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The Ultimate Guide to Smart Cities

A curated Kiwi edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Smart Cities.

What to know about Smart Cities

Smart Cities are transforming urban living by integrating technology and data-driven solutions to improve transportation, safety, sustainability, and overall quality of life. This field encompasses a wide range of innovations such as IoT networks, intelligent lighting, data platforms, and AI-driven analytics that work together to make cities more efficient and responsive to the needs of their residents.

Exploring the stories tagged with 'Smart Cities' reveals the dynamic collaborations between technology firms, governments, and communities aiming to develop connected, secure, and sustainable urban environments. From advancements in transport technology and smart utilities to the deployment of digital twins and AI-enhanced public safety systems, readers can gain insight into the challenges and opportunities of modern urban development across various regions.

Whether interested in the technological infrastructure like 5G, IoT devices, or data centers, or the social implications such as citizen trust, privacy, and inclusion, the smart cities topic offers a comprehensive look at how innovation is reshaping our urban future. Delve into the collection to understand the trends, initiatives, and expertise driving smarter, more resilient cities worldwide.

Kiwi Smart Cities News

Regional stories with direct local relevance

Analyst Insights

Research and market analysis connected to Smart Cities

Expert Columns

Interviews

Interviews and video coverage from the network

Recent Smart Cities News

Watercare uses edge intelligence for smarter sewer monitoring in Auckland
Edge Computing

Watercare uses edge intelligence for smarter sewer monitoring in Auckland

Watercare is installing 5,000 intelligent sewer monitors in Auckland, using edge computing to detect blockages rapidly and reduce environmental risks.

Mon, 11th Aug 2025

Milestone Systems aims for NZD $15 million NZ market growth by 2025
Distributors

Milestone Systems aims for NZD $15 million NZ market growth by 2025

Milestone Systems targets NZD $15 million growth in New Zealand by 2025, emphasising the power of video technology beyond traditional security at its Wellington event.

Wed, 25th Sep 2024

Advancing New Zealand's AI landscape with micro data centres
Health Technologies

Advancing New Zealand's AI landscape with micro data centres

New Zealand's AI infrastructure is evolving with micro data centres, which enhance cloud services, reduce latency, and improve network connectivity.

Fri, 12th Jul 2024

Smart city management: NZ cities enhance safety and trust with data
Machine learning

Smart city management: NZ cities enhance safety and trust with data

The key element of a successful smart city program is a centralised data platform created with privacy and security as a core element.

Fri, 4th Aug 2023

Spark now a member of the Smart Cities Council Australia New Zealand
Sustainability

Spark now a member of the Smart Cities Council Australia New Zealand

The membership appointment will allow Spark to continue working closely with communities to help them thrive using innovative technology and practices.

Wed, 2nd Mar 2022

Kiwi Smart City projects win big in IDC Awards
Closed Circuit Television

Kiwi Smart City projects win big in IDC Awards

New Zealand initiatives won three categories in the IDC Smart City APAC Awards – Civic Engagement, Education, and Sustainable Infrastructure.

Wed, 10th Jul 2019

Three Kiwi smart city projects shortlisted in IDC APAC Awards
Analyst report

Three Kiwi smart city projects shortlisted in IDC APAC Awards

Auckland City Council and Datacom have three projects between them that have been shortlisted as finalists in three of the 12 award categories.

Wed, 23rd May 2018

Whakatane District Council selects Telensa for smart street lighting project
Intelligent systems

Whakatane District Council selects Telensa for smart street lighting project

Whakatane District Council partners with Telensa to upgrade 2,500 streetlights to smart LED systems, aiming for completion by June 2018.

Wed, 28th Mar 2018

Six Kiwi projects garner finalist status in IDC Smart City Asia Pacific Awards
Analyst report

Six Kiwi projects garner finalist status in IDC Smart City Asia Pacific Awards

Six out of 46 finalists in the IDC Smart City APAC awards are Kiwi projects - with only China garnering more finalists. So who's in the running?.

Thu, 1st Jun 2017

Familiar face to push smart cities, AI for NEC NZ
Partners

Familiar face to push smart cities, AI for NEC NZ

NEC NZ has appointed industry veteran David Tse as sales and marketing manager as it looks to drive smart cities, AI and public safety locally.

Wed, 12th Apr 2017

New Zealand big winner in 2016 Top Smart City Projects
Analyst report

New Zealand big winner in 2016 Top Smart City Projects

NZ is proving itself on the world stage winning 3 awards at the 2016 Smart City APAC Awards, which recognises the most outstanding smart city project.

Mon, 22nd Aug 2016

Kiwi smart city projects recognised on a global stage
Analyst report

Kiwi smart city projects recognised on a global stage

NZ's urban ingenuity shines as Kiwi smart city projects make IDC APAC Awards shortlist, eyeing global acclaim.

Wed, 25th May 2016

NZ's smaller regions represent huge opportunity

NZ's smaller regions represent huge opportunity

New Zealand's smaller regions have the opportunity to become more developed hotbeds of activity, according to a new report from PwC.

Tue, 10th Nov 2015

SMBs seek smarter, better smart city living for Kiwis
Small Business

SMBs seek smarter, better smart city living for Kiwis

Start-ups and innovators collaborate to shape better living in New Zealand's future smart cities #smartcities #innovation.

Thu, 27th Feb 2014

NCS unveils AI partnerships for public safety in APAC
Robotics

NCS unveils AI partnerships for public safety in APAC

NCS signs AI deals with Mistral, VAST Data, Lian Xin and robotics firms to boost public safety operations across Singapore and Asia Pacific.

Last week

Granicus names seven digital government award winners
Digital Engagement

Granicus names seven digital government award winners

Granicus has honoured seven Australia and New Zealand public sector projects for measurable gains in citizen engagement, service delivery and transparency.

Last month

Coalition launches standards for greener AI data centres
Cloud Services

Coalition launches standards for greener AI data centres

Greening AI data centre coalition sets global benchmarks as pressure mounts over power, water and green finance for booming server farms.

Last month

Veolia launches global data centre resource service
Sustainability

Veolia launches global data centre resource service

Veolia targets booming data centre buildout with a single service to cut water use, waste and energy strain as regulators tighten scrutiny.

Last month

Autodesk launches Forma Building Design for Revit links
Sustainability

Autodesk launches Forma Building Design for Revit links

Autodesk debuts Forma Building Design to tie early schematic work more closely to Revit, with new carbon tools and cloud links.

Last month

Signify unveils 2030 sustainability push & Interact range
Power / Energy

Signify unveils 2030 sustainability push & Interact range

Signify sets 2030 sustainability targets and expands Interact with four connected lighting products for buildings and outdoor networks.

Last month