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N4L: 300 more schools connected by 2015...
Fri, 8th Aug 2014
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Network for Learning (N4L) exceeds targets, as 700 schools and 225k students are now connected to its Managed Network.
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Record number of Kiwis filing tax returns online
Fri, 8th Aug 2014
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Record numbers of Kiwis are filing tax returns online, taking advantage of new services provided by Inland Revenue, says Revenue Minister Todd McClay.
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Ahead of schedule N4L connects 700th Kiwi school...
Thu, 7th Aug 2014
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The rollout of fast internet to New Zealand schools reaches milestone as Te Kura o Waikare becomes the 700th connected school.
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Internet Party: Digital drive will deliver 'truly responsive' Govt
Wed, 6th Aug 2014
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Internet Party's digital strategy promises a future of enhanced democracy and streamlined services for New Zealand, aiming for 'truly responsive' government.
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IT Profession welcomes 'path forward' for NZ online voting...
Wed, 6th Aug 2014
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NZ's IT professionals herald a new era as the govt explores online voting, with IITP praising a report that charts a secure, inclusive future.
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IT path opens as Microsoft NZ pledges million-dollar Tech Youth investment
Tue, 5th Aug 2014
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Microsoft NZ pledges $1m to High Tech Youth, aiming to bridge the IT gap for underserved Kiwi youth, boosting skills and career pathways.
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Key must 'come clean' on NSA / GCSB fibre optic cable interception
Tue, 5th Aug 2014
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Green Party calls on PM John Key to explain discussions about a US interception site on New Zealand's fibre optic cable.
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Govt: Online voting ticking the right boxes
Tue, 5th Aug 2014
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An online voting report for local elections has been welcomed by Associate Local Government Minister, Peseta Sam Lotu-Iiga.
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'Slow, sluggish, not sweet at all'... Labour slams broadband
Tue, 5th Aug 2014
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Rural communities, frustrated by slow and unstable broadband, have been delivered a two fingered salute by Steven ‘Everything’s Sweet' Joyce.
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NZTech praises Govt agency data access progress...
Mon, 4th Aug 2014
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The NZ Technology Industry Association welcomes progress on a business transformation project to simplify business-government interaction.
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NZ widens Big Data eye as business potential reaches the sky...
Sat, 2nd Aug 2014
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New Zealand aims to be world leader in data sharing with high ethical and privacy standards, says Finance Minister.
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School ICT review will address skills shortage, says MYOB
Fri, 1st Aug 2014
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MYOB champions gov't push to combat NZ’s ICT skills gap through school curriculum overhaul, promising brighter futures for students.
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Govt's Digital Technologies review 'big news' for sector
Fri, 1st Aug 2014
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The Government's new strategic plan for science and technology in schools has been praised by the Institute of IT Professionals.
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Big Telco, Big praise, Big Data…
Fri, 1st Aug 2014
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New Zealand’s largest technology company has welcomed a report of the Data Futures Forum that highlights the exciting opportunities that could come fr.
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Xero praises power of Big Data as doors open for business...
Fri, 1st Aug 2014
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Xero champions Big Data's potential, highlighting collaborative efforts between sectors in NZ to unlock economic and social benefits.
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Govt launches more opportunities to engage ‘curious minds’
Thu, 31st Jul 2014
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New plan to boost science engagement among NZ youth, as Govt invests in future innovators, says Ministers Joyce and Parata.
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Foss welcomes first crowdfunding licence...
Thu, 31st Jul 2014
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New Zealand welcomes its first equity crowd-funding and peer-to-peer lending licences as part of its Business Growth Agenda.
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Novopay rolls over to Government-owned company
Thu, 31st Jul 2014
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The UK government to manage school payroll system from 17 Oct, following a deal with Talent2 to enhance stability and reduce costs.
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Harré heads to Helensville to hassle Key on Internet economy
Thu, 31st Jul 2014
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Internet Party Leader Laila Harré takes on Prime Minister John Key in his own electorate, demanding answers on his stance on technology.
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$65k up for grabs as Govt offers Kiwi start ups flying start in business...
Tue, 29th Jul 2014
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The ANZ Flying Start Business Plan Competition is back for 2014, and looking to uncover New Zealand’s next big thing.
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Political parties push for Coleman exit as Dotcom debacle drags on
Tue, 29th Jul 2014
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NZ Immigration right to distance itself from claims ministers were unaware of FBI involvement in #KimDotcom case. (110 characters).
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Should Coleman come clean over FBI Dotcom briefing?
Mon, 28th Jul 2014
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Former Immigration Minister Jonathan Coleman called upon to reveal when he was informed of FBI investigation into Kim Dotcom.
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Adams slams 'underwhelming' Labour UFB plans
Mon, 28th Jul 2014
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Labour's ICT policy of endless reviews would increase the digital divide, claims New Zealand's Minister for Communications and Information Technology.
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“Go home Dotcom”… Drury slams “depressing” political ICT plans
Sat, 26th Jul 2014
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As the political heavyweights debated the future ICT roadmap for New Zealand last night, Rod Drury sat shaking his head in the crowd.