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Vodafone pioneers Direct Funding Scheme to back employees with on the job qualifications
7 December 2015
MEDIA RELEASE - Vodafone New Zealand is the first company to successfully pilot and deploy the Tertiary Education Commission’s Direct Funding Scheme (DFS) designed to encourage companies to give more industry training opportunities to their employees.
OneDrive secure file storage
1 December 2015
MEDIA RELEASE - Today Vodafone announced Microsoft OneDrive for Business is now available on selected Vodafone business mobile plans. This cloud-based storage solution helps businesses stay confidently connected by enabling them to access work files on the go.
New Zealand Government endorses Vodafone as an official supplier of telecommunications services
11 November 2015
MEDIA RELEASE - Vodafone has won a significant endorsement from the New Zealand Government, now named an official supplier in telecommunications services.
Vodafone’s $22million network upgrade paves the way for Wellington and Christchurch
9 November 2015
MEDIA RELEASE - Today Vodafone announced Christchurch and Wellington are set to receive gigabit speeds at accessible prices as a result of a world-leading technology upgrade to Vodafone’s ultra-fast broadband network; in partnership with Huawei.
Not going to the Vodafone NZ Music Awards? Get the inside scoop through Vodafone Fantastic Fridays and Snapchat
27 October 2015
MEDIA RELEASE - With a crowd capacity of 8500, tickets to the Vodafone NZ Music Awards are always in hot demand. But this year, thousands more will get to experience the event and join in remotely through social media.
The fastest just got faster
20 October 2015
MEDIA RELEASE - Vodafone New Zealand rolls-out innovative network technology
New online study shows widespread effects of cyberbullying among Kiwi teens
15 October 2015
MEDIA RELEASE - Recent research shows that more New Zealand teens experience cyberbullying than those surveyed by Vodafone in 10 other countries worldwide. Nearly one in three (30%) Kiwi teens surveyed have experienced cyberbullying, compared to the global average of 18%.
Vodafone welcomes new targets for rural broadband
6 October 2015
MEDIA RELEASE - Vodafone congratulates the Government with today’s announcement of new connectivity targets for rural broadband. Rural New Zealand is the powerhouse of New Zealand’s economy where access to high-speed broadband and mobile has become a critical tool on the farm and in the home. The peak broadband speed target of at least 50Mbps announced today is one which we are confident of delivering.
Vodafone demonstrates emergency network options in live civil defence simulation
14 September 2015
MEDIA RELEASE - Vodafone has this week demonstrated its portfolio of emergency network options for remote, zero-coverage areas, as part of a live civil defence simulation for customers and the emergency services - highlighting Vodafone’s commitment to investing in coverage solutions that cater to New Zealand’s diverse terrains.
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The Kiwi social sports app taking on the world Play
8 May 2017
Hookdshot Founder and former Football Fern Rebecca Sowden is on the verge of a success that’s just as sweet as any of the goals scored representing New Zealand at an international level.
Vodafone supports Mini Robot Rumble Play
4 May 2017
MEDIA RELEASE - New Zealand’s first Mini Robot Rumble is set to bring robotics to life in smashing fashion for a new generation of Kiwi kids, in the country’s first such competition.
Taking commentating from the couch to the world Play
28 April 2017
It’s not often the top brass from a company that’s in talks with the NBA rocks up to meetings on a bicycle, but then Spalk’s Ben Reynolds is a big fan of doing things differently.
Shining a light on clever roads that save lives Play
19 April 2017
When Solar Bright’s Pat Martin has a great idea, he isn’t prepared to let anything get in his way.
Enhancing broadband and mobile services for rural communities Play
4 April 2017
MEDIA RELEASE - Vodafone, Spark and 2degrees today announced a joint proposal to improve rural broadband and mobile infrastructure. The three telecommunications providers have made a submission to the Government for the delivery of high speed broadband and mobile infrastructure using the Rural Broadband Initiative Extension (RBI2) and Mobile Black Spot Fund.
Vodafone launches world’s largest recruitment programme for women on career breaks Play
8 March 2017
MEDIA RELEASE - Vodafone today announced a major initiative designed to increase opportunities for women in the workplace.
Vodafone marks 10 years of improving lives with M-Pesa Play
22 February 2017
MEDIA RELEASE - As Vodafone marks the 10th anniversary of the world's leading mobile money service, M-Pesa, it was revealed that a record 614 million M-Pesa transactions were processed during December 2016.
Switch on date nears for Trans-Tasman Global Access (TGA) Play
20 February 2017
Telecommunications companies Spark, Vodafone and Telstra have jointly invested USD $70 million to build the undersea Tasman Global Access (TGA) cable, connecting New Zealand to Australia.
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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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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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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