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Boost for NZ broadband as Chorus invests mega-bucks in Alcatel-Lucent
Unified Communications

Boost for NZ broadband as Chorus invests mega-bucks in Alcatel-Lucent

Chorus has today announced a new set of broadband products designed to deliver more choices for the telecommunications industry and a clear path to fibre.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 14th May 2014
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
Copper, fibre or network for long-range installations?
Digital Signage

Copper, fibre or network for long-range installations?

Gerben Romijn, LevelOne CSO of international networking, weights up the benefits of fibre versus copper for your customers long range digital signage.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Dec 2013
Govt: Negative copper pricing comments no surprise
Unified Communications

Govt: Negative copper pricing comments no surprise

Govt shrugs off criticism on copper pricing, with no parliamentary support expected. Amy Adams eyes non-legislative routes amidst challenges.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
Labour calls for 'international expert' to assess Chorus financial probe
Unified Communications

Labour calls for 'international expert' to assess Chorus financial probe

An international expert should be brought in to conduct the independent assessment of Chorus' financial position, according to opposition party Labour.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2013
Orcon to pass on full copper price reduction to customers
Unified Communications

Orcon to pass on full copper price reduction to customers

Orcon CEO Greg McAlister has reiterated the company's commitment to lower broadband prices and promises to pass on any copper savings directly to consumers.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2013
Chorus credit rating on review for possible downgrade
Unified Communications

Chorus credit rating on review for possible downgrade

Moody's reviews Chorus for downgrade after regulator slashes copper line charges, heightening financial pressure on the telecom.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Nov 2013

Stories from Other Regions

Commerce Commission releases draft Chorus FPP prices
Chorus

Commerce Commission releases draft Chorus FPP prices

Chorus may face an $80m annual EBITDA reduction as the Commerce Commission proposes new copper line and broadband service prices.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Dec 2014
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
Commission consults on approach to copper cost modelling
Chorus

Commission consults on approach to copper cost modelling

Commerce Commission invites feedback on cost modelling proposals for UCLL and UBA services, aiming for fair telecom pricing.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Jul 2014
Labour praises 'sensible' final copper pricing delay...
Government

Labour praises 'sensible' final copper pricing delay...

Commerce Commission extends consultation on final pricing for copper-based broadband, earning support from Labour's ICT spokeswoman.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 23rd May 2014
Chorus braces for $10m earnings hit…
Chorus

Chorus braces for $10m earnings hit…

Chorus faces a $10m hit to 2014 earnings after a Commerce Commission decision hikes copper line component prices, backdating charges.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Apr 2014
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
Key hints at Chorus contract renegotiation
Unified Communications

Key hints at Chorus contract renegotiation

PM John Key hints at Chorus contract renegotiation amid a billion-dollar shortfall, ensuring ultra-fast broadband project's progress.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
Chorus files High Court appeal over copper price ruling
Unified Communications

Chorus files High Court appeal over copper price ruling

Chorus appeals in High Court against Commerce Commission's copper pricing, challenging the narrow basis and its massive impact on its services.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 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