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Fonterra shareholders use AGM to flag concern over lower milk payout

Fonterra Cooperative Group shareholders used their annual meeting in Palmerston North to raise concerns over the reduced 2015 milk payout, the dair.

By Pattrick Smellie • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Nov 2014

Digital Transformation

Why NZ and UK are leading the public sector digital revolution...

New Zealand and the UK are setting the pace in the global public sector digital revolution, transforming government transparency and accessibility.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2014

Forbes

NZ becomes 'Best Country for Business'

New Zealand takes the crown as 'Best Country for Business' in Forbes' rankings, excelling in personal freedom and investor protection among other metrics.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Nov 2012

Unified Communications

Telecom to de-list from NYSE

Telecom to de-list ADRs from NYSE on 9th July, aiming to cut administration costs. Shares remain on NZX, ASX. Second-half EBITDA forecast at USD $560M.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Jun 2012

Social Media

Nissan Australia faces Facebook wrath

Nissan Australia faces a social media backlash after awarding a Facebook competition prize to a close friend of its social media co-ordinator, igniting outrage.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Nov 2011

Government

Mission entirely possible

eProcurement, driven by SaaS, levels the playing field, enabling SMEs to compete with larger firms while streamlining processes for buyers and sellers alike.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Nov 2010

DataCentre infrastructure

A sustained effort

Greenpeace's Cool IT Leaderboard highlights IT firms' climate efforts. Cisco leads with 62 points, doubling its score through emissions-saving tech.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Tue, 1st Jun 2010

Information Communication & Technology

Financial flexibility

ICT leasing is gaining traction as it allows businesses to stay current with tech, preserve cash flow, and offers tax perks, even amid economic downturns.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Dec 2009

EduTech

Procuring a better procurement process

The government looks to overhaul the broken ICT procurement process, aiming for transparency, efficiency, and wider industry involvement amidst rising costs.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Jul 2009

Firewalls

A new era of security

* NETAPPNot that long ago security discussions were around the network, now the prime focus is on data security.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 1st May 2007

Stories from Other Regions

Transparency stories

Risk & Compliance

NZX strengthens oversight of conflicts with new board committee, regulatory scrutiny

NZX will establish a new board committee to oversee the way New Zealand's financial markets operator manages conflicts.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Dec 2014

Microsoft

UPDATE: Global push to act on tax avoidance has broad support, English says

There is broad global support for moves to curb international tax avoidance, New Zealand Finance Minister Bill English said on the sidelines of the.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Sun, 16th Nov 2014

Commerce Commission

Auckland car salesman fined $12k over 'dishonest' Trade Me bids

Craig James Rutherford has been fined $12,100 in the Auckland District Court after shill bidding during the sale of cars on the Trade Me auction website.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2013

Information Communication & Technology

Is project failure all about business perceptions?

Gap between IT managers' and non-IT managers' perceptions of project success rates widens - showing no respect to timeliness and budgets.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2013

EduTech

Social studies

Navigating social media can be tricky for new businesses. A well-thought-out strategy is crucial to avoid pitfalls and ensure a positive online presence.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Oct 2011

Unified Communications

Thousands sign on in support of ACTA reform

Thousands of New Zealanders have signed PublicACTA's petition urging the government to reconsider its role in the secretive ACTA copyright negotiations.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Apr 2010