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Cyber Sentience exposes hackers selling school IT System access
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber Sentience exposes hackers selling school IT System access

A cyber security firm says hackers are selling access to IT systems at hundreds of New Zealand schools and tertiary institutes.

By John Gerritsen • 4 min read • Wed, 31st May 2023
New building code requirements come into effect
Schools

New building code requirements come into effect

Builders face higher glazing costs as phased energy-efficiency rules force homes and other buildings to meet tougher R values from Thursday.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Fri, 4th Nov 2022
Cyclone selected as NZ MOE software licensing partner
EduTech

Cyclone selected as NZ MOE software licensing partner

Cyclone Computer Co. Ltd has been selected as the Ministry of Education's software licensing partner, providing Microsoft and non-Microsoft software.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Jun 2022
Pandemic exposes importance of workplace air quality
Risk & Compliance

Pandemic exposes importance of workplace air quality

Most New Zealand workplaces lack air hygiene rules, despite research showing airborne viruses spread far more easily indoors than outdoors.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Apr 2022
Schooling security: How safe are Kiwi kids in the age of hybrid learning?
EduTech

Schooling security: How safe are Kiwi kids in the age of hybrid learning?

The risks of online schooling in New Zealand are significantly higher than pre-pandemic, with cyber safety a major concern.

By Mitchell Hageman • 5 min read • Fri, 25th Feb 2022
The rise of cybercrime and NZ's fragmented response
Malware

The rise of cybercrime and NZ's fragmented response

Cybercrime is rising in New Zealand, but victims often struggle to get justice. Anusha Bradley investigates how to better protect cybercrime victims.

By Anusha Bradley, RNZ • 14 min read • Tue, 15th Jun 2021
Outdated air con helps spread Covid
Schools

Outdated air con helps spread Covid

Poor ventilation in crowded buildings can raise airborne infection risks, with researchers urging urgent upgrades to protect workers and students.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Jan 2021
Australia spending in all the wrong places
Hybrid & Remote Work

Australia spending in all the wrong places

Australia’s recovery risks being blunted unless governments shift spending towards social infrastructure, housing and renewable energy.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Wed, 11th Nov 2020
New Zealand keeps getting warmer
Hybrid & Remote Work

New Zealand keeps getting warmer

A new report warns rising temperatures, melting glaciers and sea levels could reshape the country unless emissions fall quickly.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Oct 2020
How likely are you to be infected?
Schools

How likely are you to be infected?

A new University of Colorado Boulder model suggests crowded, poorly ventilated spaces raise coronavirus risk, especially without masks.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Sun, 23rd Aug 2020
Greater access regulation to become a new normal
Smart Cities

Greater access regulation to become a new normal

Public buildings face tighter access controls as coronavirus drives demand for safer, greener entrance systems across Australia and New Zealand.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Sun, 24th May 2020
Oneoneroa delivering the homes Kiwis want
Schools

Oneoneroa delivering the homes Kiwis want

Buyers in Auckland’s Belmont are being offered sustainably built terraced homes with electric bikes as New Zealand eases property viewing restrictions.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 18th May 2020
Keeping a clean workplace and the role of chemical dispensers
Hybrid & Remote Work

Keeping a clean workplace and the role of chemical dispensers

Chemical dispensers can cut infection risk and protect staff by improving dilution accuracy, reducing spills and supporting regular disinfection.

By Michael Curreen • 9 min read • Sun, 5th Apr 2020

Global Stories

Schools stories

New predictions by Brainly say AI and interactive learning still vital in classrooms of 2022
Artificial Intelligence

New predictions by Brainly say AI and interactive learning still vital in classrooms of 2022

AI. will continue to play a vital role in classrooms around the world this year, according to predictions by EdTech provider Brainly.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Jan 2022
The biggest cyber-attacks of 2021 in New Zealand
Supply Chain

The biggest cyber-attacks of 2021 in New Zealand

Cyber attacks have surged in New Zealand, hitting organisations of all sizes across various sectors, raising concerns about data security.

By Jonathan Cotton • 9 min read • Tue, 5th Oct 2021
Hands-on Review: Osmo Genius Starter Kit
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Osmo Genius Starter Kit

Osmo Genius Kit turns iPads into educational tools for kids. We tested it out with our favourite child Avi. Find out our verdict!.

By Lama Farhat • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Aug 2020

Stories from Other Regions

Schools stories

Superloop helping Aussie K12 schools with latest offering
EduTech

Superloop helping Aussie K12 schools with latest offering

Superloop has launched CyberEdge, a new cybersecurity platform that will give K12 schools in Australia the tools to optimise, secure and manage their network.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Aug 2022