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Government stories - Page 44

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Govt: New Vodafone HQ to anchor Christchurch Innovation Precinct
Wed, 4th Jun 2014
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Vodafone's new HQ will be the keystone of Christchurch's Innovation Precinct, set to transform the city into a hub for technology and growth.
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Joyce under attack as Labour slams Govt's ICT policy
Wed, 4th Jun 2014
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Labour criticises the Govt's £28.6m ICT investment as inadequate, calling for a more substantial support strategy for the sector.
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Govt: 4G mobile technology a step closer
Tue, 3rd Jun 2014
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Telecom granted clearance to acquire 2x20 MHz in 700 MHz band for 4G networks, bringing world-class technology to New Zealanders.
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Labour slams Telecom spectrum deal
Fri, 30th May 2014
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Labour criticises Telecom's 700MHz spectrum acquisition, affecting competition and innovation in UK's mobile market, says ICT spokesperson Clare Curran.
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270 R&D Student Grant places now open
Fri, 30th May 2014
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callaghan innovation
Over 270 openings for R&D Student Grants in NZ to boost innovation through internships, offering students a career leap in tech sectors.
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New Wynyard solution helps Kiwi Govt agencies manage security risk
Fri, 30th May 2014
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Wynyard Group launches advanced risk management and compliance software solution for NZ government departments.
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Novopay problems still plaguing 2,000 schools
Thu, 29th May 2014
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Nearly 2000 schools in New Zealand have ongoing issues with the Novopay system, with over $9.3m still owed, Labour reveals.
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HP NZ asks... will your organisation be ready for UFB & RBI?
Wed, 28th May 2014
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New Zealand businesses urged to embrace remote working as country achieves major broadband milestone. #DigitalAge #Connectivity.
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Govt announces allocation options for 700 MHz radio spectrum
Mon, 26th May 2014
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Govt announces the two sets of options that will be used for assigning the 700 MHz radio spectrum band between the successful bidders in the recent auction.
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'Lazy' telco rulers fail kiwi consumers
Fri, 23rd May 2014
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Commerce Commission accused of failing Kiwi consumers in mobile market review. Two Degrees founder calls for action.
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Labour praises 'sensible' final copper pricing delay...
Fri, 23rd May 2014
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Commerce Commission extends consultation on final pricing for copper-based broadband, earning support from Labour’s ICT spokeswoman.
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Labour demands 'straight answers' on security
Thu, 22nd May 2014
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Labour Leader David Cunliffe demands clarity from New Zealand PM John Key over alleged half-truths and knowledge of intelligence operations.
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Novopay shows steady performance for latest pay periods
Wed, 21st May 2014
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Novopay is described as maintaining a steady performance, following the release of the results of the latest Novopay complaints reports for Pay Periods 3 and 4.
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Telecom’s invests over $750,000 in North Canterbury mobile network
Tue, 20th May 2014
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From today locals and visitors to Ohoka, Swannanoa and North Kaiapoi will notice an improvement in mobile coverage...
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Greens: Key needs to front on what NZ spies are up to
Mon, 19th May 2014
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Prime Minister John Key has questions to answer following the latest Edward Snowden leaks detailing New Zealand's involvement in the Five-Eyes spying network.
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Continued support for Computers in Homes announced
Fri, 16th May 2014
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The Computers in Homes project will receive $2.5 million in additional operating funding in 2014/2015, as announced in yesterday’s Budget.
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Two new tax measures to support business R&D
Fri, 16th May 2014
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Innovative NZ firms to benefit from new tax measures for R&D expenditure, estimated to return $58.1m to companies over 4 years.
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More on me: Graham Prentice, Cyclone Computers
Wed, 14th May 2014
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While he’s the GM of the Apple Division/All of Government at Cyclone Computers, Graham Prentice says he doesn’t work in technology.
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New $21m growth grants to boost R&D in NZ
Tue, 13th May 2014
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Callaghan Innovation approves $21m in R&D grants for 15 high-tech firms to boost innovation and growth in New Zealand.
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Whangarei becomes NZ’s first fully-fibred city
Sat, 10th May 2014
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Whangarei leads as NZ's first city with complete fibre connectivity under the government's Ultra-Fast Broadband initiative, offering vast benefits.