New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 39
NZ Education Ministry faces smaller bill than feared for leaky schools, as Carter suit looms
Wed, 7th Jan 2015
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modernisation
New Zealand's Ministry of Education has cut its estimate for the total cost of fixing leaky schools by as much as $400 million, with a damages suit.
Britannia takes down TV ads, working with FMA over UK pension ads
Fri, 19th Dec 2014
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martech
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risk & compliance
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tax
Britannia pauses TV ads and adjusts its website after FMA concerns over UK pension transfer campaigns causing undue pressure on consumers.
'We're not going away,' says seabed miner, as EPA appeal dropped
Fri, 12th Dec 2014
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chatham rock phosphate
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environmental protection authority
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epa
Would-be seabed miner Trans-Tasman Resources has dropped its appeal against its rejected proposal to vacuum ironsands off the ocean floor far offsh.
Stulz to develop NZ reseller channel with launch of data centre optimisation service
Tue, 9th Dec 2014
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hyperscale
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dc
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power / energy
Stulz will be developing its reseller channel in New Zealand during 2015 and providing the data centre optimisation service through these new partners.
HealthPost website named 'Most Trustworthy' by Online Trust Alliance
Thu, 27th Nov 2014
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cloud services
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websites
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retail
HealthPost.co.nz has been named one of the 'Most Trustworthy' websites in New Zealand by the OTA, along with NZ Post, TradeMe and Xero.
Westcon Group expands NZ security portfolio with Palo Alto Networks
Mon, 24th Nov 2014
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Westcon Group bolsters its NZ security offerings by adding Palo Alto Networks to its portfolio, promising advanced protection for enterprises.
UPDATE: New Zealand, South Korea conclude free-trade agreement
Sat, 15th Nov 2014
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agricultural technology
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clean technologies
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climate change
NZ and South Korea seal a free-trade deal, slashing $230m in export tariffs, aiming to boost two-way trade currently valued at $4bn.
Kiwi cloud company Psoda expands Australian footprint
Tue, 11th Nov 2014
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hyperscale
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edge computing
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cloud services
NZ's Psoda partners with Macquarie Telecom to boost its cloud software reach in Australia, aiming to revolutionize local SaaS offerings.
Countdown posts 1.1% rise in 1Q sales as new stores openings offset weaker prices
Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
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sales
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countdown
Countdown saw a 1.1% boost in 1Q sales to NZD $1.5 billion, driven by new store openings, while comparable sales dipped 0.1% amid flat prices.
Synnex promises no going direct; slams those who do
Wed, 22nd Oct 2014
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uc
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synnex
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contact centre
Synnex has reconfirmed its commitment not to sell direct - and hit out at companies which sell to resellers while also competing with them.
Could the next election be hacked?
Tue, 23rd Sep 2014
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uc
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surveillance
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cloud services
This year's election has been and gone, however the debate over New Zealand's cyber security and surveillance is still a hot topic.
Data focus helps Vocus record 'significant' financial results
Fri, 29th Aug 2014
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uc
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fibre
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ethernet
Vocus Communications reports strong FY2014 results with net profit up 53% to $13.6m and revenue up 38% to $92.3m.
Symantec splashes out on swanky new Sydney office
Fri, 22nd Aug 2014
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symantec
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partners
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apt
Cybersecurity company Symantec has opened a new office and Security Operations Centre in Sydney as it prepares to celebrate its 25th year in Australia.
Adobe gives creative youth a voice
Fri, 15th Aug 2014
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martech
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adobe
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high tech youth network
Adobe Foundation's grant boosts HTYN, empowering NZ and Pacific youth with digital tools to enact social change and voice their stories.
Sure thing as ShoreTel hires new APAC VP
Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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shoretel
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leadership
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sales
ShoreTel appoints Frederic Gillant as Vice President and Managing Director for Asia Pacific to drive sales and expand partner network.
Mobility wheels not yet in motion as Kiwi firms lag behind...
Sat, 5th Jul 2014
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unisys
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mobility
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acquisition
Kiwi firms trail in mobility tech adoption, with just 10% hitting 'trendsetter' status, lagging global norm - Unisys report finds.
Intel gets in the gadget game with mega Auckland investment
Fri, 27th Jun 2014
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intel
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performance lab
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ceo
Intel Capital invests in NZ's Performance Lab, aiming to boost its global reach in the smart gadget health and fitness market.
Adobe ANZ MD secures lead Asia Pacific role
Tue, 10th Jun 2014
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martech
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adobe
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creative technologies
Paul Robson steps up as Adobe's Asia Pacific President, succeeding Craig Tegel, ready to steer the region's digital transformation.
Changes at board level as Telecom director retires...
Mon, 9th Jun 2014
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uc
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chorus
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leadership
Kevin Roberts has retired as non-executive director from the Board of Telecom after six years, with Ido Lefler stepping in.
Telecom's invests over $750,000 in North Canterbury mobile network
Tue, 20th May 2014
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uc
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government
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rural broadband initiative
From today locals and visitors to Ohoka, Swannanoa and North Kaiapoi will notice an improvement in mobile coverage...