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Cisco announces aim to train 6.7 million people in APAC
Digital Transformation

Cisco announces aim to train 6.7 million people in APAC

At Cisco Live Melbourne, Cisco announced that it aims to train 6.7 million people in Asia-Pacific in digital and cybersecurity skills over the next 10 years.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Dec 2022
Legislative compliance requires privileged access management
Privileged Access Management

Legislative compliance requires privileged access management

Australia's Security Legislation Amendment (Critical Infrastructure) Act 2021, extends cybersecurity provisions to data, finance, water, energy, and more.

By Joseph Carson • 5 min read • Mon, 11th Apr 2022
Investment in AI and nanotech surges in wake of COVID-19
Artificial Intelligence

Investment in AI and nanotech surges in wake of COVID-19

The acceleration highlights wide recognition that the world cannot afford the human and economic cost of another pandemic.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Tue, 5th Jan 2021
Developers use Intel AI to solve some of the world's biggest challenges
Artificial Intelligence

Developers use Intel AI to solve some of the world's biggest challenges

Risab Biswas developed a computer vision application to help farmers more easily detect pathological disease in their plants.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Apr 2019
Keeping islands connected during weather disasters
Disaster Recovery

Keeping islands connected during weather disasters

Eaton leader John Atherton outlines how IT providers can ensure that isolated Pacific communities can stay connected during severe weather events.

By John Atherton • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Aug 2018
Cloud rapidly climbing Vertiv's most critical industries list
Unified Communications

Cloud rapidly climbing Vertiv's most critical industries list

Cloud and colocation are noted as being extremely important due to the increased dependence on these platforms across multiple businesses.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Jun 2017

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Young Kiwi scientist competes at Google Science Fair
EduTech

Young Kiwi scientist competes at Google Science Fair

At this time of year there are plenty of foggy patches around the country – but what if it was possible to turn that fog into drinkable water?.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 26th Jul 2019
Science and common sense are the only way forward
Sustainability

Science and common sense are the only way forward

Pragmatic solutions are needed to cut waste, trim compliance costs and keep safety goals intact as prescriptive rules prove too rigid.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 12th Jul 2019
What is the purpose and role of local government?
Local Government

What is the purpose and role of local government?

Pressure is mounting for councils to focus on community wellbeing as water reform exposes funding and delivery gaps in local services.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 25th Nov 2018
EPIC campaign for epic industry
Facebook

EPIC campaign for epic industry

Thousands of new workers will be needed to deliver planned infrastructure investment, putting pressure on contractors to widen the talent pool.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 29th Jul 2018
New report shines a light on the reality of sustainability in NZ
Clean technologies

New report shines a light on the reality of sustainability in NZ

Kiwi report reveals deep concern for UN goals, with stark gender divide on priorities for a sustainable future.

By Julia Gabel • 5 min read • Thu, 25th Jan 2018
Labour freshwater plan not totally waterproof
New Zealand Labour Party

Labour freshwater plan not totally waterproof

Environmental and tourism groups say Labour must spell out tougher limits and funding if it is to halt the decline in rivers and lakes.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 27th Jun 2017
Groundbreaking Freshwater Rescue Plan launched
Sustainability

Groundbreaking Freshwater Rescue Plan launched

New Zealand’s rivers and lakes could see stricter protection, with campaigners urging the next government to curb irrigation subsidies and cow numbers.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 8th Jun 2017
Kiwi company ARANZ Geo's global reach: From groundwater management to transport solutions
ARANZ Geo

Kiwi company ARANZ Geo's global reach: From groundwater management to transport solutions

The geological software modelling solutions company is shifting from its origins as a mining-centric business.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Apr 2017
Mixed environmental report card from OECD
Clean technologies

Mixed environmental report card from OECD

Rising dairy, transport and industry emissions are testing New Zealand’s green credentials, with the OECD warning that water pollution is worsening.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 22nd Mar 2017
LGNZ launches Water 2050 to develop cohesive policy
Sustainability

LGNZ launches Water 2050 to develop cohesive policy

Communities face billions in upgrade costs as local councils seek a single framework linking freshwater standards, funding and affordability.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Mar 2017
Samsung, Weta and Te Papa launch interactive high-tech Bug Lab exhibition
Gaming

Samsung, Weta and Te Papa launch interactive high-tech Bug Lab exhibition

Te Papa in New Zealand is opening a high-tech exhibition called Bug Lab, which showcases the science and beauty of insects in a visually stunning way.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Dec 2016