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New initiative to boost women's participation in ANZ IT industries
IT Industry

New initiative to boost women's participation in ANZ IT industries

The IT industry isn't just a place for the boys and is in fact a great place for the girls - an initiative has been launched to promote this message.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Jul 2016
CompTIA launches local initiative to encourage women into IT
CompTIA

CompTIA launches local initiative to encourage women into IT

IT offers 'endless' opportunities for women - and now CompTIA has launched a local version of its global initiative to encourage women into IT.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Jul 2016
New Sofacy attacks against US government agency
Firewalls

New Sofacy attacks against US government agency

Recently, Unit 42 identified a spear phishing e-mail from the Sofacy group that targeted the United States government - here is a rundown.

By Robert Falcone and Bryan Lee • 5 min read • Wed, 15th Jun 2016
Did you hear? Classroom wearables are where it's at
Wearables

Did you hear? Classroom wearables are where it's at

Wearables in the classroom are becoming the norm, as educators around the world adopt new tools and technologies to aid learning.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 3rd May 2016
English teacher launches Kickstarter to bring eLearning to the masses
EduTech

English teacher launches Kickstarter to bring eLearning to the masses

English teacher and instructional designer, Yvonne Gonzalez, launches Kickstarter for personalised e-learning tutorial, Ye Olde Tutor.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Apr 2016
Should a woman act more like a man to succeed at work?
DDI

Should a woman act more like a man to succeed at work?

New study investigates why women are underrepresented in C-suite executive roles, with less than 20% of executives being women.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Mon, 7th Mar 2016

Stories from Other Regions

Turnbull: Accelerate Australia's digital transformation
Digital Transformation

Turnbull: Accelerate Australia's digital transformation

The Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA) urges Turnbull Government to push for a digital economy.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Jul 2016
The future of technology in schools
EduTech

The future of technology in schools

The completion of the Schools Network Upgrade Project (SNUP) program is an important milestone for New Zealand schools.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 13th Jun 2016
Budget 2016: What it means for NZ's tech industry
Government

Budget 2016: What it means for NZ's tech industry

The 2016 Budget will inject $761.4m into science and tech in New Zealand, promoting entrepreneurship, skills, and economic growth.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 31st May 2016
Tenable Network Security takes off with top cyber security award
Cybersecurity

Tenable Network Security takes off with top cyber security award

Tenable Network Security wins award for excellence in information security at the 2016 AusCERT Awards. #cybersecurity.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 27th May 2016
Quest to make Hutt Valley tech leader continues with Curious Minds funding
Hutt City Council

Quest to make Hutt Valley tech leader continues with Curious Minds funding

Hutt Valley's success in the 2016 Unlocking Curious Minds Fund has further championed the region for being a tech leader, Chris Bishop says.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 24th May 2016
Hutt City Council gears up for nine day innovation extravaganza
Hutt City Council

Hutt City Council gears up for nine day innovation extravaganza

Lower Hutt primes for a STEM-driven future with its 9-day STEMM Festival, spotlighting innovation and tech prowess.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 9th May 2016
Kiwi school takes out Robotics championships
Robotics

Kiwi school takes out Robotics championships

Auckland's Lynfield College clinches the high school excellence title at the VEX Robotics World Championships, continuing NZ's winning streak.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Apr 2016
The Hutt Valley primed to be NZ's next tech hub
The Mind Lab

The Hutt Valley primed to be NZ's next tech hub

Hutt Valley to host public meeting to discuss turning the region into a 'Technology Valley' with a focus on economic growth and job creation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
Apple gears up for its 27th annual developer conference
Wearables

Apple gears up for its 27th annual developer conference

Apple will bring developers from around the world to San Francisco for its Worldwide Developers Conference in June.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Apr 2016
Updated: Education sector slams Joyce on income rankings
EduTech

Updated: Education sector slams Joyce on income rankings

Educators are 'astounded' that Joyce, in releasing this data, suggests teaching isn't the profession to choose if you want a prosperous future.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Apr 2016
IT a top earning degree for Kiwi students
EduTech

IT a top earning degree for Kiwi students

IT and civil engineering top earnings list for NZ grads, outpacing national median, reveals Govt data on graduate income premiums.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Apr 2016
2016 Secondary Teacher Census: Ministry wants educator involvement
EduTech

2016 Secondary Teacher Census: Ministry wants educator involvement

Secondary teachers in New Zealand schools are being invited to take part in the 2016 Secondary Teacher Census.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Mar 2016