Earthquakes stories - Page 2
Science research given $54 million boost
Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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New Zealand's top scientific researchers awarded $54.6 million in Marsden Fund grants.
$2m insurance payout for Renaissance
Wed, 4th Apr 2012
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Renaissance, a Kiwi IT firm, receives over $2m insurance for quake losses, aiding their 'stretched' balance sheet.
Christchurch bathroom firm claims Greentree prize
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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Old IT systems compared to a long-drop dunny in the era of the en-suite.
Preperations paid off
Fri, 1st Jul 2011
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Chris Dever, CIO for the Canterbury District Health Board, tells Henrietta Kjaer about how he and his team handled the Christchurch earthquakes – and about what it takes to make it in Health IT.
Canon prepares for supply shortages
Tue, 5th Apr 2011
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Canon warns of looming product shortages across NZ and Australia due to the impact of a recent earthquake in Japan.
Christchurch shakes again
Fri, 1st Apr 2011
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Christchurch hit by a 6.3 quake just months after a 7.1 tremor, marking one of New Zealand's deadliest disasters with over 166 dead.
NZICT: Business is open in Christchurch
Fri, 25th Mar 2011
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Both Kiwi-based and international tech companies have pulled together to donate equipment to Christchurch businesses.
Free IT training offered to Christchurch businesses
Tue, 22nd Mar 2011
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Microsoft business software training is being offered free to Christchurch businesses affected by the earthquake.
Now Telecom appoints Christchurch recovery director
Mon, 21st Mar 2011
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Now Telecom taps Ralph Chivers, ex-GM and Ultra-Fast Broadband lead, to steer its Christchurch earthquake recovery efforts.
iPad 2 component shortages
Fri, 18th Mar 2011
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iPad 2 faces component shortages due to supply chain disruptions in Japan, posing potential sale challenges globally.
Steve Jobs emails Japanese staff
Fri, 18th Mar 2011
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Steve Jobs expresses solidarity with Apple's Japanese team amidst devastation, offering support following the delay of iPad 2 launch due to tragic events.
NZ telcos offer free calls to Japan - Updated
Fri, 18th Mar 2011
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2degrees, Telecom and Vodafone all offer credits to customers who called Japan following the earthquake last week.
Vodafone appoints Christchurch Recovery Director
Thu, 17th Mar 2011
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Russell Hewitt, ex-CEO of Vodafone Australia, appointed to spearhead Vodafone's recovery efforts in Christchurch, prioritising community and business rebuild.
iPad 2 launch delayed in Japan
Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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Apple postpones the iPad 2's Japan launch due to last week's devastating earthquake and tsunami, focusing on recovery efforts.
More IT equipment needed for Christchurch
Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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Christchurch's recovery needs more IT equipment; RemarkIT leads donation drive with NZ Trade and Enterprise aiming to bridge the digital gap.
2degrees: 500 free texts for ChCh customers
Mon, 14th Mar 2011
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2degrees steps up for Christchurch, offering customers 500 free texts to connect with loved ones amid trying times.
Telecom extends free calls deal in ChCh
Wed, 9th Mar 2011
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Telecom announces extension of free call offer for Christchurch residents, rivalling 2degrees' recent free calling concession.
Renaissance issues Murray Wood statement
Tue, 8th Mar 2011
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Renaissance mourns the tragic death of board member Murray Wood, a victim of the Christchurch earthquake, extending deep sympathies to his family.
Orcon goes live in Palmerston North
Tue, 8th Mar 2011
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Orcon completes its unbundling in Palmerston North, offering local loop services despite minor delays linked to events in Christchurch.
Free calls for 2degrees Christchurch customers
Mon, 7th Mar 2011
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2degrees offers 30 free calling minutes to customers in quake-hit Christchurch, aiding communication in challenging times.
Renaissance distribution continues to shrink
Thu, 3rd Mar 2011
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Renaissance shifts away from distribution, seeking to 'own' the customer; Chairman Colin Giffney outlines mixed results but sees right direction.
Fibre Watch: UFB on shaky ground
Thu, 3rd Mar 2011
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The fate of the project is uncertain as the government makes it clear its spending priorities have changed overnight.
Govt considering UFB delay?
Wed, 2nd Mar 2011
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InternetNZ says the option to delay or scrap the UFB process is a possibility being considered by parts of government.
Telecom CEO praises analogue phone response
Wed, 2nd Mar 2011
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Telecom calls on New Zealanders to donate old landlines to help those without power following the Christchurch earthquake.