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Murray Robertson appointed new CEO of Downer New Zealand
Recruitment

Murray Robertson appointed new CEO of Downer New Zealand

The change puts more than 10,000 staff under new leadership as Downer prepares for its next phase in New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 28th Nov 2022
Data centre growth to increase worker shortage
Private Cloud

Data centre growth to increase worker shortage

Tech firms are warning that rising demand for cloud services will worsen New Zealand’s shortage of skilled IT staff as hyperscale centres expand.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 6th Sep 2022
New Zealand roading project wins top engineering prize
Auckland University

New Zealand roading project wins top engineering prize

The award underlines how the state highway network’s maintenance spending will be steered, as Waka Kotahi seeks reliable roads over the next decade.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 9th May 2022
Climate change kicks into gear
Sustainability

Climate change kicks into gear

New Zealand has already warmed 1.1°C, with the IPCC warning of more coastal flooding, fires and heavier rainfall ahead.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Aug 2021
Could Mexico City’s bridge collapse happen here?
Climate change

Could Mexico City’s bridge collapse happen here?

Older spans are under fresh scrutiny as Australasia’s 57,000-plus bridges face heavier traffic, climate stress and overdue maintenance.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 10th May 2021
The top 20 most expensive cities in the world
Australian Dollar

The top 20 most expensive cities in the world

Sydney has slipped to 97th as a weaker Australian dollar makes expatriate life cheaper across Australasian cities in the latest global ranking.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 19th Jul 2020
National’s transport plan – what will it achieve?
Productivity

National’s transport plan – what will it achieve?

The proposed $31 billion programme would reshape commuting in the upper North Island, while relying on RMA repeal and borrowing powers.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 17th Jul 2020
Construction industry post-lockdown – what you can do now to prepare
Digital Transformation

Construction industry post-lockdown – what you can do now to prepare

One-third of construction jobs are at risk as firms brace for insolvencies and shift training and services online to survive the lockdown.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Apr 2020
Why New Zealand cities can’t keep up with Australia’s
Productivity

Why New Zealand cities can’t keep up with Australia’s

Auckland households are now $96 a week worse off than a decade ago, as soaring housing and transport costs drag New Zealand's cities behind Australia’s.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 5th May 2019
Hydrogen-powered clean, green and efficient forklifts debut
Manufacturing

Hydrogen-powered clean, green and efficient forklifts debut

Customers could cut forklift downtime to minutes as hydrogen fuel-cell models promise cleaner operations and quicker refuelling at Australian sites.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sun, 24th Jun 2018

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Findex appoints Lianne Bolton as CFO
Partner Programmes

Findex appoints Lianne Bolton as CFO

Findex Group appoints Lianne Bolton as CFO to drive strategic growth in regional Australia, aiming to triple its wealth practice to AUD$50bn.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Feb 2023
Datacom appoints Tim Hogan as Datapay Director
Supply Chain

Datacom appoints Tim Hogan as Datapay Director

Datacom hires former EROAD CTO Tim Hogan as Datapay Director, aiming for steep growth in Australia and New Zealand with modernised platforms.

By Nadine Rogers • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Oct 2022
Optimation appoints Warrick Flower as Managing Director
Datacom

Optimation appoints Warrick Flower as Managing Director

Optimation appoints Warrick Flower as new MD, bringing 20 yrs of tech industry experience to lead company growth in Australasia.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 23rd Sep 2022
Infragistics appoints Luke Hijikata as Australasia regional manager
Aquion

Infragistics appoints Luke Hijikata as Australasia regional manager

Luke Hijikata has been hired as Australasia regional manager, re-establishing the company's presence in the region.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Jul 2022
Infragistics appoints Luke Hijikata as technology industry expert
Partner Programmes

Infragistics appoints Luke Hijikata as technology industry expert

Infragistics, a provider of business software solutions, has named Luke Hijikata as Australasia regional manager to aid expansion in the region.

By Zach Thompson • 1 min read • Fri, 8th Jul 2022
Devoli appoints William Graham as sales director
Voice

Devoli appoints William Graham as sales director

William Graham joined Devoli as sales director. The company provides network automation tools and services to Australasia for better efficiency.

By Zach Thompson • 1 min read • Fri, 3rd Jun 2022
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Barco?
Unified Communications

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Barco?

TechDay's 10 Minute IT Jams feature Barco, a Belgian tech company specializing in visualization and collaboration solutions for various industries.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Thu, 15th Jul 2021

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