Kōwhai Park solar farm commissioned in Christchurch
about 3 hours agoThe project is set to power about 36,000 homes a year, adding one of New Zealand's largest solar assets to Christchurch's grid.
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New Zealand housing wealth tops NZD $1.66 trillion
Despite weak prices and sales, residential property still makes up nearly half of household assets, leaving borrowers exposed to higher repayments.
Wellington City Council buying out property affected by April flash flooding
One homeowner is set to be bought out after April's flash floods, as Wellington City Council says the site faces landslip risk from its own land.
Where are home loan rates heading now?
Borrowers face further mortgage rises this year, with economists saying higher Reserve Bank rates are already feeding into fixed home loan pricing.
'Outrageous absurdity': Couple fears waterfront Ferris wheel will make apartment building derelict
Auckland residents could soon face blocked harbour views and added noise if a 32-metre ferris wheel is approved for Queens Wharf.
New Zealand housing market may be entering slower era
Long-term house price gains could now settle nearer 3% to 5% a year as supply, lending rules and incomes restrain New Zealand values.
Here's how much wealth New Zealanders have tied up in property
Housing still accounts for about half of New Zealand household assets, but subdued prices and high rates are cooling sales and consumer spending.
Water done well reshapes councils' finances & plans
Councils face around $50 billion of water upgrades over the next decade, as ring-fenced funding finally tackles decades of neglect.
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Float: Exposing the hidden costs of insurance premiums
Policyholders could save thousands as Float says hidden commissions of 15% to 25% and admin-heavy renewals are inflating premiums.
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Schneider Electric: Electrifying everything else, flexibly
New Zealand businesses and homes could ease grid strain and cut fossil fuel reliance by shifting to microgrids, batteries and solar, says Schneider Electric NZ.
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AI workloads & modern facilities driving Honeywell growth
Data centre operators are under pressure to supply their own electricity, opening the door for Honeywell to add on-site power and utilities.
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Earn the commute: Premium offices turn mandates into magnetism
Well-designed offices are helping firms attract staff back by pairing prime locations, amenities and flexible spaces with higher productivity.
Tue, 26th May 2026
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6 Steps to Get Property Data Ready for Real Estate Technology
Poor property data can distort valuations, tenant checks and investment decisions, so real estate teams need strict verification before systems use it.
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House buyers 'in the driver's seat' - QV
Home sellers face weaker demand as QV says buyers have the upper hand and the average New Zealand house value has slipped to $892,580.
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CBRE says Asia Pacific office demand to rise despite AI
Office demand across Asia Pacific is still set to grow 13% by 2030, as CBRE says AI will reshape rather than erase workplace needs.
Electric construction gear has a sales problem, says firm
Sales, not subsidies, are now seen as the main brake on battery-electric construction equipment, with only 10.4% penetration forecast by 2030.
Gisborne council rejects Toitū Tairāwhiti bid to waive $985,450 in contributions
A narrow vote leaves Toitū Tairāwhiti Housing facing a nearly $1 million bill, raising fears rents on its Gisborne homes will rise.
Ingram retains Hawke's Bay excavator operator title
His regional victory sends Marcus Ingram to the national finals after he beat eight other operators in Hastings.
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Donovan Jackson
Interview Editor
Fascinated by the technology industry after a visit to a Computer Faire in 1998, Donovan Jackson first worked as a public relations consultant for enterprise software and hardware distribution companies in 2000, then as a journalist for IDG-affiliated channel and trade publications, and as a producer of commercial content as an agency owner through the 2000s and 2010s. He has served as ITBrief editor in the last days of the printed magazine, and has a long association with IndustrialDay as a contributor to special projects. Donovan has wide interests spanning technology, philosophy, bicycles, literature, psychology, motorcycles, travel, geography, history, general knowledge, and various combinations of these and other subjects.
Jake MacAndrew
Interview Editor
Jake MacAndrew started off writing breaking news hits in his early days as a journalist. Since those late nights on the pulse for local breakthroughs, he has written stories on many topics, from cybersecurity education in Ukraine to the investment potential of fine wines. With each story Jake writes, no matter the topic, in-depth and accurate reporting is key.
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DocuWare named a challenger in Gartner document review
DocuWare lands challenger spot in Gartner's 2026 document management review as the software maker touts AI-ready tools and partner-led growth.
Mon, 11th May 2026
New blueprint targets smarter Wi‑Fi in dense housing
Wireless Broadband Alliance blueprint urges managed, standards-based Wi‑Fi to fix fragmented networks in dense multi-dwelling buildings.
Wed, 11th Feb 2026
Gartner outlines four tactics behind efficient growth
Gartner identifies four finance tactics it says helped 105 US-listed firms beat peers with a 51% total shareholder return premium.
Thu, 29th Jan 2026
Global AML system spend to hit USD $51.7bn by 2028, driven by AI use
Global spending on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) systems is projected to reach USD $51.7 billion by 2028, an 80% increase driven by AI's role in enhancing risk assessment, according to Juniper Research.
Tue, 5th Mar 2024