Open Source - Open Data - Changing Lives for the Better

Explore a 48-minute conference talk from linux.conf.au focusing on open source, open data, and their potential to improve lives. Discover how the Government Chief Data Steward works to build a foundation for better data management in New Zealand, emphasizing trust and the open data programme. Learn about the benefits of empowering government agencies to share and reuse data safely, informing decision-making and improving outcomes for citizens. Gain insights into topics such as the Open Data Charter, Maori Data as Data, integration, algorithms, government open source initiatives, and open data meetups. Understand the importance of open source and open data in shaping the future of technology and governance.