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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.
In this area
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Radio Spectrum
We provide policy advice to Government on the allocation of New Zealand's radio spectrum, and administer the Radiocommunications Act 1989 and the supporting Radiocommunications Regulations 2001.
Communications
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We hold a range of responsibilities relating to the communications sector.
Cyber security
The National Cyber Policy Office within the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet now has lead responsibility for developing cyber security policy advice for government.
Fast broadband
New Zealand is undertaking two large initiatives to extend broadband internet infrastructure.
E-government
Read about the work under way to increase access and availability of government information and services.
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