New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 108
N4L double hitter at HiTech Awards
Thu, 26th Mar 2015
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Managed Network was named a finalist for Best Public Sector Technology Solution, and N4L Pond has been named as a finalist for Innovative Initiative.
Kiwi SMEs, insure against cyber attacks or pay the price
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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Kiwi companies are underestimating the risks of cyber attacks, even though there's a growing number of incidents as threats become more sophisticated.
Nufarm NZ sales slip on weak dairy prices, drought conditions
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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Nufarm, the agricultural chemicals manufacturer, reported a 14 percent drop in its New Zealand sales as the South Island drought and the decline in gl.
NZ farmer confidence rebounds in first quarter, led by dairy farmer optimism
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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New Zealand farmer confidence rebounded in the first quarter of this year, led by improved optimism among dairy farmers.
EMC harnesses the power of big data with new solution
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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data analytics
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EMC's new big data solution, Federation Business Data Lake, to give Kiwi orgs the analytic edge from April 29.
NZ posts smaller-than-expected trade surplus in February, annual deficit at 5-year high
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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New Zealand recorded a smaller-than-expected trade surplus in February, led by declining dairy exports, while the annual deficit widened to the larges.
Update: Synlait lifts milk forecast while Fonterra reaffirms its one, trims dividend
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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Synlait Milk has increased its forecast market milk price upwards for the 2015 season to a level closer to Fonterra Cooperative Group's, which was rea.
MARKET CLOSE: NZ shares fall led by Kathmandu on weak outlook
Tue, 24th Mar 2015
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NZ shares dip as Kathmandu's grim half-year loss hints at retail turbulence; market watchers wary of recovery prospects.
NZ export log prices record first drop in eight months as Chinese inventories build
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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New Zealand export log prices dropped for the first time in eight months as shipments to China exceed demand, resulting in a build up of inventory.
Auckland Airport international passenger numbers rise 5.4% in February, on jump in Chinese
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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Auckland International Airport said international passenger numbers through New Zealand's busiest gateway rose 5.
LogRhythm ramps up channel growth; offers ‘new conversation’
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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Security intelligence company LogRhythm is in discussion with a number of local MSSPs as the vendor lures new partners.
Dick Smith ‘transformation’ continues with restructure
Fri, 20th Mar 2015
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Dick Smith takes the axe to 80 roles in a bid to slash costs for a 'sustainable future'. Restructuring set for June completion.
Petromac develops 'bent stick' device that guides wireline loggers in oil wells
Fri, 20th Mar 2015
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Petromac has developed a disruptive technology that allows oil and gas companies to get better data from wireline logging of oil wells.
APN News & Media halted for selldown amid speculation O'Brien, INM exiting
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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APN News and Media halted trading amid rumours of exits by Dennis O'Brien and Independent News - Media, with a potential A$300 million block trade looming.
NZ economy grows 0.8% in fourth quarter, on tourist spending, heated housing market
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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The New Zealand economy expanded in the fourth quarter as tourists drove growth in retailing and accommodation, and property sales increased demand fo.
GFI Software eyes up verticals; key partners
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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email security
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healthtech
GFI Software has set its focus on key verticals – and key partners – across Australia as the software company seeks to ramp up its profile locally.
NZ current account deficit widens in 4th-qtr, as foreign companies earn more
Wed, 18th Mar 2015
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New Zealand's current account deficit swells to NZD $2.6 billion in Q4, driven by higher foreign earnings from local investments amid a growing economy.
MARKET CLOSE: NZ shares fall; Meridian, MRP, Genesis decline
Tue, 17th Mar 2015
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New Zealand shares fell, paced by MightyRiverPower, Meridian Energy and Genesis Energy, as investors booked profits on companies that have driven the.
Moa sees full-year loss similar to 2014's $5.8 mln, recovery in 2016
Tue, 17th Mar 2015
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Moa Group forecasts a full-year loss similar to 2014's USD $5.8 million but expects 2016 recovery driven by cost-cutting and margin improvement.
Kiwi software tool hits multi-million milestone
Mon, 16th Mar 2015
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AddressFinder, the auto-complete tool for New Zealand street addresses, has officially been used more than 100,000,000 times by Kiwis.