Post by Kiwi Frontline on Jan 24, 2020 4:33:54 GMT 12
RĀTANA PĀ GOES HIGH-TECH WITH UFB
Iwi, hapu and visitors to Rātana Pā near Whanganui now have access to ultra-fast broadband following its connection, completed in time for annual Rātana celebrations, Regional Economic Development Minister Shane Jones says.
The connection and associated hardware were funded from the Provincial Growth Fund’s $21 million Marae Digital Connectivity programme, which aims to connect rural communities to the internet.
“I am delighted to see Rātana pā, such an important and spiritual place, connected to the ultra-fast broadband network,” Shane Jones said.....
www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA2001/S00082/ratana-pa-goes-high-tech-with-ufb.htm
Iwi, hapu and visitors to Rātana Pā near Whanganui now have access to ultra-fast broadband following its connection, completed in time for annual Rātana celebrations, Regional Economic Development Minister Shane Jones says.
The connection and associated hardware were funded from the Provincial Growth Fund’s $21 million Marae Digital Connectivity programme, which aims to connect rural communities to the internet.
“I am delighted to see Rātana pā, such an important and spiritual place, connected to the ultra-fast broadband network,” Shane Jones said.....
www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA2001/S00082/ratana-pa-goes-high-tech-with-ufb.htm