Community stories - Page 6
New app launches to protect our oceans
Thu, 20th Jun 2019
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cleantech
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apps
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sustainability
OceansCam, a new app aimed at ocean conservation, allows users to share positive experiences and concerns, earning rewards to support The Lewis Pugh Foundation.
Impact Hub boosts Waikato’s social enterprise scene
Mon, 17th Jun 2019
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entrepreneur
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social enterprise
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community
This month Impact Hub Waikato opened in Cambridge. The hub aims to support and expand the region’s social enterprise sector.
Blue Prism looks to future of collaboration with new launch
Thu, 30th May 2019
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uc
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martech
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commerce systems
Blue Prism has launched a new online community and has also added eCommerce capabilities to its Digital Exchange service.
WA council first to adopt new Datacom tech for local government
Tue, 20th Nov 2018
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datacom
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local government
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community
The early adopter Shire of Majinup’s initial priority is to use Datascape to help it engage more closely with its community.
In memoriam: Paul Douglas, a man of tremendous intellect and sense of humour
Fri, 21st Sep 2018
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ibm
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community
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partners
Paul Douglas, a well-respected member of the IBM New Zealand team, will be deeply missed by colleagues, clients, and the wider community.
Auckland Council, Spark open their final community basketball court in Glen Innes
Thu, 6th Jul 2017
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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auckland council
Auckland Council hopes that the free Wi-Fi at this basketball court will encourage the community to increase their physical activity.
Letter from the editor: Changing of the guard and on to newer, more exciting things
Fri, 12th May 2017
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fintech
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cx
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martech
KP is the new editor for bizEDGE, and would like to share her thoughts on the direction she wants the site to head in.
Community project: Everyday Aussies skew energy market
Tue, 2nd May 2017
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
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government
Aussies rally behind local energy projects, ploughing £24 million into renewables, asserting control over their power supply.
New APAC headquarters for Google in Singapore
Tue, 15th Nov 2016
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edutech
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google
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developers
Google's new APAC HQ opens in Singapore, marking growth and aiming to boost regional tech careers and innovation.
Entrepreneurs to make a 'tangible difference' with creative solutions
Wed, 26th Oct 2016
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edutech
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social enterprise
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community
Over 120 entrepreneurs unite in Auckland, championing novel businesses that promise societal benefits in a ground-breaking 54-hour event.
Teacher quality 'single most important influence' on success, study finds
Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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edutech
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board of trustees
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warehouse stationery
Teachers are the most important factor in determining the education outcomes of New Zealand children, according to a new survey.
Call goes out for help with STEM gaming platform for girls
Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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edutech
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it training
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research
The call has gone out for Kiwis and Aussies to help with a community based gaming platform designed to encourage girls to pursue STEM-based careers.
Kiwi startup takes out global award; recognised by Steve Wozniak
Mon, 22nd Aug 2016
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smartphones
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healthtech
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personal computing devices
New Zealand's oDocs has been named the global Best Startup, Social Impact in the annual Talent Unleashed Awards for technological entrepreneurship.
Free app transforms parent-teacher communication
Mon, 15th Aug 2016
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smartphones
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schools
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parent teacher calendar app
New Zealand schools are using a free app to connect with parents, providing school news, event updates and instant messaging push notifications.
TEDx Auckland revamped for 2016
Fri, 26th Feb 2016
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digital entertainment
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speakers
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digital music
Auckland's TEDx event will feature 30 speakers and a multi-day experience for the first time, exploring the theme 'flipside'.
OS/2 to ride again
Mon, 9th Nov 2015
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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apple
Many techies of a certain age have fond memories of OS/2. Where Windows 3 was a crash prone disaster, OS/2 offered industrial strength stability.
CompTIA: Channel collaboration needed for success
Fri, 21st Aug 2015
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collaboration
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resellers
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comptia
CompTIA is calling on the local channel to collaborate and share insights and intelligence in order to drive the channel - and IT - forward.
How Kiwi companies can become the new breed of 'exponential organisations'
Thu, 9th Jul 2015
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apm
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healthtech
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software development
The business world has seen the birth of a new breed of company that could tilt the playing field in favour of cash-strapped Kiwi entrepreneurs.
Neighbourly signs up ANZ, completes corporate sponsorship
Fri, 5th Jun 2015
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neighbourly
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community
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anz bank
Alongside Spark, BP, The Warehouse, AMI and Contact, ANZ will contribute to the day-to-day running and ongoing development of the Neighbourly platform.
Aussie Aussie Aussie: Microsoft to open flagship shop in Sydney
Tue, 21st Apr 2015
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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apple
Microsoft to open its flagship store in Sydney, challenging Apple with cutting-edge tech experience on Pitt Street Mall.