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Global entrance solutions leader enters New Zealand
Disaster Recovery

Global entrance solutions leader enters New Zealand

New Zealand clients will gain 24/7 support for revolving doors and security entrances after Boon Edam struck a nationwide partnership with Commercial and Industrial Doors.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 4th May 2017
Technology trial could boost road industry safety
Smart Cities

Technology trial could boost road industry safety

Safety gains for autonomous and connected cars are on offer as Australia trials satellite-based positioning across the road industry.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 4th May 2017
Diabetes app forecasts blood sugar levels
Health Technologies

Diabetes app forecasts blood sugar levels

Meal planning for type 2 diabetes could become easier, as an app now forecasts how specific foods may affect blood sugar levels.

By Geoff • 3 min read • Thu, 4th May 2017
Kaikoura earthquake a wake-up call for Wellington
Risk & Compliance

Kaikoura earthquake a wake-up call for Wellington

A direct hit on the capital could cost New Zealand about USD $29 billion and trigger wider economic damage, Deloitte warns.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 4th May 2017
Kaikoura earthquake a wake-up call for Wellington
Risk & Compliance

Kaikoura earthquake a wake-up call for Wellington

Deloitte says a direct 7.8 magnitude quake beneath Wellington could inflict a NZD $29 billion blow, with billions in damage and lost jobs.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 4th May 2017
Canterbury quake interval offers a timely reminder
Risk & Compliance

Canterbury quake interval offers a timely reminder

The anniversary has sharpened calls for stronger rules on earthquake-prone buildings, after engineers warned facade failures can kill in a Wellington quake.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd May 2017
Tourism boom boosting hotel returns
Auckland Council

Tourism boom boosting hotel returns

Occupancy and room rates are surging in Queenstown and Auckland, putting New Zealand hotels on track for a record year.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd May 2017
New licensing system for asbestos removal
Health and Safety

New licensing system for asbestos removal

Removal firms face a deadline as current certificates expire before new asbestos licences become mandatory on 4 April 2018.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd May 2017
New UC timber building showcases campus innovation
Unified Communications

New UC timber building showcases campus innovation

Students and researchers will move into a first-of-its-kind multi-storey timber building that could set a benchmark for earthquake-safe design.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd May 2017
The power of exercise for mental health
Fitness

The power of exercise for mental health

Exercise can ease stress, lift mood and help with anxiety and depression, while also improving sleep, concentration and memory.

By Geoff • 5 min read • Tue, 2nd May 2017
Electric vehicle batteries research reveals reliability
Power / Energy

Electric vehicle batteries research reveals reliability

A new report may reassure buyers that sudden battery failure is rare and most EV packs should last well beyond their warranty.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd May 2017
Chow Group gets on its bike for charity
Education, Learning & Training

Chow Group gets on its bike for charity

Eighteen staff built three bicycles from scratch, with the charity bikes going to children in need through Stand Children’s Services.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd May 2017
Insurance holds key to climate change adaptation
Risk & Compliance

Insurance holds key to climate change adaptation

Thousands of coastal homes could become uninsurable as sea levels rise, shifting climate costs on to homeowners and government.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 2nd May 2017
Site Safe launches online learning
eLearning

Site Safe launches online learning

Workers renewing Site Safety Cards can now choose a blended course that combines online modules with classroom time for greater flexibility.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd May 2017
Australian distributor Madison Technologies sets up NZ operations
Microsoft

Australian distributor Madison Technologies sets up NZ operations

Australian cabling, connectivity, broadcast and AV distributor Madison Technologies has established a local sales and distribution hub.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 1st May 2017
Kiwi company launches internal emergency communications feature
Software-as-a-Service

Kiwi company launches internal emergency communications feature

The Panic Button feature is able to override the official internal publishing process in the case of an emergency.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Mon, 1st May 2017
Some emergency kits a recipe for disaster
Civil Defence

Some emergency kits a recipe for disaster

Most pre-made emergency kits sold in New Zealand lack key items or offer poor value, Consumer NZ says after testing seven grab-bags.

By Geoff • 3 min read • Sun, 30th Apr 2017
Government infrastructure funding to boost skills
Education, Learning & Training

Government infrastructure funding to boost skills

The push could help fill 16,000 jobs over three years as an ageing civil workforce strains to meet New Zealand's infrastructure spend.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 30th Apr 2017