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Young minds find tech solutions for mental health

Thu, 24th Apr 2014
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Lifehack Weekends are giving young people the opportunity to create technology-based solutions to aid mental health issues.
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Kiwi social innovators on track to crowdfund US$100k democracy app

Fri, 11th Apr 2014
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Loomio raises over US$74k through crowdfunding to develop its decision-making app, used by thousands worldwide.
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Labour's David Cunliffe on ICT

Mon, 23rd Dec 2013
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A long time ICT fan, David Cunliffe was keen to step back into an ICT role, taking over as Labour spokesperson when he took over the reins as Opposition leader.
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Can the internet save mental health sufferers?

Mon, 15th Jul 2013
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New Zealand Mental Health Foundation praises social media, believing the internet to help depression sufferers.
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Vague Vivid appoints interim CEO

Wed, 24th Apr 2013
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Vivid Solutions names Miles Smith as interim CEO following Simon Hayden's departure, setting the stage for new management era.
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Hamilton software company trumps UK competitors

Wed, 23rd May 2012
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Wild Bamboo clinches another UK client, outperforming local rivals in a fierce bid, showcasing its health software prowess.
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Computer game tested as depression treatment

Tue, 24th Apr 2012
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Auckland University's Sparx video game, funded by NZ's Ministry of Health, tests as a promising depression treatment for the youth.
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Case study: Pact disability support group

Mon, 12th Mar 2012
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How a South Island organisation used a tailored CRM to track the progress of its patients and boost the IT confidence of its staff.
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IT AS A CURE

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Johan Vendrig, CIO for the Auckland District Health Board, sees technology and its processes as the answer to uniting the health sector in its common cause.
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Questions around benefits of $1.5b network

Wed, 28th Apr 2010
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NetSafe's Cocker questions the true benefits of the Govt's $1.5b Ultra Fast Broadband network, amidst debates on its future uses.
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Surviving the winter

Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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As winter chills bite, contact centres like Mercury Energy brace for a surge in calls and employee absenteeism, revealing a crucial focus on staff wellness.
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Agent angst

Mon, 1st Feb 2010
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NZ contact centres risk employee welfare and profits through outmoded metrics and high stress, costing firms over £1.5bn annually, study finds.
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Even astronauts get the blues

Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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Harvard Prof develops anti-depression program for astronauts, aimed at combating mental health issues in space, ensuring privacy from NASA.