It can be difficult to navigate the numerous guidance tools, frameworks, and principles out there. Here, we have outlined the key guidance in Aotearoa, how they may best apply to your project and direct you to the practical tools for each guidance.
A cross-government working party developed the plan, using a prioritisation framework. The development was overseen by the Information Group.
We’re looking for a diverse group of people to join an organising committee for the Data and Digital Community of Practice to improve the New Zealand data system. Join us!
The Government Chief Data Steward role supports the use of data as a resource across government to help deliver better services to New Zealanders. It’s held by the Chief Executive of Stats NZ Colin Lynch.
New Zealand has several pieces of policy that have been endorsed by the Cabinet to support open government and the release of open data. These policies and principles are helpful to understand to support agency discussions relating to opening up data and improving transparency.
Read about the adoption of the International Open Data Charter by the New Zealand Government.
Terms of reference for the Mandated Standards Implementation and Review Committee (IRC).
This page lays out the reasons behind the refreshed Government Sytem Strategy and Roadmap for Aotearoa NZ. It provides background context for the development of the refreshed strategy and roadmap and previous versions of the Government Data Strategy and Roadmap.
Earlier this month, the Government Chief Data Steward released the New Zealand Government Data Strategy and Roadmap – the guiding document for the government data system, outlining priorities for the next five years.
A cross-government review is underway to increase the transparency and accountability of how government uses algorithms – to help improve the lives of New Zealanders.