New Zealand Government stories - Page 2
'Speed dating' scheme for recruits goes nationwide
Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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wintec
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skills shortage
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new zealand government
A “speed dating” style Earn as You Learn scheme linking paid factory work and study is to expand nationwide after a strong Waikato trial.
Dear Santa - A Christmas wishlist for crypto owners (2025 edition)
Thu, 11th Dec 2025
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crypto
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fintech
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blockchain
Crypto fans pen a festive wishlist to Santa, hoping 2026 brings calmer markets, clearer rules and fewer awkward family debates.
Kiwi Uber drivers win employee status in Supreme Court decision
Mon, 17th Nov 2025
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uber
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licensing
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e tū
New Zealand's Supreme Court has ruled that Uber drivers are employees, enabling thousands to claim full employment rights and backdated pay.
Oracle expands AI, multi-cloud & local partnerships in ANZ
Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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multi-cloud
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erp
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genai
Oracle is broadening its AI and multi-cloud partnerships in Australia and New Zealand, focusing on data sovereignty and sector-specific cloud solutions.
AC3 achieves PROTECTED IRAP status for Managed Cloud platform
Fri, 24th Oct 2025
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
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socs
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
Wed, 22nd Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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dc
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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nzqa
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new zealand government
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digital skills
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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digital transformation
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ai
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government
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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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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dc
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.
WiseTech to digitise New Zealand customs tariff data
Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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saas
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document management
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digital transformation
WiseTech has secured a seven-year deal to digitise New Zealand's customs tariff, launching an online portal and free local BorderWise access.
SAP expands sovereign cloud services for public sector in ANZ
Wed, 3rd Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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supply chain
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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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Three-quarters of New Zealand government bodies lack the highest email security standard required by upcoming October 2025 regulations, research finds.
Kiwis lack awareness of high fees in international transfers
Wed, 4th Sep 2024
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edutech
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payment technologies
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paypal
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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civil defence
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opinion
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new zealand government
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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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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gcsb
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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supply chain
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power / energy
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clean technologies
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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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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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data analytics
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planning
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hcm
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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ai security
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data privacy
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opinion
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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new zealand government
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integration
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cloud adoption
Building an inclusive and integrated data system for informed policy and improved service delivery in New Zealand Government Sector.