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Boost Mobile celebrates 25 years with discounts & bonus data offers

Mon, 11th Aug 2025
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Boost Mobile marks 25 years in Australia with discounted SIMs and bonus data offers on prepaid plans using the Telstra network until October 2025.
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Spark launches kid-focused mobile plan with parental controls

Mon, 4th Aug 2025
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Spark launches the Kids Plan, a NZD $20 monthly mobile plan with parental controls and access to digital parenting resources for families.
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Rocket Mobile tops NZ value rankings for unlimited data plans

Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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Rocket Mobile offers New Zealand's cheapest unlimited data plans, topping the Commerce Commission's value rankings and challenging major network providers.
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UK mobile users could save £148 by switching plans

Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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70% of UK mobile users are overspending on the wrong contracts, with potential savings of £148 by switching to better plans, says BillMonitor.
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Felix mobile battles eco-friendly cost myths, expands into Coles

Tue, 19th Mar 2024
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Felix mobile counters the belief of 88% of Australians that sustainable choices are pricier by expanding into Coles supermarkets.
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Tangerine Telecom innovates to lessen monthly mobile expenses

Mon, 18th Mar 2024
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Tangerine Telecom fights rising telecom costs with innovative mobile billing solutions, offering plans focused on affordability, flexibility, and value for customers' evolving needs.
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SpinTel introduces unique refill program with long-term savings

Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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SpinTel, an Australian telco, shakes up the market with an unprecedented 'Refer a Friend' program, paving the way for customers to virtually eliminate their monthly internet bills through sustainable referral incentives.
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SmarTone & Infovista revolutionise HK's telecoms with Ativa

Tue, 13th Feb 2024
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SmarTone, Hong Kong's leading 5G network, and Infovista dramatically enhance customer experience and network performance by utilising Infovista's innovative Ativa solution.
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CommBank & More enhance strategic partnership with groundbreaking services

Fri, 1st Dec 2023
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CommBank and More strengthen strategic partnership by introducing unique, industry-first services, making banking and telecommunications more cohesive.
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New NZ telco Rocket Mobile launches with unlimited data plans

Thu, 23rd Nov 2023
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NZ's Rocket Mobile launches as a new telecommunication service bringing unlimited data plans, aiming to challenge rival companies' hidden costs.
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Spark uses AI to personalize plans based on individual needs

Sun, 8th Oct 2023
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Spark uses AI-driven decision making to offer tailor-made plans to its customers, ensuring they get the most from their broadband and mobile plans.
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If you are using public WiFi for work, stop!

Tue, 12th Sep 2023
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If you’re accessing company servers or corporate email from a public WiFi connection, then you and your company are at considerable risk.
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Mighty Ape shakes up Kiwi telco market with prepay plans

Mon, 28th Aug 2023
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Mighty Ape, New Zealand's iconic online retailer, is set to disrupt the telecoms sector with its new prepay mobile plan, Mighty Mobile.
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Exclusive: Persistent protection with StarHub's Managed Mobility Solutions

Fri, 30th Jun 2023
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StarHub is a leading homegrown Singapore company that delivers communications, entertainment and digital services.
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Best broadband, mobile and energy providers of 2022 revealed

Tue, 6th Dec 2022
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Close to 300 senior-level professionals from across New Zealand’s telecommunication and energy sectors came together for the NZ Compare Awards 2022.
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Apple reveals more details on iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max

Thu, 8th Sep 2022
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Apple unveils iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max, featuring Dynamic Island, A16 Bionic chip, 48MP camera, 5G connectivity, and iOS 16. Safety features included.
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Telstra to address 5G competition concerns by ACCC

Mon, 8th Aug 2022
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The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has accepted a court-enforceable undertaking from Telstra to address competition concerns with Optus.
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MyRepublic unveils 'choose the speed you need' mobile plans

Tue, 2nd Aug 2022
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Broadband provider MyRepublic has announced the details of its new 'choose the speed you need' mobile plans, designed for New Zealanders.
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Vodafone’s Mobile Virtual Network Operator open for business

Wed, 27th Jul 2022
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Vodafone NZ opens its Mobile Virtual Network Operator platform, with My Republic as its first partner. More consumer choice expected.
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Kiwis are switched on when it comes to telecommunications

Thu, 17th Mar 2022
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New Zealanders are tech-savvy telecom users, embracing new technology and flexibility, according to a report by the Commerce Commission.