Entries are now open for the Māori Hi-Tech Company of the Year at the 2026 NZ Hi-Tech Awards - Aotearoa’s premier celebration of technology-led innovation, impact and commercial success. Māori tech businesses — this is your moment. Step forward. If your company is Māori-owned, Māori-led, or grounded in Māori values — and you made a [...]
A new pilot programme has launched to help small businesses overcome barriers in accessing artificial intelligence tools that boost productivity and unlock growth, Small Business and Manufacturing Minister Chris Penk has announced. "Artificial intelligence is becoming part of how Kiwis work every day across many industries. It can quickly sort information, answer simple customer questions [...]
Celebrate New Zealand's tech excellence Entries are now open for the 2026 NZ Hi-Tech Awards - New Zealand's premier celebration of innovation and achievement in the technology sector. Calling all Māori tech trailblazers! If your company lives and breathes Māori heritage, ownership, or values – and has made a commercial sale in 2025 – this [...]
Applications for the Te Hangarau mō te Taiohi Scholarship are still open. Two rangatahi in either Software Engineering, Data Engineering, or Design will recieve $6,000 pūtea + mentorship. If you are a rangatahi or know one studying in these areas - get in quick as applications close 15 October at 5pm. Think about what $6000 [...]
At Auckland Start Up Week! Hear from Māori founders and leaders reimagining business through bold ideas, culture-first innovation, and a future shaped by values. MC - Dan Te Whenua Walker Attend one panel or stay for both. Panel One 11:00 AM Tam Roberts Head of Business Development, BlinkPay NZ Haylee Putaranui [...]
Webinar - eInvoicing demystified for SMEs; Level up your skills YOU'RE INVITED! Are you responsible for invoicing in your business and want to learn how switching from PDF invoices to eInvoicing can save time, reduce admin and improve cash flow? Then join this eInvoicing webinar for small and medium sized businesses on Wednesday 15th October [...]
Capturing the Local Spirit Alex & Moana Miller - Ngāti Whakaue, Ngāti Tūwharetoa & Te Pare o Hauraki Nestled at the base of Maunga Ngongotahā, with the Waiteti awa flowing gently by, you’ll find Te Whare Piringa—the creative hub of Local Gecko Productions (LGP) in Rotorua. This is where stories come alive through an indigenous [...]
Two awesome scholarship kaupapa are open right now, and there is still time to get your applications in. First up, Microsoft is offering one Māori rangatahi a $5,000 pūtea to supercharge their journey in tech or digital. Whether you are studying, training, or already working in the space, this is your chance to take your [...]
💡 Big News for Small Biz: New Zealand’s AI Strategy Opens Doors to Smarter Growth Calling all Kiwi business owners, hustlers, and innovators! The New Zealand Government recently launched the New Zealand AI Strategy, and it’s packed with opportunities for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and entrepreneurs ready to take their business to the next level. [...]
Our partners, Whāriki Māori Business Network in collaboration with Meta have announced the return of Boost with Meta. This exciting event features two tailored half-day sessions designed to empower Māori businesses, content creators, and marketing professionals to excel in the digital space. The morning session is for pakihi Māori and Māori content creators. The afternoon [...]
