Colin Jackson speaks regularly on National Radio about the Internet and technology. A few weeks ago he shared with us some results from a recent survey of Internet users, the World Internet Project:

Internet users trust other information sources – TV, radio, newspapers – less than people who don’t use the Internet. It’s almost as though using the Internet makes you more cynical about other forms of media.

Q: So, the take-aways from the survey?

A: New Zealanders are big Internet users despite our low broadband uptake. People who use it come rely on it. Nearly two thirds of those of us who use it think it would be problem if the Internet were to be taken away. Essentially, the Internet is a core part of most New Zealanders’ lives. Not bad for a geek toy!

The AUT - World Internet Project says:

The World Internet Project New Zealand (WIP NZ) is an extensive research project which aims to provide important information about the social, cultural, political and economic influence of the Internet and related digital technologies.

ICDC’s longitudinal survey includes a cross-section of participants aged 12 and up across New Zealand. A quota ensures that people of Māori, Pasifika and Asian descent and the range of age-groups are not under-represented.

The report is available as a downloadable PDF, or you can order a hard copy.

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