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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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.
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]