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Another business prosecuted for multiple Covid breaches
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Another business prosecuted for multiple Covid breaches

A Christchurch restaurant faces NZD $20,000 in fines after WorkSafe found months of ignored Covid-19 rules and missing vaccine-pass checks.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Jan 2022
Business penalised for not meeting vaccination requirements
Social Media

Business penalised for not meeting vaccination requirements

Auckland martial arts centre Oliver MMA faces a USD $12,000 fine, the first COVID-related penalty WorkSafe has issued under the traffic light system.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Jan 2022
NZ Govt security information bill passes its first reading
Endpoint Protection

NZ Govt security information bill passes its first reading

The Security Information in Proceedings Legislation Bill has passed its first reading and will now be considered by Parliament's Justice Committee.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Dec 2021
Specialist border exemptions 'drop in the ocean' for NZ's tech sector
Software Development

Specialist border exemptions 'drop in the ocean' for NZ's tech sector

NZTech has released a statement applauding the Government response to the critical digital skills shortage, but acknowledges that it may not be enough.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Dec 2021
How are supply issues impacting infrastructure projects?
Data Analytics

How are supply issues impacting infrastructure projects?

Delays and cost pressures are looming for major works as New Zealand struggles to secure key construction materials, a new study finds.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Nov 2021
BIMSafe NZ could be a health and safety game-changer
Digital twins

BIMSafe NZ could be a health and safety game-changer

A Dunedin office project will trial real-time BIM safety tools as construction firms seek to curb a sector that drives 16% of ACC work claims.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 7th Nov 2021
The cost of the Government’s lofty climate promises
Agricultural Technology

The cost of the Government’s lofty climate promises

Farmers face production cuts and taxpayers could be left with a multi-billion-dollar overseas carbon bill as the 2030 target is questioned.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Wed, 3rd Nov 2021
Construction training programme expands to Manawatū
Education, Learning & Training

Construction training programme expands to Manawatū

Job seekers in Manawatū will start a six-week infrastructure course in November, with trainees employed by firms from day one.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 31st Oct 2021
‘Certain property slowdown’ data confirms
Bank of New Zealand

‘Certain property slowdown’ data confirms

Higher mortgage rates and tighter lending rules are already cooling New Zealand’s housing market, with investor demand slipping further.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Sun, 31st Oct 2021
Auckland light rail veers off course
Auckland Council

Auckland light rail veers off course

A $5 billion tunnel premium and 489 property buys have raised doubts over whether Auckland’s preferred route is worth the extra cost.

By Staff Writer • 10 min read • Fri, 29th Oct 2021
It's time for Kiwis to define the meaning of digital identity in Aotearoa
Cybersecurity

It's time for Kiwis to define the meaning of digital identity in Aotearoa

New Zealand has introduced a pivotal bill to regulate digital identity, aiming to enhance trust and security in online services, while embracing Māori values.

By Sara Barker • 14 min read • Thu, 28th Oct 2021
James Arnold from Dell New Zealand shares his cancer story
Network Infrastructure

James Arnold from Dell New Zealand shares his cancer story

Dell Technologies director, James Arnold, prepares for a stem cell transplant amidst his battle with Mantle Cell Lymphoma.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Wed, 27th Oct 2021
Next steps in three waters reform
Auckland Council

Next steps in three waters reform

The government’s plan could cut household costs, but councils fear losing control over water assets as a 30-year fix is pursued.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Wed, 27th Oct 2021
Vaccine mandates confirmed – is your business safe?
Risk & Compliance

Vaccine mandates confirmed – is your business safe?

Businesses face fresh legal and workplace pressure as about 40% of New Zealand workers fall under new Covid-19 vaccine requirements.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Tue, 26th Oct 2021
Lawyers and multi-nationals set to profit off struggling tenants and landlords
Small Business

Lawyers and multi-nationals set to profit off struggling tenants and landlords

The planned lease rule changes could force costly disputes on struggling tenants and landlords, while favouring lawyers and large firms.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Oct 2021
Digital strategy for New Zealand long overdue
Digital Transformation

Digital strategy for New Zealand long overdue

Missed skills and implementation gaps could leave New Zealand's first digital strategy in nearly 20 years unable to lift growth or productivity.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Oct 2021
Rapid Covid tests finally get the go-ahead
Ministry of Health

Rapid Covid tests finally get the go-ahead

The rollout begins in Auckland hospitals and for travellers, as ministers face criticism for delaying quicker Covid detection by over a year.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Oct 2021
Landlords to be forced to provide rent relief
Hybrid & Remote Work

Landlords to be forced to provide rent relief

Property groups warn the proposal could let well-funded firms seek cuts, leaving the most vulnerable tenants with less support.

By Michael Curreen • 7 min read • Sun, 3rd Oct 2021

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