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What 5G means for first responders

5G technology is set to revolutionize emergency response, providing real-time intelligence, advanced communication, and improved services for first responders.

By Frank Baldrighi • 4 min read • Fri, 22nd Jul 2022

Not for profit

Vodafone, Te Rourou foundation launch emergency grant, match donations for Tonga tsunami recovery

Vodafone and Te Rourou are supporting relief efforts in Tonga, with an emergency grant and matching donations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Jan 2022

Unified Communications

International Telecommunication Union to help nations with emergency comms

ITU develops guidelines for national emergency telecommunication plans amidst COVID-19 pandemic. Speed and efficiency crucial for disaster response.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2020

Unified Communications

Commerce Commission seeks to upgrade NZ's emergency calling code

New Zealand regulator proposes rules to protect consumers during power cuts as country shifts to new telecom technologies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Sep 2019

Stories from Other Regions

Emergency services stories

Supply Chain

The year that was leaves a legacy

Severe weather, Covid and inflation are worsening New Zealand’s infrastructure, emergency readiness and cost of living, with repairs set to take years.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Mon, 24th Apr 2023

Kordia

Kordia and Tait Communications score $1.4B NZ Govt contract

Kordia and Tait Communications have been chosen by the New Zealand Government to deliver a secure digital radio communications network for emergency responders.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Nov 2022

Unified Communications

Spark, Vodafone team up for Aotearoa's Public Safety Network

Spark and Vodafone have announced the establishment of Hourua, a new joint venture that will provide priority cellular services to the Public Safety Network.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Nov 2022

Smart Cities

‘Building-by-building’ analysis successful after recent quake

New fibre optic data from Wellington’s quake has given responders far more precise readings of shaking across city blocks and buildings.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 30th Sep 2022

Partner Programmes

Motorola signs $60M deal to enhance NSW emergency services network

NSW Telco Authority has awarded Motorola Solutions a five-year contract extension to support and enhance the state's Public Safety Network.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd Aug 2022

Risk & Compliance

How to qualify for the close contact exemption scheme

Critical services can keep close contacts at work, easing staff shortages as New Zealand’s Omicron response begins on Wednesday.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Feb 2022

Risk & Compliance

Planning for the worst case scenario

Families of high-risk workers could face devastating gaps if more employers fail to offer Wills and estate planning.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Jul 2021

Data centers

Fire safety under lockdown in New Zealand

Routine fire safety checks are being paused in New Zealand as lockdown rules limit work to urgent tasks protecting health, safety and essential services.

By Michael Curreen • 8 min read • Mon, 13th Apr 2020

Risk & Compliance

Fire safety must be maintained during lockdown

Maintenance of fire protection systems is still needed as lockdowns and changed building use can heighten risks, Wormald says.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Tue, 31st Mar 2020

Digital Transformation

Fujitsu completes Tassie emergency services upgrade

It allows for real-time sharing of incident details, resource location, hazards, and warnings as well as status tracking between agencies.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2019

Risk & Compliance

Firefighters train using virtual reality

Fire crews can now practise dangerous bushfire scenarios more safely and cheaply, without toxic foam or live flames, using virtual reality.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2019

Risk & Compliance

Asbestos went undetected in botched demolition

Neighbours were endangered and a wheelchair user trapped when a demolition error caused a gas leak and asbestos exposure risks.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2019

Radio

Vertel partners with Beaconsim to aid AUS emergency services

Vertel and Beaconsim are partnering to bring advanced radio command and control simulators and communications training to Australia's emergency services.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2019