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Digital alongside dairy to connect and grow
Dairy farming can be rather isolating at times, particularly in Southland, so Tangaroa Walker turned online to build a likeminded community. His online training and educational platform, Farm4Life, is now connecting farmers all over Aotearoa and the world with a sense of humour, and eagerness to lift the level of […]
Phone Scammers
Unfortunately, phone scams are a common problem, and it can be difficult to recognise a scam call with scammers becoming increasingly sophisticated in their approach. Recognising a scam call Unexpected contact from someone claiming to be from a trusted organisation, such as as your telecommunications provider, bank, power company or […]
Data usage continues to soar as new technology drives more efficient farms & sustainable communities
First Fieldays Online showcases AgriTech innovation. Rural broadband specialists, Farmside, have reported a massive 34% average year-on-year data usage increase in Aotearoa’s rural communities since 2017 as new technologies drive efficiency, productivity and sustainability in the sector. The internet provider, powered by Vodafone New Zealand, is a Gold Partner of […]
Farmside keeping the country online during peaks in internet demand
RBI data usage increases by 74% and satellite data up 35% for Farmside rural customers May 8, 2020 Over the past six weeks, the internet landscape has shifted – with digital tools becoming increasingly important for all parts of the nation, including the country. Jason Sharp, General Manager of Farmside […]
Helpful Tips and Information
Here are some helpful tips for saving data: On our RBI plans, you can add off-peak data boosters which can give you access to unlimited data between the hours of midnight and midday. You can utilise this period to download Netflix and other entertainment content ready for viewing during peak […]
Enabling communications where it matters the most
Communication is key in most situations, but in Land Search and Rescue New Zealand’s (LandSAR) case, it can be the difference between life and death. LandSAR is comprised of professionals in the community, who volunteer their time and specialist search and rescue skills to the public at any given time. […]
