Published in May 2025, the Digital Inclusion Needs Analysis brought together local data, national research and community input to build a clearer picture of digital inclusion in Whanganui. It identifies key barriers, priority groups and opportunities for action, and was presented and discussed as part of Techweek2025 in Whanganui.
Download the report
Download the full Whanganui Digital Inclusion Needs Analysis Report, published in May 2025.
Supporting Techweek2025 material
The Needs Analysis was presented and discussed during Techweek2025 in Whanganui. The following supporting material records the two sessions and the presentations used to explore the findings with participants.
Full Summary — 16 May 2025
A concise summary of the Needs Analysis findings, key barriers, priority groups and emerging directions discussed through the Techweek2025 work.
Techweek2025 Session One — Full Presentation
The full presentation used for the first Techweek2025 session, including the slides and presenter notes used to introduce and discuss the Digital Inclusion Needs Analysis.
Techweek2025 Open Discussion — What Comes Next?
A discussion paper for the second Techweek2025 session, setting out questions and possible next steps for turning the Needs Analysis into practical action, including collaboration, governance, priority projects and shared responsibilities.
Open Discussion — What’s Next for Digital Inclusion Whanganui?
The presentation used for the second Techweek2025 discussion, exploring the immediate future of Digital Inclusion Whanganui — including possible governance arrangements, pilot projects to prioritise and opportunities for community collaboration.