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Congestion in NZ's cities adds to employee strain

Tue, 10th Sep 2019
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New Zealand's city congestion strains employees' personal lives and mental health, says OneHQ CEO, urging companies to adopt flexible work practices.
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What will NZ's workplace of the future look like? We've got the trends.

Thu, 5th Sep 2019
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Hays predicts that ethical job automation, collaborative workplaces, and an aging workforce will shape New Zealand's future work environment.
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NZ's The Cookie Project seeks to break down disability stigmas

Wed, 28th Aug 2019
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NZ's The Cookie Project unveils QR code packaging to combat disability stigma by connecting consumers with bakers. Launching in select Auckland stores.
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'Wealth economy' key to measuring economic growth – University of Cambridge

Mon, 12th Aug 2019
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A University of Cambridge study argues GDP is obsolete for 21st-century policymaking, advocating for a 'wealth economy' focused on sustainability and wellbeing.
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Knock technology off its pedestal, expert says

Thu, 8th Aug 2019
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New Zealand tech expert says it's time to prioritize people over technology in the workplace, as face-to-face communication is crucial for productivity.
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'Smart arses' in a smart car on 18,000 km rally for mental health

Wed, 24th Jul 2019
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A Kiwi-British couple will drive 18,000 km in a 0.6L smart car to raise awareness for mental health, aiming to raise USD $10,000 for the charity I AM HOPE.
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Cisco NZ celebrates two internal promotions

Wed, 24th Jul 2019
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Cisco is welcoming Leanne Buer as its new Zealand country manager, as former country manager Dave Wilson heads to the US for his new role at Cisco HQ.
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Why the state sector overhaul is a huge opportunity – Accenture

Thu, 11th Jul 2019
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The Government's proposal to unify the entire state sector could deliver enormous economic and social benefits.
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Trade Me and GirlBoss kick off GirlBoss Awards for 2019

Wed, 10th Jul 2019
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Nominations are open for the 2019 GirlBoss Awards, celebrating young Kiwi women shaping the future of New Zealand.
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'Sittingitis' is the new taboo in the office

Tue, 25th Jun 2019
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Despite numerous health warnings on the negative effects of prolonged sitting, people continue to sit too much.
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Kiwis love the humble podcast, survey finds

Wed, 19th Jun 2019
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It's official – New Zealanders love listening to podcasts – and those under 45 years of age seem to love them the most.
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Why one in three CEOs would fire the person responsible for a breach - Nominet

Tue, 4th Jun 2019
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One in three CEOs would fire staff responsible for a data breach, finds Nominet's report on the cyber challenges and leadership gaps facing large enterprises.
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Youthline's new AI-powered support service is now live

Mon, 27th May 2019
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Youthline launches its new Digital Assistant, Sam, to provide support and information to young people in New Zealand.
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Xero champions workplace mental health for SMBs

Tue, 5th Mar 2019
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Xero launches the Xero Assistance Programme in partnership with Benestar to offer free mental health support to 5000 small business workers in New Zealand.
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Biotech an ailing area of NZ economy

Thu, 28th Feb 2019
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With New Zealand aiming to make tech our number two export by 2025, and primary industry already our number one, we need a clear path forward.
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Social media can improve lives after a disaster

Fri, 22nd Feb 2019
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New research shows social media can boost wellbeing post-disasters. The 'All Right?' campaign's Facebook page inspired 85% of users to take positive action.
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The tech that helped the first woman to sail around Australia

Mon, 17th Dec 2018
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Lisa Blair used devices from supplied by Pivotel to aid her in becoming the first woman to circumnavigate Australia non-stop.
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How AI can improve service desk productivity & staff wellbeing

Mon, 3rd Dec 2018
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AI can drive automation, which could be anything from answering common questions to providing automated actions based on a particular request.
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Three ways to improve mental health support in the workplace

Tue, 13th Nov 2018
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Boosting mental health support in workplaces is crucial, says Dr Tyler Amell of CoreHealth Technologies, outlining three proactive strategies for employers.
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How big data can solve big societal problems

Tue, 30th Oct 2018
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New Zealand's youth mental health crisis is exacerbated by a lack of access to services. Data-driven insights could hold the key to solving this problem.