19 March 2026
3G shutdown update
What is happening?
All major cell providers, including 2degrees, One NZ, and Spark, have progressed with their 3G network shutdown. This means that many devices that rely solely on 3G have already stopped working.
This shift is impacting thousands of people, especially those already experiencing digital exclusion.
You can read the latest update on the shutdown in our CommunityNet Aotearoa resource here.
The Digital Equity Coalition Aotearoa (DECA) has also put together a 3G Shutdown Information Hub of resources.
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