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Technology / Innovation
Safeswim up for international tech award
Auckland Council’s Safeswim water-monitoring programme is a finalist in the Smart Water category of the Smart City Asia Pacific Awards
Auckland’s innovation showcased during Techweek’18
More than 80 events will take place in Auckland to celebrate our diverse innovation.
Electric buses to hit Auckland's streets
The two buses are a trial funded by the Government's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) and Auckland Transport (AT).
Auckland's screen production sector worth $1 billion
2017 a bumper year for NZ film.
Auckland Libraries boldly goes where no book has gone before
Auckland Libraries trials interactive computer program that recommends books based on an individual’s emotions, the time of day, and the weather.
Auckland takes out innovation awards
Two Auckland projects have won awards from the International Economic Development Council.
Have you visited MOTAT?
The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT) is New Zealand’s largest transport and technology museum.
Council's NewCore project crosses finish line under budget
The NewCore IT system allows the council to deliver more online services, better and faster than ever before.
What are green buildings?
Auckland Council’s chief sustainability officer, John Mauro, has spoken to the New Zealand Herald about the benefits of green buildings.
Cycle-share scheme on the agenda for Auckland
Working together with the NZ Transport Agency, Auckland Transport has begun a feasibility study into how a city centre cycle-share scheme could operate.
Auckland Council launches improved website
The first stage of Auckland Council’s new website is now ready to use.
Remember: The phone stops in the car
Watch Sophie’s story to see just how much devastation can be caused when you take your eyes, mind or hands off-task when you're behind the wheel.
Parking in Auckland: There’s an app for that
The AT Park smartphone app, which launched on 7 March, offers a more convenient and easy way to pay for parking.
Traffic radio station launched in Auckland
A trial starts in Auckland this week for a new radio service designed to give motorists better travel information while they're on the move.
Check online before taking the plunge
Checking the water quality of your favourite swimming spot is now much easier, thanks to a new feature on the Land, Air and Water Aotearoa website.
One-click service easier and faster
More than 26 new ‘smart’ application forms went online this week alongside changes that allow log-in to council services via email, Google, Facebook or RealMe.
