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Interview: Vodafone's Kirstin Te Wao on workplace diversity & inclusion
Unified Communications

Interview: Vodafone's Kirstin Te Wao on workplace diversity & inclusion

Vodafone's Kirstin Te Wao shares how the company's focus on workplace diversity and inclusion fosters a sense of belonging and empowers all employees.

By Julia Gabel • 6 min read • Thu, 8th Mar 2018
Hokitika region next to get UFB access in latest rollout
Unified Communications

Hokitika region next to get UFB access in latest rollout

Hokitika chosen as first area to be connected in second phase of Ultra-Fast Broadband initiative, bringing world-class connectivity to the region.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Thu, 11th May 2017
Inclusive globalisation the next step for eCommerce
Marketing Technologies

Inclusive globalisation the next step for eCommerce

UNCTAD panel discusses challenges and possible solutions to including small and medium businesses in eCommerce opportunities worldwide.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd May 2017
Whanganui semi-finalist for global 'intelligent community' award
Unified Communications

Whanganui semi-finalist for global 'intelligent community' award

Whanganui has been named a Smart21 Community putting the city in the running for the global Intelligent Community of the Year award.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
Two billion people online by 2011
Unified Communications

Two billion people online by 2011

Global internet users set to hit 2 billion by 2011 as ITU reports a surge in online access, particularly in developing countries.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Oct 2010

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Digital inclusion efforts to continue after funding pulled
Computers in Homes

Digital inclusion efforts to continue after funding pulled

The Computers in Homes programme will no longer be funded by the government. 20/20 Trust will continue to try & help bridge the digital divide in NZ.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Tue, 30th May 2017
Let us tell your story - Educators is here to listen
EduTech

Let us tell your story - Educators is here to listen

We want to hear from you. How is the changing digital landscape affecting your educational offerings? We want to tell your stories.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Thu, 11th May 2017
Colwill School jumps towards digital equality in Massey
Digital divide

Colwill School jumps towards digital equality in Massey

Spark Jump community in Massey offers subsidised broadband to school-aged children and families for $15 a month, closing the digital divide.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Wed, 10th May 2017
Digital inclusion doesn't stop at the prison walls
eLearning

Digital inclusion doesn't stop at the prison walls

New Zealand prisons are implementing secure computer suites to give prisoners access to online learning and develop IT skills.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Thu, 4th May 2017
Could New Zealand be lagging behind in Digital Inclusion?
Partner Programmes

Could New Zealand be lagging behind in Digital Inclusion?

New Zealand falling behind in digital inclusion, excluding many citizens from participating, says Innovation Partnership report.

By Matthew Bain • 3 min read • Mon, 1st May 2017
Rethinking a core element of education: the space itself
Core Education

Rethinking a core element of education: the space itself

New Zealand educators to revolutionise learning by tailoring spaces for diversity, aiming for inclusivity at the Changing Spaces event.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Apr 2017
Funding for Computers in Homes to benefit students
EduTech

Funding for Computers in Homes to benefit students

A boost in funding for the Computers in Homes digital literacy programme has been announced by the government.

By Rebecca Wood • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2013