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Quantum computing faces hype & hurdles, EY & Oxford caution
Quantum Computing

Quantum computing faces hype & hurdles, EY & Oxford caution

A whitepaper by EY and the University of Oxford's RTI highlights the transformative potential of quantum computing while urging responsible innovation and risk mitigation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Australian budget overlooks cybersecurity amidst AI threats
EduTech

Australian budget overlooks cybersecurity amidst AI threats

Despite addressing innovation and renewable energy, Australia's recent budget missed crucial investments in cybersecurity, raising AI threat concerns.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024
UK Tech Minister emphasises trust for AI uptake in SMEs
EduTech

UK Tech Minister emphasises trust for AI uptake in SMEs

UK Tech Minister, Saqib Bhatti, emphasises the need for trust and transparency in AI to boost its acceptance among SMEs, highlighting a knowledge gap despite growing interest.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
Public support a user-pays approach to infrastructure
Auckland Transport

Public support a user-pays approach to infrastructure

Nearly three-quarters of New Zealanders back user-based charging for electricity and water, giving councils cover to seek new funding tools.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 12th Feb 2024
Scrumconnect awarded GBP £3.6m DWP contract for SME digital health service
Health Technologies

Scrumconnect awarded GBP £3.6m DWP contract for SME digital health service

UK tech firm Scrumconnect Consulting secures a GBP £3.6m DWP contract to launch a digital service aiding SMEs in accessing government funding for occupational health assessments.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Feb 2024
Local infrastructure funding model ‘unsustainable’
Public Sector

Local infrastructure funding model ‘unsustainable’

Councils face double-digit rate rises as New Zealand’s infrastructure backlog deepens, with leaders warning the current funding model is unsustainable.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Dec 2023
Quick infrastructure wins for Luxon’s first 100 days
Public Sector

Quick infrastructure wins for Luxon’s first 100 days

New Zealand’s infrastructure gap could widen without faster approvals, as the group urges PPPs, city deals and water reforms in Luxon’s first 100 days.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 3rd Nov 2023
NIWA invests $5m in extreme weather research
Agricultural Technology

NIWA invests $5m in extreme weather research

Additional funding will boost flood forecasting and climate adaptation work after recent cyclones exposed gaps in New Zealand's resilience.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Aug 2023
Shortsightedness and poor planning lead to property buyouts
Disaster Recovery

Shortsightedness and poor planning lead to property buyouts

Ratepayers and taxpayers will help fund buyouts and flood defences for homes in areas hit by severe weather after years of underinvestment.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Jun 2023
2023 a year of cyber concerns
Data Protection

2023 a year of cyber concerns

Small businesses are especially exposed as phishing and fraud reports rise, with CERT NZ logging 2,069 cybercrimes in one quarter.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Feb 2023
Government commits $55m to Northland Māori housing
Northland

Government commits $55m to Northland Māori housing

Up to 100 affordable rentals are planned for Te Taitokerau under a USD $55 million partnership to ease Northland's housing shortage.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Mon, 31st Oct 2022
Review proposes significant changes to local councils
Taxation

Review proposes significant changes to local councils

Communities could face stronger local democracy and more equitable funding as a draft review seeks submissions on council reforms.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 28th 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
Vocational training leader applauds budget
Education, Learning & Training

Vocational training leader applauds budget

Additional funding will help Te Pūkenga support almost 50,000 trainees and apprentices as demand for vocational skills rises across New Zealand.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Fri, 20th May 2022
Director appointed to Timber Design Centre
University of Canterbury

Director appointed to Timber Design Centre

Greater use of mass timber in New Zealand buildings is set to get a boost, after the Timber Design Centre named Dr Robert Finch as director.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 8th May 2022
Country still divided on three waters reforms
Public Sector

Country still divided on three waters reforms

Councils and opponents remain split as the Government's water overhaul promises public ownership but keeps co-governance in place.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Apr 2022
Could Mexico City’s bridge collapse happen here?
Risk & Compliance

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
Australia’s $240m green ammonia project
Power / Energy

Australia’s $240m green ammonia project

South Australia’s push to export renewable energy will add 40,000 tonnes of ammonia a year, backed by GBP £37 million for Port Bonython.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Jan 2021