Wednesday, July 22, 2026

85% of US Organizations Have Questioned Business Decisions Based on Analytics Data, New Research Finds

Adam Taylor, CEO of Matomo

Adam Taylor, CEO of Matomo

Matomo study reveals a growing “trust gap” in web analytics as AI increases pressure on data quality, transparency and control

AI isn't replacing the fundamentals of analytics. It is exposing them. Businesses need accurate, and trustworthy analytics. Those that build trust into their analytics will make better decisions”
— Adam Taylor, CEO of Matomo

AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND, July 21, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Key findings include:
• 85% have questioned business decisions based on analytics data.
• 70% say AI traffic is very important.

Nominate a student for the 2026 Wellington Airport Spirit Awards


Wellington, New Zealand -
According to Wellington Airport, Over the past 19 years Wellington Airport have recognised 97 outstanding local students who have gone above and beyond to provide service to their school and community through the Wild at Heart Spirit Awards.

We are pleased to again be celebrating the achievements of outstanding rangatahi with the

Working smarter not harder: Productivity without the burnout


From Wellington Libraries, There's an art to getting things done without being stressed. This week our blog looks at increasing productivity by working more effectively

Productivity, according to the NZ Treasury, is New Zealand's biggest economic challenge.

Productivity and labour force participation are the key drivers of economic performance, higher wages and higher living standards.

Our capacity to raise our standard of living depends on our ability to raise output per

Matariki me Puanga 2026: School Holidays Wrap-Up!


From Wellington Libraries: We had a lovely time celebrating Matariki me Puanga over the winter school holidays. Let's take a moment to look back at all the brilliant creations and special experiences from those who joined us.

Kia ora koutou tamariki & whānau! We hope you all had a remarkable and restful school holiday, that you enjoyed reading wonderful Matariki pukapuka, and attending some of our Mānawatia a Matariki me Puanga events! If you visited the library to search for whetū amongst the shelves, build with LEGO®, watch a performance, make a Matariki or Puanga-inspired craft, or listen to some stories, thank you for coming along to your local whare pukapuka and halping make our Mānawatia a Matariki me Puanga programme so special.

Our Matariki me Puanga Reading Challenge is still on-going, so you can head over to Beanstack to sign up and continue to keep Matariki me Puanga in your thoughts until the end of August.

To find out about our regular programmes, special events, and other holiday happenings, you can sign up for our Kids and Families newsletter, or make sure to keep an eye-out on our kids’ stories, our Facebook page, or our events calendar.

We would also like to extend particular thanks to the wonderful rangatahi of Wellington Youth Improv for their hilarious performances!

Now let's look through some of the highlights from all our school holiday events for tamariki and rangatahi!

Rock legends and local talent take stage for Go Live


Christchurch, New Zealand - 
Emerging talents will share the limelight with New Zealand rock legends at the sixth annual Go Live Festival in August.

Singer-songwriter CAITLIN (aka Caitlin Bradley) is making waves in the indie-rock scene with her sharp lyricism and infectious energy.

A rising live draw, CAITLIN has played headline shows across New Zealand, performed

Christchurch City Council goes solar


Christchurch, New Zealand - 
Solar panels lining the top of Christchurch Art Gallery are set to save $32,000 a year in electricity.

As part of Christchurch City Council’s electrification programme, 488 new solar panels have been installed on the roof of the Gallery.

Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger said he’s thrilled to see the Council investing in solar

Domestic cement production secured

The Government is acting to maintain New Zealand’s ongoing domestic cement manufacturing capacity and ensure our economy remains resilient to global supply chain shocks.

“We have agreed to grant Golden Bay Cement (GBC) up to $60m to continue cement manufacturing at its Whangarei plant, maintain domestic clinker manufacturing capability, and undertake at least $150m in investments needed to support cost-effective domestic cement production through to at least 2040.”

“Ministers were advised that due to rising costs Fletcher Building Limited was considering