Tait & Zetron complete New Zealand safety radio rollout
about 2 hours agoEmergency dispatchers across New Zealand now have a common console platform as the final stage of the public safety radio rollout nears completion.
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Six people treated for heat amid warning One NZ stadium's temps 'jump around dramatically'
Six spectators needed treatment as sweltering conditions inside Christchurch's One New Zealand Stadium raised fears for fans and workers alike.
McKay completes waterfront lighting upgrade in Wellington
Visitors to Wellington's waterfront will see brighter paths and programmable event lighting after McKay finished the Te Papa and Taranaki upgrade by 7 March.
Sand-related toys will need to be tested for asbestos before being sold in New Zealand
Parents will face tighter checks on children's toys after a recall of contaminated products exposed more than 45,000 items to asbestos risk.
Waiouru fire spreads over 3800ha, South Island blaze contained
Easing winds and light rain have helped firefighters slow the Waiouru blaze, which now covers 3,800 hectares and may take days to contain.
Brand new Waitākere Hospital intensive care unit sitting empty
West Auckland patients will still be sent elsewhere as the new six-bed intensive care unit at Waitākere Hospital remains unopened without staff or funding.
Without 3G 'rural mobile coverage has gone backwards'
A new report says many farmers now struggle to reach 111 after 3G was switched off, intensifying risks on remote properties.
How working at height rules evolved in NZ
New guidance puts employers on notice that falls below three metres can still be fatal, tightening duties on planning and controls.
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Float: Exposing the hidden costs of insurance premiums
Policyholders could save thousands as Float says hidden commissions of 15% to 25% and admin-heavy renewals are inflating premiums.
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Futureproofing RNZ's infrastructure
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Blackline Safety wins second Firehouse Innovation Award
Fire departments are adopting connected monitors faster, with Blackline saying its fire-hazmat customer base has risen 42% to more than 500 worldwide.
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Vector launches AI scenario simulator for workplace training
Nearly 1 million learners a year will get more interactive compliance training, as selected courses gain adaptive scenarios that respond in real time.
Women in tech face rising discrimination, ISACA finds
Widening workplace inequality is prompting concern over retention, after a global survey found 47% of women in tech faced gender discrimination.
Asia-Pacific employers want more checks on safety workers
More than two-thirds of energy and mining employers in Asia-Pacific say they need extra checks before taking on workers from nearby sectors.
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Donovan Jackson
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Fascinated by the technology industry after a visit to a Computer Faire in 1998, Donovan Jackson first worked as a public relations consultant for enterprise software and hardware distribution companies in 2000, then as a journalist for IDG-affiliated channel and trade publications, and as a producer of commercial content as an agency owner through the 2000s and 2010s. He has served as ITBrief editor in the last days of the printed magazine, and has a long association with IndustrialDay as a contributor to special projects. Donovan has wide interests spanning technology, philosophy, bicycles, literature, psychology, motorcycles, travel, geography, history, general knowledge, and various combinations of these and other subjects.
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Wrike named Gartner leader for fourth straight year
The recognition could help Wrike win larger enterprise contracts as buyers favour governed AI tools that fit existing workflows and compliance controls.
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Workplace safety market set to hit USD $42.96 billion
Employers are boosting spending on digital tools and training as safety moves from compliance to a driver of productivity and retention.
Mon, 3rd Aug 2026
Gartner sees finance talent shift towards digital skills
Automation could shrink entry-level finance roles as Gartner says 20% of firms will pour all talent spend into advanced digital skills by 2028.
Fri, 3rd Jul 2026
Sphera named Verdantix leader in process safety software
Verdantix's latest ranking underscores buyer demand for integrated systems, as AI and broader risk management weigh more heavily in software selection.
Tue, 30th Jun 2026