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CHASNZ’s three-part strategy to reform health and safety in construction
Supply Chain

CHASNZ’s three-part strategy to reform health and safety in construction

More than 70,000 assessments have already been carried out as the trust pushes for a unified safety benchmark across New Zealand construction.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Sun, 27th Jan 2019
Literacy help for company drivers
eLearning

Literacy help for company drivers

Audio training has been added to help company drivers understand road rules, after OECD data showed many New Zealand adults struggle with literacy.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Mon, 28th Aug 2017

Global Stories

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Global writing study results in the age of Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence

Global writing study results in the age of Artificial Intelligence

New Zealand's Writer's Toolbox launches a groundbreaking global study on student writing performance, aiming to unveil insights pivotal for educational methods.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 7th Apr 2025
AI initiative boosts Brisbane school writing scores
Artificial Intelligence

AI initiative boosts Brisbane school writing scores

Brisbane Catholic Education schools have achieved remarkable NAPLAN writing score improvements, with AI programme Writer's Toolbox enhancing student outcomes significantly.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Mar 2025
Why we should listen to Gen-Z's cybersecurity literacy need
Network Infrastructure

Why we should listen to Gen-Z's cybersecurity literacy need

There's no advancement in IT without cybersecurity at the front, and these young adults have a skill gap in the area.

By Garett Paton • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Jul 2023
Qlik and Accenture develop blueprint to data literacy
Data Analytics

Qlik and Accenture develop blueprint to data literacy

This document is designed to help organisations understand the steps needed to help their employees capitalise on the opportunities of a data-led future.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Jun 2022
Phonics more important than ever in a digital age
Massey University

Phonics more important than ever in a digital age

Massey University children's literacy specialist Tom Nicholson discusses how spelling is even more relevant in a digital age than ever before.

By Tom Nicholson • 5 min read • Mon, 12th Jun 2017

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Students borrow 4.8 million digital books in Australia
Social Media

Students borrow 4.8 million digital books in Australia

Australian and New Zealand students borrowed 4.8 million digital books in 2025 as ebooks led and audiobooks gained popularity across schools.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 11th May 2026
Niagara Catholic & Nelson boost Indigenous lesson support
Artificial Intelligence

Niagara Catholic & Nelson boost Indigenous lesson support

The rollout gives Niagara Catholic teachers curriculum-aligned support for Indigenous lessons after many said they lacked training on the subject.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Sat, 11th Apr 2026
ChatGPT tops Apple's 2025 app & game charts in Australia
Gaming

ChatGPT tops Apple's 2025 app & game charts in Australia

ChatGPT has swept Apple's 2025 app charts in Australia, topping both free iPhone and iPad download lists as AI tools surge in popularity.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Dec 2025
Cricut partners with Indigenous artists to support NAIDOC Week
Not for profit

Cricut partners with Indigenous artists to support NAIDOC Week

Cricut partners with three Indigenous artists to launch designs for NAIDOC Week, donating all proceeds to Indigenous charities supporting culture and literacy.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025
Discovery Education launches DoodleLearning apps in Australia
EdTech

Discovery Education launches DoodleLearning apps in Australia

Discovery Education launches its popular DoodleLearning maths and English apps for Australian children aged 2-14, supporting personalised learning at home and school.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 13th May 2025