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Exciting new technology brings hope to those with reading disabilities
Artificial Intelligence

Exciting new technology brings hope to those with reading disabilities

A wearable device could help thousands with sight loss or dyslexia read text aloud and work more independently without Wi-Fi or a smartphone.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Thu, 15th Feb 2018
Auckland's Promapp wins business process management contract
Robotic Process Automation

Auckland's Promapp wins business process management contract

Allied Medical adopts Promapp's cloud-based process management software to drive efficiency and improve customer experience.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2018
Deaf New Zealanders at risk in medical emergencies
Green Party

Deaf New Zealanders at risk in medical emergencies

Only eight of 20 district health boards can guarantee round-the-clock sign language access, leaving deaf patients exposed in emergencies.

By Geoff • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Mar 2017
Hearing Week spurs calls for better access
Human rights

Hearing Week spurs calls for better access

Disabled New Zealanders could gain wider access to jobs and services if proposed law introduced mandatory minimum accessibility standards.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Feb 2017

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Mindtree wins Mother Teresa Award for Corporate Citizen
Corporate social responsibility

Mindtree wins Mother Teresa Award for Corporate Citizen

Mindtree has clinched the prestigious Mother Teresa Award for Corporate Citizen, lauded for its philanthropic feats and commitment to social welfare.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Oct 2019
National government hindering progress in television captioning, says Green Party
Digital Entertainment

National government hindering progress in television captioning, says Green Party

Green Party calls for mandatory captioning of television in New Zealand, saying government isn't doing enough for disabled people.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd Dec 2014

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