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Global work-related accidents and injuries cost billions

Work-related illness and injury are stripping 3.9 per cent from global GDP each year, as poor safety measures carry a heavy economic toll.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Sep 2017

Green Party

Deaf New Zealanders at risk in medical emergencies

Only eight of 20 district health boards can guarantee round-the-clock sign language access, leaving deaf patients exposed in emergencies.

By Geoff • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Mar 2017

Human rights

Hearing Week spurs calls for better access

Disabled New Zealanders could gain wider access to jobs and services if proposed law introduced mandatory minimum accessibility standards.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Feb 2017

Digital Entertainment

Countdown begins for Nethui 2012

Last year's event was a sell-out; register now to have your say on topics like the digital divide, copyright, and making the most of online opportunities.

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

UN: Forced 'net disconnection violates civil rights

A UN report on the right to freedom of expression calls the denial of internet service a violation of civil rights.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 20th May 2011

Human Capital Management

KNOWLEDGE = PROFIT

$1.7 billion dollars could be saved by New Zealand businesses each year through investing in digital skills training for staff, says report.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Mar 2010

Global Stories

Human rights stories

Data Analytics

Ministry of Social Development: Is it right to use data just because there's access to it?

New framework introduced by Minister for Social Development in New Zealand to ensure privacy and human rights are considered in government initiatives.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Thu, 10th May 2018