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Lumen Technologies enhances cybersecurity amid rising threats

Thu, 16th May 2024
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Amid increasing cyber threats in Singapore, Lumen Technologies enhances defences with an Advanced Managed Detection and Response solution, strengthening enterprise security.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Poly?

Wed, 5th May 2021
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Poly is a global outfitter of pro-grade audio and video products, focusing on personal and group communication systems and solutions.
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Cyclone named essential NZ supplier for online learning devices

Thu, 2nd Apr 2020
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The Ministry of Education has recognised Cyclone as a key supplier for devices essential to online learning, driving the creation of a dedicated online store.
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No Prime Minister's education award for tech this year

Mon, 15th May 2017
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Tech-focused education prize absent from Prime Minister's Education Excellence Awards, but Ministry of Education assures support for digital innovation.
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Papatoetoe school next in line for big govt upgrade

Tue, 20th Sep 2016
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Papatoetoe Central School in Auckland set to undergo $4.2 million upgrade as part of city-wide education improvements.
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Waiheke schools in line for massive govt investment

Thu, 4th Aug 2016
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Two schools on Waiheke Island set to receive $40m investment for infrastructure rebuild and upgrade, says Education Minister Hekia Parata.
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$8 million put aside for Newmarket School

Mon, 18th Jul 2016
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Government allocates $8m redevelopment funding for Newmarket School in Auckland as part of plan to accommodate growing roll.
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Ministry announces extension of Teacher-Led Innovation Fund

Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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The Ministry of Education will extend funding for the Teacher-Led Innovation Fund for another two years, according to Education Minister Hekia Parata.
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Modular classrooms prove a hit

Tue, 7th Jun 2016
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The Ministry's first new modular building has arrived in New Plymouth, receiving high praise from Vogeltown School.
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Green Party calls out Education Minister over ECE push

Tue, 3rd May 2016
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Green Party criticizes Government's push for increased participation in early childhood education, claiming it puts children at risk.
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Christchurch schooling network set to be most modern

Mon, 18th Apr 2016
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The Ministry of Education has announced the official opening of the 416.8 million West Rolleston Primary School.
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Education Minister launches digital resource to strengthen Te Reo Māori

Mon, 18th Apr 2016
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Parata has launched a new digital graphic novel aimed to strengthen recognition of the Māori language, culture and history.
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Wellington school to undergo major $9 million redevelopment

Wed, 24th Feb 2016
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Historic Thorndon School set for a $9m revamp, with innovative learning spaces and new library to enrich education.
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Govt gives update on ChCh school network

Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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UK Government applauds those who have supported Christchurch's education system in the wake of the 2011 earthquake.
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One class school gets early connection to Wi-Fi

Tue, 12th Jan 2016
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Remote West Coast school Barrytown now has wireless internet access in its classrooms as the Ministry of Education stepped in ahead of UFB update.
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$8.5 million revamp for Wellington school

Mon, 14th Dec 2015
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The focus of the redevelopment will be on creating an innovative learning environment, with the latest IT infrastructure to support digital learning.
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Novopay 'fiasco' still not over, says Labour

Wed, 23rd Sep 2015
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Labour Party criticizes Government over Novopay, as Ministry of Education considers debt collectors for overpayments. Problems with company still not resolved.
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Million dollar website for Ministry of Education

Thu, 30th Jul 2015
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The Ministry of Education has consolidated its three major education websites into the education.govt.nz site, launched in June, at a cost of $1.2m.
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Partner centric network monitoring tool coming from Allied Telesis

Fri, 17th Jul 2015
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Allied Telesis launches Net.Health to tackle complex network monitoring for educational institutions and businesses in NZ.
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Enthusiasm for the Teacher-led Innovation Fund huge, says Ministry of Education

Fri, 17th Jul 2015
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Teacher-led Innovation Fund receives overwhelming support, with $2.7m already funded in first round. Stay tuned for Round 2 applications.