Earlier this month, BNZ released its Digital skills for life in Aotearoa report, acknowledging that “too many New Zealanders still sit on the digital divide.”
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Techweek 2021: five free events showcasing the future of tech
Here are five FREE Techweek events around the country showcasing some of the exciting innovations that could change the way we live and work in the future.
Read More »Calculating the risk of co-signing a loan
People are being urged to check, double check and triple check any lending agreements they’re co-signing for whānau or friends, as tighter lending controls for Aotearoa near. The Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act (CCCFA) comes into force on 1 October 2021. This will bring a new level of scrutiny …
Read More »Four NZ-made apps that could help improve your everyday health
With Techweek NZ kicking off this weekend, we’re continuing our celebration of all things techy. In this blog, we explore some Kiwi-made apps that could help improve your day to day health and wellbeing.
Read More »Covid-19 vaccine update: May 2021
May 2021 marks the beginning of third phase of the vaccine rollout. This means if you’re aged 65 or older, have relevant underlying health conditions or are disabled, you can expect to receive your vaccine from this month.
Read More »New Zealand’s pension ranked eighth best in the world
Visual Capitalist, an online business and investment website based in Canada, released a report late last year comparing pensions plans around the world, to showcase which countries are best equipped to support their older citizens. So how did New Zealand fare? The study used data from Melbourne Mercer Global Pension …
Read More »Techweek 2021: everyday tech events for everyday people
Here’s a list of FREE Techweek events around the country that have been designed specifically to help people use day-to-day digital technology.
Read More »Theatre review: Gladys and Daphne, Lyttleton Arts Factory (Christchurch)
I’d recommend it if you want to take your mum or dad out – but be quick – this week is the final week.
Read More »Steps to help you save money this winter (Part One)
Joseph Darby, CEO and Financial Adviser at Milestone Direct Limited, shares some tips to help you save money this winter in the first of a two-part series.
Read More »Thumbs up or thumbs down for digital tech? How Covid has changed the way we use technology
Running from May 22-30, Techweek is a nationwide series of events, showcasing New Zealand innovation. It’s not just for tech savvy people or those working in the industry the either – the festival includes events for people of all interest and abilities. To celebrate Techweek, blogs this month will focus on …
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