Lightwire are a rural broadband provider servicing rural Kiwis in the Waikato and Bay of Plenty. They pioneered smart and wireless broadband innovations in the region, supplying fast and reliable internet to rural communities since 2006. With their acquisition of NetSmart Ltd in 2016, Lightwire NZ were able to expand their broadband services to even more remote communities.
After being awarded funding for the Phase 2 of the Rural Broadband Initiative, Lightwire managed to connect 278 households and businesses in 2019, and are expected to conduct more! They’ve also put up additional towers and hilltop sites to connect users wherever they may be.
In addition to their affordable broadband plans, Kiwis can get a free plan for a month when they refer Lightwire to their friends and colleagues. Sign up to one of their plans today using glimp to enjoy one month of broadband for free!
You should choose Lightwire if you live in the Waikato and Bay of Plenty as they have over 220 broadband sites across the region. This makes them the largest wireless broadband provider in the area, providing high-speed internet in remote parts where broadband services are rare.
What’s more is that their broadband plans are affordable too! For as low as $85 a month, you can already enjoy 150GB of internet access! If you want a higher data cap, then purchase the 1000GB data plan for $185 a month! Regardless of which plan you go for, speed is fast and stable as long as you’re within the coverage area. You can also add a phone line along your broadband for $10, useful for local and international calls.
If you’re planning to move to the region, Lightwire can assist you with setting up your broadband in advance. Check your options with glimp and find out which plan best fits your requirements.
Simply go to their website, enter your home address to confirm your satellite coverage. You can also contact their customer service at 0800 121 314.
If you’re looking for the right plan for your needs, you can compare Lightwire plans with glimp and learn more.
Aside from a consistent internet connection, Lightwire NZ give free broadband installation when you sign up to their 12-month plan. If you need to connect your phone, laptop and PC to your wireless network, simply tell their technicians and they’ll do it for free!
Plus, if you’re an existing 1000GB user, Lightwire are giving you unlimited off-peak data between 12 am and 6 am every day. That’s unlimited binge-watching, games, and chatting with your friends!
Similar to any satellite broadband, lightwire set up a small wireless receiver on the top of your house, which is transmitted back to the main site located on top of a hill, should be seen from your property. Your technician should complete installation and activate connection in a few hours.
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Jordan was patient, pleasant and took the time to answer all of my questions. She made sure that I understood all the steps and was clear and concise in her replies. Jordan first verified that I was the person paying the bills and ascertained that my husband had already expressed a change to Pulse but wanted to speak with me first. As we are both older, we appreciate that Jordan had taken the time to ensure that we understood the importance of a smart meter as there are two dwellings on this meter.
Filomena had amazing customer service! She was very polite and respectful. She also was great at listening to my needs and offering solutions with options that had great savings. I would give her 10 stars if that was an option. If I decide to go ahead I would choose to go have her help me again. I have not had the best experience in the past with customer service reps so I would like to thank her for making this experience a good one. Kind Regards, Selena
Was an amazing ecperience to finally take a leap for change with the best offer. Excellent customer service provided and the most amazing help in detail and understanding. Very grateful for the persistence and patience. Thank you kindly
Thanks for the call and check in. You recommended I stay with my current provider as the rates were top notch. I'll touch base again in the next 12-18 months, you made it super easy. Great friendly and confident salesperson.
Philomena was efficient, patient and helpful. She had good data at hand to provide me with comparisons between what was offered and my current costs. She did a good job