Connect, Inspire and Celebrate Women in Tech

16 September 2025

Spring has arrived with longer days and some glorious sunshine. It’s our most changeable season - beautiful one day, wild the next - and in a way that feels like life right now too.

Empowering our digital future

15 September 2025

Last week, alongside Hon Simon Watts, Minister for Energy and Climate Change, we proudly launched our latest landmark report: Empowering Aotearoa New Zealand's Digital Future - Our National Data Centre Infrastructure.

How do data centres power our everyday lives?

15 September 2025

Have you ever wondered what keeps your favourite apps running, your online banking working, or your video calls crystal clear? The answer is simple but powerful: data centres.

Driving IoT Growth: People, Innovation, Impact

12 September 2025

We are delighted to announce the appointment of our new Executive Council members: Mohammed Hassanien (Spark) and Peter Lambrechtsen (Middleware). We’re excited to see the perspectives and expertise they bring as the Alliance continues to champion IoT innovation and adoption across Aotearoa.

Landmark report reveals data centres as engines of NZ’s digital future

11 September 2025

Minister for Energy and Climate Change Hon Simon Watts to launch a new study on New Zealand’s data centre infrastructure. The new research shows the sector underpins $93 billion in economic activity and positions New Zealand as global leader in sustainable digital infrastructure.

Annual Meeting & Executive Council Elections 2025

11 September 2025

The annual meeting of the New Zealand Financial Innovation and Technology Association (FinTechNZ) is coming soon and that means election season is now upon us!

Powering our everyday lives

08 September 2025

Data centres have quietly become the backbone of our digital economy, but their full impact has never been properly quantified, until now.

Tech Exports Surge to $11.4b as Sector Powers NZ Economy

05 September 2025

New Zealand’s technology sector cemented its place as the country’s third-largest export earner in 2024, with goods and services worth $11.4 billion heading offshore — behind only dairy and tourism … Continue reading "Taking stock of workplace wellbeing"

Welcome to the First Edition of the AI Governance Working Group Monthly Digest!

03 September 2025

In the July-August digest, we share highlights from our working group, along with relevant events or learning opportunities, and curated resources — all aimed at keeping our community connected and informed on the evolving landscape of AI governance in Aotearoa New Zealand.

AI in Action: How NZ is gaining real wins

01 September 2025

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is moving from hype to real impact in Aotearoa. From automating routine processes to enhancing decision-making, AI is now embedded in our everyday work.

NZ IoT: Change is Coming

29 August 2025

This month, I’m spotlighting two major developments that may impact New Zealand IoT device manufacturers and users.

Don't Blink - BioTechNZ is Moving Fast!

28 August 2025

I feel like my feet aren't even touching the ground — I’m so proud of what the BioTechNZ team and our ambassadors are achieving! My dream was to see New Zealand back on the global stage, and we are absolutely knocking it out of the park.

Connection by connection, we can grow together

27 August 2025

When the white smoke starts billowing from NZTech’s chimney, it signifies that a new Executive Director has been elected by the EdTechNZ Executive Council.

eTV - WINNING THE HEARTS & MINDS OF STUDENTS WITH POWERFUL VIDEO LEARNING

26 August 2025

For New Zealand educators seeking to enhance their teaching practice while saving valuable time, eTV emerges as an indispensable classroom ally.

Network for Learning delivers boost in school digital infrastructure with nearly a third of Managed Network Upgrades now completed

26 August 2025

The Network for Learning (N4L) is announcing a significant milestone in the rollout of its Managed Network Upgrade, with nearly a third of all schools and kura across Aotearoa New Zealand now having access to next-generation internet infrastructure.

Why education cannot be left behind in New Zealand's AI Journey

26 August 2025

New Zealand has finally released its first national AI Strategy making us the last OECD country to do so. It’s a welcome step for productivity and competitiveness. But one glaring omission stands out: the Education Sector.

EdTech in the Spotlight: Coactive Education – Weaving Identity, Culture and Curriculum Together

26 August 2025

In this August edition of EdTech in the Spotlight, we’re proud to feature Coactive Education — a purpose-driven, Aotearoa-based EdTech company that is transforming how storytelling, literacy, and cultural identity come together in teaching and learning.

Annual Meeting & Executive Council Elections 2025

25 August 2025

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

NZTech Group Releases 2025 Annual Impact Report

21 August 2025

NZTech Group is proud to announce the release of our 2025 Annual Impact Report. The report highlights the resilience of New Zealand’s tech sector, which continues to grow despite global and domestic challenges.

NZTech Inform: Introducing your new NZTech Board

18 August 2025

What a week for Aotearoa’s tech community! From inspiring young women during ShadowTech25 to industry-defining conversations on digital trust, we’re proud to see our members leading the way, together.

NZ IoT Alliance Annual Meeting and Executive Council Elections 2025

11 August 2025

There is now an opportunity to put yourself forward or nominate someone else for a role on the IoT Alliance Executive Council.

NZTech Inform: Building a digital future we can trust

11 August 2025

Last week, ShadowTech25 gave hundreds of girls across Aotearoa the chance to visit leading tech workplaces. Check out the highlights in Waikato and Wellington, and with ShadowTech continuing this week, even more students will be exploring the possibilities of a tech career.

Network for Learning delivers boost in school digital infrastructure with nearly a third of Managed Network Upgrades now completed

07 August 2025

Empowering the next generation

04 August 2025

It’s an inspiring time for our tech community as ShadowTech25 kicks off across Aotearoa. Over the next two weeks, more than 1,200 secondary school girls will step into the world of tech, experiencing first-hand what a career in our industry looks like.

NZTech Inform: Aotearoa's first AI strategy

14 July 2025

Kia ora, Last week marked a significant milestone for New Zealand’s technology sector: Hon Shane Reti launched the nation’s first AI Strategy. For the first time, we have a clear signal … Continue reading "Taking stock of workplace wellbeing"

Newsletters

Taking stock of workplace wellbeing

Kia Ora, After a marathon week of more than 40 hours of Zoom and Team calls, I’ve learnt a very important lesson. I don’t recommend allowing your calendar to fill up entirely with video calls! It is certainly not good for anyone’s wellbeing, because we are more productive with sh

August 31, 2020

Industry News

Digital Council for Aotearoa New Zealand - Inspired by the New Zealand Tech Sector

By Mitchell Pham, chair of the Digital Council for Aotearoa New Zealand. Congratulations to all the finalists and winners of this year’s New Zealand Hi-Tech Awards — it was an honour to be among the many outstanding Kiwis and Kiwi businesses in the running for awards. I’m a big supporte

August 27, 2020

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Congratulations to this years winners

Kia Ora, On Friday evening, the tech sector celebrated the success of the amazing entrepreneurs that have helped make tech one of New Zealand’s most important exports. It is important to recognise these people, but first, I would like to acknowledge the Hi-Tech Trust who make th

August 24, 2020

Industry News

Digital Council for Aotearoa New Zealand #weeknotes (17)

By Mitchell Pham, Chair of the Digital Council for Aotearoa New Zealand. Last week was a difficult one for everyone as the government announced extended COVID-19 alert levels for Auckland and the rest of the country. We would like to take the opportunity to again encourage people to get behin

August 21, 2020

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Industry News, Newsletters

Exploring location at Techweek2020

LocationTech featured during Techweek2020, so we’ve collated the best Techweek highlights for you. Explore Location Digital Innovation in Agriculture Will machines replace humans in the future of work? Re-Imagine the Digital Economy: The role of tech in food assurance Sustain

August 19, 2020

Media Releases

Tech sector helps government embrace digital future

As New Zealanders step back to alert level Lockdowns, the tech sector is significantly supporting the government on its journey to embrace an enhanced digital future, NZTech chief executive Graeme Muller says. New Zealand has in recent years been ranked one of the top digital economies in the wo

August 18, 2020

Newsletters

Partnering for recovery and growth

Kia ora, The rollercoaster ride of 2020 continues with the extension of Alert Levels throughout New Zealand. Last week, we quickly pivoted our Annual General Meeting (AGM) to an online event. Congratulations and welcome to our new board members Delphine Ducaruge from Orbica&n

August 17, 2020

Industry News, Media Releases, NZTech News

Celebrating New Zealand’s digital tech success

During the past year, the tech ecosystem continued to grow and positively impact Aotearoa New Zealand. When COVID-19 struck, we immediately experienced a digital tipping point, said NZTech CEO Graeme Muller at NZTech’s Annual General Meeting on 13 August in Auckland. As the world co

August 13, 2020

Industry News

Digital Council for Aotearoa New Zealand #weeknotes (16)

By Mitchell Pham, Chair of the Digital Council for Aotearoa New Zealand. Last week we continued talking to stakeholders about e-commerce opportunities in New Zealand. Toi Āria, our research partners, got out into the community to talk to Kiwis about algorithms. And, our chair, Mitchell Pham, ca

August 13, 2020