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Christchurch stories - Page 5
Kura takes on solving global issues with 3D printing
Thu, 8th Jun 2017
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the mind lab
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technology in the classroom
Students at Christchurch's Te Kura Kaupapa Māori O Te Whānau Tahi are using 3D modelling and printing to tackle world problems.
Digital wedding planner app wins Christchurch Startup Weekend
Mon, 22nd May 2017
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startup weekend
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accelerator
Binder helps brides and grooms-to-be plan their weddings with all the service of a human wedding planner and the convenience of a smartphone.
Grow quickly or fail fast – Christchurch gears up for sold-out Startup Weekend
Wed, 17th May 2017
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entrepreneur
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startup weekend
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accelerator
The intensive business accelerator requires entrepreneurs to conceptualise, test, and build the foundations of a new business in just 54 hours.
Christchurch: Spark & Ministry of Justice team up to deploy cloud tech
Mon, 1st May 2017
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cloud services
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ministry of justice
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spark
Christchurch's new Justice Precinct partners with Spark for state-of-the-art cloud tech, ensuring seamless inter-agency connectivity.
Christchurch company expands with New York ferry contract
Tue, 11th Apr 2017
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software development
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connexionz
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transport
Christchurch's Connexionz secures a tech deal for NY ferries, with passenger counting and 'infotainment' services to set sail soon.
Construction begins on exciting new Christchurch school
Mon, 10th Apr 2017
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new school
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student directed learning
Construction begins on new Ao Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery school in Christchurch, featuring flexible learning spaces and digital workshops.
Kiwi-based software company gets back to its roots in Chch
Thu, 6th Apr 2017
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software development
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software
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trineo
Software firm Trineo returns to its Christchurch roots, thriving post-quake with global success and innovative drive.
Who made the cut? Finalists announced for NZ Hi-Tech Awards
Thu, 30th Mar 2017
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hi-tech awards
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gopro
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awards
Entries this year were scattered from Kaitia to Invercargill, resulting in a record number of entries – 30 percent up on last year.
Spark to return to Chch CBD in 'striking' new Cathedral Square office
Tue, 7th Mar 2017
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retail
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hedra
Spark to return to Christchurch CBD with new office in Cathedral Square. Building set to be ready by July 2019. #Spark #Christchurch #CBD.
TIN report showcases New Zealand's tech prowess to investors
Thu, 20th Oct 2016
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain
The Technology Investment Network's 201report has revealed the extent of technology's reach in what's now New Zealand's third biggest export secto.
Bigger, better and stronger: Global Office celebrates return to Christchurch CBD
Tue, 11th Oct 2016
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software development
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global office
In the aftermath of the 2011 quake, Global Office has resurrected as a tech Phoenix in Christchurch's rejuvenating CBD.
Kiwis should stop thinking small with technology, says industry expert
Mon, 10th Oct 2016
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nztech
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productivity
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kiwi
One of the newest board members at NZTech believes New Zealand's tech impact on the world doesn't have to be small.
Vodafone 'excited' to bring new services to Kiwi homes and businesses
Wed, 5th Oct 2016
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uc
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investment
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ufb
Vodafone NZ gears up to launch 1Gbps fibre broadband, fuelling Kiwi connectivity with cutting-edge digital services.
Unemployment in tech the equivalent to 'economic climate change', says expert
Tue, 4th Oct 2016
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cartech
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self-driving cars
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singularityu
Tech job losses are akin to 'economic climate change,' says Kathryn Myronuk of Singularity University, warning of drastic impacts as automation advances.
Announcing New Zealand's next innovation hotspot...Christchurch?!
Mon, 15th Aug 2016
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opinion
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debtor daddy
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banking
Christchurch blossoms into NZ's tech scene; promising to be the latest innovation hub with big names investing for a high-tech future.
Christchurch schools to benefit from $200,000 donation from SKY
Tue, 24th May 2016
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healthtech
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sky
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earthquakes
Christchurch's quake-hit schools to get new turfs from SKY's generous £200k donation, boosting post-disaster recovery.
NEC NZ ups local smart city focus
Mon, 11th Apr 2016
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digital signage
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surveillance
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displays
NEC New Zealand showcased its smart city suite of offerings to central and local government leaders in Wellington last week.
Christchurch, Uber has landed
Thu, 17th Mar 2016
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uber
Uber rolls into Christchurch offering free rides, promising to shake up local transport and aid the city's rebuild.
Is social media the way to go in a crisis?
Tue, 16th Feb 2016
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facebook
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social media
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rebuild christchurch
During Christchurch's 5.7 earthquake, millions turned to Rebuild Christchurch on Facebook, illustrating social media's vital role in crisis communication.
Social media campaign in remembrance of 2011 ChCh earthquake
Mon, 15th Feb 2016
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social media
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getbehindit
A new campaign is underway in remembrance of the fifth anniversary of the February 22nd 2011 Christchurch earthquake.