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The evolution of Kiwi success story Magic Memories

Mon, 30th Apr 2018
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Magic Memories, a photography and video company, has reached a value of $120 million thanks to its innovative products for tourists.
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Forget rugby & tourism...NZTech's CEO on what Apple's latest acquisition means for us

Mon, 30th Oct 2017
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Apple's acquisition of Auckland start-up PowerbyProxi is a sign of New Zealand's growing status in the global tech industry.
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New transport app to make Queenstown more accessible during snow season

Tue, 29th Aug 2017
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With nearly 2 million tourists visiting Queenstown annually, the Choice app will provide visitors with all the information they need to know.
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NZ tech unknown in Asia - we need to do more to put NZ on the map

Mon, 28th Aug 2017
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New Zealand needs to invest in promoting its technology sector, says Mitchell Pham, chair of NZTech and FinTechNZ.
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New tech gives NZ tourism industry more insight into visitor travel patterns

Wed, 2nd Aug 2017
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New tech launch bolsters NZ's tourism insight, offering detailed visitor travel patterns to propel industry growth.
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IT job ads down, report finds

Thu, 26th Jan 2017
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Job advertisements in the information technology sector have fallen 2.4%, despite the total number of online job advertisements growing by 1.1%.
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Instagram loves New Zealand: Our most Instragrammed spots in 2016

Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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The top 10 most Instagrammed spots in New Zealand have been revealed, showcasing the country's stunning landscapes and photography skills.
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Spark supports next phase of Rural Broadband Initiative for Kiwis

Thu, 27th Oct 2016
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New Zealand telco Spark welcomes the next phase of the Rural Broadband Initiative to improve internet speeds in rural areas.
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We are not alone: NZ's tech industry now transcends local borders

Tue, 28th Jun 2016
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Size and location doesn't matter in the tech industry any more. New Zealand's innovation and expertise matches global levels.
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Further $3.6m to help Kiwi business succeed internationally

Tue, 7th Jun 2016
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Government allocates $3.6 million to New Zealand Story initiative, building the country's international profile. #exporters.
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Lake Wanaka draws travellers to the region with hyperlapse video

Wed, 17th Jun 2015
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Stunning hyperlapse by Matthew Vandeputte highlights Lake Wanaka, set to attract hundreds of thousands with its mesmerising beauty.
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NZ economy grows 0.8% in fourth quarter, on tourist spending, heated housing market

Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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The New Zealand economy expanded in the fourth quarter as tourists drove growth in retailing and accommodation, and property sales increased demand fo.
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UPDATE: Air New Zealand forecasts fare discounts; yield pressure looming

Wed, 25th Feb 2015
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The only cloud on Air New Zealand's horizon in coming months will be yield pressure as it faces more competition from foreign-owned airlines due to lo.
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Millennium & Copthorne lifts annual profit 11%, on the back of CDL gains

Tue, 10th Feb 2015
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Millennium & Copthorne Hotels New Zealand, one of New Zealand's largest hotel operators, has lifted annual profit 11 percent and its dividend after.
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NZ guest nights jump to a record in September on rise in international travellers

Wed, 12th Nov 2014
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NZ sees record guest nights in September, boosted by a surge in international visitors according to Statistics New Zealand.
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Tech sector concerned at slip in education standards

Mon, 30th Dec 2013
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New Zealand's tech sector is alarmed as the latest OECD PISA survey shows a significant drop in education standards, endangering future competitiveness.
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Start-up sessions: itravelnz

Thu, 8th Dec 2011
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In a new column, IT Brief editor Angelique Jurd looks at a promising start-up that’s creating and innovating with technology.
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Kiwi companies need to spend money to make money

Wed, 28th Sep 2011
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New Zealand must invest in R&D to revitalise its economy, says IRL’s deputy CEO Stein, urging businesses to innovate amid increased government funding.
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Welly woes

Fri, 1st Jul 2011
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Although this month’s fail may not qualify as a celebrity fail per say, we think it fits into this category and definitely merits some attention.
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IBM reveals NZ Innovation Index

Tue, 23rd Feb 2010
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Partnering with the University of Auckland, IBM's 2010 Innovation Index finds New Zealand's innovation rate stagnant since 2000, with only farming excelling.