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Labour's David Cunliffe on ICT
Information Communication & Technology

Labour's David Cunliffe on ICT

A long time ICT fan, David Cunliffe was keen to step back into an ICT role, taking over as Labour spokesperson when he took over the reins as Opposition leader.

By Heather Wright • 7 min read • Mon, 23rd Dec 2013
Labour pauses on DVD import proposals
Digital Entertainment

Labour pauses on DVD import proposals

Labour to adjust DVD import ban to 5 months, aiming to balance industry jobs with consumer access, Ardern reveals future expiry in 2016.

By Lachlan Hornell • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2013
Kiwi software no longer patentable
Apple

Kiwi software no longer patentable

NZ's new bill ends software patents, sparking debate. A landmark move by the government splits opinions across the tech industry.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 10th May 2013
Does the Orcon sale smack of short-term thinking?
Government

Does the Orcon sale smack of short-term thinking?

The Labour Party criticises the New Zealand government over the mysterious sale of Orcon, questioning its strategic value and the USD $30-$35m price tag.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2013
Where is our digital ambition?
Government

Where is our digital ambition?

Clare Curran calls for NZ to recognize and bolster its digital economy, critiquing current govt's passive approach.

By Sean Mitchell • 1 min read • Thu, 31st Jan 2013
Young learners losing out
EduTech

Young learners losing out

Some of our youngest learners are losing out thanks to the government's lack of progress in closing the digital divide.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Dec 2012
NZ lacks power to fix tech tax loopholes
Government

NZ lacks power to fix tech tax loopholes

NZ's efforts to close tech tax loopholes hit a wall, with IRD citing international treaties as a barrier despite calls for change.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Dec 2012
Has Adams put Chorus before consumers?
Unified Communications

Has Adams put Chorus before consumers?

Amy Adams faces backlash for prioritising Chorus and telcos over consumer savings, sparking a debate over government priorities.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Dec 2012
Key's Dotcom denial baffles Labour
Mega

Key's Dotcom denial baffles Labour

Labour's David Shearer challenges PM John Key's claim of ignorance about Kim Dotcom, sparking heated debate in New Zealand politics.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Nov 2012
Southern Cross Network denies Labour claims
Network Infrastructure

Southern Cross Network denies Labour claims

Company denies 'misleading and inaccurate media release', insisting no 'catastrophic failure' occurred on the Southern Cross Cable.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Nov 2012

Global Stories

Labour calls for 'international expert' to assess Chorus financial probe
Unified Communications

Labour calls for 'international expert' to assess Chorus financial probe

An international expert should be brought in to conduct the independent assessment of Chorus' financial position, according to opposition party Labour.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2013
Should govt listen to the copper tax campaign?
Unified Communications

Should govt listen to the copper tax campaign?

Labour calls for halt on 'copper tax', claiming it unjustly enriches Chorus at Kiwis' expense, raising broadband bills by $150 annually.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2013
Is the govt shutting down more bad broadband news?
Unified Communications

Is the govt shutting down more bad broadband news?

Labour accuses govt of concealing poor broadband roll-out progress, as subcontractors face millions in unpaid work.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2013
I see your malware, and I raise you a cyber attack
Malware

I see your malware, and I raise you a cyber attack

Malware this, cyber attack that, just another normal day in New Zealand's ICT industry according to the Labour Party.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Feb 2013
Great job team, now you're fired
Unified Communications

Great job team, now you're fired

Telecom to cut hundreds of jobs following revenue dip, CEO stresses need to remain competitive. Do you agree with the cuts?.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Feb 2013
New cable blows govt arguments away - Labour
Unified Communications

New cable blows govt arguments away - Labour

The new undersea cable between Auckland and Sydney proves that a second cable is necessary to increase competition.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Feb 2013
Labour backs telco data roaming rates
Unified Communications

Labour backs telco data roaming rates

Horrendous data-roaming costs to Kiwis travelling overseas just got a lot more affordable according to Labour.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 11th Dec 2012
Bill establishes Special Inquiry into data breaches
Labour

Bill establishes Special Inquiry into data breaches

Electronic Data Safety Bill will establish a Special Commission of Inquiry into the spate of disastrous data breaches across government.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 20th Nov 2012