The Govt is close to striking a deal with Telecom and Vodafone for its rural broadband initiative.

Cheaper calls may be at hand, but you'll probably still need two phones to get the best deals.

Vodafone has increased its New Zealand contact centre capacity after political unrest in Egypt forced one of its contact centres to close.

Telco rivals say they have the technology to deliver the Government's goals.

Arch rivals Telecom and Vodafone have joined forces to try to deliver high-speed broadband to more NZ homes and schools.