Welcome to the New WombatNET Help Centre

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Troubleshooting

Estimated Reading Time: < 1 minuteWelcome to the WombatNET Help Centre — your go-to resource for guides, troubleshooting tips, and everything you need to get the most out of your WombatNET service. What You’ll Find Here We’ve put this Help Centre together to make it easy to find answers without having to pick up the phone. Whether you’re setting up […]

The end of copper? What the Commerce Commission’s decision means for rural New Zealand

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Industry Analysis

Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Commerce Commission has recommended deregulating rural copper services, giving Chorus the ability to retire copper lines well before 2030. While copper is old technology, around 70,000 New Zealanders still rely on it as a lifeline, particularly in places with no mobile coverage or reliable power. Our latest blog looks at what this decision means, the risks for vulnerable communities, and why careful planning is essential to ensure no one is left behind.

Is Your Antenna Holding Back Your Rural Broadband Speeds?

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Wi-Fi & Home Networks

Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutesIf you’ve had 4G internet for a few years, the antenna on your roof could be the reason your connection isn’t performing as well as it should. Here’s what you need to know — and what you can do about it. A Common Setup That’s Now Outdated Across rural and semi-rural New Zealand, thousands of […]

A Warship, Radar, and Why Your Wi-Fi May Have Glitched This Week

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Media

Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutesHow an Australian Warship Interrupted Your Wi-Fi Over the last couple of days, we’ve been tracking a bit of a mystery on our network. Early Wednesday morning, multiple WombatNET internet towers across the Wellington region – even those tucked deep in the Hutt Valley – suddenly started dropping connections. At first, we thought the severe […]

Case Study: Delivering High-Speed Trackside Connectivity at Taupō International Motorsport Park

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Case Studies

Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutesMotorsport events are dynamic, fast-paced, and incredibly exciting – but they’re also notoriously challenging environments for internet connectivity. Racetracks often experience slow, overloaded networks, making it difficult for teams to communicate, access critical race data, or stream live events. WombatNET recently had the opportunity to overcome these exact challenges at the Taupō International Motorsport Park. […]

WombatWireless™ vs 4G+: What’s the Best Rural Broadband Option for You?

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Service Information

Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutesIf you live rurally, choosing the right internet connection can feel like comparing apples to oranges — especially when both are wireless. So what’s the real difference between WombatWireless™ and our 4G+ service? Let’s break it down so you can confidently choose the service that best suits your property, lifestyle, and devices. 🛰️ What Is […]

Protect Your Internet with WombatNET Insurance

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Media, Security & Safety, Service Information

Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutesWe know the unexpected sometimes happens. Whether it’s a power surge, accidental cable damage, or a modem failure, unexpected equipment issues can leave you without internet when you need it most. That’s why we’re introducing our Equipment Insurance Plans, designed to protect your connection and keep you online with minimal hassle. Why Choose WombatNET Equipment […]