We’ve got the the National Broadband Map available as a “Web Widget”. This means that some of the functionality of the National Broadband Map can be extended out across other websites simply by embedding a simple piece of HTML code in a web page.
In the case below we are showing schools in Invercargill, schools being […]
Category Archives: News
Just what is ‘identity’?
July 9, 2008 – 12:35 pm
As a term that most of us find intuitively easy to define, it turns out that getting a precise and generally accepted definition of the term ‘identity’ is far from easy.
The first question of course is whether it’s even worth the effort to try and get a precise definition. I think the answer is ‘yes’ […]
A report on the progress of New Zealand e-government
June 19, 2008 – 10:45 am
When was the last time you asked the question, “How well is e-government in New Zealand doing?”
If you are the average Bill or Moana who is not a public servant, maybe you never have. You would most likely remember government only when you have some form of direct contact with agencies—for immigration, health or […]
Calling Beta Testers - National Broadband Map
May 22, 2008 – 11:39 am
We’re not too far off from going to private beta of the new National Broadband Map and we’re welcoming anybody who wants a sneak preview to be a beta tester. It will be an informal testing process and it would be great if you could let us know if you have any issues or suggestions. […]
Technically Creative
May 20, 2008 – 3:51 pm
Behind the scenes we’ve kicked off the design of the website that will surround the National Broadband Map. This is an interesting part of any web project and can be a welcome diversion from the more technical aspects. This is where we are creating the look and feel of the website, it’s where we’re working […]
Navigating the social media landscape
May 6, 2008 – 5:51 pm
On the 27th of May, the State Services Commission will host a workshop (at Archives New Zealand):
May 27, 2008 11–1pm – Navigating the social media landscape– at Archives New Zealand, 10 Mulgrave Street, Wellington
A workshop for people in the New Zealand public sector, who are seeking to build a basic understanding of:
-social media and social […]
The National Broadband Map
April 24, 2008 – 2:32 pm
The National Broadband Map was launched in November 2007 at the Digital Future Summit 2.0 as a public beta. It exists to comprehensively map broadband demand across the government sector and in conjunction with telecommunications operators to map broadband supply; initially high speed, symmetrical networks.
Since its launch we have been working behind the scenes on […]
Participate in the Draft Digital Strategy 2.0 online discussion
April 17, 2008 – 3:42 pm
This is a guest post from Zara Lynch of the Ministry of Economic Development, as the Digital Strategy aligns closely with our own work.
Hi there, Zara here from the Digital Development Team at the Ministry of Economic Development.
The Draft Digital Strategy 2.0 was released for public comment on Monday 14 April. It is a […]
igovt public consultation
April 17, 2008 – 2:20 pm
There were so many insights from attending focus groups during the igovt public consultation that it’s hard to pick just one. Certainly, one that made a lasting impression was a lady with a disability who spoke emotively about how the service would make a huge positive difference for her in getting services from government. For […]
GOVIS miniConference in May
April 4, 2008 – 5:24 pm
There are many opportunities in the next 7-8 weeks to keep informed and to network. As well as the activities in Identity month during April, GOVIS is running a mini-conference in May.
GOVIS runs a 3-day conference every other year; 2008 would normally be a non-conference year. But due to demand, GOVIS are running a […]
