New Zealand Government stories
AC3 achieves PROTECTED IRAP status for Managed Cloud platform
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AC3's Managed Cloud platform has achieved PROTECTED IRAP status, enhancing secure, compliant cloud services for Australian and New Zealand government and regulated sectors.
Faster cloud adoption could save NZD $3.6 billion for NZ government
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New Zealand could save NZD $3.6 billion by 2035 by accelerating cloud adoption in government, boosting productivity and improving public services.
Otago pilot delivers digital skills boost for Pacific workers
Mon, 22nd Sep 2025
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Project Fetu pilot in Otago boosts digital skills for Pacific and rural workers, offering community-based training amid regional manufacturing job cuts.
NZ invests NZD $70 million to boost AI research & innovation
Thu, 18th Sep 2025
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New Zealand pledges NZD $70 million over seven years to advance AI research, boost innovation, and create high-value jobs in health, agriculture, and technology.
AWS launches NZD $7.5 billion cloud region to boost Kiwi tech
Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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AWS launches a NZD $7.5 billion cloud region in New Zealand, creating 1,000 jobs and boosting the country's GDP by NZD $10.8 billion.
SAP expands sovereign cloud services for public sector in ANZ
Wed, 3rd Sep 2025
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SAP expands its Sovereign Cloud services in Australia and New Zealand, enhancing data control and security for public sector and regulated industries.
Most NZ government bodies not ready for strict email security law
Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Three-quarters of New Zealand government bodies lack the highest email security standard required by upcoming October 2025 regulations, research finds.
ANZ firms face rising repeat ransomware attacks & executive threats
Mon, 11th Aug 2025
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Ransomware attacks in Australia and New Zealand have surged, with one in three incidents repeated and executives facing rising physical threats, warns new report.
Kiwis lack awareness of high fees in international transfers
Wed, 4th Sep 2024
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Wise's research reveals 29% of Kiwis lack understanding of international money transfer fees, and calls for NZ government regulation to ensure transparency.
National disaster coordination system still on ice
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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Despite 20 years of attempts, New Zealand still lacks an effective disaster coordination system. Locals fear they remain unprepared for the next Cyclone Gabrielle.
New Zealand completes cyber security review after IPAC threats
Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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New Zealand’s NCSC has reviewed its practices following cyber threats against IPAC members, highlighting the need for broader, more comprehensive cyber security measures.
Government urges all data centres to use renewable energy
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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Government officials are calling for renewable energy use for data centres, highlighting support for New Zealand's Net Zero 2050 goals.
NZ Government urged to lead in tackling cyber challenges
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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Splunk’s VP is urging the New Zealand Government to establish consistent standards and centralised investment to avoid evolving cyber threats.
Waikato Regional Council achieves digital modernisation with Infor
Wed, 29th Nov 2023
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Waikato Regional Council propels into digital age with transition to cloud-based Infor CloudSuite Public Sector.
Government ministry blocks AI technology from staff use
Fri, 9th Jun 2023
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New Zealand's Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment has banned staff from using AI technology due to data and privacy risks.
Why you should attend the NZ Government Data Summit 2023
Thu, 6th Apr 2023
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Building an inclusive and integrated data system for informed policy and improved service delivery in New Zealand Government Sector.
59% of IT leaders feel Govt should be doing more - KnowBe4
Wed, 22nd Mar 2023
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KnowBe4’s latest research finds 59% of New Zealand’s IT decision-makers feel the government should be doing more to protect local businesses from cyber attacks.
Large cyber attack targets several government organisations
Wed, 7th Dec 2022
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New-Zealand IT MSP suffers cyber-incident, affecting government agencies. Data held by Mercury IT NZ blocked. Investigations underway.
Govt paper pushes case for fibre connectivity in rural NZ
Mon, 5th Dec 2022
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Chorus has welcomed the New Zealand Government's release of a new paper that sets out the country's high-level connectivity vision over the next decade.
Exclusive - Adobe recognised as approved supplier for NZ government agencies
Thu, 24th Nov 2022
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Adobe has announced it has been recognised as an approved supplier to registered New Zealand government agencies.