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NZTech calls for impartial tech research funding

NZTech has joined forces with IITP and other industry bodies to prepare a combined submission to the review of the Marsden Fund with recommendations on how to increase tech research funding. The Marsden Fund is the major avenue for University oriented research funding in New Zealand. Last year, the

August 7, 2016

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Growing number of schoolgirls being won over to a tech career

Hundreds of Auckland schoolgirls will later this month have a hands on experience how some of New Zealand’s most hi-tech companies such as Air New Zealand, Microsoft and Vodafone operate. They will be part of NZTech’s annual Shadow Tech Day in the city of sails. Other high profile companies off

August 7, 2016

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NZTech backs $1 million for digital technology projects

NZTech has backed the Government’s move to put $1 million into digital technology projects. Education Minister Hekia Parata announced that funding for education and digital technologies providers who have ideas for engaging projects. The funding is part of a broader package of curriculum support

August 5, 2016

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New Zealand Hi-Tech Trust, Convenor of the Hi-Tech Awards, seeking trustees to join the Board

As a result of the trust’s policy of regularly refreshing its Board, the trustees of New Zealand’s Hi-Tech Trust are seeking new members to join the Board of Trustees. The workload is relatively light with 2-3 meetings a year, including a day-long strategy session, and attending the Hi-Tech

July 25, 2016

NZTech News

Creating a prosperous New Zealand, led by a vibrant tech sector

Our 2016 AGM marked another milestone in the continued growth and strategic relevance of NZTech.  The past year has seen both membership and influence expand as the strategy of focusing on connecting, promoting and advancing the sector shows progress. Read our Annual Report to learn more about

July 24, 2016

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Four new NZTech board members appointed

SparkTank chief executive Rachel Kelly and Augen Software Group director Mitchell Pham are among four new board members who have been voted on to the board at NZTech. Microsoft managing director Barrie Sheers and a Callaghan Innovation business group manager Erin Wansbrough are other board member

July 21, 2016

Industry News

Employment trends for the year ahead in the tech sector

Job vacancies and recruitment within IT continues to rise, especially in retail and manufacturing.   We are also seeing a steady demand for candidates with cloud experience.  Meanwhile, IT salaries remain stable, some roles reporting a decline in remuneration whilst increases are reported in nich

July 20, 2016

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Tech reaches important milestone for NZ’s fastest growing sector

NZTech, the national umbrella groups for Kiwi tech companies, has reached an important milestone with substantial expansion in New Zealand’s fastest growing and third largest export earner. NZTech which represents more than 300 organisations has its annual meeting in Auckland today and celebrat

July 20, 2016

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Major NZTech cyber security summit to prepare against attacks

New Zealand is not exempt to major security risks which could impinge on the economy and livelihood as a nation, NZ Tech chief executive Graeme Muller says. He will be chairing a major New Zealand Security Summit in Wellington on October 17 which will look at bringing cyber security to the forefron

July 18, 2016