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employees value autonomy over workplace technology
Digital Transformation

employees value autonomy over workplace technology

Employees are prioritising control and flexibility, suggesting heavy investment in digital tools may not improve workplace experience on its own.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Jul 2026

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Nelson mayor reassures 'open mind' on civic centre options
Urban Planning

Nelson mayor reassures 'open mind' on civic centre options

Residents fear the council has already settled on a site for Nelson's $73 million civic centre, but Mayor Nick Smith says all options remain open.

By Max Frethey • 5 min read • Fri, 14th Aug 2026
Irish workers boost AI skills amid job security fears
Human Capital Management

Irish workers boost AI skills amid job security fears

More than two in five Irish professionals now fear AI could affect their jobs, even as most remain confident their skills will still count in three years.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Mon, 10th Aug 2026
Irish professionals boost AI skills amid job market fears
Artificial Intelligence

Irish professionals boost AI skills amid job market fears

AI worries are prompting more Irish workers to upskill as 41% fear their roles could be affected, a survey found.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Mon, 10th Aug 2026
New HQ for hybrid workforce: Atlassian Central hits milestone
Software-as-a-Service

New HQ for hybrid workforce: Atlassian Central hits milestone

Job cuts and AI investment are reshaping Atlassian's priorities, as its new Sydney tower approaches completion.

By David Shilovsky • 4 min read • Mon, 10th Aug 2026
Google tops India's most attractive employer brands
Human Capital Management

Google tops India's most attractive employer brands

Work-life balance now outweighs pay for Indian jobseekers, with 46% planning to switch employers within six months, Randstad found.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Aug 2026
The Marketing Centre bets on fractional CMO growth
Digital Transformation

The Marketing Centre bets on fractional CMO growth

Smaller businesses could gain board-level marketing expertise without full-time pay as demand grows for flexible senior leadership.

By Regine Laguilles • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Jul 2026
Logitech Father's Day guide spans work & gaming gear
Gaming

Logitech Father's Day guide spans work & gaming gear

Remote workers and gamers are the target as Logitech's Father's Day guide spans portable office tools to AUD $1,199.95 sim racing gear.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Jul 2026
Afterpay finds more Kiwis earn from multiple sources
Fintech

Afterpay finds more Kiwis earn from multiple sources

New Zealand retailers may need to rethink payday-driven sales as 40% of employed workers now draw income from multiple sources, Afterpay found.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Jul 2026
Jagex moves Cambridge HQ to Granta Park office hub
Gaming

Jagex moves Cambridge HQ to Granta Park office hub

The relocation gives the RuneScape maker a larger, sustainable base as Cambridge landlords court more than just life science tenants.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Mon, 20th Jul 2026
Westcon-Comstor earns New Zealand Great Place To Work
Hybrid Cloud

Westcon-Comstor earns New Zealand Great Place To Work

The certification comes as New Zealand tech employers battle skills shortages, with staff praising support, inclusion and career development.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Jul 2026
Australia sets up Office of AI amid trust concerns
Digital Transformation

Australia sets up Office of AI amid trust concerns

Businesses will face tighter AI scrutiny as the new Office of AI takes shape amid concerns over trust, compliance and employee impact.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Fri, 17th Jul 2026
One in five Irish workers expect AI colleagues soon
Data Protection

One in five Irish workers expect AI colleagues soon

A quarter of office staff fear losing jobs to AI, as new research suggests digital colleagues could become commonplace in Ireland within three years.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jul 2026
Indeed launches AI career scout for Australian jobseekers
Generative AI

Indeed launches AI career scout for Australian jobseekers

Australian jobseekers are being given free AI guidance as tougher labour market conditions leave many unsure which roles they can land.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Jul 2026
NannyLane launches childcare marketplace app in Australia
Fintech

NannyLane launches childcare marketplace app in Australia

Parents needing ad hoc cover can now book verified carers through an app that includes checks, reviews and live GPS tracking.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Jul 2026
Australia launches gender equity benchmark for tech
Human Capital Management

Australia launches gender equity benchmark for tech

Retention, pay transparency and flexible roles are now the key tests as employers try to keep women in technical jobs and close a widening gap.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Mon, 6th Jul 2026
Managing Psychosocial Risk Conference Change and Transformation Summit
Digital Transformation

Managing Psychosocial Risk Conference Change and Transformation Summit

Wellington delegates will hear how hybrid work and AI are reshaping mental wellbeing and change programmes across major sectors.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 5th Jul 2026
Penfold adds workplace pensions to Perkbox benefits app
Fintech

Penfold adds workplace pensions to Perkbox benefits app

Employees using Perkbox can now access workplace pensions in the same app as perks and rewards, as providers race to boost engagement.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Fri, 3rd Jul 2026