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Where is property still booming?
Inflation

Where is property still booming?

West Coast and Canterbury are still posting strong gains, but a surge in listings and weaker demand is cooling prices nationwide.

By Michael Curreen • 11 min read • Thu, 12th May 2022
The AI Forum helps NZ pave the way with AI sustainability practices
Artificial Intelligence

The AI Forum helps NZ pave the way with AI sustainability practices

Non-profit organisation The AI Forum is helping Kiwis learn about addressing climate change issues through the use of AI technology.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Thu, 12th May 2022
Infrastructure strategy cannot wait
Supply Chain

Infrastructure strategy cannot wait

Delaying action on the 30-year blueprint risks worsening New Zealand's 118,500-worker shortfall and $210 billion infrastructure gap.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 10th May 2022
Cities being pushed into intensification
Auckland Council

Cities being pushed into intensification

Councils face tighter deadlines as new rules could bring taller housing to city centres and transit hubs, raising pressure on infrastructure.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Mon, 9th May 2022
New Zealand roading project wins top engineering prize
Auckland University

New Zealand roading project wins top engineering prize

The award underlines how the state highway network’s maintenance spending will be steered, as Waka Kotahi seeks reliable roads over the next decade.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 9th May 2022
Opensignal report analyses and awards NZ network providers
Unified Communications

Opensignal report analyses and awards NZ network providers

The recent Opensignal Mobile Network Experience Report has revealed new findings and award recognitions for the NZ telco market.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Fri, 6th May 2022
Cloud 'extremely important' to future growth, report finds
Digital Transformation

Cloud 'extremely important' to future growth, report finds

Lack of skills and cost hindering businesses' adoption of cloud and digital transformation, reveals new research.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 6th May 2022
AR would attract new talent to construction but a third will not invest
Digital Transformation

AR would attract new talent to construction but a third will not invest

A third of construction executives have no plans to adopt augmented reality, despite its potential to cut costs and help draw in younger workers.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 5th May 2022
Coming winter a ‘toxic cocktail’ for worker safety
Risk & Compliance

Coming winter a ‘toxic cocktail’ for worker safety

Slippery surfaces, tighter deadlines and fatigue are set to raise injury risks as wet weather returns and firms chase quotas.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Thu, 5th May 2022
Record growth for NZ startups as conscious investment trend emerges
Health Technologies

Record growth for NZ startups as conscious investment trend emerges

New Zealand has a reputation for efficiency and innovation, and has strong potential to be a leader in climate tech.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 5th May 2022
RUCKUS emphasizes the digital challenge for aged care providers
Network Infrastructure

RUCKUS emphasizes the digital challenge for aged care providers

With a new generation comes new requirements for what they need from post-retirement care, whether that's video calls, e-reading or even gaming.

By Tom Raynel • 6 min read • Wed, 4th May 2022
Why video calls are bad for brainstorming
Unified Communications

Why video calls are bad for brainstorming

Creative work may suffer online, as a US study found video calls produce fewer ideas than face-to-face meetings.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd May 2022
Are ‘Crystal Battery’ cells an EV breakthrough?
Space

Are ‘Crystal Battery’ cells an EV breakthrough?

Sulphur-based cells could cut EV battery costs sharply, with Theion claiming triple the range and far less energy use in production.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd May 2022
World’s tallest timber tower planned for Perth
Climate change

World’s tallest timber tower planned for Perth

A $350-million proposal could bring 245 apartments to South Perth if planners back the 50-storey hybrid project.

By Michael Curreen • 1 min read • Mon, 2nd May 2022
What to expect from the Fair Pay Agreements Bill
Small Business

What to expect from the Fair Pay Agreements Bill

Small businesses could face higher pay costs and disputes if the Fair Pay Agreements Bill becomes law in its current form.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd May 2022
A roadmap to better infrastructure
Supply Chain

A roadmap to better infrastructure

Local and central government backing will decide whether New Zealand's 30-year infrastructure strategy turns recommendations into real projects.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 2nd May 2022
HPE NZ sees $8 million decline in latest financial report
Supply Chain

HPE NZ sees $8 million decline in latest financial report

HPE New Zealand has seen a decline of over NZD$8 million in the sale of its goods year-over-year, according to its latest financial report.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd May 2022
Spark launches Microsoft Dynamics 365 upgrade across enterprise
Enterprise Resource Planning

Spark launches Microsoft Dynamics 365 upgrade across enterprise

Spark and Microsoft NZ have recently collaborated to launch Microsoft Dynamics 365 across the entire Spark business enterprise.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd May 2022
Chorus enhances West Coast infrastructure for upgraded telecoms
Network Infrastructure

Chorus enhances West Coast infrastructure for upgraded telecoms

Chorus has announced the completion of a 250km infrastructure project set to provide the West Coast with upgraded and enhanced telecommunications.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd May 2022