Latest Developments: Exploring the Future of Communication in the Year 2025
In the vibrant city of Auckland, New Zealand, on September 20, 2025, MOTAT (Museum of Transport and Technology) invites you to immerse yourself in a captivating event - MOTAT's LIVE Day: Communications. This family-friendly event, located at 805 Great North Road & Meola Road, Western Springs, Auckland, offers a unique opportunity to explore Aotearoa's communication technology history.
The highlight of the event is the Get Smart exhibition, which takes you on a fascinating journey through the evolution of technology, from room-sized computers to cell phones. Visitors can step back in time and experience the evolution of communication technology up close.
One of the most engaging aspects of the event is the hands-on experiences it offers. Participants can try their hand at being a switchboard operator, using a rotary phone, and even investigating satellite dishes. In an intriguing activity, an umbrella is used as a curved reflector to increase a cellphone's Wi-Fi signal, providing a fun and educational experience for all ages.
Communications satellites, the unsung heroes of our modern communication world, are also a significant focus of the event. Learn about their role in television, phone, and internet communications, and how they enable global-scale broadcasting and data transmission by bridging geographical separations through radio signal relay from space.
The Telecommunications space is another feature of the event, providing visitors with hands-on experiences with telecom equipment. This interactive area offers a chance to delve deeper into the world of communication technology.
MOTAT's LIVE Day: Communications is recommended for kids aged 7-12 years, but is sure to be enjoyed by people of all ages. For more information about the event, visit the official website: https://motat.nz/events/live-day-communications-2025.
Join us at MOTAT's LIVE Day: Communications, and embark on an exciting journey through Aotearoa's communication technology history. It's a day filled with fun, learning, and hands-on experiences, waiting for you in the heart of Auckland.
- Engage with science and education-and-self-development at MOTAT's LIVE Day: Communications, as you delve into the history of communication technology, participate in hands-on activities, and learn about the role of satellites in technology advancements.
- Discover the transformation of technology through time at MOTAT's LIVE Day: Communications, where you can explore the evolution of devices from room-sized computers to cell phones, and get hands-on experience with telecommunications equipment.
