Chorus stories
Chorus faces a $10m hit to 2014 earnings after a Commerce Commission decision hikes copper line component prices, backdating charges.
That's according to Chorus' fixed line and broadband connection numbers as at 31 March 2014, released this morning via the New Zealand Stock Exchange.
John Key and Amy Adams must tell New Zealanders whether they support Chorus' appeal of the High Court's ruling in favour of the Commerce Commission.
Government strengthens Chorus' monopoly in fibre rollout, effectively bailing them out with taxpayer's money, says Labour's Clare Curran.
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Chorus floats new approach on copper line regulation to the Commerce Commission, aiming to streamline cost evaluations and quell pricing disputes.
Commerce Commission outlines process to set pricing for Chorus' copper network, aiming for final rate by 1 December based on NZ costs.
Xero's growth in staff continues with over 90 recruited in the last three months, taking total staff numbers to over 600 with the business still aggre.
Telecom has called on Chorus to put forward constructive pricing proposal, a proposal that does not erode current telco network and service levels.
Chorus's ability to deliver national broadband at risk if wholesale copper prices are cut, warns Minister Amy Adams.
PM John Key hints at Chorus contract renegotiation amid a billion-dollar shortfall, ensuring ultra-fast broadband project's progress.
Chorus appeals in High Court against Commerce Commission's copper pricing, challenging the narrow basis and its massive impact on its services.
Voyager emerges as the leader in TrueNet's latest Broadband Report, boasting a remarkable VDSL download speed of 2.5 seconds, the fastest among ISPs.
The High Court's decision forces John Key's government to accept the Commerce Commission's pricing for copper, despite pushback and industry fears.
Labour's Clare Curran accused of making incorrect claims about the UFB contract between Crown Fibre Holdings and Chorus, says Communications Minister.
Min. Amy Adams hails the Ultra-Fast Broadband deal adjustments between Crown Fibre Holdings and Chorus, aiming to mitigate a funding gap.
Chorus and Crown Fibre Holdings have agreed on a package of improvements to the UFB initiative to make it more cost effective.
Telecom unveils 'GigaWiFi' comp, set to boost fibre uptake with ultra-fast 5G WiFi hotspots across NZ, enriching digital connectivity.
NZ's fibre expansion faces hurdles as regulatory pricing cuts threaten to make copper more appealing, impacting Chorus and UFB investment.
Govt shrugs off criticism on copper pricing, with no parliamentary support expected. Amy Adams eyes non-legislative routes amidst challenges.
