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Women in tech: curiosity, courage & backing yourself

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On IWD 2026, a senior tech leader urges women to back themselves, embrace 'squiggly' careers and bring their own seat to the table.
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Dell unveils tougher classroom laptops for AI‑era study

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Dell launches tougher Windows and Chromebook laptops for classrooms, pitching durable AI‑ready devices with long battery life and easier repairs.
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Hiscox unveils multi-site technology graduate scheme

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Hiscox launches a multi-site technology graduate scheme across London, Lisbon and York as it ramps up hiring for digital and cyber roles.
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A1 Technologies names Amar Bilas Head of Microsoft Cloud

Fri, 9th Jan 2026
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A1 Technologies appoints Amar Bilas to lead Microsoft Cloud Services, bolstering Azure and modern workplace growth across ANZ.
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How esports is improving career prospects for growing numbers of students

Wed, 17th Apr 2024
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Esports' integration into curricula is elevating students' career prospects by equipping them with crucial transferrable skills like teamwork, communication, and critical thinking, and exposing them to a myriad of job opportunities.
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IWD 2024: Why organisations need to make inclusion a long-term goal

Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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The case for long-term inclusion strategies is championed amid persistent gender imbalance in Australia's tech sector, stressing the importance of sustainable efforts in fostering diversity.
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Exclusive: How NetApp's S3 Academy is fostering new talent

Tue, 20th Feb 2024
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NetApp's S3 Academy in Australia and New Zealand is pioneering early-career development in tech with its innovative blend of experience, exposure, and education.
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Five reasons why a career in cybersecurity is worth pursuing

Thu, 25th May 2023
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The demand for cybersecurity professionals has increased exponentially, and the trend is expected to continue as the world becomes more digital.
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Role of IT continues to evolve, SolarWinds report captures tech pro sentiments

Thu, 16th Sep 2021
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Almost half of tech professionals are proud of what they do and 44% love their work, according to a survey by SolarWinds.
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Fortinet to train one million people globally - helping close the cybersecurity skills gap

Fri, 10th Sep 2021
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Fortinet has pledged to train one million people to help close the cybersecurity skills gap following the recent White House summit.
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CompTIA launches IT workforce planning guide

Wed, 18th Mar 2020
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The free resource, called My IT Path, is designed to provide a personalised and interactive experience for anyone learning about careers in the field.
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FEATURE: Tech's female powerhouses tackle women shortage issue

Thu, 8th Mar 2018
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International Women's Day is here and what better time to tackle the elephant in the room that is the huge gender disparity in the technology sector.
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Where are all the women in tech? Survey finds answer

Fri, 2nd Mar 2018
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Gender equality is something the tech industry has always struggled with despite offering bright career and pay prospects.
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Internship pathway sees Manaiakalani students enter IT

Mon, 19th Jun 2017
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Manaiakalani students break into IT through Fusion Networks' tailored internship, bridging the experience gap for Kiwi youth.
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Auckland IT jobs paying the most, Wellington a 'mixed bag'

Wed, 25th Jan 2017
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Auckland now the highest paying region for IT professionals in New Zealand, surpassing Wellington, according to Absolute IT's latest Remuneration Report.
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Kiwi IT specialist makes a difference in Africa – opportunities available

Mon, 16th Jan 2017
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Read the incredible story of a young Kiwi IT specialist helping to heal Africa's poor - and further opportunities that are available.
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Tech boom creates too few jobs – and the point is?

Mon, 17th Oct 2016
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The outcome is clear: though tech-driven growth has recovered, it seems that growth has been delivered at a lower level of employment.
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SEEK NZ stats show it's a good time to be working in ICT

Mon, 15th Aug 2016
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​Seek recently released data that reveals they had almost 5 percent more jobs advertised in July 2016 than 12 months earlier, with ICT in the lead.
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Gender divide alive and well in NZ job market

Tue, 12th Jul 2016
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The gender divide is alive and well in the New Zealand employment market, while IT roles continue to dominate the top five highest average pay rate.
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Majority of IT professionals feel that increasing complexity is making their jobs harder

Tue, 10th May 2016
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In an increasingly fast-moving digital world, companies around the globe face issues with managing their IT services.