Connecting Aotearoa Summit 2026 Report from TUANZ

The central question driving this year’s Connecting Aotearoa Summit was clear and urgent: How do we get everyone connected to the best broadband service that meets their needs to live and thrive in our digital future by 2030? This is an ambitious national goal that demands coordinated action from our policymakers, industry players, and community leaders. We are looking to directly influence the next government’s mandate ahead of the 2026 election, securing a cross-party commitment to this crucial 2030 target. The overall sentiment radiating across the presentations at the Summit was one of collaboration and shared optimism, underpinned by an urgent recognition of our current challenges.

Industry leaders, community advocates, and policymakers united around an undeniable consensus: universal connectivity is no longer a luxury or a privilege. It is a non-negotiable right fundamentally required for full participation in modern education, healthcare delivery, and economic prosperity. If we want to meet our vision that everyone in Aotearoa is connected to the best broadband service that meets their needs, we have to tackle the digital divide head-on.

Introduction by Craig Young, CEO, TUANZ

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