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RBI taking off in the regions, according to Govt
Fri, 20th Nov 2015
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More than 270,000 rural addresses can now connect to the Rural Broadband Initiative, with 255,000 addresses able to connect to fixed wireless RBI.
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About to appear in court? Book a text message reminder for the day...
Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
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A new text message reminder service has gone live ensuring those appearing in court have one less excuse for failing to appear.
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Amy Adams shuts down Labour potshots at RBI
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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Labour Party criticizes government's rural broadband plans, claiming cable between Wairoa and Tuai serves only one company.
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Labour Party continues to bag on rural broadband initiative
Fri, 23rd Oct 2015
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The Labour Party says Minister Amy Adams is currently trying to contain the fallout from the Government’s $300 million rural broadband scheme.
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Labour slams Govt. rural broadband scheme
Thu, 22nd Oct 2015
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Labour criticizes the Govt's flawed rural broadband scheme, as regions struggle with dismal internet access, stifling growth.
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Victims info line open 24/7
Mon, 5th Oct 2015
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Victims Information Line now available 24/7, offering support to crime victims and their families in New Zealand. #justice #support.
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Bids open for Government's UFB expansion
Tue, 1st Sep 2015
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The New Zealand government has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) to extend broadband coverage to at least 80% of the population.
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Government's broadband rollout to support regional growth
Thu, 20th Aug 2015
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The Government's broadband plans are driving regional growth and innovation across New Zealand, say ministers.
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Deadline issued for council digital enablement plans
Thu, 20th Aug 2015
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Local authorities will have a month to outline how they will take advantage of new investment from the government’s broadband extension.
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More than 700,000 Kiwi homes and businesses have access to UFB
Mon, 10th Aug 2015
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The UFB rollout to schools is 96% complete with 2324 schools now able to connect, with all schools being able to connect by the end of the year.
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Government looks for support agency following Harmful Communications passing
Mon, 27th Jul 2015
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Government begins search for agency to help victims of cyberbullying under new law, says Justice Minister Amy Adams.
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Kiwis can now find NZ's best broadband with new, national map
Fri, 24th Jul 2015
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A national broadband map has been launched to help New Zealanders source the best broadband options available for their home or business.
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NZ's cyberbullying bill passes with huge party support
Wed, 1st Jul 2015
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The Harmful Digital Communications Bill has passed its third and final reading in Parliament, with an overwhelming cross-party support.
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Cyber bullying bill: Dark and sinister side to the internet
Mon, 29th Jun 2015
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Minister of Communications Amy Adams calls on Speaker of the House to prioritize Harmful Digital Communications Bill.
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Budget 2015 sees boost for NZ broadband initiatives
Thu, 21st May 2015
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Budget 2015 sets aside funding to deliver on the Government’s commitment to roll out world-class internet connectivity for New Zealanders.
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NZ ICT sector performance 'pleasing'
Fri, 15th May 2015
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New Zealand's ICT sector shows strong growth, contributing 1.7% to GDP and accounting for 25% of business R&D expenditure.
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UFB uptake on the up
Mon, 11th May 2015
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More than 85,000 Kiwis had made the move to ultra-fast broadband at the end of March, as the UFB project gains traction.
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Lifting the veil on NZ's cyberbullying bill
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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The Harmful Digital Communications Bill introduces a range of measures to address damaging online communications.
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Joan Withers named chair of Television New Zealand, replacing Walden
Tue, 17th Mar 2015
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Joan Withers takes the helm as chair of TVNZ amid a push for digital expansion, succeeding Wayne Walden in the role.
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Communications Minister Adams rolls out plan to extend UFB
Thu, 12th Mar 2015
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Communications Minister Amy Adams today made good on an election year pledge to extend the government's ultrafast broadband fibre network to more regi.
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New Zealand named champion of fibre connectivity
Mon, 9th Mar 2015
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New Zealand is officially number one among developed countries for growth of fibre connections, with an annual growth rate of 272%.
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UFB top of the agenda for Amy Adam's second term
Mon, 22nd Dec 2014
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Amy Adams focuses on ultrafast broadband (UFB) and digital inclusivity for NZ's small businesses in her second term as Minister of Communications.
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Chorus completes first Ultra-fast broadband town
Mon, 15th Dec 2014
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Chorus has today announced Oamaru is the first town in New Zealand to have its fibre network completed under Chorus’ ultra-fast broadband programme.
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Kiwi UFB uptake passes 10%
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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New Zealand's UFB uptake hits 10% as broadband connections surge by nearly 40% in the latest quarter, reveals Communications Minister Amy Adams.