Government stories - Page 26
What we always knew: The TPP and Intellectual Property
Thu, 15th Oct 2015
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nato
The recently leaked Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement shows the corporate seizure of copyright & pharmaceutical protection.
Show me the money: NZ First calls out Government on education spending
Mon, 12th Oct 2015
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edutech
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novopay
The Government claims it's spending more money than ever on education, but where has that money gone as parents struggle to afford schooling?.
Government wants increase in innovation
Fri, 9th Oct 2015
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r&d
NZ to boost economy with innovation drive, as Gov outlines digital strategy for business growth and diversification.
Tuanz sets ambitious goal for Kiwi business digital tech use
Tue, 6th Oct 2015
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cloud services
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Tuanz has set itself the bold goal of making sure that New Zealand is among the top 10 countries for digital technology business use by 2020.
Ruapehu makes a play for second broadband investment round
Mon, 28th Sep 2015
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broadband
Ruapehu submits plan to government to be included in next broadband and mobile investment round. Council highlights benefits of inclusion.
NZ Govt initiative encourages tech innovations
Tue, 22nd Sep 2015
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3d printing
The Technology Innovation National Science Challenge will focus on developing new technologies to create commercially successful breakthrough products.
Tasman district moves ahead with broadband funding application
Mon, 21st Sep 2015
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rural broadband initiative
The Tasman District Council has submitted its Digital Enablement Planas part of its application for Government broadband funding.
Hawke's Bay Local Authority Shared Service launches new website
Thu, 17th Sep 2015
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hawke's bay regional council
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shared services
Hawke's Bay Councils boost transparency with a new site, showcasing joint efforts to economize and innovate for locals.
Labour calls out Govt's tertiary data requirement plan
Wed, 16th Sep 2015
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Moves by govt for institutes to reveal where graduates end up working and what they earn is a step in the right direction, but comes with fish hooks.
Northland Regional Council upgrades website for cool $35,000
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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websites
The Northland Regional Council has launched a refreshed version of its website, costing $35,000, to make it easier to access information and services.
NZ First calls out government on rural broadband in Southland
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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rural broadband initiative
While the government claims its Rural Broadband Initiative is a success in Southland, their two local MPs say it's a failure, according to NZ First.
Spark responds to Government's Telco Act review
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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law
Spark will engage with the Government and the general public through this review to ensure NZ is placed to take advantage of the digital future.
It's about time: Govt launches Telco Act review
Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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communication
NZ Govt reviews Telco Act, aiming to revamp 2001 laws for the digital era and bolster future tech innovations.
Govt encourages Maori to get involved in IT
Mon, 31st Aug 2015
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jobs
The New Zealand Government has launched a Maori Technology Scholarship to encourage more Maori into the Information Technology sector.
How should content be regulated in NZ?
Fri, 28th Aug 2015
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digital media
The NZ Govt is sparking discussions around whether policy and regulatory frameworks are fit-for-purpose in the current media landscape.
NZ Govt asks: What does digital convergence mean for us?
Fri, 28th Aug 2015
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digital transformation
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law
The New Zealand Government has launched a Green Paper and work programme that explores digital convergence, looking at challenges and opportunities.
Online voting a step closer, as council puts hand up for trial
Thu, 27th Aug 2015
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porirua city council
The Porirua Council last night voted to be involved in a pilot for electronic voting for next year's local government elections.
Ministry's $600,000 website slammed
Mon, 24th Aug 2015
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websites
Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment under fire for spending $559,872 on new website, says Taxpayers' Union.
Is the NZ workforce ready for the digital future?
Mon, 17th Aug 2015
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stem
New Zealand at risk of falling behind in digital economy due to declining enrolment in STEM subjects, says new report.
Government moves on GST threshold to help Kiwi retailers
Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
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e-commerce
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gst
New Zealand retailers welcome proposal to lower threshold for GST on imported goods, aiming to compete fairly with foreign websites.