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The finalists for the 2025 NZ Compare Awards have been revealed today, celebrating excellence across New Zealand’s broadband, energy and mobile sectors. Now in their 9th year, the NZ Compare Awards shine a spotlight on the service providers delivering the best products, value and customer experiences for Kiwis nationwide.

Great news for consumers. The Commerce Commission wants telcos to speak plainly and show the full costs on broadband and mobile plans so people can compare fairly.

Genesis Broadband officially launched its fibre broadband service in October 2025, with plans becoming available to the public around October 21st. The provider now offers three fibre broadband plans — designed for everyday users, families, and high-speed households — all featuring unlimited data and simple, transparent pricing through the 2degrees network.

The cost of staying connected is climbing quickly once again. From the start of August 2025, millions of New Zealanders will start seeing higher broadband bills as major providers roll out price increases. 

$5 Monthly Increase Coming 1 August 2025 for new and existing BigPipe customers

From 30 July 2025, 2degrees customers will see their monthly broadband bill go up. If you're on an Unlimited or Ultimate Unlimited fibre plan, expect to pay $4 more per month. So, what’s going on, and what can you do about it? Let’s break it down.

Heads up, Skinny customers! From 1 August, your broadband bill could go up by $5 a month. The Fibre 300 plan is rising to $90 but you don’t have to stick with it. Learn what your options are and compare better broadband deals today.

Big news for rural internet! Chorus has the green light to extend fibre to 95% of Aotearoa. That means better, faster broadband for more Kiwis — especially in places that have missed out for too long. Here's what you need to know.

From June 2025, fibre-connected homes across Aotearoa are getting a permanent speed upgrade — no extra cost, no catch. It’s called The Big Fibre Boost, and yes, it’s exactly what it sounds like: faster internet for more Kiwis.

Another year... another Spark Broadband price hike.  Spark Broadband's monthly broadband prices have increased once again!