Alex Stewart: Why Rural Connectivity Faces a Crisis (And What I Told Parliament)

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Policy & Submissions

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 […]

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 A Common Setup That’s Now Outdated Across rural and semi-rural New Zealand, thousands of […]

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 […]