Fast fibre. Fairer access.
Reliable home internet helps families learn, work, stream, search, connect and get things done. Our subsidised fibre option is designed to help eligible households in Tuatahi First Fibre areas get connected to fast, reliable fibre at a lower monthly cost through participating internet service providers (ISP).
Helping more familes get connected
We believe every household deserves the chance to be part of today’s digital world. For some families, the cost of home broadband can be a real barrier. This plan helps reduce that barrier by making a reliable fibre connection available to eligible homes at an affordable price.
It is built for everyday household use, from schoolwork and gaming to video calls, banking, streaming, email and keeping in touch with the people who matter.
Are you eligible?
A participating ISPs will confirm whether your household qualifies. Eligibility may include but is not limited to:
- Your home address is within eligible areas inside the Tuatahi First Fibre network area.
- Fibre is already installed at the property.
- The fibre connection has not been active in the last three months.
What you get
100/20 Mbps fibre
A basic fibre plan which is adequate for everyday use, including browsing, emails, video calls, online learning, streaming and general household internet.
No more than $30 per month
Participating ISPs offer the plan at a capped monthly price, helping make home fibre easier to budget for.
Seriously reliable
You will love experiencing the reliability of fibre. In and out of peak times and no matter what the weather.
Good to go
Your home already has fibre equipment installed, getting connected is easy. Just place an order with your internet service provider – no technician, no installation needed. Once it’s activated, simply plug in and connect.
How to get connected
1
Check your address
Use our address checker to see whether fibre is available at your place and whether an optical network terminal (fibre box) is already installed.
2
Choose a participating provider
Select a provider offering the affordable fibre plan in your area. They will walk you through the next steps and confirm eligibility.
3
Get online
Once approved, your provider will help activate the connection and get your household up and running.
Participating providers
EDOS
Accessing the Internet is an essential part of modern life but many Kiwi families can’t afford the regular payments. At EDOS, our mission is to make home internet accessible for everyone, providing affordable fibre connections for lower-income families.
ASHNET
We strive to ensure that every Kiwi, from bustling cities to the most remote parts of Aotearoa, has access to quality, affordable internet that enhances their lives and opportunities.
Questions you may have
Is this plan available everywhere?
Can I apply directly through Tuatahi?
What speed is the plan?
How much does it cost?
What if fibre is not installed at my address?
What if I had fibre recently?
