If We Don’t Teach Our Young People AI Literacy, Who Will?

25 June 2025

By Susana Tomaz – Futures Education & AI Lead, Westlake Girls High School, International Research Centre for Artificial Intelligence (UNESCO) Fellow, Global Mentor on AI in Education for Asia Europe Foundation, Developer of Open Education Resources

IT Internships sought in Auckland

25 June 2025

EdTechNZ member, the Auckland Institute of Studies (AIS), seeks companies willing to offer internships to students currently undertaking diploma and degree programmes majoring in Information Technology (IT).

Connecting with local communities and global networks

25 June 2025

He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata What is the most important thing in the world? It is the people, it is the people, it is the people.

International Conference on Open, Distance and Flexible Learning Coming to New Zealand

24 June 2025

Subsidised offer available for EdTechNZ members – please get in touch with EdTechNZ for more information.

EdTech in the Spotlight: Teacher’s Buddy – A Homegrown AI Assistant Built for Kiwi Classrooms

24 June 2025

Whether you're a seasoned Deputy Principal or a new teacher running on coffee and hope, Teacher’s Buddy is designed to feel like an extra set of hands (minus the staffroom banter).

Ready...Reset...Go!

24 June 2025

Matariki is a time for remembrance, celebration, and looking toward the future. Traditionally, Matariki was a time to honour ancestors, celebrate the harvest, and acknowledge the changing seasons.

How IoT is Driving Agritech Innovation

24 June 2025

I had the pleasure of attending Fieldays a couple of weeks ago, which showcased New Zealand’s agricultural technology and had a strong focus on IoT innovation.

NZTech Group Board Nominations Now Open

24 June 2025

As we prepare for our upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM), it’s time to open the call for NZTech Group Board nominations. NZTech Group is the united voice for technology in Aotearoa, working to grow the impact and uptake of tech across the nation. Our collective vision is a more prosperous, equitable, sustainable and safe Aotearoa — enabled by technology.

Introductory Statement – Chair of the Executive Council, Digital Identity NZ

24 June 2025

As the new Chair of the Executive Council of Digital Identity NZ, I am looking forward to leading a passionate and future-focused community working to build a trusted, inclusive, and interoperable digital identity ecosystem for New Zealand, building on the impressive work the Executive Council has done over the past few years .

NZTech Inform: Breaking big challenges into smaller wins

23 June 2025

Most weekends you’ll find me out for a long run. There’s nothing quite like a few hours in the forest to clear the mind. I was looking forward to making the most of the long weekend with a solid run, but my plans were thrown off track when a bad cold hit me on Thursday.

NZTech Inform - We're updating our Tech Manifesto

16 June 2025

In today’s world, technology is everywhere and with so many voices in the mix, it’s easy to lose sight of what matters most. As the united voice for tech in Aotearoa, it’s crucial we continue to represent our members’ priorities as we begin updating our Tech Manifesto.

NZTech Inform: Tech powering productivity, policy, and digital skills

09 June 2025

While the Government is focused on cutting costs and driving economic growth, across the NZTech Group we’re making sure tech stays at the heart of the conversation.

2025 EdTechNZ Annual Pulse Survey – Key Findings and Insights

04 June 2025

The 2025 EdTechNZ Annual Pulse Survey was EdTechNZ’s most ambitious ever. We set out to hear from a senior leader at all 147 EdTechs across New Zealand, personally contacting each founder, CEO, or director. 38% completed the survey. Next year, we continue the journey to a 100% completion rate.

Introducing Our New Executive Director | May Newsletter

03 June 2025

Welcome to the May edition of the Digital Identity NZ newsletter. This month, we're excited to introduce our new Executive Director, share insights from Techweek25’s Foundations for Tomorrow Event and the launch of Air New Zealand’s new passport capture service.

Industry News

Thoughts and reflections from the front line – a teacher’s voice in education technology

EduTECH Australia was held on the 23rd and 24th of August in Melbourne. With over 350 exhibitors and 45 startups in the Innovation Alley, complemented by a roster of 567 speakers over two days, it served as a dynamic hub where educational leaders and technology providers converged to explore, assess, and shape the future of education.

26 September 2023

Industry News

Deep Dive into the U.S. EdTech Market: Key Insights and Strategies for Success

The EdTech sector is growing at an unprecedented rate, with the U.S. market alone offering a staggering $2.2 billion opportunity.

26 September 2023

Industry News

NZ EdTech’s taking a diversified and leading message to the Australian digital education market

The whole of Aotearoa NZ’s education sector should care as digital transformation in education is here and happening in significant and transformative ways around the world including in the Australian education ecosystem to build a nation of digitally enabled and capable citizens to meet the future skills demanded head on.

26 September 2023

Industry News

Master of Business Analytics applied projects 2024

Applications are open for insurance sector organisations to engage Masters students for a ten week applied project in 2024. The students are enrolled in the University of Auckland’s Master of … Continue reading

01 September 2023

Industry News

Game development sector rebate design announced

The Government has finalised the design of the Game Development Sector Rebate scheme, following a constructive period of consultation with the sector. The design takes on board many of the … Continue reading

01 September 2023

Industry News

EdTechNZ Annual Meeting and Executive Council Elections 2023

We are pleased to invite you to nominate yourself or another individual for the Education Technology Association of New Zealand Executive Council.

23 August 2023

Industry News

EdTech in the spotlight

JackBord Works provides tools to encourage students of all learning abilities and backgrounds, to engage with STEM and realise their potential through problem solving, creating solutions, collaboration and learning new skills.

22 August 2023

Industry News

Thoughts and reflections from the front line – a teacher’s voice in education technology

New Zealand, we are embarking on an exciting 10-year strategy called Connected Ako: Digital and Data for Learning. The purpose of this strategy is to guide the digital and data direction of New Zealand Government Education Agencies.

22 August 2023

Industry News

Regtech: the fast-growing investment pocket of the fintech family.

Regtech, fintech, insurtech, govtech… same, same but different? Over the years, we have seen the emergence of technology applied solutions, tailored for modern challenges. Financial Technology solutions (fintechs) is the … Continue reading

17 August 2023