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Kiwis ring in the New Year with a record stream of data
2 January 2019
Kiwis rang in the New Year in massive numbers, with a steady stream of data used across Vodafone’s mobile networks.
Kiwis’ data use reveals connected Christmas cheer
27 December 2018
Kiwis have once again put their mobile devices through their paces this festive season, hitting record highs for data usage across Vodafone’s networks.
Vodafone to use artificial intelligence to speed up online queries
20 December 2018
Vodafone has today announced the newest addition to its AI family.
Vodafone keeps Kiwis connected this summer
17 December 2018
As Kiwis get planning their summer break, Vodafone is also well underway in its preparations for keeping everyone connected over the holiday period.
Vodafone strengthens global IoT leadership with new network rollout
27 November 2018
Vodafone New Zealand has simultaneously launched two new IoT* technologies, NB-IoT and LTE-M**, which will enable Kiwis to connect into the world’s leading IoT platform for a new, innovative range of IoT applications. Vodafone is the global leader in managed IoT, with 77 million connections in more than 30 countries.***
Vodafone Foundation extends partnership with Zeal with largest grant
26 November 2018
The Vodafone NZ Foundation today announced their largest ever charitable grant of $700,000. The grant, along with significant wrap-around support, will enable Zeal to scale their programme supporting young people disclosing mental health crises online.
Auckland Pride Parade statement from the Vodafone NZ Rainbow Whānau
21 November 2018
The following statement has been issued by the Vodafone NZ Rainbow Whānau:
Vodafone to offer new iPad Pro with all-screen design, the most advanced and powerful iPad ever
8 November 2018
Vodafone today announced it will offer the new iPad Pro with all-screen design and next-generation performance, marking the biggest change to iPad ever. The all-new design pushes its 11-inch and 12.9-inch Liquid Retina displays to the edges, and features Face ID, A12X Bionic with next-generation Neural Engine, a new USB-C connector, Gigabit-class LTE, up to 1TB of storage, and all-day battery life. Customers will be able to order the new iPad Pro by visiting https://vodafone.co.nz/ipad and it is available in select Vodafone stores now.
Vodafone New Zealand Creates Agile and Programmable Network with Ciena
8 November 2018
Vodafone New Zealand is distinguishing itself from other network operators in the region by enabling support for 5G, IoT, UHD video, and other bandwidth-heavy applications that its users are gravitating towards in their personal and professional lives.
Video Archive
Moonshine Valley Play
7 November 2016
Watch the story of how Vodafone eco-site innovation brought wireless broadband to the entire rural community of Moonshine Valley for the first time.
#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
TCF-Industry-Report.jpg
5 March 2019
This toolkit was produced for Vodafone Foundation by Dr Jane Pillinger, Independent Gender Expert

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Network5.jpg
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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TCF-Industry-Report.jpg
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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Sustainability.jpg
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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