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Accessibility stories

Application Programming Interface

Auckland Museum's data puts NZ on the map among global leaders

Auckland War Memorial Museum praised by World Wide Web Consortium for its best practice in data accessibility.

By Sam Worthington • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Feb 2017

Cloud Services

Level best

Best practice in IT legal management involves rigorous compliance, robust data policies, and sound contracting processes to prevent costly legal issues.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 1st Jul 2010

Stories from Other Regions

Accessibility stories

Artificial Intelligence

Exciting new technology brings hope to those with reading disabilities

A wearable device could help thousands with sight loss or dyslexia read text aloud and work more independently without Wi-Fi or a smartphone.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Thu, 15th Feb 2018

eLearning

Literacy help for company drivers

Audio training has been added to help company drivers understand road rules, after OECD data showed many New Zealand adults struggle with literacy.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Mon, 28th Aug 2017

Human Capital Management

Kiwis hear the call and take up the challenge

Fundraising teams are giving New Zealanders a taste of hearing loss as the annual Silent Leadership Challenge returns on Friday.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Mon, 31st Jul 2017

Urban Planning

New design tool to encourage accessibility

The free online resource offers architects and designers guidance to make Auckland buildings and public spaces usable by people of all abilities.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Jul 2017

Green Party

Deaf New Zealanders at risk in medical emergencies

Only eight of 20 district health boards can guarantee round-the-clock sign language access, leaving deaf patients exposed in emergencies.

By Geoff • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Mar 2017

Digital Entertainment

Countdown begins for Nethui 2012

Last year's event was a sell-out; register now to have your say on topics like the digital divide, copyright, and making the most of online opportunities.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 20th Mar 2012

Cloud Services

Update: 2010 ANZ Internet Awards open

Entries for the 2010 ANZ Internet Best Practice Awards are now open, recognising security, openness, diversity, and accessibility contributions online.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Jun 2010

Storage

Sightless online

Blind entrepreneur Terry Bartlett from Dunedin boosts business independence through tech, co-developing a specialised CashManager for those without sight.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2009