Youth stories
Voters back health insurance reforms & AI safeguards
Last month
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data privacy
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
Battleground-state voters want tougher health insurance rules and strong AI guardrails, with overwhelming support for mental health protections.
RAD sets five-year plan to close digital divide for youth
Fri, 24th Oct 2025
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chorus
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education, learning & training
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digital literacy
RAD sets a five-year plan to close Aotearoa's digital divide for youth through device access, digital skills, and systemic partnerships.
Research reveals online content's dual impact on Kiwi youth
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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edutech
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software development
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fitness
New research from the Classification Office and Netsafe reveals online content's dual role in shaping young New Zealanders' body image.
Digital Future Aotearoa calls for greater laptop donations
Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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edutech
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clean technologies
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education, learning & training
Amid a growing digital divide, Digital Future Aotearoa urgently appeals for laptop donations for their RAD initiative, supporting educational and employment aspirations of Aotearoa's youth.
Kaspersky warns of elevated child cybersecurity risks in 2024
Tue, 23rd Jan 2024
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edutech
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email security
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ai
Cybersecurity experts at Kaspersky reveal increasing threats to minors in 2024, including AI-generated inappropriate content, cyberattacks on young gamers and malicious app downloads.
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Brother New Zealand appoints Manuel Efaraimo as chief operating officer
Fri, 27th May 2022
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brother
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mana
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māori
After 2 decades in business, Manuel Efaraimo is appointed as COO. His culture and experience will drive Brother to new levels of excellence.
Three out of four APAC youth want to work in green economy
Tue, 26th Apr 2022
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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accenture
Accenture's latest research report finds 77% of APAC youth want a job in the green economy over the next decade.
Dell's 'Legacy of Good' plan underscores commitment to team, society & environment
Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
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network infrastructure
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partner programmes
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supply chain
Dell showcases CSR achievements post-EMC merger with its 'Legacy of Good' plan, aiming to advance human progress.
Teckweek'17 kicks off to to encourage global thinking and inspire youth
Sat, 6th May 2017
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government
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ict
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productivity
Techweek'17, a nationwide event showcasing New Zealand-grown technology and innovation to the world, kicked off today amidst much fanfare.
New APAC headquarters for Google in Singapore
Tue, 15th Nov 2016
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edutech
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microsoft
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google
Google's new APAC HQ opens in Singapore, marking growth and aiming to boost regional tech careers and innovation.
'LinkedIn for Youth' platform launches for students, graduates and educators
Thu, 28th Jul 2016
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social media
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support
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linkedin
The platform connects youth, educators, service providers and businesses together to support students through education, training and employment.
BE Intent takes to world stage in Talent Unleashed awards
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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education, learning & training
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support
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air new zealand
NZ's BE Intent, whose offerings include a support and resiliency app for youth and businesses, is a finalist in the global Talent Unleashed Awards.
Tech leaders elected to Kiwi IT body
Tue, 9th Dec 2014
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uc
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collaboration
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iitp
Ian Taylor takes the helm as president of NZ's IITP, with Mike Dennehy as deputy, vowing to drive IT sector collaboration and diversity.
Youth turning to search engines for advice
Fri, 23rd May 2014
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martech
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healthtech
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google
Youth are more likely to seek advice from search engines than from family, friends and professionals, finds a Colmar Brunton survey commissioned by Youthline.
GrabOne partners with Kidsline
Tue, 6th Dec 2011
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grabone
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nfp
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funding
GrabOne allies with Kidsline to support youth mental health, launching a donation page with options to contribute NZD $5 to NZD $50 for the cause.
Vodafone lures Farmside chief exec
Fri, 18th Jun 2010
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uc
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broadband
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vodafone
Tony Baird steps down as Chief Executive of Farmside to join Vodafone as Head of Networks and Operations, following a transformative three-year tenure.