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27 November 2019
As Vodafone New Zealand prepares for the launch of its commercial 5G network, the company is looking forward to the potential of reducing its electricity usage in Aotearoa by at least 10% over the next three years from increased energy efficiencies offered by implementing a range of new technologies.
BNZ AND VODAFONE PARTNER TO BOOST NZ TECH FOR SMES - Applications open for business accelerator programme
31 October 2019
Two of the best-known brands in New Zealand, Bank of New Zealand and Vodafone New Zealand, today announce their partnership to deliver a joint business accelerator programme, aimed at helping scale and grow Kiwi startups that have a digital offering for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
Vodafone New Zealand Foundation unveils commemorative mural for March 15 Play
31 October 2019
A commemorative art piece following the March 15 terror attacks in Christchurch has been unveiled in Wellington by the Vodafone New Zealand Foundation, in association with the International Muslim Association of New Zealand, Muslim Students Association (VicMuslim) and members of the Kilbirnie mosque community.
Phone usage peaks as rugby fans head to Japan
25 October 2019
As the rugby tournament continues to heat up in Japan, Vodafone New Zealand customers are reaping the benefits of seamless overseas connectivity.
LET’SPLAY.LIVE SIGNS DEAL WITH VODAFONE NEW ZEALAND
22 October 2019
Let’sPlay.Live (LPL), Australasia’s leading esports tournament organisation and media broadcast company, has signed a multi-year partnership with Vodafone New Zealand, boosting the growing NZ gaming industry and linking gamers with one of the country’s key digital services providers.
Vodafone’s X-Squad powers up for customers
15 October 2019
The first Vodafone X-Squad team is celebrating launch, with the first team of 12 people based in Auckland ready to solve complex technical issues for customers. Over the coming months more X-Squad teams will be coming online to assist customers.
Vodafone New Zealand Foundation calls on registered charities to apply for $250,000 of innovation grants
10 October 2019
With more than $250,000 of innovation funding available for the remainder of 2019, the Vodafone New Zealand Foundation is inviting registered charities to apply for grants.
Vodafone delivers clearer, crisper voice calls for customers via 4G Calling
3 October 2019
Vodafone is celebrating another key milestone with the rollout of a 4G Calling service across wider Auckland and RBI2 (Rural Broadband Initiative 2) sites. Completed at the end of September, this enhanced 4G Calling will offer Vodafone customers with crisper, clearer voice calls over 4G as well as faster call setup when placing calls.
Response to Commerce Commission Mobile Market Review
26 September 2019
We’re pleased the Commerce Commission has completed its Mobile Market Review and concluded that New Zealanders are well served on a global comparison for mobile connectivity. This is set to improve even further as Vodafone readies for New Zealand’s 5G network from December this year.
Video Archive
#PhoneByDrone: Vodafone delivers its first iPhone 7 by drone Play
16 September 2016
This morning Vodafone made one of its first iPhone 7 customer deliveries by drone - the first iPhone delivery of its kind anywhere in the world.
Vodafone ‘Smart Jacket’ shines a light on the future of bike safety Play
6 September 2016
BMX champion Sarah Walker and comedian Jon Bridges have teamed up with Vodafone to demonstrate the ‘Smart Jacket’ – a mobile technology innovation designed to keep cyclists safer at night.
Vodafone shakes up the youth market with Vodafone Mates Play
4 August 2016
MEDIA RELEASE - Young kiwis are some of the most digitally savvy in the world, embracing all the latest gadgets, technology and social media apps to stay connected to their mates.
Mad Mike Whiddett’s “most extreme stunt ever” showcases reliability of 4G network Play
21 July 2016
MEDIA RELEASE - Kiwi drift sensation Mad Mike Whiddett has demonstrated the reliability of Vodafone’s 4G network in a high octane experiment at Leadfoot track in Hahei.
Ten inspiring Kiwi entrepreneurs to watch Play
13 July 2016
MEDIA RELEASE - Some of the country’s hottest start-ups and established entrepreneurs have made it through an intensive pitch process – selected to join Vodafone’s new global accelerator programme, Vodafone xone.
Vodafone disappointed Commerce Commission declined the proposed merger with SKY Play
8 June 2016
SKY and Vodafone NZ merging to create a leading integrated telecommunications and media group in New Zealand. The Combined Group will have the ability to offer New Zealand’s best entertainment content across all platforms and devices in a rapidly evolving media and telecommunications market.
Rural Kiwis get a broadband boost as final RBI site is switched on Play
3 June 2016
Since 2011, Vodafone has built 154 new rural cell sites around New Zealand in partnership with the Government and Chorus, with this final cell site delivered three months ahead of schedule.
Green energy cell site gives mobile safety boost to Kauaeranga Valley Play
20 April 2016
MEDIA RELEASE - Tourists, police and locals are among thousands set to benefit from a newly built, green energy cell site in the Kauaeranga Valley.
Resources
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5 March 2019
This toolkit was produced for Vodafone Foundation by Dr Jane Pillinger, Independent Gender Expert

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6 October 2017
On behalf of Vodafone, Futerra invited a group of leading futurists to reflect on what could go right, rather than what might go wrong.

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18 March 2017
Telecommunications services have become a key staple of modern life. As consumers, we expect fast, ubiquitous access to networks that allows us to get on with our digitally-connected lives.

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21 February 2017
A report by Arthur D. Little for Vodafone Group Plc

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18 February 2017
Taxation and our total economic contribution to public finances 2015-16

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19 January 2016
The saying 'waste not want not' has never felt more meaningful. In today's world, it's more important than ever to consider the impact we have on the environment.

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