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Auckland stories - Page 16

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NZQA registration withdrawal proves it will not tolerate poor education provision

Wed, 17th May 2017
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The New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) has withdrawn the registration of Linguis International Institute, a private training establishment.
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Australian distributor Madison Technologies sets up NZ operations

Mon, 1st May 2017
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Australian cabling, connectivity, broadcast and AV distributor Madison Technologies has established a local sales and distribution hub.
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120 Japanese leaders coming to town to invest in aspiring NZ businesses

Fri, 28th Apr 2017
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An opportunity for Auckland and its ambitious businesses to forge closer economic ties with a major trading partners is soon coming to town.
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Business events set to showcase Auckland's entrepreneurial potential to World Masters athletes

Mon, 24th Apr 2017
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ATEED to showcase Auckland's entrepreneurial potential during World Masters Games, taking advantage of influx of visitors.
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Aura Information Security boosts leadership team as consulting demand grows

Mon, 24th Apr 2017
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Aura Information Security appoints Tom Moore as new Practice Manager for Australian and New Zealand operations due to increased demand for consulting services.
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Mount Eden stars in new Google Earth update promo

Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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As part of Google Earth's new revival, Google wants to encourage users to utilise the 3D mapping service to take the opportunity to explore the world.
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Familiar face to push smart cities, AI for NEC NZ

Wed, 12th Apr 2017
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NEC NZ has appointed industry veteran David Tse as sales and marketing manager as it looks to drive smart cities, AI and public safety locally.
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Who made the cut? Finalists announced for NZ Hi-Tech Awards

Thu, 30th Mar 2017
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Entries this year were scattered from Kaitia to Invercargill, resulting in a record number of entries – 30 percent up on last year.
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Ignorance no defence as Bestdeals cops $47k fine

Tue, 21st Mar 2017
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Being unaware of legal requirements is no defence for breaches of the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act and FTA, as Bestdeals has discovered.
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More small business roadshows to kick off around NZ, Govt says

Tue, 14th Mar 2017
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New Zealand's Small Business Minister Jacqui Dean announces a series of nationwide roadshows, starting in Kāikoura on 27 March, to support local enterprises.
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Photo gallery: HP Partner First Forum 2017

Fri, 3rd Mar 2017
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VR to revolutionise industry, a reinvented mobile office, the home of tomorrow and security for all were on show at HP Partner First Forum yesterday.
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Auckland mobile trader charged; Best Buy pleads guilty in ongoing ComCom action

Wed, 15th Feb 2017
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The Commerce Commission has filed charges against an Auckland company, while another has pleaded guilty in an ongoing crackdown on mobile traders.
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Catchi goes silver on Oracle partner network

Tue, 17th Jan 2017
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education, learning & training
Catchi goes silver with Oracle as it seeks to drive digital transformation using Oracle's Marketing Cloud automation offerings.
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F5's 'exceptional' channel growth within ANZ

Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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F5 champions ANZ growth, with Rob Malkin leading as MD to bolster app security and partner relations amid rising virtual trends.
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How is InternetNZ making a better world through better internet?

Wed, 30th Nov 2016
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cloud services
InternetNZ, a non-profit group, supports research and educates New Zealanders on all things internet. It focuses on access, use, and security.
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Xero boosts regional tech job opportunities with new Hawkes Bay office

Fri, 18th Nov 2016
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Xero to open new office in New Zealand's Hawke's Bay, aiming for 30 support jobs by next year. #tech #employment.
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Trend Micro opens new ANZ HQ for 'incredibly important' market

Wed, 16th Nov 2016
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Trend Micro inaugurates new Sydney HQ, doubling their ANZ presence in response to rapid market growth and digital transformation.
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Entrepreneurs to make a 'tangible difference' with creative solutions

Wed, 26th Oct 2016
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Over 120 entrepreneurs unite in Auckland, championing novel businesses that promise societal benefits in a ground-breaking 54-hour event.
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Kiwis show 'room for improvement' with cyber security in the workplace

Mon, 17th Oct 2016
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Connect Smart Week in New Zealand aims to improve cyber security awareness with a quiz, but there's room for improvement.
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Kiwis should stop thinking small with technology, says industry expert

Mon, 10th Oct 2016
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One of the newest board members at NZTech believes New Zealand's tech impact on the world doesn't have to be small.