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Strong increase in tech students as international education hits $2.85 billion
EduTech

Strong increase in tech students as international education hits $2.85 billion

NZ's international education sector soars to $2.85bn, backing 30,000 jobs and marking a strong tech student surge.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Jan 2015
Say goodbye to flipping burgers, hello to Kiwi career app
EduTech

Say goodbye to flipping burgers, hello to Kiwi career app

NZ's new career app revolutionises job planning for students, offering insights into 50 careers, future demands, and income levels.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Jan 2015
Silicon Valley trip encourages Kiwi students to choose ICT
EduTech

Silicon Valley trip encourages Kiwi students to choose ICT

This year, 39 Wellington East Girls' pupils were taken on a trip to the United States to see what the ICT sector is like.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Dec 2014
Autodesk helps Kiwi students prepare for workforce
3D Printing

Autodesk helps Kiwi students prepare for workforce

New Zealand and Australian schools gain access to Autodesk's 3D design software to prepare students for careers in STEAM fields.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Aug 2014
“Why can't women just leave tech alone”… NZ debate continues
Information Communication & Technology

“Why can't women just leave tech alone”… NZ debate continues

The gender gap in IT jobs persists, but efforts are being made to close it and encourage women into the industry.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 19th Aug 2014
Reseller rates rise as Paessler drives Network Monitoring ANZ demand
Paessler

Reseller rates rise as Paessler drives Network Monitoring ANZ demand

Paessler's recruitment drive fuels a surge in reseller rates, tapping into ANZ's growing demand for network monitoring solutions.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2014
New software service set to simplify ICT for government agencies
Data Loss Prevention

New software service set to simplify ICT for government agencies

New Zealand Government to streamline support systems with new office productivity software service. Datacom awarded contract.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Jun 2014
Summit sets high expectations for tertiary education's future
EduTech

Summit sets high expectations for tertiary education's future

Auckland hosts pivotal summit led by Steven Joyce, aiming to adapt NZ's tertiary education to future tech and global standards.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Jun 2014
270 R&D Student Grant places now open
Government

270 R&D Student Grant places now open

Over 270 openings for R&D Student Grants in NZ to boost innovation through internships, offering students a career leap in tech sectors.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 30th May 2014
eLearning innovation leads to DEANZ Award
Schools

eLearning innovation leads to DEANZ Award

Open Polytechnic lecturer wins DEANZ Award for excellence in eLearning, enhancing primary science teaching in NZ with innovative programs.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 5th May 2014
Kiwi first as Auckland's Media Design School partners with PlayStation NZ
Gaming

Kiwi first as Auckland's Media Design School partners with PlayStation NZ

Auckland's Media Design School partners with Sony to become NZ's only tertiary institute for developing PlayStation games.

By David Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2014
New qualification arms teachers with digital skills
Unitec

New qualification arms teachers with digital skills

New Zealand educators to enhance teaching with a pioneering digital skills qualification launched by The Mind Lab and Unitec.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2014
Tech industry needs students to follow IT career path
Institute of IT Professionals

Tech industry needs students to follow IT career path

Students are being encouraged to consider the many benefits of a career in IT, especially girls who may not have considered the technology industry.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sat, 5th Apr 2014
Innovative recruitment service OneShift launches in NZ
OneShift

Innovative recruitment service OneShift launches in NZ

OneShift, a groundbreaking online job platform, launches in NZ, offering businesses a smart, cost-effective way to find talent.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2014

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Qualifications stories

Are Kiwi workers turning their backs on IT and telco companies?
Information Communication & Technology

Are Kiwi workers turning their backs on IT and telco companies?

New Zealand's IT and telecom sector needs to refocus its recruitment strategy to attract top talent, as attractiveness of industry decreases.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 15th Aug 2014
More on me: Mark Petrie, Snap
Snap

More on me: Mark Petrie, Snap

From school dropout to CEO of Snap, Mark Petrie's journey shows the power of passion over formal education in the ICT industry.

By Donovan Jackson • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2014
Fronde gains two certified NetSuite consultants
Fintech

Fronde gains two certified NetSuite consultants

Fronde strengthens position as NetSuite ANZ partner with two new certified consultants, Sandra Wright and Andy Bennett.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2014
Chromebooks launch Otaki kura into digital world
Google

Chromebooks launch Otaki kura into digital world

Ōtaki's leap into the digital age: All 1060 pupils in six schools to get Chromebooks, bridging digital divides and harnessing te reo Māori online.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2014