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PM Key says Indian FTA would reduce reliance on China

Prime Minister John Key says a free trade agreement with India would help New Zealand reduce its dependence on the Chinese market, which is the countr.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Mar 2015

Hyperscale

Bespoke continues AWS training in APAC

Bespoke Training Services says it has seen rapid adoption of AWS training in ANZ, and to build on this it is expanding its portfolio of locations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Mar 2015

EduTech

Lincoln University student creates 'invaluable' app

IT grad, Tao Zhou, has completed an internship at a plant breeding and research company where he developed an app to help staff carry out field work.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Mar 2015

EduTech

How ICT links families and early education

Linking family and community is one of the four key principles of the early childhood curriculum, and ICT has become a critical component of this.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2015

EduTech

Are iPads essential for learning in New Zealand classrooms?

In New Zealand, a $129,975 study led by Dr. Greg Falloon explores iPads' role in enhancing student problem-solving and thinking in classrooms.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Jan 2015

EduTech

CORE Education to lead NZ Learning Technologies Advisory

CORE Education to spearhead NZ's Learning Technologies Advisory, enhancing e-learning in schools with digital tech and broadband.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Dec 2014

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Fonterra shifts 'silo' culture since WPC food scare

Fonterra addresses its silo culture post-WPC scare, embracing comprehensive changes to bolster food safety and foster cohesion.

By Pattrick Smellie • 5 min read • Tue, 9th Dec 2014

EduTech

The IT Girls Club, for girls who want to code

The extra-curricular club provides girls opportunities to learn about coding, computer science and possible career opportunities.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2014

EduTech

Facebook joins the fight against Ebola with three initiatives

Facebook launches trio of initiatives to combat Ebola, including donations, education, and communication aid for West Africa.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Nov 2014

EduTech

Coming up: Startup Weekend Auckland November 2014

Startup Weekends are 54-hour events designed to provide superior experiential education for technical and non-technical entrepreneurs.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Mon, 29th Sep 2014

EduTech

Boost for Kiwi schools as Instructure makes moves into ANZ...

Instructure's Canvas expands its footprint in Australia and New Zealand by opening its APAC HQ in Sydney to meet growing demand from educators.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Sep 2014

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Kiwi teachers to learn about Japan's cutting-edge technology

Eight New Zealand science and digital technology teachers are set to bring newfound knowledge of Japan's technology into New Zealand classrooms.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Mar 2015

EduTech

NZ construction activity seen rebounding after slump

New Zealand construction activity is rebounding from a slump during the recession as private sector work picks ups, according to a property consult.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Feb 2015

EduTech

50% of Kiwi schools now using Network for Learning's internet services

Nearly 1,300 schools are now using the government-funded N4L Managed Network, with it's uncapped data, web filtering and network security services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Feb 2015

EduTech

NZ Government taps into international education market

The New Zealand Government is set to invest nearly NZD $450,000 in 12 new international education growth initiatives, focusing on the US and Asian markets.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Feb 2015

EduTech

NZ students win big in Orion Health's Codeworx competition

Orion Health's Codeworx competition, in its second year, sees a number of young students take away big prizes for their useful and inventive projects.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Nov 2014