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Cities will become more desirable when IoT takes hold

Safer streets and lower running costs are among the gains researchers say connected sensors could bring to New Zealand's urban centres.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 9th Jul 2017

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Massey Uni's new ecentre chief wants to “walk the talk'

Massey University ecentre's new CEO plans to expand and innovate the business incubator's services to reach more people in the entrepreneurial community.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Fri, 30th Jun 2017

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Tokelau's education system to be brought into 21st Century

Education in the remote Tokelau atolls is being modernised with the help of Massey University, bringing the nation's schools into the digital age.

By Matthew Bain • 3 min read • Wed, 17th May 2017

University of Canterbury

Situation bad and getting worse, latest report reveals

Freshwater quality is deteriorating across New Zealand, with half of monitored river sites showing rising nitrogen and native fish at risk.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Fri, 28th Apr 2017

Risk & Compliance

Recent cyclones signal need for better planning

Flood-hit communities are being urged to plan for rising sea levels and more frequent extremes as experts warn current rules lag behind climate risk.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Tue, 18th Apr 2017

Government Communications Security Bureau

New Zealand book tackles local and global cyber security policy

A new book by Massey University Press delves into the state of cyber security in New Zealand and aims to encourage discussion on the topic.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Apr 2017

Risk & Compliance

Improving learning from workplace incidents

Dairy farms are missing safety lessons because staff underreport incidents, fear blame and fail to follow up on fixes, researchers found.

By Geoff • 5 min read • Mon, 27th Mar 2017

Hybrid & Remote Work

To sit, or not to sit – that is the question ……

Reduced sitting at work may improve health and productivity, as a New Zealand study finds adjustable desks boost movement without more tiredness.

By Geoff • 7 min read • Wed, 15th Mar 2017

Data Protection

Massey Uni expert: Secure internet? It's just salesmanship - we're more at risk than ever

Kiwis need to prioritize security over features, says Massey University cybersecurity expert. Personal data vulnerability a major concern.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Nov 2016

Entrepreneur

New program launched to support new entrepreneurs and migrants in NZ

A new program has been launched to support new entrepreneurs and migrants in establishing their first business in New Zealand.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Sep 2016

Robotics

The robots are coming! Shouldn't Kiwis be more worried?

Massey University research tackled the robotic elephant in the room, in a study that explores the potential impacts new technologies have on society.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Jun 2016

Software-as-a-Service

Massey University to transform ICT delivery with Axios partnership

The university utilise Axios' SaaS-based system, with the aim of enhancing the learning experience for its on-campus & distance-learning communities.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 26th May 2016

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Auckland North gears up to become world-class innovation hub

Auckland North sets sights on becoming a global innovation nexus, with backing from Massey Uni, ATEED, and BNZ to fuel its vision.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 25th May 2016

Social Media

The internet: One stop drug shop?

Drug control has a new enemy as more people turn to the internet to buy and sell drugs, according to a recent study from Massey University.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 20th Apr 2016

EduTech

New Zealand's top schools to study IT revealed

NZ's elite computing degrees achieve industry acclaim, promising global recognition and solid IT career foundations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Apr 2016

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Phonics more important than ever in a digital age

Massey University children's literacy specialist Tom Nicholson discusses how spelling is even more relevant in a digital age than ever before.

By Tom Nicholson • 5 min read • Mon, 12th Jun 2017

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Are digital devices impacting tertiary students' eyesight?

New data shows that almost half of tertiary students in New Zealand have undiagnosed vision conditions, likely due to heavy digital device use.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Wed, 7th Jun 2017

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Success with te reo app means more resources are coming

James Porter and team have launched a successful te reo app, 'He aha tēnei?', with more resources on the way, helping children learn Māori language and culture.

By Matthew Bain • 3 min read • Tue, 9th May 2017