The awards, backed by the United Nations, select five winners for each of the eight categories, from entries from 100 countries.
Wellington firm Gibson Group won in the e-culture and heritage category for its multimedia touchscreen display designed to tell Copenhageners about their city and let them add to the story.
Dunedin's Areograph was recognised in the e-business and commerce field for its online service that lets people create 3-D models of objects and environments using digital photos.
A computer game to combat depression developed by the Health Ministry, Auckland University and Auckland company Metia Interactive won in the e-health and environment section.
The awards celebrate technology that benefits society and adds value to the originating country.
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Quelle/Source: Stuff, 04.06.2011