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Technology & communication
Information and communications technologies could enhance innovation and productivity across the economy. To realise this potential, we work to ensure that telecommunications markets operate efficiently, and the commerce and ICT infrastructure is well developed.
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Cyber security
The Ministry has a lead role in developing cyber security policy advice for government. It does this in partnership with other government agencies and key stakeholders.
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News
View the latest news for the Technology & communication sector or search for archived items.
Fast broadband
New Zealand is undertaking two large initiatives to extend broadband internet infrastructure.
Radio Spectrum
The Ministry is responsible for providing policy advice to Government on the allocation of New Zealand's radio spectrum, and administering the Radiocommunications Act 1989 and the supporting Radiocommunications Regulations 2001.
E-government
Read about the work under way to increase access and availability of government information and services.
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