Slingshot
New Zealand broadband, power and mobile provider known for simple, affordable plans.
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Overview
Slingshot is a New Zealand telecommunications brand offering broadband, mobile and power services to households. Launched in 2001, it set out to challenge the local telco industry by providing better-value internet backed by strong customer service. The company positions itself as simple, affordable and stress-free, targeting families who want reliable connectivity without complexity. Slingshot's product range includes wireless broadband, fibre broadband and mobile plans. Its wireless broadband starts from NZ$60.00 per month and uses the 4G mobile network for quick setup without waiting for technicians. Standard broadband plans start from NZ$101.00 per month, covering basic browsing to high-demand streaming and gaming. Mobile services are powered by 2degrees, offering discounts for customers who bundle mobile with broadband. The brand emphasises customer-friendly policies such as the "No Dramas Contract," which gives customers flexibility if service standards are not met. It also provides a mobile app for account management, Wi-Fi troubleshooting, bill splitting and live video support. Customer service is NZ-based and available in English, Te Reo Māori and New Zealand Sign Language. Slingshot has received awards for its service, including a 2021 Silver Award for Customer Service (Contact Centre with over 50 seats). Slingshot is part of 2degrees, a major New Zealand telecommunications provider. This ownership allows it to leverage 2degrees' mobile network while maintaining its own brand identity focused on value and simplicity. The company continues to operate in the New Zealand market, offering bundled services that combine broadband, mobile and power.
History
Slingshot launched in 2001 with the goal of challenging the New Zealand telecommunications industry by offering better-value internet services. From the beginning, the company focused on making broadband simple, affordable and stress-free for households, differentiating itself through customer service and straightforward plans. Over the years, Slingshot expanded its offerings beyond basic internet to include mobile and power services. It became known for its "No Dramas Contract," which gives customers flexibility if service standards are not met. The company also invested in customer support, providing NZ-based help in English, Te Reo Māori and New Zealand Sign Language, and won awards for its service, including a 2021 Silver Award for Customer Service. Slingshot is now part of 2degrees, one of New Zealand's leading telecommunications providers. Under this ownership, Slingshot continues to operate as a distinct brand focused on value, leveraging 2degrees' mobile network to offer bundled broadband and mobile plans. The brand remains active in the New Zealand market, serving families with a range of connectivity options.
- 2021
Wins Silver Award for Customer Service (Contact Centre with over 50 seats).
- 2001
Slingshot launches in New Zealand.
Products and positioning
Simple, affordable and stress-free broadband and mobile for New Zealand families.
Wireless Broadband
Uses 4G mobile network, from $60.00/month, no installation wait.
Broadband
From $101.00/month, suitable for browsing to heavy streaming and gaming.
Mobile
Powered by 2degrees, with discounts for broadband customers.
Too Easy Bundle
Bundles broadband and mobile for simplicity and value.
Recent events
Reported
WorkWave announces acquisition of Slingshot[3]
WorkWave announced its acquisition of Slingshot, a provider of customer call center software and outsourced sales and customer response services. The announcement describes the acquisition as combining the two companies' offerings; it does not state that the acquisition was completed.
Reported
Polaris updates the 2021 Slingshot[4]
The 2021 Polaris Slingshot is arriving at dealerships with an updated AutoDrive gearbox and new features, including paddle shifters and Hill Hold.
Reported
Hamilton appoints agencies for Sydney production campaign[5]
Hamilton appointed Slingshot, Workshop Creative and Bridges PR to implement a campaign for its Sydney production, which was scheduled to begin in March 2021.
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