Far North District Council, NZ

Far North District Council, NZ digitized its process for Land Information Memorandum reports

Far North District Council has completely digitized the process for accessing Land Information Memorandum (LIM) reports. Applicants can review LIM reports online in order to access information for their property including building consents, land hazards, rating valuations, heritage, etc. By replacing the previous paper-based system the Council will save over $10,000 each year in printing, postage, and transport costs.

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Far North District Council, NZ

New Zealand

Far North District Council, NZ is developing a regional accessibility strategy with local districts

Far North District Council is partnering with Northland Regional Council, Kaipara District Council, and Whangarei District Council to develop the Te Tai Tokerau Regional Accessibility Strategy. The Council created an online survey asking residents to help identify key accessibility issues related to transportation, public spaces, information services, and community consultations. The goal of this strategy is to create a community where everyone can access all places, activities, and services.

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Far North District Council, NZ

New Zealand

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Northland Regional Council, NZ

New Zealand

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Far North District Council, NZ launched a suite of online transactions on its redesigned website

Far North District Council launched a suite of online transactions on its redesigned website optimised for mobile devices. The new user-friendly website completely transformed how residents request, receive, and pay for Council services. The suite of online transactions allow users to make property file requests, submit dog registrations, review pay rates, track maintenance requests, etc.

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Far North District Council, NZ

New Zealand

Far North District Council, NZ seeks resident assistance with open space mapping project

Council staffers created a base map layer of open space data from existing records. Residents were encouraged to share parks and other spaces not marked in the first draft. A survey also asked participants to share their experiences with local open spaces. The resulting GIS map fills in public record gaps and introduces residents to new recreational areas. District officials will use the map when planning recreational upgrades and budgets.

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Far North District Council, NZ

New Zealand

Far North District Council, NZ uses Nothing But Net campaign to guide connectivity initiatives

The two-week campaign asked local residents to answer nine survey questions about connectivity. Participants also recorded videos and voice messages about how improved connectivity can help growth in their communities. Council officials are using Nothing But Net data to guide the deployment of projects like the Ultra-Fast Broadband program for towns. The council wants to reach 100% connectivity across the district by 2020.

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Far North District Council, NZ

New Zealand