Alex Stewart presenting to Parliament's Economic Development Committee on Rural Connectivity
Alex Stewart – Why Rural Connectivity Faces a Crisis (And What I Told Parliament)
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Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutesSeven years ago, I visited a rural community that had been begging for better access to connectivity for years. The big telcos had looked at the area, done the math on how many customers they could sign up, and walked away. The community was told they’d need to raise a few hundred thousand dollars themselves […]

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

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A Warship, Radar, and Why Your Wi-Fi May Have Glitched This Week
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Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutesWe’ve had a bit of a mystery unfolding on our network over the last couple of days. Early Wednesday morning, multiple WombatNET access points across the Wellington region—including areas deep in the Hutt Valley—started flapping, with DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection) events firing off across the board. At first, we assumed it was just the severe […]

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Reliable, High-Speed Event Wi-Fi at Taupō International Motorsport Park
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Internet & Connectivity Solutions

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, stream live events, or even unwind after a busy day. WombatNET recently had the opportunity to showcase just how easily and effectively […]

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WombatWireless™ vs 4G+: What’s the Best Rural Broadband Option for You?
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Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutesWombatWireless™ X vs. 4G+: What’s the Best Rural Broadband Option for You? If 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 […]

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Protect Your Internet with WombatNET Insurance
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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 new Equipment Insurance Plans, designed to protect your connection and keep you online with minimal hassle. Why Choose WombatNET […]

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