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Pre-election conversations we need to be having
Education, Learning & Training

Pre-election conversations we need to be having

Infrastructure New Zealand wants parties to back simpler funding, congestion charging and stronger oversight to tackle the country's infrastructure deficit.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 26th May 2023
Students tackle country’s big infrastructure issues
Risk & Compliance

Students tackle country’s big infrastructure issues

Real-world subdivision design projects are giving civil engineering students hands-on experience tackling housing and water shortages across New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 18th May 2023
Architecture firm sets lofty carbon goal
Digital Transformation

Architecture firm sets lofty carbon goal

The move could cut the climate impact of its 300 live projects, with one office tower already delivering a 5,000 ton emissions saving.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Mon, 15th May 2023
Campaign launched against ‘undemocratic’ RMA reform
Agricultural Technology

Campaign launched against ‘undemocratic’ RMA reform

Critics say the reform could lift housing and infrastructure costs by stripping councils of planning powers and deepening court battles.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Fri, 12th May 2023
Tech needed to drive construction productivity
Software-as-a-Service

Tech needed to drive construction productivity

Rising costs, weather disruption and labour shortages are squeezing builders, with insolvencies already mounting across Australia.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Apr 2023
The year that was leaves a legacy
Supply Chain

The year that was leaves a legacy

Severe weather, Covid and inflation are worsening New Zealand’s infrastructure, emergency readiness and cost of living, with repairs set to take years.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Mon, 24th Apr 2023
Just how dangerous is mould?
Disaster Recovery

Just how dangerous is mould?

Water-damaged homes can expose residents to spores that trigger asthma, respiratory infections and other health problems.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Apr 2023
NZ hydrogen to play key role in Toyota’s decarbonisation efforts
Data centers

NZ hydrogen to play key role in Toyota’s decarbonisation efforts

The new schemes have already cut tonnes of CO2 in Auckland and are set to widen Toyota NZ's decarbonisation push beyond cars.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 19th Apr 2023
How to make concrete structures more sustainable
Sustainability

How to make concrete structures more sustainable

Longer-lasting concrete could cut emissions by reducing replacements, as cement accounts for up to 8% of global CO2 output.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Apr 2023
New Zealand’s infrastructure deficit — can the private sector bridge the gap?
Disaster Recovery

New Zealand’s infrastructure deficit — can the private sector bridge the gap?

Cyclone Gabrielle has deepened New Zealand's infrastructure shortfall, as officials say public funding alone cannot cover a NZD $210 billion gap.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 10th Apr 2023
Australia looks offshore to achieve net-zero
Power / Energy

Australia looks offshore to achieve net-zero

Offshore wind could help bridge Australia’s huge clean-power gap, with grid demand set to double by 2050 under net zero plans.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Sun, 9th Apr 2023
Infrastructure New Zealand welcomes Nick Leggett as its new Chief Executive
Climate change

Infrastructure New Zealand welcomes Nick Leggett as its new Chief Executive

New Zealand's infrastructure deficit of USD $210 billion will face fresh scrutiny as Nick Leggett takes charge of the sector body on 24 April.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Apr 2023
Data crucial during skyrocketing construction prices
Disaster Recovery

Data crucial during skyrocketing construction prices

Homeowners may be underinsured as rebuilding costs in New Zealand hit record highs, with some code changes adding 5-20% to bills.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Apr 2023
Second Auckland harbour crossing ‘stupidest transport project ever’
Disaster Recovery

Second Auckland harbour crossing ‘stupidest transport project ever’

Public consultation on the Waitematā Harbour crossing begins with options costing up to GBP £12.5 billion and facing carbon concerns.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Thu, 30th Mar 2023
Inside Auckland Airport’s multi-billion-dollar redevelopment
Commerce Commission

Inside Auckland Airport’s multi-billion-dollar redevelopment

Travellers will soon pass under one roof as the airport replaces its ageing 57-year-old domestic terminal in a NZD $3.9 billion rebuild.

By Staff Writer • 9 min read • Mon, 27th Mar 2023

Global Stories

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Mastercard to eliminate plastics from payment cards by 2028
Fintech

Mastercard to eliminate plastics from payment cards by 2028

Mastercard has announced it is accelerating efforts to remove first–use PVC plastics from payment cards on its network by 2028.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Apr 2023
BLUETTI Invests in Our Planet, Invests in Our Future
Power / Energy

BLUETTI Invests in Our Planet, Invests in Our Future

BLUETTI, as a powerful leader who keeps researching for more clean energy solutions, has always advocated a green and sustainable lifestyle.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Apr 2023

Stories from Other Regions

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