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Media releases from the Commerce Commission.
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23 Apr 2021
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Key issues identified for first review of Telco Dispute Resolution Scheme
The Commerce Commission has published a paper outlining the key issues it intends to focus on for its first review of the Telecommunications Dispute Resolution Scheme (TDRS).Read more
14 Apr 2021
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Latest broadband report confirms improved performance of premium fibre plans
The latest report from the Commerce Commission’s Measuring Broadband New Zealand programme shows that the performance of Fibre Max plans has improved substantially.Read more
9 Apr 2021
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Commission issues updated cartel leniency policy
The Commerce Commission has issued its revised cartel leniency and immunity policy and revised template leniency agreement.Read more
8 Apr 2021
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Cartel conduct now punishable by up to 7 years’ jail time
Cartel conduct can now be punished with a term of imprisonment of up to 7 years, after the Commerce (Criminalisation of Cartels) Amendment Act 2019 came into effect today.Read more
8 Apr 2021
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Statement of Preliminary Issues released for HP New Zealand’s application seeking authorisation for resale price maintenance in relation to its HP online stores
The Commerce Commission has published a statement of preliminary issues relating to an application from HP New Zealand (HP) seeking authorisation to engage in resale price maintenance (RPM) in relation to its proposed arrangements for its HP online store and prospective HP online marketplace stores.Read more
1 Apr 2021
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Commission completes review of consumer mobile phone bills
The Commerce Commission has published a letter confirming it has completed its review of consumer mobile phone bills along with updated analysis addressing feedback from the telecommunications industry.Read more
31 Mar 2021
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Commission decides on Aurora’s investment plan, proposes additional accountability measures
The Commerce Commission has today released its final decision in response to Aurora Energy’s (Aurora) proposal to fix its electricity lines network in Dunedin, Central Otago, and Queenstown Lakes.Read more
30 Mar 2021
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Be clear and upfront about surcharges this Easter holiday
As Easter approaches the Commerce Commission is reminding businesses that any surcharges added must be clearly disclosed and the reasons for the surcharge accurately described to avoid breaching the Fair Trading Act 1986.Read more
30 Mar 2021
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Commission reconfirms fibre input methodology for cost of capital
The Commerce Commission has today issued a letter to the telecommunications industry setting out its reasons for not reopening the fibre input methodology (IM) for cost of capital in light of the Covid-19 pandemic.Read more
30 Mar 2021
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Next steps to address pain points for telecommunications consumers
The Commerce Commission has published a paper outlining the next steps towards improving consumer experience with providers of internet, landline and mobile phone services.Read more