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Bipartisanship at Investment Summit ‘encouraging’
Data Analytics

Bipartisanship at Investment Summit ‘encouraging’

Shared support from major parties at the New Zealand Infrastructure Investment Summit has raised hopes for a steadier project pipeline.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 16th Mar 2025
Wellington deserves better water network governance
Procurement

Wellington deserves better water network governance

Ratepayers could face continued delays and higher costs unless Wellington’s water managers stop blaming others and fix governance failures, Civil Contractors New Zealand says.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
Contractors not to blame for Wellington Water dysfunction
Supply Chain

Contractors not to blame for Wellington Water dysfunction

Blame on builders could distract from governance reforms as Wellington’s water networks face persistent failures, mounting costs and service risks.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
Climate change rules clarified this year
Disaster Recovery

Climate change rules clarified this year

New disclosure and adaptation rules will force large firms to spell out climate risks, while greenwashing scrutiny and reporting relief evolve.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
What councils need most in 2025
Procurement

What councils need most in 2025

Ratepayers could face more pressure unless ministers ease red tape, funding rules and reporting burdens on councils this year.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
Feedback sought on 30 year infrastructure plan
Data Analytics

Feedback sought on 30 year infrastructure plan

Future investment choices could be shaped by New Zealand's National Infrastructure Plan, as the commission seeks public feedback on its approach.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
HCLTech partners with Tasman District for digital upgrade
Digital Transformation

HCLTech partners with Tasman District for digital upgrade

HCLTech will assist Tasman District Council in New Zealand with its Digital Innovation Programme to enhance online interactions for residents and staff.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024
Wellington Council under close watch for all the wrong reasons
Wellington City Council

Wellington Council under close watch for all the wrong reasons

Questions are mounting over whether Wellington ratepayers are being asked to fund water works more expensively than necessary after a departmental misread.

By Staff Writer • 10 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2024

Global Stories

Local Government stories

Granicus honours Aussie & Kiwi digital government leaders
Digital Transformation

Granicus honours Aussie & Kiwi digital government leaders

Granicus has revealed its 2024 Digital Government Awards winners in Australia and New Zealand, celebrating innovative public sector digital advancements.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
Lánluas guide helps public sector maximise ERP investments
EduTech

Lánluas guide helps public sector maximise ERP investments

Lánluas Consulting's new guide aims to empower public sector finance teams in optimising digital investments and enhancing operational efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Local Government stories

Wyndham City Council completes phase one of digital upgrade
Smart Cities

Wyndham City Council completes phase one of digital upgrade

Wyndham City Council has launched the first phase of a digital overhaul, implementing TechnologyOne's OneCouncil ERP system to streamline operations and enhance services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
UK unveils AI action plan with commitment of GBP £14 billion
Data Privacy

UK unveils AI action plan with commitment of GBP £14 billion

Keir Starmer's AI Opportunities Action Plan commits GBP £14 billion to transform UK public services, advancing AI adoption while addressing industry concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
Medallia joins G-Cloud 14 to enhance public sector services
Digital Transformation

Medallia joins G-Cloud 14 to enhance public sector services

Medallia has been named a supplier on the UK's G-Cloud 14 framework, offering cloud solutions to boost experience management for public sector agencies.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
Australian councils urged to enhance digital services
Software-as-a-Service

Australian councils urged to enhance digital services

A new report reveals Australian councils are struggling to meet digital service demands amid growing community expectations for streamlined access.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
Shoalhaven City Council boosts disaster recovery with Azure
Software-as-a-Service

Shoalhaven City Council boosts disaster recovery with Azure

Shoalhaven City Council has upgraded its disaster recovery by migrating key services to Microsoft Azure, enhancing data security and operational efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
JAGGAER appoints Mark Roberts as UK Public Sector Director
Supply Chain

JAGGAER appoints Mark Roberts as UK Public Sector Director

JAGGAER has appointed Mark Roberts as UK Public Sector Director, aiming to enhance its strategy in serving Central and Local Government effectively.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
City of Tea Tree Gully upgrades with TechnologyOne system
Document Management

City of Tea Tree Gully upgrades with TechnologyOne system

The City of Tea Tree Gully Council has adopted TechnologyOne's Property & Rating platform, streamlining processes and enhancing efficiency across operations.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024