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One NZ ends 2G and 3G network services across New Zealand
Unified Communications

One NZ ends 2G and 3G network services across New Zealand

One NZ has switched off its 2G and 3G networks nationwide, freeing spectrum for faster 4G and 5G and leaving holdouts needing new phones.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2026
One New Zealand adopts Highlight to boost service visibility
Digital Transformation

One New Zealand adopts Highlight to boost service visibility

One New Zealand adopts Highlight to give managed network customers clearer, data-driven visibility of performance, capacity and service levels.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Mar 2026
New Zealand's economy is wasting women's leadership
Human Capital Management

New Zealand's economy is wasting women's leadership

New Zealand's economy is squandering vital leadership potential by sidelining female, Māori and Pasifika leaders in key decision-making roles.

By Juliet Jones • 5 min read • Thu, 5th Mar 2026
One NZ adds satellite data & WhatsApp calling service
Unified Communications

One NZ adds satellite data & WhatsApp calling service

One NZ extends Starlink-powered satellite service with limited data apps and WhatsApp calling for eligible phones beyond mobile coverage.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd Feb 2026
One NZ sees festive mobile data & satellite use surge
Unified Communications

One NZ sees festive mobile data & satellite use surge

One NZ logs 17.4% New Year mobile data spike and 50% holiday satellite user jump as Kiwis head off-grid and demand always-on coverage.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
One NZ begins phased 3G shutdown, starting Dunedin
Network Infrastructure

One NZ begins phased 3G shutdown, starting Dunedin

One NZ is beginning a phased shutdown of its 3G network in Dunedin from tomorrow, reallocating spectrum to boost 4G and 5G services.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Jan 2026
One NZ marks one year of Starlink-powered texts
Agricultural Technology

One NZ marks one year of Starlink-powered texts

One NZ marks a year of Starlink texts with 7m messages sent and 700,000 customers now able to connect beyond standard mobile coverage.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Dec 2025
AI-powered agent cuts analysis time by 80% at One New Zealand
Digital Transformation

AI-powered agent cuts analysis time by 80% at One New Zealand

One New Zealand's AI-powered Network Concierge cuts network complaint analysis time by 80%, speeding up resolutions and improving service during outages.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
AI adoption could boost NZ productivity by NZD $108 billion by 2038
EduTech

AI adoption could boost NZ productivity by NZD $108 billion by 2038

AI could boost New Zealand's productivity by NZD $108 billion by 2038, doubling current rates through improved skills, infrastructure, and public sector digitisation.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
One New Zealand unveils sustainable office in Wynyard Quarter
Power / Energy

One New Zealand unveils sustainable office in Wynyard Quarter

One New Zealand has opened a sustainable office in Auckland's Wynyard Quarter, blending flexible workspaces with Māori culture and eco-friendly design.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025
Lancom backs Whānau Day 2025 to inspire Auckland youth in tech
Hyperscale

Lancom backs Whānau Day 2025 to inspire Auckland youth in tech

Lancom Technology backs Whānau Day 2025 in Auckland to inspire over 1,000 youths and families towards careers in the tech sector through hands-on activities and talks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Oct 2025
Sixty years of Sugarloaf: Christchurch's vital TV tower legacy
Kordia

Sixty years of Sugarloaf: Christchurch's vital TV tower legacy

Christchurch's Sugarloaf transmission tower celebrates 60 years, remaining vital for TV, radio, emergency services, and digital connectivity across Canterbury.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025
One NZ & DOC partner to boost high-tech conservation efforts
Clean technologies

One NZ & DOC partner to boost high-tech conservation efforts

One New Zealand partners with the Department of Conservation to boost connectivity and tech for DOC rangers, enhancing conservation across remote New Zealand areas.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2025
Motorola & One NZ launch 5G phones with satellite TXT support
Motorola

Motorola & One NZ launch 5G phones with satellite TXT support

Motorola and One New Zealand launch 4G and 5G phones with satellite TXT support, aiding connectivity as the 3G network retires this year.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 12th Aug 2025
One New Zealand invests NZD $100 million, wins top network award
Mobile data

One New Zealand invests NZD $100 million, wins top network award

One New Zealand secures 'Best in Test' mobile network award for the fourth year after investing NZD $100 million in 4G and 5G upgrades nationwide.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025
One New Zealand & Starlink launch nationwide IoT satellite network
Unified Communications

One New Zealand & Starlink launch nationwide IoT satellite network

One New Zealand and Starlink launch IoT satellite network providing SMS and data coverage nationwide, including 40% of the country lacking cell towers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Jun 2025
New Zealand urged to boost digital strategy & address tech gaps
Digital Transformation

New Zealand urged to boost digital strategy & address tech gaps

The Technology Users Association urges New Zealand to boost its digital strategy, tackling cybersecurity and tech skills gaps to remain globally competitive.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Mercury enhances services with One NZ fibre network upgrade
Unified Communications

Mercury enhances services with One NZ fibre network upgrade

Mercury is upgrading its services by partnering with One NZ to enhance its fibre network, aiming for greater capacity and improved reliability across New Zealand.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025

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