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Kiwi named Konica's best salesman

Mon, 14th Jun 2010
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Gavin Bethwaite from New Zealand has been honoured as Konica Minolta's top global salesperson, with colleague Daniel Marshall securing the second spot.
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BlackBerry app challenge detailed

Wed, 9th Jun 2010
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NZ developers urged to join the BlackBerry Super Apps Developer Challenge, aiming to spotlight top apps across APAC with $1.5m in prizes.
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June Game Console out now!

Fri, 4th Jun 2010
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June's issue of Game Console hits shelves, featuring UFC 2010 Undisputed and exclusive tips to master Super Street Fighter IV. Plus, win an iPad!.
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Buy PSPgo get 10 free games

Wed, 2nd Jun 2010
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Sony announces irresistible PSPgo offer: Buy now and claim 10 free games, including hits like Assassin's Creed and GTA. Offer ends Sept 30.
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2010 FIFA World Cup – South Africa

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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The biggest sporting event on the face of this earth deserves to be represented in video game form by nothing but the best.
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NIWA signs up to satellite

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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The New Zealand Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) vessel RV Kaharoa has been fitted with an advanced mobile satellite solution.
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Google buys web app developer

Wed, 28th Apr 2010
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After working with the search giant for five years on iGoogle gadgets, Labpixies has now become part of the Google stable.
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Websense names new ANZ MD

Wed, 14th Apr 2010
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Adam Bradley has been appointed Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand to support partner growth in the channel.
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Fishing in an ever-decreasing talent pool

Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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As ICT demand spikes, firms struggle in a dwindling talent pool, turning globally to fill critical roles in a competitive job market.
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Revera appoints new client services managers

Mon, 15th Mar 2010
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The Auckland-based computing infrastructure and platform services company has named two new client services managers.
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ICANN chief urges African internet expansion

Wed, 10th Mar 2010
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ICANN CEO Rod Beckstrom calls on African nations to enhance affordable internet access, equating the current digital deficit to a modern drought.
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2degrees backer a formidable foe

Thu, 21st Jan 2010
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John Stanton, 2degrees backer, shares insights and long-term investment plans at Auckland event, highlighting his experience and commitment.
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Wellington claims top speeds

Mon, 18th Jan 2010
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Wellington boasts the fastest internet speeds in Oceania, topping Akamai's Q3 2009 report with 3488 Kbps, outpacing major cities like Sydney and Canberra.
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NZ misses out on Unisys solution

Fri, 6th Nov 2009
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It's on the market to 30 million Latin American subscribers, but a Unisys voice to text application developed in Wellington is not available here.
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UNICEF New Zealand goes 'Under Cover' to save lives

Fri, 30th Oct 2009
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UNICEF New Zealand launches 'Under Cover' campaign to raise NZD $385,000 for life-saving bed nets, targeting malaria prevention in children.
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Software Education grants international licence

Tue, 13th Oct 2009
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Software Education expands globally, granting its first international licence to South Africa's NextGen for its acclaimed courses.
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Auckland company on the ball with iPhone apps

Tue, 8th Sep 2009
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Auckland's Conduit makes a splash with its iRugby Pro app, clinching top spots in NZ and South Africa's Apple iTunes store for sports apps.
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By industry, for industry

Wed, 1st Jul 2009
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Support. Educate. Engage. These three words represent the core focus of the recently formed Contact Centre Institute of New Zealand.
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Doing business on the move

Wed, 1st Jul 2009
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New Zealand urged to embrace mobile phone systems for improved productivity and cost reduction. #technology #business.
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Making dreams come Trew

Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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Trew Solutions, a tech company, expands from SA to NZ, revolutionising software reselling with bespoke solutions and stellar customer service.