Read about the adoption of the International Open Data Charter by the New Zealand Government.
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.
Algorithms have an essential role to play in supporting the delivery of government services to people in New Zealand. The government must ensure that data ethics are embedded in its work, and always keep in mind the people and communities being serviced by these tools.
A cross-government working party developed the plan, using a prioritisation framework. The development was overseen by the Information Group.
Terms of reference: Data and Digital Standards Community of Practice [PDF 348 KB]
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Purpose of the Terms of Reference
Vision
Purpose
Principles of the Data and Digital Standards Community of…
The refreshed Data Strategy and Roadmap for Aotearoa NZ, commissioned by the Government Chief Data Steward and published by Stats NZ in September 2021.
Some big changes are underway that will have very positive impacts on open government data in New Zealand.
We need your feedback - when looking for relevant data, what extra information would help? The draft government data register may give you some ideas.
"Open by default" is a term bandied around when talking about open data policy. I find the phrase often helps lift the barriers rather than bring them down but if...
IntroductionThe New Zealand Government Open Access and Licensing framework (NZGOAL) is government guidance for agencies to follow when releasing copyright works and non-copyright material for re-use…