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Cirrus Networks eyes $5b govt ICT spend with Canberra move
DevOps

Cirrus Networks eyes $5b govt ICT spend with Canberra move

IT provider Cirrus Networks is spreading its wings and opening a Canberra office as it seeks to garner an increased share of the $5b govt ICT spend.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Apr 2016
NSW Government updates whole-of-government ICT hardware contract
Digital Signage

NSW Government updates whole-of-government ICT hardware contract

The NSW Government has extended its whole-of-government ICT hardware contract through to April 30, 2017 and updated the devices covered by the deal.

By Heather Wright • 1 min read • Thu, 21st Apr 2016

Global Stories

NZ and Aus govt need to step up online, study finds
Government

NZ and Aus govt need to step up online, study finds

A new study has found that central government agencies in New Zealand and Australia are performing poorly in terms of online responsiveness.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Apr 2016
New RBI tower brings greater connectivity to Kauaeranga Valley
Unified Communications

New RBI tower brings greater connectivity to Kauaeranga Valley

New RBI tower brings 4G broadband and mobile coverage to Kauaeranga Valley, Coromandel, NZ - improving connectivity for residents and tourists.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Apr 2016
Governments vulnerable to attack, says Palo Alto Networks
Firewalls

Governments vulnerable to attack, says Palo Alto Networks

Government departments are an attractive target for malicious hackers and criminals, making them vulnerable to attack.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Apr 2016
NZ Government gets behind digital tech with new telco laws
Unified Communications

NZ Government gets behind digital tech with new telco laws

New Zealand government unveils plans for new regulation of broadband and phone services to keep up with digital transformation.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Apr 2016
Government working with Acquia to make websites more accessible
Open source

Government working with Acquia to make websites more accessible

At the recent Tech Leaders 2016 summit in Sydney, Graham and Adam spoke about how the Australian government is enhancing their digital services.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Apr 2016

Stories from Other Regions

John Key's $22m cyber security announcement: Industry insider opinion
Breach Prevention

John Key's $22m cyber security announcement: Industry insider opinion

Key recently announced a $22 million fund to go towards setting up a national security agency - here is an industry insider opinion.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 11th May 2016
NZ Govt open licensing consultation goes off without a hitch
Open source

NZ Govt open licensing consultation goes off without a hitch

NZ's innovative online consultation on open source software propels transparent, hitch-free government licensing talks.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd May 2016
NZ's first Cyber Security Summit drawing near
Government

NZ's first Cyber Security Summit drawing near

New Zealand's first Cyber Security Summit to see over 200 business people gather next week, says Communications Minister Amy Adams.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Apr 2016
$1 million in grants for Sign Language projects
Government

$1 million in grants for Sign Language projects

The New Zealand government grants over USD $1 million from the NZSL Fund to support projects enhancing the use and proficiency of New Zealand Sign Language.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Apr 2016
Another multi-million upgrade for Auckland school
eLearning

Another multi-million upgrade for Auckland school

Riverhead School in North-West Auckland is set to receive a $9.4 million upgrade, including a new classroom block and administration building.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Apr 2016
New technologies lead Govt to overhaul transport sector rules
Government

New technologies lead Govt to overhaul transport sector rules

New Zealand overhauls transport rules to accommodate new technologies and streamline small passenger services.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
Scrapping of online voting trial a 'blow to democracy'
Government

Scrapping of online voting trial a 'blow to democracy'

Online voting trials for local body elections have been cancelled, disappointing councils who see it as a lost opportunity.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Apr 2016
Online voting trial canned
Government

Online voting trial canned

Online voting trial for local body elections in New Zealand scrapped due to concerns over security and vote integrity.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Apr 2016
Kiwi productivity at an all time low... Is technology the answer?
Government

Kiwi productivity at an all time low... Is technology the answer?

New Zealand's low productivity may be solved by technology, says NZTech CEO. ICT is key to transforming government services. #NewZealand #Productivity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Apr 2016
Updated: Education sector slams Joyce on income rankings
EduTech

Updated: Education sector slams Joyce on income rankings

Educators are 'astounded' that Joyce, in releasing this data, suggests teaching isn't the profession to choose if you want a prosperous future.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Apr 2016