New Zealand: Digital Tech Reveals Risks from Rising Seas
Institute of Geological and Nuclear Sciences New Zealand utilising data from ORC-operated groundwater monitoring, revealing rising sea levels and groundwater risks in South Dunedin and Harbourside, emphasising the transformative role of digital technology in data analysis, forecasting, and future planning for climate resilience.
Cyber Resilience for New Zealand’s Education Sector
New Zealand faces a rise in cyberattacks on the education sector, leading law enforcement to caution parents about sharing identifiable school-related photos of their children online and advocating for enhanced cybersecurity measures.
SmartSat and NZSA Partner for Australasian Space Innovation
SmartSat CRC and the NZSA join forces to accelerate space industry growth through collaborative tech initiatives, bolstering Earth observation, situational awareness, and optical communications advancements.
New Zealand: VR Initiatives Enhance Tsunami Preparedness
Tauranga City Council pioneers VR simulations to educate residents on coastal risks, aiming to enhance preparedness for community awareness amid frequent tsunami risks, emphasising a proactive stance as a positive global example.
New Zealand: Digital Advancements Nelson’s in Public Transit
Nelson City Council is advancing its smart city vision with 13 new eBus shelters, enhancing public transportation which are equipped with digital features, showcasing the city’s commitment to a modern, inclusive, and technologically advanced transit experience.
New Zealand Harnessing Technology for Maritime Safety
LINZ launched tide tables for safe maritime experiences, providing precise tide predictions crucial for planning boat launches and seaside activities, allowing sailors to navigate confidently in the ever-evolving maritime landscape.
New Zealand: Pharmacy in the Digital Age
The students from the University of Canterbury have collaborated with students at the University of Sydney to create an initiative cloud-based pharmacy management platform, designed to address the critical issue of medicine-related errors in Aotearoa, enhancing productivity and creating a safer and more efficient healthcare experience.
University of Otago’s Digital Approach to Game Studies
New Zealand’s education sector embraces digital innovation with the University of Otago’s game studies focus and Massey University’s integration of digital tech in construction programs, showcasing a commitment to tech-driven education.
AI Sentience: Ethical Quandaries in the Digital Frontier
New Zealand is exploring ethical challenges in the digital age, navigating artificial consciousness and medicinal cannabis debates, and highlighting the complex interplay between technology and ethics.
UBCO Bikes Revolutionise NZDF Security
The New Zealand Defence Force conducted electric bike trials to bolster operational capabilities and sustainability, revolutionising security patrols with adaptability, speed, and minimal maintenance, showcasing a transformative approach to modern defence practices.
New Zealand Deploys Tech for Coastal Safety
The National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) and Surf Life-saving New Zealand have collaborated to develop an artificial intelligence (AI) tool for real-time detection, enhancing beach safety and mitigating risks.
Digital Revolution in New Zealand’s Energy Storage
Researchers at the University of Canterbury leverage digital tech to revolutionise redox-flow batteries, enhancing efficiency, reducing size, and slashing costs, marking a significant stride towards affordable and sustainable energy solutions for the future.
New Zealand: AI Redefining Mental Health Care
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a valuable resource for individuals facing mental health challenges by complementing traditional approaches like psychologists, encouraging further research and development in this evolving field.
Smart Water Management in New Zealand
Researchers pioneer a digital initiative to combat water leakage and enhance usage efficiency in New Zealand, utilising a cutting-edge remote sensing and analytics to revolutionise water management, aiming for sustainable solutions and global relevance.
New Zealand’s Seamless Transit Experience
New Zealand is revolutionising public transportation through digital integration to provide real-time data to passengers, highlighting the broader vision for Dunedin’s future public transport and showcasing the potential impact of technology on the region’s transit experience.
Digital Horizons: New Zealand’s Agricultural Revolution
Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki Lincoln University and an agriculture company from New Zealand has collaborated to propel the nation’s agriculture into the digital age, fostering innovation, sustainability, and productivity, contributing significantly to the global discourse on sustainable agriculture.
Digital Solutions for Maritime Safety in New Zealand
New Zealand has been doing the predictions and weather forecasts to monitoring tidal streams, utilising digital navigation tools, assisting mariners in navigating through critical areas, ensuring safety amid dynamic conditions.
Wellington’s Digital Parking Solution
Wellington City Council has introduced 400 Pay by Plate parking machines, revolutionising urban parking with a paperless, tech-forward approach, ensuring an efficient and user-friendly parking environment.
University of Waikato’s HIKO Hub Fostering Innovation
HIKO Hub at the University of Waikato offers a dynamic co-working space for innovation and collaboration, complemented by the university’s advancements in digital healthcare technology and commitment to environmental sustainability.
New Zealand’s Transparent Tech-Driven Strategy
New Zealand unveils a comprehensive tech-driven fiscal plan to address past setbacks, emphasising transparency while championing SMEs’ digital empowerment for economic resilience.
New Zealand: Tech for Sustainable Fisheries Management
The National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) has employed digital technology to monitor recreational fishing practices, integrating with volunteer participation and potential AI utilisation, fostering a collaborative and responsible management model for New Zealand’s recreational fisheries.
New Zealand Leveraging Tech to Enhance Public Health
New Zealand’s progressive digital health initiatives, anchored by the My Health Record platform and the Aotearoa Immunisation Register expansion, aim to elevate immunisation rates, particularly among Māori communities, marking a crucial step towards achieving the nation’s 95% immunisation target.
Navigating AI: A Roadmap for New Zealand
New Zealand’s AI landscape thrives on ethical governance, collaborative forums, and innovative ventures, poised to shape a positive, inclusive future through interdisciplinary research, strategic policies, and impactful events into 2024.
Digital Solutions Elevating Immunisation Rates in New Zealand
Enhanced immunisation initiatives in Aotearoa, powered by digital tools and targeted funding, aim to uplift Māori and nationwide vaccination rates for a healthier, more equitable future.
Tech-Driven EV Transition at the University of Waikato
The university is spearheading a sustainability drive by replacing over 50% of its vehicle fleet with electric vehicles, aiming to significantly reduce emissions and set an example for eco-friendly practices in tertiary institutions and government organisations.
Tech-Driven Study Tackles Lupus in New Zealand
University of Waikato health researchers collaborate with practitioners to address gaps in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) diagnosis and management, leveraging digital technology for comprehensive data collection and evidence-based guidelines, enhancing healthcare management in New Zealand.
New Zealand’s Progress in Healthtech
New Zealand has undergone a commitment to improving digital technology in healthcare, shaping the future of the country’s health system, and fostering a paradigm shift towards proactive and personalised healthcare.
New Zealand’s Data-Driven Approach to Pest Control
The Otago Regional Council collaborates with Environment Canterbury and the Tipu Mātoro National Wallaby Eradication Programme for a two-year research programme, leveraging digital technology to control Bennett’s wallaby, revolutionising how pest control strategies are devised and executed in New Zealand.
Navigating New Zealand’s Cybersecurity Landscape
Cyber Security for the Tertiary Sector (CSTS) provides tools and training to prevent phishing attacks in the educational sector, promoting a unified approach to safeguard against evolving cyber threats among academic institutions.
Data and Digital: Reshaping New Zealand’s Healthcare Future
The urgency for a transformative shift in healthcare highlighted by the New Zealand Health Survey, emphasises tech integration and policy reform to address healthcare challenges and shape a future-focused, digitally-driven healthcare landscape.
