Auckland stories - Page 6
Fusion5 buys Kordia's managed IT business
Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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cybersecurity
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it services
Fusion5 has acquired Kordia's managed IT business, gaining 26 experts to boost its services while Kordia refocuses on core cybersecurity and connectivity sectors.
One New Zealand unveils sustainable office in Wynyard Quarter
Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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power / energy
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hybrid & remote work
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energy efficient
One New Zealand has opened a sustainable office in Auckland's Wynyard Quarter, blending flexible workspaces with Māori culture and eco-friendly design.
NZ small business sales show slow growth as jobs decline
Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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agricultural technology
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financial systems
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smb
NZ small businesses saw 1.9% sales growth year-on-year, but jobs fell 1.2%, with sectors like construction and hospitality facing ongoing challenges.
Lancom backs Whānau Day 2025 to inspire Auckland youth in tech
Wed, 29th Oct 2025
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hyperscale
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it industry
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lancom technology
Lancom Technology backs Whānau Day 2025 in Auckland to inspire over 1,000 youths and families towards careers in the tech sector through hands-on activities and talks.
Housies lets Kiwis invest in property from just NZD $100
Mon, 27th Oct 2025
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property market
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real estate
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housing crisis
New Zealand startup Housies lets Kiwis invest in property from just NZD $100, offering a new path to homeownership with shared equity options.
Fortinet launches Auckland SASE PoP to boost NZ cybersecurity
Tue, 21st Oct 2025
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saas
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firewalls
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casb
Fortinet has launched its first Secure Access Service Edge point of presence in Auckland, enhancing cybersecurity and connectivity for New Zealand businesses.
Wellington hosts first free e-waste recycling day at stadium
Tue, 21st Oct 2025
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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oecd
Echo Technology will host Wellington's first free e-waste recycling day at Sky Stadium on 2 November, helping locals dispose of old electronics responsibly.
Malabar Gold & Diamonds expands to New Zealand with USD $75m plan
Mon, 13th Oct 2025
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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global expansion
Malabar Gold & Diamonds has launched its first New Zealand store in Auckland, kicking off a USD $75m expansion across the country and creating over 80 jobs.
Rush acquires Pixel Fusion to target GLAM, education & energy
Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
RUSH has acquired Pixel Fusion, boosting its managed services and expanding into education, energy and GLAM sectors with stronger recurring revenue growth.
Kordia appoints Willo Chapman Head of Sales for cyber & cloud
Tue, 7th Oct 2025
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devops
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
Kordia has appointed Willo Chapman as Head of Sales for Cyber, Cloud and Connectivity to drive digital services growth and customer success in New Zealand.
Optic Security Group shines at 2025 New Zealand Security Awards
Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
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socs
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security industry
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optic security group
Optic Security Group won Security Integrator and Security Consultant of the Year at the 2025 New Zealand Security Awards in Auckland.
Tasman Express cable to boost Sydney-Auckland data capacity
Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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dc
Southern Cross Cables is developing the Tasman Express subsea cable to boost data capacity and cut latency between Sydney and Auckland by 2028.
Luxury rental shortage in New Zealand costs economy thousands weekly
Mon, 22nd Sep 2025
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property market
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real estate
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travel
New Zealand faces a shortage of luxury rental homes, losing thousands weekly as high-net-worth visitors struggle to find premium stays, harming the economy.
Samsung offers free Auckland drive-through e-waste collections
Mon, 22nd Sep 2025
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data privacy
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clean technologies
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samsung
Samsung Electronics New Zealand will host two free drive-through e-waste collections in Auckland this October to encourage responsible disposal of old electronics.
Exclusive: Datacentre220 reveals 'next chapter' in latest rebrand
Mon, 8th Sep 2025
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hybrid cloud
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datacentre infrastructure
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digital transformation
Datacentre220 rebrands to lead New Zealand's edge computing revolution, connecting 90+ networks from its carrier-neutral Auckland facility.
Andrew Crawford joins Digital Island as General Manager of Business Development
Mon, 1st Sep 2025
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uc
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digital transformation
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cx
Andrew Crawford joins Digital Island as General Manager of Business Development to drive growth and AI-enabled customer solutions from September 2025.
New Zealand startups at Showcase raise nearly USD $2 billion
Fri, 29th Aug 2025
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fintech
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entrepreneurship
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capital raising
New Zealand startups pitching at Icehouse Ventures' Showcase have raised nearly USD $2 billion in funding over 15 years, boosting local innovation and jobs.
Bolt sees rapid growth in drivers & riders across Auckland
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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drivers
Bolt's Auckland launch sparks rapid growth, with drivers up 350% and riders nearly 600%, reshaping the city's daily transport scene since June.
Aon Insights Series to address risk & resilience in Auckland
Mon, 25th Aug 2025
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Aon will host its first Insights Series in Auckland, focusing on risk and resilience with leaders addressing complex challenges across industries in 2025.
SkyePets to launch US & transatlantic in-cabin pet flights
Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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dubai
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travel
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2026
SKYEPETS to launch direct in-cabin pet charter flights from Australia to the US and Europe, offering stress-free travel for pets and owners from 2026.