Mental Health stories
Soldiers in Tech offers free digital training to Ontario veterans
Today
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it training
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data analytics
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digital transformation
The Roland Gossage Foundation relaunched Soldiers in Tech, offering free digital skills training in web development and cyber security to Ontario veterans and their families.
Schoen Clinic Chelsea doubles mental health capacity with Semble
3 days ago
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digital transformation
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healthtech
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semble
Schoen Clinic Chelsea has doubled its mental health appointment capacity using Semble's platform, easing pressures amid rising UK demand for mental health services.
Economic, mental strain drive 80,000 Kiwis to Australia
6 days ago
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migration
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northland
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mental health
Almost 80,000 New Zealanders moved to Australia in 2024 as economic pressure worsens mental health, with over half citing financial stress as their main concern.
Toast Electric expands to help families facing winter hardship
Last week
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power / energy
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university of otago
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consumer nz
Toast Electric is expanding to Horowhenua and Wairarapa, aiding New Zealand families struggling with winter energy hardship through discounted electricity and support programmes.
Apple unveils watchOS 26 with new design & smart features
Last week
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wearables
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api
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personal computing devices
Apple unveils watchOS 26 with a fresh Liquid Glass design, Workout Buddy and smarter features for a personalised, motivating Apple Watch experience.
VinciWorks unveils AI-driven tool for smarter learning
Last week
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dei
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e-learning
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risk & compliance
VinciWorks has launched Conversational Learning, an AI-driven compliance training tool using voice and text interactions to boost engagement and retention.
TrilbyTV expands digital signage with new resources for schools
This month
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digital signage
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e-learning
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ai
TrilbyTV has added four new content items to its digital signage platform, helping UK schools keep screen content current and curriculum-focused.
Call for urgent business training to help NZ builders’ welfare
This month
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mental health
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apprentices
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financial literacy
Business strategist Marti Amos urges urgent training reforms in NZ construction to boost financial literacy and mental health amid industry struggles.
Beyond Blue boosts collaboration with Microsoft Teams upgrade
Last month
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uc
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hp
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video conferencing
Beyond Blue has enhanced its communication with a Microsoft Teams rollout and new meeting tech, boosting collaboration and hybrid work efficiency.
Cybersecurity professionals set to gain new trauma support
Last month
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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ncsc
The Chartered Institute of Information Security teams with PTSD Resolution to offer trauma therapy and mental health support to UK cybersecurity professionals from May 2025.
WHO endorses Australia’s dementia care training framework
Last month
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health education
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mental health
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aged care
The World Health Organization has endorsed Dementia Training Australia’s national framework as a global benchmark for dementia care education, boosting worldwide access.
Social robots tipped as future friends to tackle loneliness in elders
Last month
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edutech
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robots
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smart robot
Research by a University of Calgary PhD student suggests social robots may help ease loneliness among seniors, offering companionship beyond traditional interventions.
Australian workers report highest stress in Asia-Pacific region
Last month
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productivity
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mental health
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work-life balance
Over half of Australian workers report high stress, with 23% feeling overloaded, the highest in Asia-Pacific, reveals ADP's People at Work 2025 report.
Remote worker monitoring apps raise privacy & cyber risks
Last month
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data privacy
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human rights
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mental health
University of Waterloo research warns that employee monitoring apps may harm privacy and productivity, as 70% of large firms plan to use such software this year.
NZ startup founders paid $205,000 on average, gaps remain
Last month
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mental health
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entrepreneurship
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startup ecosystem
The New Zealand Founder Pay Report 2025 reveals average founder salaries at NZD $205,000, highlighting gender, location, and role pay disparities across startups.
Australian programme fosters resilience amid cost pressures
Last month
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ar, vr & metaverse
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productivity
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mental health
XVenture launches MindZen(xv), a program to boost resilience and emotional wellbeing for Australians amid rising cost-of-living pressures and economic challenges.
WithU partners with Sir Mo Farah to launch global running app
Last month
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payment technologies
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samsung
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visa
British fitness brand WithU teams up with Sir Mo Farah and top athletes to launch URUNN, a personalised running app set for release later this year.
Fleet safety overlooked as AI adoption lags among HSE leaders
Last month
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data analytics
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supply chain
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risk & compliance
Despite 84% of HSE leaders prioritising fleet safety, 60% have yet to adopt AI-powered safety technologies, risking incidents and compliance issues.
AI offers vital support for dementia care but risks remain high
Last month
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ai
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alexa
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mental health
AI aids dementia patients and carers with daily tasks and companionship, yet overuse risks cognitive decline and increased social isolation, experts warn.
Half of New Zealanders overwhelmed by notification overload
Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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email
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social media
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productivity
Half of New Zealanders feel overwhelmed by digital notifications, with social media and emails disrupting wellbeing and productivity, finds 2degrees research.