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Former National Cyber Director Chris Inglis Joins Semperis Advisory Board

Former National Cyber Director Chris Inglis joins Semperis' advisory board to enhance identity threat detection and response in the public sector.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Sep 2023

Cybersecurity

Governments and public services facing 40% more cyberattacks

BlackBerry's latest report reveals a 40% surge in cyberattacks on government agencies and public services, with over 55,000 halted between March and May 2023.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Aug 2023

Hybrid Cloud

Public sector CIOs embracing diverse IT environments - Nutanix report

Cybersecurity, data security, sovereignty, protection and recovery are top drivers of this group's IT infrastructure purchasing decisions.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 30th Jun 2023

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Disaster Recovery

Three areas for the next Government to take action

Infrastructure groups warn uncertainty is deterring investment, slowing digital upgrades and leaving New Zealand exposed to worsening climate shocks.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Fri, 22nd Sep 2023

Management

Worksafe cuts could have dire consequences

Frontline support could weaken just as New Zealand’s safety record is under strain, trade unions warn.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Sep 2023

Supply Chain

What can we learn from Auckland’s City Rail Link?

The review warns future transport schemes face similar cost overruns and delivery strain unless business cases, procurement and oversight improve.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Sep 2023

Education, Learning & Training

WelTec meeting ‘first step’ to addressing infrastructure workforce needs

Nearly 3,000 infrastructure jobs are expected in Wellington from 2025 to 2028, prompting a regional push to fill skills gaps.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Aug 2023

Disaster Recovery

Keeping the politicians honest

With the election looming, contractors warn promises will mean little unless parties fund a clear pipeline of infrastructure work.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Jul 2023

Public Sector

Stronger local government, less centralisation

Councils could gain new powers under a review urging the next Government to back localism and shared funding for infrastructure.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Jun 2023

Disaster Recovery

Infrastructure action plan brings almost nothing new to the table

Most of the Government’s 331 infrastructure actions are already underway, prompting calls for funded projects rather than more plans.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 7th Jun 2023

Data Protection

Netskope appoints Luke Healy as Public Sector Specialist

Cloud security firm Netskope expands in ANZ by providing cybersecurity protection to 36 federal and state government entities in Australia.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Jun 2023

Education, Learning & Training

Pre-election conversations we need to be having

Infrastructure New Zealand wants parties to back simpler funding, congestion charging and stronger oversight to tackle the country's infrastructure deficit.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Fri, 26th May 2023

Webinar

Big changes to common construction contract

A long-awaited overhaul of New Zealand’s most used building contract is intended to cut disputes and improve fairness across the sector.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Tue, 9th May 2023

Management

Code of Practice replaced for road work sites

Road workers and motorists could face fewer delays as traffic management shifts to site-specific risk assessments under new guidance.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 1st May 2023

Māori

Infrastructure NZ releases policy positions

With New Zealand facing a $210 billion infrastructure deficit, the lobby is urging wider use of private capital and reforms to local funding.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Mon, 1st May 2023

Supply Chain

The year that was leaves a legacy

Severe weather, Covid and inflation are worsening New Zealand’s infrastructure, emergency readiness and cost of living, with repairs set to take years.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Mon, 24th Apr 2023

DevOps

CyberCX appoints Phil Mason as CEO for UK operations

CyberCX, Australia's largest cyber security services firm, has appointed Phil Mason as the new CEO of its UK business as part of its expansion plan.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Apr 2023

Unified Communications

Google Cloud appoints Patrick Wee as Country Manager for Malaysia

Patrick Wee has been appointed as the Country Manager of Google Cloud in Malaysia to help local businesses digitally transform with cutting-edge tech.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Apr 2023