Tag: telecommunications
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New Zealand Farmers Face Connectivity Crisis, Survey Reveals
A recent survey by Federated Farmers reveals that rural New Zealand is facing a connectivity crisis, requiring urgent action from mobile companies and the Government. The 2023 Rural Connectivity Survey, completed by over 600 farmers, highlights ongoing issues with mobile…
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentAustralasiaEconomyComputers and InternetTradeAgriculture Federated FarmersRural Connectivity SurveyMark HooperStarlinkNAITTelecommunications
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Cell Tower Damage Disrupts Emergency Calls in Northland
Police report overnight damage to transmission towers is impacting cell phone reception in Northland. Landlines remain operational. Affected areas include Tikitikioure, Taupo Bay, Domain Road, Karikari Central, Mangonui, Waimauku, Matapouri, Huruiki, and Helena Bay. Partner agencies are working to restore…
Law EnforcementDisasters Northlandcell phone receptiontransmission towersemergency servicespoliceinfrastructure damagetelecommunications