Stories

By Nicky Preston, Head of Corporate Affairs & Sustainability, One New Zealand

Being recognised as New Zealand's best mobile network for the fifth consecutive year by independent testing company, umlaut, reflects years of ongoing investment by One NZ to expand cell-tower coverage, increase capacity and bring 4G and 5G to more New Zealanders. That investment continues, with a further 24 network builds and upgrades completed between April and June 2026.

By Neeharika Chowdhary, General Manager AI & Data Products, One NZ

One NZ has become the first New Zealand telecommunications provider to receive a prestigious TM Forum Catalyst Award, with an AI-powered project recognised among the world's leading telecommunications innovations.

When One NZ launched satellite TXT in late 2024, it was designed to solve a simple problem: how do you stay connected when you're in places traditional mobile coverage can’t reach?

Sometimes the best partnerships don’t start in a boardroom. They start in an inbox. In this case, it was a cold email. One that could’ve easily been missed. Or parked for later. Or politely declined. Instead, it turned into something much more interesting.

3.4TB of data consumed over three days offering consistent, high-capacity connectivity

One NZ continues investing in more mobile sites to improve connectivity across New Zealand.

One New Zealand has been recognised by the In‑House Agency Council (IHAC), winning the Creative Award for Best Use of Media at the 2026 IHAC Awards.

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.

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.

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.