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Visa grows Auckland tech talent with Code & Connect event
Payment Technologies

Visa grows Auckland tech talent with Code & Connect event

Visa's Code & Connect in Auckland nurtures NZ tech talent, with 51 students engaging in mentorship and 10 graduate roles offered for 2026 intake.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Tim Richardson joins InfoSum as first NZ team member
Data Privacy

Tim Richardson joins InfoSum as first NZ team member

Tim Richardson has been appointed as InfoSum's first Client Partner in New Zealand, aiming to enhance local client engagement and data collaboration.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025
Costco teams up with DoorDash for home delivery in Auckland

Costco teams up with DoorDash for home delivery in Auckland

Aucklanders can now enjoy bulk shopping deliveries as DoorDash partners with Costco, eliminating the need for store visits or memberships.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Apr 2025
Short range heavy haulage
Power / Energy

Short range heavy haulage

The electric pair could cut about 150 tonnes of CO2 a year while hauling asphalt on short urban runs, with safety gains too.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
Flicks & Delivereasy renew partnership in New Zealand
Digital Entertainment

Flicks & Delivereasy renew partnership in New Zealand

Flicks and Delivereasy have renewed their exclusive partnership to enhance New Zealanders' streaming and meal delivery experiences, starting 1 April 2025.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
Samsung introduces premium care service for NZ appliances
Samsung

Samsung introduces premium care service for NZ appliances

Samsung has launched a Premium Care Service in New Zealand for select laundry and fridge products, featuring a 0% interest plan for 60 months.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025
Chorus announces free speed upgrade for NZ fibre users
Gaming

Chorus announces free speed upgrade for NZ fibre users

Chorus is set to enhance wholesale fibre broadband speeds for over 700,000 New Zealand homes at no extra cost, starting June 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
Inclusiveness in an AI driven city
Smart Cities

Inclusiveness in an AI driven city

Auckland and Wellington are among Asia-Pacific’s most inclusive cities, with social equity seen as a driver of talent, growth and investment.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025

Global Stories

Auckland stories

Fit out costs rise in Asia Pacific, Tokyo remains priciest
Human Capital Management

Fit out costs rise in Asia Pacific, Tokyo remains priciest

Fit out costs are on the rise across APAC, with Tokyo maintaining its position as the priciest city at USD $195 per square foot, according to Cushman & Wakefield.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
New Zealand & Canada boost food innovation partnership
Agricultural Technology

New Zealand & Canada boost food innovation partnership

New Zealand and Canada have launched a partnership to boost the commercialisation of Kiwi food innovations, addressing global market demands effectively.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025
AI's power struggle: The data centre boom and the race for sustainable computing
Edge Computing

AI's power struggle: The data centre boom and the race for sustainable computing

New Zealand's data centre market is projected to soar from USD $1 billion in 2023 to USD $1.56 billion by 2029, driven by surging AI demand and sustainability efforts.

By Joe Craparotta • 7 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025
Malabar Gold & Diamonds to open three showrooms in New Zealand
Clean technologies

Malabar Gold & Diamonds to open three showrooms in New Zealand

Malabar Gold & Diamonds is set to expand into New Zealand with a NZD $75 million investment, opening three showrooms across the country.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025
GIMME transforms NZ alcohol delivery with safety focus
Supply Chain

GIMME transforms NZ alcohol delivery with safety focus

GIMME, an on-demand alcohol delivery service in New Zealand, aims to revolutionise consumption by prioritising speed, safety, and responsible drinking.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Sat, 22nd Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Auckland stories

How to manage Communications during a cyber attack
Data Protection

How to manage Communications during a cyber attack

A clear, calm communications plan is vital in a cyberattack, helping firms maintain trust and control amid rising digital threats.

By Mark Devlin • 5 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Navigating the ethics of AI in business writing
Data Privacy

Navigating the ethics of AI in business writing

As AI tools revolutionise business writing, PR professionals must address ethical challenges like authenticity, accuracy, and job security in communications.

By Mark Devlin • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
How a boutique Auckland firm mastered the art of small-market PR
Marketing Technologies

How a boutique Auckland firm mastered the art of small-market PR

A boutique agency in Auckland has excelled in navigating New Zealand's challenging media landscape, providing invaluable PR services for small and multinational firms alike.

By Mark Devlin • 5 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025
Virsae completes IRAP & ISM Essential Eight assessments
Data Protection

Virsae completes IRAP & ISM Essential Eight assessments

Virsae has enhanced its cybersecurity platform by completing the Australian Infosec Registered Assessors Program and ISM Essential Eight assessments.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Feb 2025