2degrees latest telco to cut staff, One NZ confirms post-restructure numbers
The telco's technology team has been restructured.
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One NZ staff protest over work-from-home policy
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Telcos have not been following the watchdog's other recommendations.
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New bright red radios donated to rescuers
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Fibre sale touted as win for Bay consumers
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