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Spark New Zealand
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As New Zealand's largest telecommunications and digital services company, Spark's purpose is to help all of New Zealand win big in a digital world. Spark provides mobile, broadband and digital services to millions of New Zealanders and thousands of New Zealand businesses.
Spark New Zealand - Latest News [Page 10]
Spark completes first milestone in voice platform upgrade
Tuesday, 10 July 2018, 9:33 am | Spark NZ
Spark announced today that it has completed the first major milestone in its transition from the ageing Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) to a future-ready IP-based voice network dubbed the ‘Converged Communications Network’ (CCN). More >>
Spark acknowledges Commerce Commission proceedings
Monday, 9 July 2018, 9:15 am | Spark NZ
The New Zealand Commerce Commission has notified Spark that it intends to file court proceedings today against Spark under the Fair Trading Act 1986 in relation to three separate historical operational and billing issues. More >>
Spark NZ announces two additions to leadership squad
Monday, 2 July 2018, 9:53 am | Spark NZ
Spark New Zealand has announced today two additions to its leadership squad as the company commences its Agile way of working: More >>
Almost 20,000 people claim credits from Spark
Friday, 29 June 2018, 10:53 am | Spark NZ
Spark has so far refunded almost 20,000 former customers who had credits on their accounts. More >>
New Zealand broadband reaches crucial tipping point
Thursday, 21 June 2018, 9:22 am | Spark NZ
As of today, just over half of Spark's broadband customers have voted with their feet and moved off copper (ADSL and VDSL) onto new broadband technologies. Around 34% are now on fibre and 16% on wireless broadband (delivered over Spark’s 4G and ... More >>
Spark delivers to mid-range buyers with HUAWEI nova 3e
Thursday, 14 June 2018, 9:58 am | Spark NZ
Spark has today enriched its growing mid-range portfolio with the new HUAWEI nova 3e, which fuses high-end design and performance with exceptional value. Equipped with high-quality front and rear camera, maximum storage capability, 4GB RAM and ... More >>
Spark launches new digital-assessment tool for agri-sector
Tuesday, 12 June 2018, 1:03 pm | Spark
Spark, together with partner Digital Journey , has launched Spark Agri Assessment, a tool specifically for the agri-sector. The tool is a response to huge growth in Agribusinesses innovation, coupled with data showing below average uptake when compared ... More >>
Spark extends ‘Internet of Things’ coverage for fieldays
Tuesday, 5 June 2018, 10:51 am | Spark
Marcus Graham, Waikato farmer and co-founder of IoT company Knode says he will benefit from the new Spark IoT Low Power Network coverage More >>
Spark partners with SKY to offer FAN PASS
Friday, 1 June 2018, 9:10 am | Spark NZ
From today, Spark customers with an unlimited home broadband plan will be able to purchase SKY’s FAN PASS at a special rate – adding to the top-quality line-up of online entertainment options available to Spark customers. More >>
Cisco first collaborator to develop a 5G innovation hub
Tuesday, 29 May 2018, 11:20 am | Spark NZ
Spark announced today that Cisco is the first of several collaborators it will be working with to prepare and test the parameters for a 5G network in New Zealand. More >>
Spark and Revera join GovTech solutions initiative
Tuesday, 29 May 2018, 10:27 am | Spark NZ
Spark and Revera are putting their collective weight behind Creative HQ’s Lightning Lab GovTech programme, providing technology and consulting services to government agencies and local councils in an effort to establish Wellington as an innovative ... More >>
Spark takes steps to combat scammers
Monday, 23 April 2018, 9:36 am | Spark NZ
With scamming on the rise right around the world,[i] Spark is stepping up its efforts to lower the success rate of scam attempts by partnering with the New Zealand telecommunications industry to share scamming information, as well as renewing its focus on helping ... More >>
Spark and TVNZ to bring coverage of Rugby World Cup 2019
Monday, 16 April 2018, 8:45 am | Spark
Spark New Zealand and TVNZ to bring coverage of Rugby World Cup 2019 and other World Rugby tournaments to New Zealanders • New Zealanders will be able to view all RWC2019 matches live or on-demand via Spark streaming over their broadband or mobile connection. ... More >>
Spark delivers loaded value with Huawei P20 and P20 Pro
Friday, 13 April 2018, 9:33 am | Spark NZ
Spark has today announced that it will be offering the long-anticipated Huawei P20, with $250 account credit, both online at www.spark.co.nz and instore when customers purchase 24-month interest-free on all current pay monthly mobile plans. Those holding ... More >>
iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus (PRODUCT)RED Special Edition
Thursday, 12 April 2018, 12:54 pm | Spark NZ
Spark today announced it will offer iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus (PRODUCT)RED Special Edition, the new generation of iPhone in a stunning red finish. Both phones sport a beautiful glass enclosure, now in red, with a matching aluminum band and a sleek ... More >>
Spark opens up free WiFi for Auckland
Wednesday, 11 April 2018, 12:39 pm | Spark NZ
Due to the high number of cellphone towers currently offline across the Auckland region, Spark has opened up its WiFi network for Auckland. More >>
Spark expand security offering to enterprise
Wednesday, 11 April 2018, 10:14 am | Spark NZ
Spark is the first to be offering a suite of high-grade managed security services to businesses, based on the model Government agencies under Telecommunications as a Service (TaaS) use today. This expansion will make it easier than ever before for ... More >>
Spark update following storm
Wednesday, 11 April 2018, 9:29 am | Spark
Spark’s network has not sustained any physical damage as a result of the storm. However, due to power outages caused by the severe weather overnight, 50 Spark cellphone towers around the country are currently offline, and a number of others are running ... More >>
Spark and Skinny launching 240GB Wireless Broadband plans
Friday, 6 April 2018, 12:27 pm | Spark
Some wireless broadband customers can now access a massive 240GB of data for their broadband plan. Priced from $89.99 on Spark (available today, includes Spark’s Lightbox and Wifi offers) and from $59 on Skinny (available from mid-April), this ... More >>
Spark calls for entries to Tall Shorts Film Festival
Thursday, 29 March 2018, 1:39 pm | Spark
Spark calls for entries to inaugural Tall Shorts Film Festival Kiwi film icon Taika Waititi will judge the entries, with the winner taking home $10,000. More >>
