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World’s tallest wooden office building for Wellington?

The 52-metre scheme would replace the Leader’s Building and could briefly make central Wellington home to a record-breaking timber tower.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 13th Aug 2017

Self-driving cars

Tailgating causing many crashes, research reveals

One in two drivers fail to leave a safe gap, raising rear-end crash risk and pointing to a need for clearer road safety messaging.

By Geoff • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Jul 2017

Energy efficient

25 King takes the sustainable construction crown

The Brisbane tower’s timber frame is expected to cut carbon emissions and set a new benchmark for large-scale office developments.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 27th Jun 2017

Data Analytics

Siemens acquires leading rail data company

It boosts Siemens’ predictive maintenance push, as the deal with MRX Technologies aims to cut rail delays and lift asset availability.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 26th Jun 2017

Health and Safety

Airborne viruses live for longer than expected

Hospital infection controls may need updating after researchers found some cough-borne bacteria can stay airborne for up to 45 minutes.

By Geoff • 3 min read • Sun, 25th Jun 2017

Road Safety

Are drivers being told too much?

A QUT simulator study found triple overhead signs on freeways do not impair driving, easing safety concerns and helping road authorities cut costs.

By Geoff • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Jun 2017

Data collection

Hard helmets for horsey kids?

A Queensland study says headgear for children should be mandatory around horses after finding helmets cut traumatic brain injuries and hospital stays.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Apr 2017

Disaster Recovery

What to do in a disaster – a guide for health professionals

A new guide aims to help doctors and nurses share a common language as disasters push health systems to respond and recover faster.

By Geoff • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Mar 2017

Power / Energy

Meridian Energy abandons QLD hyrdo plans on 'puzzling' Australian stance

Meridian Energy, the partially privatised electricity generator and retailer, has abandoned plans for a Queensland hydro power project, blaming the.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Dec 2014

Data Analytics

Damar eyes NZ growth

Infor has signed a deal with New Zealand manufacturing company Damar Industries to support growth and acquisitions across the local market.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 1st Jun 2010

FTC

Huge fine for Kiwi spammer

Kiwi spammer Lance Atkinson fined USD $15.15 million by a US judge for leading an international spam network, plus additional penalties for associates.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Dec 2009

Global Stories

Queensland stories

Partner Programmes

'Largest data migration in Queensland's history' complete

Interactive has taken Flight Centre on 'the largest data migration in Queensland history' as part of a new outsourcing deal.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Dec 2015

Health Technologies

New Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise leadership team set to grow channel ANZ success

Alcatel-Lucent bolsters Enterprise team in Australia and New Zealand amid growing demand for cloud-based collaboration and network solutions.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2014

IT services

NZ-owned Fronde acquires Aussie OnlineOne

Wellington-based ICT company says deal will allow leverage of NetSuite capability into the New Zealand market.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 1st May 2013

Customer Relationship Management

Enabling expands Australian offices

Enabling expands its footprint in Australia, opening a new office in Perth and integrating Magni in Brisbane, to meet growing demand for IT solutions.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Feb 2013