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Eylex named exclusive INVISIO distributor in Australia
Procurement

Eylex named exclusive INVISIO distributor in Australia

The deal gives defence and public safety agencies in Australia and New Zealand local technical, servicing and warranty support for INVISIO systems.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • This month
AI will cost some jobs. Poor change management will cost more
Digital Transformation

AI will cost some jobs. Poor change management will cost more

Avoidable job losses could rise if leaders delay role redesign, even as one in four workers globally face some exposure to generative AI.

By Glen Maguire • 7 min read • This month
Homhero appoints Pete Smith to board as growth nears
Property Technology

Homhero appoints Pete Smith to board as growth nears

The appointment gives the Gold Coast software group direct operator insight as it nears its 10th year and passes USD $3 billion in bookings.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • This month
Turnitin says Clarity cuts AI-written student work
Generative AI

Turnitin says Clarity cuts AI-written student work

Australian and New Zealand students using Turnitin's monitored writing platform were about 40% less likely to submit work flagged as mostly AI-generated.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • This month
Most ANZ firms still fail to scale AI beyond pilots
Digital Transformation

Most ANZ firms still fail to scale AI beyond pilots

Only 5.2% of organisations in Australia and New Zealand have scaled AI beyond pilots, with structure and workflows proving the biggest barriers.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • This month
80% of ANZ firms hit by cyberattacks, Claroty says
Digital Transformation

80% of ANZ firms hit by cyberattacks, Claroty says

Operational downtime and safety risks are mounting, as Claroty says ANZ organisations lost an average USD $2.04 million per cyberattack last year.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • This month

Stories from Other Regions

New Zealand (NZ) stories

Featherston water race bylaw lapse leaks through policy cracks
Local Government

Featherston water race bylaw lapse leaks through policy cracks

Residents and farmers face weaker protection for a 40-kilometre rural water supply after Featherston's bylaw expired two years ago.

By Emily Ireland • 3 min read • This month
Stalled coastal pathway back on the table for Porirua
Porirua City Council

Stalled coastal pathway back on the table for Porirua

Porirua City Council has earmarked $14 million for the Tītahi Bay project, reviving hopes of a 1.4-km shared path and seawall work.

By Justin Wong • 3 min read • This month
Lodestone signs Briscoe Group & Farro to solar deals
Clean technologies

Lodestone signs Briscoe Group & Farro to solar deals

The deals broaden Lodestone's business customer base as more New Zealand firms seek renewable power and firmer control over electricity bills.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • This month
Securecom goes live on Snowflake's New Zealand instance
Data Analytics

Securecom goes live on Snowflake's New Zealand instance

The local launch gives New Zealand customers in regulated sectors in-country hosting, faster AI queries and tighter governance over sensitive data.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • This month
Labour says it will force airlines to show real prices up front
Airlines

Labour says it will force airlines to show real prices up front

Passengers could get automatic refunds under Labour's plan, which also targets hidden fees and limited competition on regional routes.

By RNZ • 2 min read • This month
Will the election have an impact on rents?
Housing

Will the election have an impact on rents?

Rents are expected to stay subdued despite the election, as weak demand, ample supply and household finances continue to cap increases.

By Susan Edmunds • 4 min read • This month
Construction begins on country's highest road bridge
Agricultural Technology

Construction begins on country's highest road bridge

Road users and freight operators should benefit from a safer, more reliable link, as the project is now forecast at $275-$325m after savings on tender pricing and design.

By Alexa Cook • 3 min read • This month
Feijoa & Renti let renters turn points into KiwiSaver
Investing

Feijoa & Renti let renters turn points into KiwiSaver

Renters in New Zealand can now convert loyalty points into KiwiSaver or investments, as Feijoa expands beyond round-ups with Renti Rewards.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • This month
Afterpay expands to NZ ticketing as sport spending surges
Buy Now Pay Later

Afterpay expands to NZ ticketing as sport spending surges

Fans are turning to buy now, pay later to secure scarce seats, as entertainment orders on the platform jumped 60% year on year.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • This month
Vulnerable 114-year-old bridge into Martinborough closing for debris removal
Emergency services

Vulnerable 114-year-old bridge into Martinborough closing for debris removal

Drivers to Martinborough face two days of delays this week as flood debris is cleared from the only direct road link into town.

By Emily Ireland • 4 min read • This month
Rangiora's failing water pipes set for 'once in a generation' overhaul
Heavy Rain

Rangiora's failing water pipes set for 'once in a generation' overhaul

Businesses in Rangiora face months of disruption as ageing mains under High Street are replaced to avoid further bursts and flooding.

By David Hill • 3 min read • This month
$30 vape sparks $2.5m headache: Recycling mistakes cost ratepayers
Local Government

$30 vape sparks $2.5m headache: Recycling mistakes cost ratepayers

Recycling failures have left ratepayers covering $2.5 million in damage and months of costly detours after a vape battery ignited a fire.

By Kira Carrington • 3 min read • This month