How safe are digital driver's licences?
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Kiwi stories
Coroner calls on MBIE to ban tankless diving device after accidental drowning
A coroner has urged a ban on a tankless diving device after a 58-year-old Lower Hutt man died in an accidental drowning off Mana Island.
Northland emergency workshop equips older people with practical advice
Nearly 30 older residents learnt simple preparedness steps as Northland councils and emergency services urged stronger community links before disasters.
Road envy: Resident questions council call over resealing
Residents question why Whakatāne Council resurfaced one street with asphalt after saying the treatment was too costly for most roads.
Three-year high for dog attack complaints in Invercargill
Complaints have climbed to 95 in the past year, as Invercargill council warns poor dog ownership may be worsening alongside attacks.
32 crashes in six years: Roundabout to get improvements
Safety work is coming next month after 32 crashes at a Tauranga roundabout left two people seriously injured and seven more hurt.
Mum calls for mandatory e-scooter helmets after crash leaves son with fractured pelvis and memory loss
Her son's helmet likely prevented a head injury after a Greymouth e-scooter crash, as ACC payouts for such accidents keep rising.
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.
Editor Interviews
Conversations with technology leaders, founders and operators.
SiteHive gains traction with unblinking eyes on the job
Construction firms can now monitor dust, noise and weather remotely, helping avoid delays and environmental breaches across hundreds of sites.
Tue, 7th Jul 2026
Data-driven transport: The future is here
Australia's truck driver shortage is set to triple by 2029, pushing fleets towards data tools that could make autonomy viable.
Wed, 17th Jun 2026
Geotab using telematics and AI to reshape fleet management
Rising fuel costs and safety risks are pushing fleet operators to use Geotab telematics to cut idling, reroute trips and monitor fatigue.
Fri, 5th Jun 2026
Workday GO offers growth potential for mid-sized enterprises
Australian and New Zealand mid-sized firms will gain faster deployments and real-time people, payroll and finance insights from Workday GO.
Tue, 2nd Jun 2026
Expert Opinions
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When crisis communications create a second workplace crisis
Poor communication can deepen the fallout from a workplace incident, leaving employees, families and regulators without timely, accurate updates.
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Govt pushes ahead with social media ban for under-16s
The plan faces an uncertain path in Parliament, with coalition partners ACT and New Zealand First refusing support for the under-16s ban.
12 days ago
Data integration isn't enough: why healthcare data quality comes first
Incomplete records can lead to missed allergies, duplicate tests and wrong billing, making data quality more urgent than connectivity.
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International Women's Day 2026: Death by a thousand qualifications
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Weather: Heavy rain falls on lower North, upper South Island
Heavy rain and slips have closed several South Island highways, with travellers urged to delay journeys and snow also forecast.
Government road funding cuts will cost Tararua nearly $1.3M
Ratepayers face an extra NZD $1.286 million bill over three years unless Tararua's road funding cut is reversed.
Austroads releases climate adaptation guide for roads
Road agencies now have a structured way to rank climate defences as extreme weather disrupts networks and strains adaptation budgets.
ACT promises to axe millions in roadside art spending
Motorists could be spared millions in roadside sculptures and monuments, with funding redirected to road building under ACT's transport policy.
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David Shilovsky
Interview Editor
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Donovan Jackson
Interview Editor
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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Analyst Insights
Industry research and analysis from leading firms.
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.
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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
Verdantix names viAct an innovator in workplace safety
Fragmented safety alerts are pushing industrial buyers towards integrated video analytics platforms that can feed one workflow across sites.
Thu, 14th May 2026