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EE offers free contract to help UK families manage phone use

Sat, 16th Aug 2025
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EE launches a free P.H.O.N.E. Contract to help nearly four million UK families set smartphone rules and ease device-related arguments.
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UK kids bypass online controls, widening family digital divide

Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
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Over half of UK parents say their children can bypass online controls, exposing a widening digital gap in managing screen time and internet safety at home.
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Technology feeds curiosity - and it needs inquisitive women

Sat, 8th Mar 2025
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On International Women's Day, a women in tech shares her passion for STEM, encouraging others to embrace their curiosity and creativity in a dynamic industry.
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IWD 2025: What I am (or hope to be) instilling in the next generation

Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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As International Women's Day approaches, a parent reflects on instilling crucial life values in her children, emphasising respect, experience, and diverse perspectives.
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Steve Nadin joins Brainstorm as a Functional Consultant

Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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Steve Nadin, a seasoned supply chain consultant, has joined Brainstorm, eager to leverage his extensive experience in driving operational enhancements.
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Location-sharing tech to help back-to-school stress

Fri, 30th Aug 2024
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New research by Life360 reveals over 50% of UK parents find September's back-to-school period highly stressful, with children ignoring calls cited as a key concern.
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Genea Fertility & GoCardless offer new IVF payment methods

Thu, 4th Apr 2024
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Pioneering fertility treatment provider Genea Fertility partners with payment company GoCardless to offer flexible payment options, making IVF and egg freezing more accessible to Australians.
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IWD 2024: Take the fear factor out and ask for support

Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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Female leaders break barriers and redefine tech sector - experts from Eagle Eye emphasise diversity and female empowerment in the workplace for progress acceleration.
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IWD 2024: Championing women in cybersecurity every step of the way

Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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Amid a push for diversity in cybersecurity, experts highlight four key strategies to support women, potentially unlocking an additional $400 billion annually for the IT sector.
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Manhattan Associates Australia acclaimed as top workplace

Mon, 19th Feb 2024
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Manhattan Associates Australia lauded as a great workplace according to the Great Place to Work Trust Index© Survey, a testament to its quality workplace culture and employee engagement.
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Keeper Security introduces dark mode for Android users

Wed, 29th Nov 2023
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Keeper Security now offers a tailored user experience with a dark mode option for its Android platform.
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Valocity Australia appoints Will Ryan & Maya Dekanovic as CEO & customer success director

Fri, 22nd Jul 2022
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Valocity Australia appoints Will Ryan as CEO & Maya Dekanovic as customer success director, leveraging their experience in providing data solutions.
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Brother New Zealand appoints Manuel Efaraimo as chief operating officer

Fri, 27th May 2022
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After 2 decades in business, Manuel Efaraimo is appointed as COO. His culture and experience will drive Brother to new levels of excellence.
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Malcolm Benjamin: A true gentleman, loyal as they come

Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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Telecommunications stalwart Malcolm Benjamin, who lost his battle with cancer on Saturday, is being remembered as a loyal, genuine 'true gentleman'.
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Vaughan Nankivell: A man who was passionate in all he did

Tue, 31st Jan 2017
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Vaughan Nankivell is being remembered as a man who threw himself into life and was passionate about all he did.
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Brennan IT mourns the tragic passing of Robert Tinning

Tue, 26th Jul 2016
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Hardware and software practice manager at Brennan IT, Robert Tinning, has sadly passed away, leaving behind a well-respected legacy in the tech industry.
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New app sends last known locations

Tue, 31st May 2016
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The app sends out notifications of last known locations once a battery goes flat, with the developers choosing tech friendly NZ to make their debut.
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Job Well Done: Making child’s play of household chores

Mon, 18th Apr 2016
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A team from Startup Weekend Dunedin has created a game to make household chores fun and rewarding for kids and parents.
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No Joy in Joy: 124 minutes of mess

Thu, 17th Dec 2015
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Jennifer Lawrence barely saves 'No Joy in Joy,' an overwrought film saved from chaos by her resilient performance.
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Fliway to raise up to $50 mln in first NZ IPO of the year

Thu, 26th Feb 2015
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Fliway Group, the transport and logistics group, will seek up to $50 million in New Zealand's first initial public offering of the year, with a sale e.