of using taxpayer money intended for fibre network to plug revenue gaps, says Labour’s ICT spokesperson.

Govt welcomes Chorus / Crown Fibre UFB deal...
Mon, 21st Jul 2014
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New agreement allows Chorus to bring forward funding for Ultra-Fast Broadband in New Zealand, but no increase in payment.

Chorus strikes up early Crown Fibre funding deal
Fri, 18th Jul 2014
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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.

Commission consults on approach to copper cost modelling
Wed, 9th Jul 2014
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Commerce Commission invites feedback on cost modelling proposals for UCLL and UBA services, aiming for fair telecom pricing.