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Construction protocols under Alert Level 3
Supply Chain

Construction protocols under Alert Level 3

New safety rules will let building sites reopen under Alert Level 3, helping protect workers and avoid a return to stricter lockdowns.

By Michael Curreen • 7 min read • Wed, 29th Apr 2020
Construction protocols under Alert Level Three
Supply Chain

Construction protocols under Alert Level Three

Construction firms now have detailed COVID-19 rules to resume work under Alert Level 3, aiming to protect workers and avoid a return to lockdown.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2020
COVID-19 is no excuse to ignore usual health and safety risks
Risk & Compliance

COVID-19 is no excuse to ignore usual health and safety risks

Workers returning to sites after lockdown face added risks from inactivity, mental strain and social distancing, says NZISM President Greg Dearsly.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Apr 2020
Huge surges projected for businesses after lockdown
eCommerce

Huge surges projected for businesses after lockdown

Retailers, couriers and cafes could see demand rebound sharply, with most New Zealand adults expecting to return once restrictions ease.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 21st Apr 2020
Seven ways to manage your holdings through the lockdown and downturn
Risk & Compliance

Seven ways to manage your holdings through the lockdown and downturn

New Zealand property owners are being urged to avoid panic decisions, as low rates and support measures may help cushion the lockdown fallout.

By Michael Curreen • 7 min read • Mon, 13th Apr 2020
Lockdown laws that will affect every landlord
Power / Energy

Lockdown laws that will affect every landlord

Tenants face a temporary freeze on rent rises and evictions as New Zealand's four-week COVID-19 lockdown halts viewings and house moves.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2020
Kiwis keen to reduce workplace screen time - for a $250 bonus
Mental Health

Kiwis keen to reduce workplace screen time - for a $250 bonus

The poll shows an appetite for workplaces to assess the amount of time their employees are on a screen, and provide an incentive for people to switch off.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Mar 2020
Coronavirus: What businesses need to know
Data Protection

Coronavirus: What businesses need to know

Businesses facing coronavirus disruption can now find daily-updated government guidance on tax, travel, staffing and workplace safety.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Sun, 1st Mar 2020

Global Stories

Mental Health stories

Kiwi firm ignites Aotearoa's mental health & wellbeing support
Mental Health

Kiwi firm ignites Aotearoa's mental health & wellbeing support

Kiwi firm Emerge Aotearoa launches Ignite Aotearoa, a platform offering businesses flexible online mental health and wellbeing resources to support staff.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 6th May 2020
How to stay 'screen fit' when working at home
Hybrid & Remote Work

How to stay 'screen fit' when working at home

As home-working more than ever exhausts us digitally, maintaining a disciplined routine and actively switching off are key to avoiding screen fatigue.

By Barbara Parker • 3 min read • Tue, 5th May 2020
Hays launches free online training portal for businesses
EduTech

Hays launches free online training portal for businesses

A new online training portal has been launched in a bid to help employers thrive in the face of the COVID-19 crisis.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 5th May 2020
You're Invited: Westcon Imagine 2020 Virtual comes to you
Westcon-Comstor

You're Invited: Westcon Imagine 2020 Virtual comes to you

Mark your calendars for Thursday, 14th May, as Westcon Imagine 2020 Virtual brings industry leaders and captivating discussions straight to your screen.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 4th May 2020
Australia's IT & software sector job market on the rise
Software Development

Australia's IT & software sector job market on the rise

Australia's IT and software sector sees a 17.3% hiring growth spurt amid a decline in other industries due to the COVID-19 pandemic, LinkedIn notes.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2020
Aussies keen to go remote, but businesses may not be prepared
Unified Communications

Aussies keen to go remote, but businesses may not be prepared

A recent survey has shown that most Australian workers are finding remote work a boon, but businesses need to stay on top of tech to make it work.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Tue, 31st Mar 2020
DXC Tech to bring mental health tech to mining, oil and gas workers
Partner Programmes

DXC Tech to bring mental health tech to mining, oil and gas workers

Has entered a MOU with Australian-born Medibio which uses objective measures to identify depression, anxiety and stress.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2020
'Imagine 2020 reimagined': Westcon's annual event to go online
Westcon-Comstor

'Imagine 2020 reimagined': Westcon's annual event to go online

Westcon-Comstor is taking its annual Imagine conference online this year to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 Coronavirus.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Mar 2020
Interview: CCL & Canterbury DHB build IT backbone for healthcare
Health Technologies

Interview: CCL & Canterbury DHB build IT backbone for healthcare

Canterbury District Health Board and Computer Concepts united to upgrade healthcare IT following the 2011 quakes, aiming for better patient care and efficiency.

By Sara Barker • 7 min read • Tue, 10th Mar 2020
Feeling lonely online? Share a pic of your pet, says psychologist
Social Media

Feeling lonely online? Share a pic of your pet, says psychologist

Feeling down online? Pedigree's new app encourages Kiwis to share pet pics to combat social media negativity and improve mental health.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Mar 2020