Learn about the lifecycle of a dataset, and data management plans (DMP), why they are important, and how to write one.
TLDR: We've updated beta.data.govt.nz, added some more data (old and new, records and hosted data) for testing, and need your feedback to help us decide whether to proceed and what...
NZTA has been developing a simple open data framework and processes to help them release open data, and would love your feedback.
The following articles are from the Centre for Data Ethics and Innovation's May 2025 newsletter. The newsletter comes out quarterly, full of news, commentary, opinion, and education.
Background
Ministerial press release: Guidelines unlock govt software for innovation
Loomio discussion: NZGOAL Software Extension
Case study: NZGOAL Software Extension consultation process
Consultation archive and analytics report | data pack
NZGOAL software extension…
Terms of reference: Data and Digital Standards Community of Practice [PDF 348 KB]
Contents
Purpose of the Terms of Reference
Vision
Purpose
Principles of the Data and Digital Standards Community of…
A detailed set of guidelines for creating a steady state data flow map
Last week, GCDS Mark Sowden spoke to members of the government data system on the progress we’ve made under Government Data Strategy and Roadmap, and what’s next on our journey. Check out his reflections here.
New videos by Stats NZ brings panellists together to examine and debate Māori perspectives about the way we collect, share, and use data.
This guide provides expanded information about the Data capability framework, including the levels of capability, descriptions of use, and example use cases.