What’s The Big Fibre Boost — And How Do You Get It?
If you live in greater Christchurch, chances are your fibre broadband just got a whole lot faster — and you didn’t have to lift a finger.
It’s all thanks to The Big Fibre Boost, a major upgrade rolling out across the country in June and July. Over 100,000 homes in the region are already enjoying the benefits, with faster speeds now baked into eligible fibre plans — for free.
So, what’s actually changed? Let’s break it down.
Faster Fibre. No Extra Cost.
Whether you’re streaming, gaming, working from home or just trying to keep up with the kids’ devices, speed matters. The Big Fibre Boost is all about giving more New Zealand homes faster internet — without changing plans or paying extra.
If you’re on one of the eligible fibre broadband plans, your download and upload speeds have already had a serious upgrade:
50/10 plans → now 100 Mbps download / 20 Mbps upload
50/20 plans → now 100 Mbps download (upload stays at 20 Mbps)
300/100 plans → now 500 Mbps download (upload remains 100 Mbps)
Yep, that’s double the download speed for many users — and a smoother, faster internet experience all around.
Why Download Speeds Matter
When you think of internet speed, it’s usually download speed you’re noticing — whether you’re streaming Netflix, downloading files, scrolling socials, or updating your apps.
“The Big Fibre Boost means less buffering, faster loading, and a more seamless experience overall,” says Enable Product Manager, Megan Millward. “It’s about future-proofing fibre broadband so it continues to deliver in our increasingly connected lives.”
What’s Actually Happening Behind the Scenes
Think of your internet like a pipe — data flows through it in both directions. But when too much data tries to squeeze through at once, things get slow.
This upgrade has essentially widened the pipe, allowing more data to move through at higher speeds. That means less lag, better quality streaming, and a smoother online experience for everyone at home.
So… Do You Need to Do Anything?
Nope! If you’re on an eligible plan, the upgrade has already happened automatically.
All that’s left for you to do is enjoy the boost. Whether you’re working remotely, binge-watching your latest obsession, gaming with mates, or doing schoolwork online — you’ll notice the difference.
Not Sure if You’re on an Eligible Plan?
Use our fibre comparison tool to check what’s available at your address, compare top providers, and get the best deal on ultra-fast broadband.
👉 Check your address now and see if fibre fast just got even faster at your place.