# ManawaTech > Energising the Manawatū Tech Ecosystem ## Posts - [Latest Cybersecurity News](https://manawa.tech/latest-cybersecurity-news/): Yorb is aware of a multi-stage phishing campaign currently impacting New Zealand organisations. Compromised email accounts are being used by attackers to send phishing emails. This makes it look like it originates from trusted or known contacts . These phishing emails are being sent via Microsoft sharing invitations. The attacker gains access to a compromised email account, uploads a malicious file to their Microsoft OneDrive/SharePoint , and shares this out to the all the compromised accounts contacts. What to look for: This email is from a known contact or vendor you may deal with every now and again The email […] ## Pages - [Member Only Resources](https://manawa.tech/member-only-resources/): Internship guide This document is a comprehensive guide for IT businesses in the Manawatu region on how to effectively implement and manage internship programs. It covers the benefits of internships, where to find interns, setting goals and expectations, selecting suitable projects, and providing a structured and supportive environment for interns. Salary Survey Results 2023 This report provides insights from the 2023 Manawatū Tech Salary Survey, conducted by Robyn Young HR and Manawatech, highlighting key trends in remuneration, recruitment, gender, and flexible working within the local tech industry. The data is anonymized to protect individual privacy and includes detailed breakdowns by […] - [Jobs](https://manawa.tech/jobs/) - [Resources](https://manawa.tech/resources/): Resources for Primary and Secondary Schools ManawaTech believes it is very important to support the next generation in Tech careers. We’ve pulled together a list of local events, resources, and support for Digital Technologies teachers and students. Member-only resources ManawaTech has pulled together some resources specifically for our members. Skills (SFIA) Assessment The Skills Framework for the Information Age (SFIA) is a globally recognized framework that defines and categorizes skills required by professionals in information and communication technology. Use our free tool to assess yourself. Education Opportunities UCol Ucol offers courses that combine IT skills and practical experience to ensure […] - [Member-only](https://manawa.tech/membership/member-only-resources/): Job Seekers Mentoring Contractors My Profile Company Employers - [Newsletter](https://manawa.tech/news-events/newsletter/) - [Awards](https://manawa.tech/community/awards/): 2024 Fourneau Innovation Award: Croptide. 2023 Rangitikei Business Awards: Best Employer: PEC. Reseller News Innovation Award: Advantage. Sentinel One Partner of the Year: Advantage. Asia Pacific Japan Youth Programme of the Year: The Brave Venture. 2022 CEO of the Year 2022: Shareena Sandbrook: Frog Parking. Chillisoft: Cybersecurity project of the year: Advantage. CyberArk: Partner of the Year: Advantage. Deloitte Fast 50: Fastest Growing AgriTech Business: Levno. Eset: Partner of the Year: Advantage. HRD Awards: Employer of Choice < 200 staff: Author-it Software Co. (ASC). LogRhythm: NZ Partner of the Year: Advantage. RegTech: Excellence in Government: Objective. Reseller News: Regional Innovation: Advantage. TIN Supreme Scale Up: Author-it Software Co. (ASC). 2021 Deloitte Fast 50: Fastest Growing AgriTech […] - [Stories & Podcasts](https://manawa.tech/news-events/podcasts/) - [Local Groups](https://manawa.tech/community/local-communities/): The Manawatu is host to many communities of discipline specialists who meet regularly. Our communities cover a wide range of specialised interests in the local tech industry. Some meet monthly, some are quarterly, and some are a little more informally. Meeting with others is a great way to pick up new skills, find help with tricky problems, and meet interesting people. Networking is a great way to find a job because many are not listed publicly. - [Mentoring](https://manawa.tech/community/mentoring/): ManawaTech offers a local mentoring program to members. Types of mentoring offered: Thanks to Digital Skills Agency for sponsoring the mentoring program. Find a Mentor Register on our site to create a Mentee Profile. You can describe a bit about yourself and what you are looking for. Expect to meet with your mentor monthly for 6-12 months (or more often, or for longer as needed). Mentors are screened and receive training to ensure both of you have quality interaction. We may match individuals as new mentors are approved, or may hold “mix and match” events where a number of mentors and mentees are […] - [Resources for Schools](https://manawa.tech/community/resources-for-schools/): ManawaTech believes it is very important to support the next generation in Tech careers. We’ve pulled together a list of local events, resources, and support for Digital Technologies teachers and students. Tech competitions Events Teacher Support Mentoring Gateway / Work / Internships Awards Please Contact Us if there is something else you think we should add - [Join](https://manawa.tech/membership/join/): Your annual membership helps us keep doing what we do. Our list of Member Benefits is growing regularly as we find more ways to support the tech ecosystem. Company Membership Company membership gives you and your staff access to a range of benefits ManawaTech is industry-led and industry-funded. It keeps us focussed on meeting our aims. Your membership provides direct benefits to you. It also helps build and support the local tech community. Pricing is based on the size of your company (number of “tech” employees) $350/year for up to 3 people, then $100 per FTE up to a maximum of $1,850/year. Prices exclude […] - [Students](https://manawa.tech/membership/students/): Our vision To raise student awareness of the opportunities ManawaTech provides and support student success through a community of students. What ManawaTech Students can do for you Being part of our community will put you in touch with the right people to help you with… The Student community is here to support you in your journey to become the the best techie you can be! All tertiary students welcome! If you’re not in the Manawatu, you can still join us and reap the benefits of online learning events and community support. Our Student Leaders Claire and Matt are both Bachelor of Information […] - [Contact Us](https://manawa.tech/about/contact-us/): Have a question? We’d love to have a conversation with you. Send us an email, give us a call, or jump on our social media. - [Our People](https://manawa.tech/about/our-people/): Aaron Fulton Aaron is the part-time Executive Officer of ManawaTech. Aaron is the go-to person for all things ManawaTech. When Benji is not working for ManawaTech he is running his own business webToLife Software or startup doop. Benji Prichard Benji (through the Factory) offers some relationship support to ManawaTech. ManawaTech is governed by a board who are elected at the AGM each year. ManawaTech also employ one staff member part-time to be the person on the ground getting stuff done. Meet the team. Michael Davis Michael is one of the co-chairs of ManawaTech. Having previously been CTO of a local […] - [Latest News](https://manawa.tech/news-events/): Community Events - [About](https://manawa.tech/about/): Drive Lead and actively deliver programmes of work that move our region forward. Top hubs Be recognised as a go-to NZ tech centre. Tech innovation Grow and create technology-driven products, services, and opportunities within our local businesses. Entrepreneurship Support founders and new ventures to start, run, and thrive. Career growth Back people at every stage: students, juniors, seniors, and business owners. How we do this Support Tech Businesses Increase Reputation and Recognition Grow People - [Our Members](https://manawa.tech/membership/) - [Community](https://manawa.tech/community/): Our Members There are many websites singing the virtues of living here: they do it better than we can, so here is a list:ManawatuNZ: Find out what it’s like to live and work here; our welcoming and friendly communities, work-life balance, education opportunities, suburbs and housing, central location, natural wonders, sports and recreation and more.Palmerston North City Council: actively supports a ton of community events and initiatives. Check out the Palmy Proud magazineCEDA: works to support the economic growth of the region, attract people and investmentThe Factory, Food HQ and Sprout AgriTech are fostering startups, running hackathons, and mentoring the […] - [Home](https://manawa.tech/): Are you looking for tech services? Support the businesses that support you. Local tech providers keep your systems humming and your community strong. Our local tech businesses provide a wide range of services so meet all kinds of needs. or if you need some help about a specific challenge, drop us a line and we’ll help connect you. Members News & Events Community Our Members [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)