Maitland, NSW
City in New South Wales
Australia
Maitland, NSW uses drones to handle weed spraying along the Hunter River in Bolwarra
The council initially tested a drone outfitted with spraying equipment during a short-term pilot. An onboard GPS system allowed the drone to restrict spraying activities to target areas. The drone consumed less water and herbicide than traditional spraying operations. Drone flights also prevent detrimental health effects for council personnel and the spread of weeds by ground-level equipment.
Maitland, NSW
Australia
Maitland, NSW equips local businesses with e-commerce assets during Digital Accelerator Program
The Digital Accelerator Program was a virtual training initiative for small businesses entering the e-commerce world due to COVID-19. Entrepreneurs in the program received up to 15 hours of one-on-one assistance with digital operations and marketing. A Support Action Plan helped the mentor evaluate each participant during check-in calls. Participants left the Digital Accelerator Program with functional websites and tools for online sales success.
Maitland, NSW
Australia