Government stories - Page 29

More Kiwi entrepreneurs are profitable, increased staff and grown revenues in the past 6 months but the election is unsettling nerves.

We explain the legislative act that governs relations between the New Zealand telecommunications industry and surveillance agencies.

The National Party lays out top priorities for its Business Growth Agenda to boost New Zealand's long-term growth rate.

PM John Key denounces mass surveillance allegations in NZ, confirming GCSB's legality and targeted cyber security operations.

Southern Cross undersea cables untouched by surveillance, says CEO Anthony Briscoe, refuting claims made by journalist Glenn Greenwald.

Prime Minister John Key denies allegations of mass surveillance, accusing Kim Dotcom and Glenn Greenwald of ulterior motives.

Green Party calls for separation of cyber protection functions from the GCSB, stating PM John Key is using surveillance scare tactics.

Met with rapturous applause from a jam-packed Auckland Town Hall, Kim Dotcom’s ‘Moment of Truth’ event last night has sent shockwaves across the country.

PM John Key's assurances on no mass surveillance to be tested, Internet Party leader says resignation if false.

New Zealand SMEs still want policies to reduce their compliance burden, according to the latest MYOB Business Monitor survey.

National to expand Ultra-Fast Broadband to 80% of Kiwis, extending access to 200,000 more homes, with a funding boost from the Future Investment Fund.

New Zealand releases draft white space licensing rules to explore new wireless services, says Minister Amy Adams.

New Zealand's new $150m rural broadband fund must be truly contestable and not a slush fund for large telcos, warns Labour ICT spokesperson Clare Curran.

National announces a £150m plan to boost rural broadband, aiming to expand access and improve connectivity outside urban areas.

Internet MANA has launched its election campaign, promising 100,000 new jobs and to make New Zealand a digital workforce.

New Zealand's Commerce Minister, Craig Foss, has praised the modernisation of the country's patent laws, bringing them in line with international standards.

23 high tech companies in New Zealand have been approved for R&D Growth Grants worth over $41m for the next three years.

Deputy PM Bill English opened Plan B's new data centre in Wellington, emphasising the importance of business continuity and data backup measures.

Network for Learning (N4L) exceeds targets, as 700 schools and 225k students are now connected to its Managed Network.

Record numbers of Kiwis are filing tax returns online, taking advantage of new services provided by Inland Revenue, says Revenue Minister Todd McClay.

The rollout of fast internet to New Zealand schools reaches milestone as Te Kura o Waikare becomes the 700th connected school.

Internet Party's digital strategy promises a future of enhanced democracy and streamlined services for New Zealand, aiming for 'truly responsive' government.

NZ's IT professionals herald a new era as the govt explores online voting, with IITP praising a report that charts a secure, inclusive future.

Microsoft NZ pledges $1m to High Tech Youth, aiming to bridge the IT gap for underserved Kiwi youth, boosting skills and career pathways.