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NZ tech unknown in Asia - we need to do more to put NZ on the map
NZTech

NZ tech unknown in Asia - we need to do more to put NZ on the map

New Zealand needs to invest in promoting its technology sector, says Mitchell Pham, chair of NZTech and FinTechNZ.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Aug 2017
Instagram loves New Zealand: Our most Instragrammed spots in 2016
Instagram

Instagram loves New Zealand: Our most Instragrammed spots in 2016

The top 10 most Instagrammed spots in New Zealand have been revealed, showcasing the country's stunning landscapes and photography skills.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Dec 2016
Spark supports next phase of Rural Broadband Initiative for Kiwis
Unified Communications

Spark supports next phase of Rural Broadband Initiative for Kiwis

New Zealand telco Spark welcomes the next phase of the Rural Broadband Initiative to improve internet speeds in rural areas.

By Sam Worthington • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Oct 2016
We are not alone: NZ's tech industry now transcends local borders
Unified Communications

We are not alone: NZ's tech industry now transcends local borders

Size and location doesn't matter in the tech industry any more. New Zealand's innovation and expertise matches global levels.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Jun 2016
Further $3.6m to help Kiwi business succeed internationally
Trade

Further $3.6m to help Kiwi business succeed internationally

Government allocates $3.6 million to New Zealand Story initiative, building the country's international profile. #exporters.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Jun 2016
Lake Wanaka draws travellers to the region with hyperlapse video
Hyperscale

Lake Wanaka draws travellers to the region with hyperlapse video

Stunning hyperlapse by Matthew Vandeputte highlights Lake Wanaka, set to attract hundreds of thousands with its mesmerising beauty.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2015
UPDATE: Air New Zealand forecasts fare discounts; yield pressure looming
Air New Zealand

UPDATE: Air New Zealand forecasts fare discounts; yield pressure looming

The only cloud on Air New Zealand's horizon in coming months will be yield pressure as it faces more competition from foreign-owned airlines due to lo.

By Pattrick Smellie • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Feb 2015
Millennium & Copthorne lifts annual profit 11%, on the back of CDL gains
Quantum Computing

Millennium & Copthorne lifts annual profit 11%, on the back of CDL gains

Millennium & Copthorne Hotels New Zealand, one of New Zealand's largest hotel operators, has lifted annual profit 11 percent and its dividend after.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Feb 2015
NZ guest nights jump to a record in September on rise in international travellers
Statistics NZ

NZ guest nights jump to a record in September on rise in international travellers

NZ sees record guest nights in September, boosted by a surge in international visitors according to Statistics New Zealand.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Nov 2014
Start-up sessions: itravelnz
Cloud Services

Start-up sessions: itravelnz

In a new column, IT Brief editor Angelique Jurd looks at a promising start-up that's creating and innovating with technology.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Dec 2011
Kiwi companies need to spend money to make money
Agricultural Technology

Kiwi companies need to spend money to make money

New Zealand must invest in R&D to revitalise its economy, says IRL's deputy CEO Stein, urging businesses to innovate amid increased government funding.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Sep 2011
IBM reveals NZ Innovation Index
Agricultural Technology

IBM reveals NZ Innovation Index

Partnering with the University of Auckland, IBM's 2010 Innovation Index finds New Zealand's innovation rate stagnant since 2000, with only farming excelling.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd Feb 2010

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IT job ads down, report finds
EduTech

IT job ads down, report finds

Job advertisements in the information technology sector have fallen 2.4%, despite the total number of online job advertisements growing by 1.1%.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Thu, 26th Jan 2017
NZ economy grows 0.8% in fourth quarter, on tourist spending, heated housing market
Inflation

NZ economy grows 0.8% in fourth quarter, on tourist spending, heated housing market

The New Zealand economy expanded in the fourth quarter as tourists drove growth in retailing and accommodation, and property sales increased demand fo.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Mar 2015
Tech sector concerned at slip in education standards
EduTech

Tech sector concerned at slip in education standards

New Zealand's tech sector is alarmed as the latest OECD PISA survey shows a significant drop in education standards, endangering future competitiveness.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 30th Dec 2013
Welly woes
Intel

Welly woes

Although this month's fail may not qualify as a celebrity fail per say, we think it fits into this category and definitely merits some attention.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Jul 2011
A diverse role
EduTech

A diverse role

Mainfreight CIO Kevin Drinkwater on the juggling act of a CIO: balancing swift solution delivery, keeping costs down, and navigating the cloud revolution.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Dec 2009