Community Supporters
NetHui wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of a large number of community supporters.
If you would like to be a community supporter and help us make NetHui 2016 the best yet, please contact nethui@internetnz.net.nz.
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Creative Commons
Creative Commons is a non-profit organisation that helps people share their copyright works for reuse by others. Sometimes creators and other copyright holders want the public to be able to reuse their works but are unable to allow reuse easily and legally given the works’ “All Rights Reserved” copyright status. Creative Commons licences enable copyright holders to allow reuse of their works by giving everyone a range of permissions in advance.
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NetSafe
NetSafe is an independent not-for-profit with an unrelenting focus on online safety and security. Our purpose is to enable all New Zealand Internet users to confidently access digital opportunities and prevent online harm. NetSafe enjoys being part of NetHui as we get to talk to internet users all over the country.
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Telecommunications Users Association of New Zealand
TUANZ exists to inform, educate and advocate for all users of ICT. We don’t represent an industry, we represent those who use ICT services, which is just about every company, organisation and individual in New Zealand. We are a membership association with over 29 years of positive telecommunications change in our history. We have been instrumental in getting connectivity to the top of the political agenda. Now we must prepare our members and the wider community to take full advantage of the opportunities provided. We intend to play a leading role in creating and promoting the vision of a New Zealand transformed by ultra fast connectivity.
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Nelson City Council
As a unitary Council, the Nelson City Council provides essential services to everyone living or visiting our city. Technology enables us to provide support to our residents; it’s a key factor for enhancing economic growth as well as growing social equity and a having connected and thriving community. Nelson City Council is delighted to be a supporter of NetHui as they reach out to the regions.
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The Southern Initiative
The Southern Initiative (TSI) is one of two major geographic priorities identified in the Auckland Plan for social, economic and physical regeneration. TSI is committed to working within South Auckland communities to champion, stimulate and enable social and community innovation. Harnessing the power of the Internet is a fantastic way for South Aucklanders to connect, innovate and create transformational opportunities and TSI is looking at using the Internet and digital technologies to help South Auckland prepare for the future of work, enabling positive long-term change.
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Nelson Regional Development Agency
The Nelson Regional Development Agency’s (NRDA) key objective is to facilitate the sustainable development of the region and enhance economic vitality by ‘making a measurable difference to areas it gets involved in with an emphasis on developing a unique and enduring regional identity. The enhancement of the application of digital technology is intrinsic to this objective and NRDA is delighted to support NetHui as a platform to further support our region in this area.
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2020 Communications Trust
2020 Trust has been a proud supporter of NetHui since the first event in 2011. The 2020 Trust is a strategic partner of Internet NZ, working with local communities to deliver digital inclusion programmes that build New Zealanders’ computer and online skills: Computers in Homes, KiwiSkills Jobseeker, Stepping UP, and ICDL. NetHui provides a unique opportunity for attendees from diverse professions and communities to discuss and debate digital issues that are critical for the future of the Internet in New Zealand.
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Rotorua Lakes Council
Rotorua Lakes Council is committed to partnering with its community to contribute to the district’s shared goals for growth, resilience, vibrancy and strong communities. Technology links our community and enhances the way we offer services to our customers. The council is excited to host NetHui in 2016 for the first time and looks forward to supporting the conversations and innovation for the future of the Rotorua district. Tatau tatau – We together.
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Manukau Institute of Technology
Manukau Institute of Technology’s vision id to deliver vocationally focussed tertiary education, research and technology transfer that ensures Auckland’s economy, graduates, employers and communities have the capability and skills to achieve their potential. We recognise that we have a special obligation to serve the people, communities and employers of Counties Manukau and that achieving significantly improved tertiary education outcomes in this sub region is critical to both our mission and to the future economic and social prosperity of the nation.
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Crown Fibre Holdings
Crown Fibre Holdings was established to manage the Government’s investment in Ultra-Fast Broadband or “UFB.” More recently, we have also been asked to manage a commercial tender process for the extension of the Rural Broadband Initiative (known as “RBI2”) and the Mobile Blackspot Fund. We are pleased to support NetHui to help us engage with local stakeholders about the benefits of getting connected to improved broadband.