Emergency services stories - Page 3
Commerce Commission seeks to upgrade NZ’s emergency calling code
Fri, 13th Sep 2019
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New Zealand regulator proposes rules to protect consumers during power cuts as country shifts to new telecom technologies.
Vertel partners with Beaconsim to aid AUS emergency services
Fri, 21st Jun 2019
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Vertel and Beaconsim are partnering to bring advanced radio command and control simulators and communications training to Australia's emergency services.
Motorola signs $261M deal to upgrade Victoria emergency services network
Tue, 24th Apr 2018
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Motorola signs AU$261m contract to upgrade radio networks for Victoria's first responders, extending existing deal.
Fujitsu creates $17m dispatch system for Tasmania Police
Mon, 30th Oct 2017
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Fujitsu has launched the first phase of a USD $17 million dispatch system for Tasmania Police, aiming to boost emergency response efficiency and safety.
Spark to launch private paging service for emergency & business-critical customers
Tue, 29th Nov 2016
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The NZ Fire Service operates across the length of New Zealand including remote rural locations that do not have wide spread reliable mobile coverage.
Emergency location tracking can be life or death, so why is NZ taking so long?
Fri, 23rd Sep 2016
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With the accuracy of GPS, combined with the amount of data about users, using emergency location tracking for medical purposes seems obvious. Right?.
South Westland to trial virtual medical receptionist
Fri, 26th Feb 2016
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South Westland is set to benefit from a virtual medical receptionist – a new service offering greater access to booking general practice appointments.
Wireless broadband in public safety market expected to soar
Fri, 6th Nov 2015
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The global wireless broadband in public safety market is set to reach $22.9bn by 2020, according to a new study.
Government to develop 111 emergency app
Thu, 18th Jun 2015
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An emergency 111 smartphone app is being developed in a joint venture between the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment and the NZ Police.
New emergency alert system via text for Southlanders
Wed, 6th May 2015
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Emergency Management Southland is urging Southland residents to sign up to a text alert system, which will provide warnings directly to mobile phones.
Facebook joins the fight against Ebola with three initiatives
Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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Facebook launches trio of initiatives to combat Ebola, including donations, education, and communication aid for West Africa.
Google launches emergency search
Fri, 12th Nov 2010
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Google has introduced emergency search results in New Zealand for poisoning and suicide searches, providing immediate access to crucial helpline numbers.
111 text service for deaf launched
Fri, 15th Oct 2010
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A new 111 text service for the deaf and hearing impaired was launched today in Auckland by Police Minister Judith Collins, enhancing emergency accessibility.
Minister orders investigation into 111
Fri, 26th Feb 2010
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The government has launched an investigation in the failure of some emergency 111 calls in Auckland this morning.
New Web site to support emergency services when minutes matter
Mon, 19th Oct 2009
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The Web site allows Kiwis to check and confirm that the emergency services have the right details on how to find them.
Hitting the sweet spot
Thu, 1st Feb 2007
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A surge in demand for Ultra Mobile PCs brings a broader range to New Zealand, thanks to a Vantex Distribution and Tegatech partnership.