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Kiwis hopeful of economic upswing amidst looming concerns
Health Technologies

Kiwis hopeful of economic upswing amidst looming concerns

In contrast to the global outlook, New Zealanders are more optimistic about the future economic climate, according to the latest Global Predictions Survey.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Dec 2023
Unpacking the buzzword ‘sustainability’
Productivity

Unpacking the buzzword ‘sustainability’

In civil construction, the concept hinges on system boundaries, with finite resources, waste and carbon shaping whether projects can endure.

By Staff Writer • 9 min read • Tue, 8th Aug 2023
Will businesses be paying more for their IT services in 2023? Yes, here's why
Supply Chain

Will businesses be paying more for their IT services in 2023? Yes, here's why

Inflation, a recession, and a shortage of skilled workers are causing price increases in the IT sector, putting pressure on businesses.

By Frazer Scott • 5 min read • Thu, 2nd Feb 2023
New Zealand desperate for skilled tech staff
Education, Learning & Training

New Zealand desperate for skilled tech staff

Skills shortages are slowing growth across New Zealand's $18.8 billion tech sector, despite easier visa access for overseas talent.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Oct 2022
Why over half of construction professionals lack confidence in the future
Supply Chain

Why over half of construction professionals lack confidence in the future

Skills shortages, cost pressures and red tape are leaving New Zealand contractors wary as vital infrastructure projects come under strain.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Mon, 1st Aug 2022
Nurses not monoliths are the backbone healthcare system
Hybrid & Remote Work

Nurses not monoliths are the backbone healthcare system

Retention hinges on better support, recognition and safer workloads as a McKinsey report warns more nurses are considering leaving direct patient care.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Wed, 8th Jun 2022
Budget 2022 does not go far enough for infrastructure
Supply Chain

Budget 2022 does not go far enough for infrastructure

More funding in Budget 2022 will not close New Zealand’s $210 billion infrastructure gap, with workers and costs still straining delivery.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Fri, 20th May 2022
CCNZ names incoming Chief Executive
Sustainability

CCNZ names incoming Chief Executive

The civil construction lobby will have a new voice on training, immigration and safety when Alan Pollard takes over as Chief Executive in January.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 5th Dec 2021
'Such a mess' - IT teams work overnight to fix immigration glitch
Marketing Technologies

'Such a mess' - IT teams work overnight to fix immigration glitch

Technical difficulties marred the first day of New Zealand's new residence scheme, with serious concerns raised for the roll-out to 95,000 migrants in March.

By RNZ • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Dec 2021
Global house prices defy pandemic
Housing

Global house prices defy pandemic

House prices in major cities have held firm through the downturn, though UBS warns falling rents and weaker incomes could trigger a correction.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 11th Oct 2020
Contractors optimistic despite delays
Sustainability

Contractors optimistic despite delays

Short-term pain from Covid-19 and delayed projects is being offset by record infrastructure spending, with many contractors still hiring.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Sep 2020
Employers need to get over stigma as workforce changes
Recruitment

Employers need to get over stigma as workforce changes

New Zealand businesses are being told to prioritize attitude and personality over technical skills due to a shortage of skilled workers.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2019
Property and construction workers in particularly short supply
Data Analytics

Property and construction workers in particularly short supply

Demand for construction professionals is likely to keep outstripping supply this year, as New Zealand presses ahead with its housing push.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 8th Apr 2018
Former SpaceX employee accelerating NZ companies solving the world's problems
Health Technologies

Former SpaceX employee accelerating NZ companies solving the world's problems

Scott Nolan looks for founders with a unique view of the world, deep internal motivation, and a level of rigour driven by their own expectations.

By Edmund Hillary • 5 min read • Thu, 7th Sep 2017
Explore infrastructure funding options, OECD urges
Agricultural Technology

Explore infrastructure funding options, OECD urges

Limited housing growth in Auckland is being blamed on poor infrastructure funding, with the OECD urging new ways to pay for public works.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 15th Jun 2017

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Optic Security Group expands in Western Australia with new Perth office
EduTech

Optic Security Group expands in Western Australia with new Perth office

Optic Security Group strengthens its presence in Western Australia with a new Perth office and the promotion of industry veteran Patrick Hill to Operations Manager.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Mar 2024
Australian skilled ICT migrants boost regional tech sector
Migration

Australian skilled ICT migrants boost regional tech sector

Skilled ICT migrants are closing Australia's tech industry gap with 90% securing jobs, particularly benefiting regional areas, according to a new Australian Computer Society report.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Mar 2024