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KAREN (Kiwi Advanced Research and Education Network) provides high-capacity, high-speed broadband between research, education and innovation organisations in New Zealand and with similar organisation overseas.
The objectives of REANNZ are to:
REANNZ is a Crown-owned company, listed under schedule 4 of the Public Finance Act 1989 and incorporated under the Companies Act 1993. Its shareholders are the Minister of Finance and the Minister of Research, Science & Technology. Each shareholder holds 500 shares on behalf of the New Zealand public.
Although REANNZ is not a Crown Entity listed under the Crown Entities Act, it is the intent of the shareholders that it act in a manner consistent with the Crown Entities Act. REANNZ is subject to the Official Information Act.
The functions and purpose of the company are contained in its Constitution and further augmented by its Statement of Intent.
Its performance is monitored by CCMAU, in conjunction with the Treasury. The Ministry of Research, Science & Technology maintains a policy oversight role on REANNZ's outcomes.
Funding for training and research opportunities that enhance the use of the Advanced Network was available through REANNZ's Capability Build Fund. This fund is now exhausted.