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Hutt Valley, or Technology Valley?
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

Hutt Valley, or Technology Valley?

Expressions of interest for the 2016 Hutt STEMM festival have opened, aiming to raise awareness of technology opportunities.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Feb 2016
More graduates completing STEM-related qualifications
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

More graduates completing STEM-related qualifications

NZ sees surge in STEM grads, boosting vital sectors, with numbers hitting a record high in 2014, reports Tertiary Minister Joyce.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Jan 2016
Applications open for slice of Govt's $2m innovation pie
Government

Applications open for slice of Govt's $2m innovation pie

The Unlocking Curious Minds programme is part of the Government's plan to encourage all Kiwis to become engaged with science and technology.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Jan 2016
Youth programme launched to foster NZ's future leaders
EduTech

Youth programme launched to foster NZ's future leaders

OMGTech! says the Youth Leadership programme has been designed to help New Zealand create a strong pipeline of future leaders in the technical space.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Dec 2015
NETSCOUT's Fluke Networks Enterprise Solutions broadens support for 802.11ac
Wireless Networks

NETSCOUT's Fluke Networks Enterprise Solutions broadens support for 802.11ac

NETSCOUT's Fluke expands 802.11ac Wi-Fi support, bridging wireless demands with robust network troubleshooting and analysis tools.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Nov 2015
ENZ boosts student engagement with improved website
EduTech

ENZ boosts student engagement with improved website

Education New Zealand (ENZ) has launched new website pages and rolled out a number of improvements as part of its aim to deliver meaningful content.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 13th Nov 2015
Students head to Silicon Valley for innovation inspiration
Callaghan Innovation

Students head to Silicon Valley for innovation inspiration

Māori students fly to Silicon Valley to spark tech and innovation dreams, eyeing a future of cutting-edge careers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Oct 2015
More than 200 schools put hand up for Caltex Fuel Your School initiative
Schools

More than 200 schools put hand up for Caltex Fuel Your School initiative

Over 200 New Zealand schools have applied for grants from the $100,000 raised by Caltex customers in the Fuel Your School initiative.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 5th Oct 2015

Global Stories

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) stories

Samsung launches new solutions designed to re-ignite STEM subjects
EduTech

Samsung launches new solutions designed to re-ignite STEM subjects

Samsung unveils innovative STEM education tools to boost pupil engagement and team skills, offering immersive tech-led learning experiences.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Feb 2016
These start-ups are making tracks in the EdTech space
EduTech

These start-ups are making tracks in the EdTech space

A number of education technology start-ups have arrived on the scene, with many attracting attention for their innovative solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Jan 2016
Education leaders: It's a changing world and you need to act like it
EduTech

Education leaders: It's a changing world and you need to act like it

Global education must evolve, as Infosys research shows gaps between youth prospects in the digital era, stressing tech and soft skills.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Tue, 19th Jan 2016
Facebook and Make More 'dare' students to become teachers
EduTech

Facebook and Make More 'dare' students to become teachers

Over the next decade, teaching will account for 17% of job openings, but only 10% of top students consider it. A new campaign aims to change that.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Dec 2015
Social learning app takes the world by storm
eLearning

Social learning app takes the world by storm

Declara has been recognised at the 2015 World Technology Summit with the prestigious Education Category Award.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Dec 2015
Cisco Australia employees give kids tech boost
Cisco

Cisco Australia employees give kids tech boost

Cisco Australia employees are involved in STEM tutoring to tackle the skills shortage and boost innovation, according to the company's AUSTEM2020 initiative.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Nov 2015
Microsoft and Code.org tap Minecraft to get kids coding
Microsoft

Microsoft and Code.org tap Minecraft to get kids coding

Kids are being encouraged to get into coding through a game many love - Minecraft - with Microsoft unveiling an online Minecraft coding tutorial.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Nov 2015

Stories from Other Regions

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) stories

AU Government launches new Agenda to foster innovation
Australian Government

AU Government launches new Agenda to foster innovation

The Australian Government has announced its intent to help support and develop local businesses with The National Innovation and Science Agenda.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Dec 2015
Surface Pro 4 and Surface Book to debut at Sydney Microsoft opening
Microsoft

Surface Pro 4 and Surface Book to debut at Sydney Microsoft opening

Customers at Microsoft's Sydney flagship store will have the chance to experience the vendor's new Surface Pro 4 and Surface Book, at the opening.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Oct 2015