Applications are invited to access the Managed Spectrum Park in the 2.5 GHz band

The 2.5 GHz MSP is intended for local and regional wireless broadband services, and seeks to encourage a flexible, cooperative, low cost and, as far as possible, self-managed approach to allocation and use of the radio spectrum resource.

The MSP is likely to be of interest to smaller industry players, local and regional councils and iwi groups who are considering the deployment of wireless broadband services. The Ministry intends to allocate the initial licences before end of 2009. Please refer to the detailed timetable.

Applications close on 4 September 2009.

For enquiries, contact the Ministry's Radio Spectrum Policy and Planning group at radiospectrum@med.govt.nz.