Wellington stories
Project teams could cut waste and improve value for money if New Zealand adopts Victoria's lean delivery methods, an infrastructure expert says.
Questions are mounting over whether Wellington ratepayers are being asked to fund water works more expensively than necessary after a departmental misread.
A new co-working space, Taiawa Wellington Tech Hub, has opened at Victoria University, fostering collaboration among high-growth tech firms in Wellington.
Councils could face fresh funding pressure after Wellington backed wider emergency management reforms and minimum national standards.
Wellington's Effect appoints Pete Lister as CEO, effective 1st November, as the agency eyes expansion in digital solutions and technology capabilities.
Blackpearl Group has appointed Jean-Francois Arlove as Chief Financial Officer and transitioned Karen Cargill to Chief Governance Officer, enhancing its leadership.
CyberCX has boosted its leadership in New Zealand, promoting Tom Khangura to Director of Cloud Sales and appointing Sven Ross as Executive Director for Managed Security Services.
The finalists for the 2024 iSANZ Awards have been announced, recognising exceptional contributions to New Zealand's cybersecurity landscape over the past decade.
Blackpearl reports a 126% growth in annual recurring revenue to $10.4 million, driven by its Pearl Diver platform and a $10 million capital raise.
Five New Zealand hotels are set for refurbishment as TFE Hotels expands its footprint and bets on rising visitor numbers.
Sigurd Magnusson returns to Silverstripe as CEO, aiming to drive innovation and growth. His extensive experience makes him a key leader for the tech firm.
Kordia has renewed its NZD $55 million, 10-year contract with Maritime NZ to deliver critical safety of life radio communications at sea, ensuring continued safety and upgrades.
Auckland's tech hiring market sees cautious optimism as Reserve Bank rate cuts uplift sentiment, but slow recovery and 'brain drain' pose challenges.
Councils say the Prime Minister's back-to-basics agenda risks stripping local communities of funding, powers and services they rely on.
Tolls and other user charges could help fund New Zealand’s roads and water networks, while easing pressure on taxpayers and congestion.
Powerco partners with Chorus to use spare capacity on its new 164-kilometre dark fibre network in the Coromandel, enhancing power reliability and connectivity.
New Zealand start-up Projectworks has achieved a valuation of NZD $100 million after securing USD $5 million in Series A funding to boost US expansion.
Entrust has revealed their strategic focus on evolving digital security, with a keen eye on zero trust and digital identity initiatives.
Blackpearl Group has launched Pearl Diver, an AI tool designed to help businesses adapt to the impending cookie-less environment in Chrome.
Arcanum AI, a New Zealand AI firm, has inked a three-year deal with Amazon Web Services, joining tech heavyweights IBM and PwC, and expanding into Australia.
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