Australian Stories

Hitachi commits $1.25 billion to Aussie social innovation division

Hitachi is showing commitment to its Australian Social Innovation business by investing AU$1.25 billion over the next three years.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 5th Dec 2016

Global Stories

EduTech

Thankyou CEO, Canterbury Uni youth counselor announced as speakers at Festival for the Future

Canterbury Uni's youth counselor and Thankyou CEO to inspire at Festival for the Future, tackling crucial youth topics.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Jun 2017

EduTech

Entrepreneurs to make a 'tangible difference' with creative solutions

Over 120 entrepreneurs unite in Auckland, championing novel businesses that promise societal benefits in a ground-breaking 54-hour event.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Oct 2016

Stories from Other Regions

Supply Chain

Akina welcomes $1.85m Government commitment to social enterprise

The Government's funding of $1.85m for New Zealand's social enterprise sector is welcomed by Akina, says CEO Alex Hannant.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Jul 2017

Supply Chain

Christchurch social enterprise event to co-design sector's future

The SEWF 2017 programme is split into three categories in order to appeal to a range of different learning and working styles: Listen, Discuss, Do.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Jun 2017

Partner Programmes

NZ agency named double finalist in Microsoft's Worldwide Partner Awards

NV interactive was named a finalist in the Cloud for Global Good and Public Sector: Public Safety and National Security categories.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Jun 2017

Social Media

Personal branding and social enterprise – upcoming Spark Labs events

Harness the power of personal branding and social enterprise at Auckland's Spark Lab events, with insider tips from influential experts.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Wed, 17th May 2017

Accelerator

Eight chosen for first NZ employment social enterprise accelerator

Launchpad Work, run by the Ākina Foundation, will work closely with the eight enterprises across a six-month period to accelerate their growth.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 17th May 2017

Fintech

Kiwi fintech startup wins international social enterprise award

Banqer received the Economic Citizenship Education Award at the Global Inclusion Awards ceremony in Berlin, a first for NZ companies.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Thu, 4th May 2017

Social enterprise

Bursary fund for attendance at 2017 Social Enterprise World Forum announced

The fund will provide successful applicants with assistance for flights to the value of AU$1700, accommodation and conference tickets.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd May 2017

Entrepreneur

Christchurch: Social enterprise forum showcases Pacific leadership

Christchurch to host a pioneering Social Enterprise World Forum, spotlighting Pacific leadership in sustainable economic growth.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Apr 2017

PledgeMe

PledgeMe targets social enterprise with Ākina partnership

PledgeMe and charity Ākina Foundation join forces to support New Zealand social enterprises in fundraising efforts.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Mar 2016

Unified Communications

Wellington-based crowdfunding campaign raises over $10,000 in first 12 hours

Wellington-based social tech company Loomio has kicked off their global crowdfunding campaign to a great start, raising over $10,000 in the first 12 hours.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2014

Unified Communications

IDC: CIOs must prepare for unpredictable change

Mobile computing, cloud services and social networking will mature from their current early adopter status, says research firm.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jan 2011