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Digital wellbeing checks aim to boost student mental health support

Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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The REID Wellness Programmeme uses digital check-ins to support student mental health, aiming for nationwide access across New Zealand schools.
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Network for Learning marks milestone in school network upgrades

Mon, 11th Aug 2025
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Nearly a third of New Zealand schools have now received N4L’s next-generation Managed Network upgrades.
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Network for Learning upgrades Wi-Fi in over 1,700 NZ schools

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Network for Learning has upgraded Wi-Fi in over 1,700 New Zealand schools, enhancing internet speed and reliability for digital learning nationwide.
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AI-powered writing tool boosts literacy in New Zealand schools

Thu, 5th Jun 2025
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Several New Zealand schools report improved literacy after using the AI-driven Writer’s Toolbox, showing significant gains in student writing skills and confidence.
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NZ schools urged to boost emergency communication plans

Thu, 29th May 2025
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NZ schools urged to strengthen emergency communication as lockdowns grow frequent, with Skool Loop offering free, instant alerts to 1,300+ schools nationwide.
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What if security solutions could help your business reach its sustainability goals?

Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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As we approach 2025, businesses must embrace sustainability or risk obsolescence, with innovative security solutions now serving as essential tools for achieving these goals.
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AI tool boosts student performance by 47% in schools

Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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Education Perfect's AI-feedback tool shows a 47% improvement in student performance across trials in over 100 Australian and New Zealand schools.
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Recycling laptops empowers youth in New Zealand schools

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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A partnership between Christchurch Boys' High School's RAD Club and Te Huarahi Linwood Avenue's Code Club has refurbished laptops to enhance digital skills for Aotearoa's youth.
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N4L partners with Palo Alto & 2degrees for school network

Mon, 7th Oct 2024
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N4L has forged long-term partnerships with Palo Alto Networks and 2degrees to enhance Managed Network services for New Zealand schools, starting March 2025.
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N4L launches MyN4L, aiding NZ schools in online management

Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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Network for Learning (N4L) introduces MyN4L, a new platform helping New Zealand schools manage online activity with ease and efficiency.
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Kami reaches $300 million valuation with new US investment

Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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New Zealand’s ed-tech star Kami secures major investment from Boston Ventures, boosting its valuation to $300 million and reaffirming its global ambitions.
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Education Perfect unveils new brand to drive innovation in EdTech

Tue, 9th Jul 2024
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Education Perfect relaunches brand amid push for global growth, aiming to revolutionise learning with AI tools and improved personalised instruction for students.
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New tech on display at Dynamic Supplies Auckland showroom

Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
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Dynamic Supplies NZ unveils innovative tech solutions at its expanded Auckland showroom, diversifying from traditional printing into unified communications and outdoor tech.
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Cyber Sentience exposes hackers selling school IT System access

Wed, 31st May 2023
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A cyber security firm says hackers are selling access to IT systems at hundreds of New Zealand schools and tertiary institutes.
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Cyclone selected as NZ MOE software licensing partner

Thu, 23rd Jun 2022
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Cyclone Computer Co. Ltd has been selected as the Ministry of Education's software licensing partner, providing Microsoft and non-Microsoft software.
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The biggest cyber-attacks of 2021 in New Zealand

Tue, 5th Oct 2021
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Cyber attacks have surged in New Zealand, hitting organisations of all sizes across various sectors, raising concerns about data security.
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The rise of cybercrime and NZ's fragmented response

Tue, 15th Jun 2021
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Cybercrime is rising in New Zealand, but victims often struggle to get justice. Anusha Bradley investigates how to better protect cybercrime victims.
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Ministry of Education says curriculum won't widen digital divide

Thu, 29th Aug 2019
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The Ministry of Education defends its digital curriculum, emphasising it won't widen the digital divide, with NZD $38 million allocated for support.
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Rocket Lab joins Skills Bright Sparks to inspire Kiwi kids

Mon, 12th Aug 2019
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Rocket Lab partners with the Skills Bright Sparks competition to encourage young Kiwis to pursue careers in space exploration and innovation.
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Virtual creative writing helps Kiwi kids 'feel brave'

Fri, 19th Jul 2019
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Over 8,000 Kiwi children joined a live virtual creative writing workshop from Christchurch, boosting their emotional wellbeing with the support of Cisco.