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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.
Vodafone CEO Celebrates Success at 2015 Diversity Awards
28 August 2015
MEDIA RELEASE - Vodafone was proud to take home the Walk the Talk award at the Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) Trust Diversity Awards held in Auckland this week, acknowledging the inspirational leadership and commitment to workplace diversity of its CEO, Russell Stanners.
Vodafone completes nationwide $14 million 4G upgrade programme - launches new network guarantee for customers
14 August 2015
MEDIA RELEASE - Vodafone’s $14 million investment delivers on its promise to extend the benefits of 4G to more of New Zealand by bringing superfast network speeds to Kiwis living in New Zealand’s provincial areas – in some cases for the first time. The programme has seen 4G coverage across the country increase to over 85% from approximately 74% in February this year.
5.5 million rewards snapped up with Vodafone Fantastic Fridays
6 August 2015
MEDIA RELEASE - It’s been 365 days of that ‘Friday feeling’ for Vodafone customers – with Vodafone Fantastic Fridays celebrating its first birthday.
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Kiwis set to enter a world of entertainment with Vodafone TV Play
1 November 2017
MEDIA RELEASE - From tomorrow, Kiwis will be able to experience the future of television – with Vodafone TV consoles available to take home, plug in and open up a world of entertainment like never before.
The high tech solutions that could save young people’s lives Play
1 November 2017
Ngāti Porou Hauora’s Manager Frances King, is still celebrating after being given the chance to design an app that could make all the difference to babies being born on the East Cape.
Kiwis set to enter a world of entertainment with Vodafone TV Play
17 October 2017
MEDIA RELEASE - Vodafone has today unveiled Vodafone TV – a world of entertainment that lets Kiwis experience television like never before, by giving them freedom and control over their favourite content.
Kiwis say technological innovation to have biggest impact on future of the country Play
5 October 2017
MEDIA RELEASE - A survey commissioned by Vodafone Group has revealed New Zealanders believe technological innovation will have the most positive influence on the future over the next 20 years.
New Zealanders highlight te reo Māori names to be updated on Google Maps Play
21 September 2017
MEDIA RELEASE - More than 54,000 New Zealanders have taken up the opportunity to pin incorrectly pronounced te reo Māori place names on an online platform developed by Vodafone and Google Maps.
solarcity teams up with Vodafone to transform kiwi houses into smart homes Play
29 August 2017
MEDIA RELEASE - Kiwis can now save on power bills and turn their houses into smart homes thanks to a new app launched by solar power company solarcity.
Helpful 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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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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