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‘Speed dating’ scheme for recruits goes nationwide

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A “speed dating” style Earn as You Learn scheme linking paid factory work and study is to expand nationwide after a strong Waikato trial.
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Dear Santa - A Christmas wishlist for crypto owners (2025 edition)

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Crypto fans pen a festive wishlist to Santa, hoping 2026 brings calmer markets, clearer rules and fewer awkward family debates.
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Kiwi Uber drivers win employee status in Supreme Court decision

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New Zealand’s Supreme Court has ruled that Uber drivers are employees, enabling thousands to claim full employment rights and backdated pay.
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Oracle expands AI, multi-cloud & local partnerships in ANZ

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Oracle is broadening its AI and multi-cloud partnerships in Australia and New Zealand, focusing on data sovereignty and sector-specific cloud solutions.
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AC3 achieves PROTECTED IRAP status for Managed Cloud platform

Fri, 24th Oct 2025
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AC3's Managed Cloud platform has achieved PROTECTED IRAP status, enhancing secure, compliant cloud services for Australian and New Zealand government and regulated sectors.
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Faster cloud adoption could save NZD $3.6 billion for NZ government

Wed, 22nd Oct 2025
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New Zealand could save NZD $3.6 billion by 2035 by accelerating cloud adoption in government, boosting productivity and improving public services.
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Otago pilot delivers digital skills boost for Pacific workers

Mon, 22nd Sep 2025
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Project Fetu pilot in Otago boosts digital skills for Pacific and rural workers, offering community-based training amid regional manufacturing job cuts.
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NZ invests NZD $70 million to boost AI research & innovation

Thu, 18th Sep 2025
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New Zealand pledges NZD $70 million over seven years to advance AI research, boost innovation, and create high-value jobs in health, agriculture, and technology.
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AWS launches NZD $7.5 billion cloud region to boost Kiwi tech

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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AWS launches a NZD $7.5 billion cloud region in New Zealand, creating 1,000 jobs and boosting the country's GDP by NZD $10.8 billion.
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SAP expands sovereign cloud services for public sector in ANZ

Wed, 3rd Sep 2025
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SAP expands its Sovereign Cloud services in Australia and New Zealand, enhancing data control and security for public sector and regulated industries.
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Most NZ government bodies not ready for strict email security law

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Three-quarters of New Zealand government bodies lack the highest email security standard required by upcoming October 2025 regulations, research finds.
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ANZ firms face rising repeat ransomware attacks & executive threats

Mon, 11th Aug 2025
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Ransomware attacks in Australia and New Zealand have surged, with one in three incidents repeated and executives facing rising physical threats, warns new report.
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Kiwis lack awareness of high fees in international transfers

Wed, 4th Sep 2024
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Wise's research reveals 29% of Kiwis lack understanding of international money transfer fees, and calls for NZ government regulation to ensure transparency.
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National disaster coordination system still on ice

Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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Despite 20 years of attempts, New Zealand still lacks an effective disaster coordination system. Locals fear they remain unprepared for the next Cyclone Gabrielle.
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New Zealand completes cyber security review after IPAC threats

Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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New Zealand’s NCSC has reviewed its practices following cyber threats against IPAC members, highlighting the need for broader, more comprehensive cyber security measures.
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Government urges all data centres to use renewable energy

Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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Government officials are calling for renewable energy use for data centres, highlighting support for New Zealand's Net Zero 2050 goals.
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NZ Government urged to lead in tackling cyber challenges

Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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Splunk’s VP is urging the New Zealand Government to establish consistent standards and centralised investment to avoid evolving cyber threats.
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Waikato Regional Council achieves digital modernisation with Infor

Wed, 29th Nov 2023
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Waikato Regional Council propels into digital age with transition to cloud-based Infor CloudSuite Public Sector.
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Government ministry blocks AI technology from staff use

Fri, 9th Jun 2023
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New Zealand's Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment has banned staff from using AI technology due to data and privacy risks.
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Why you should attend the NZ Government Data Summit 2023

Thu, 6th Apr 2023
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Building an inclusive and integrated data system for informed policy and improved service delivery in New Zealand Government Sector.