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Is KiwiRail going back to the bad old days?
KiwiRail

Is KiwiRail going back to the bad old days?

Secondary rail lines across New Zealand face slower maintenance and more speed restrictions under KiwiRail’s latest plan, alarming South Island operators.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Inclusiveness in an AI driven city
Smart Cities

Inclusiveness in an AI driven city

Auckland and Wellington are among Asia-Pacific’s most inclusive cities, with social equity seen as a driver of talent, growth and investment.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
What councils need most in 2025
Procurement

What councils need most in 2025

Ratepayers could face more pressure unless ministers ease red tape, funding rules and reporting burdens on councils this year.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
Changing market conditions present opportunity
Hybrid & Remote Work

Changing market conditions present opportunity

Lower borrowing costs and expiring term deposits could lift demand for commercial and residential property as investors hunt better returns.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Public infrastructure lacking in transparency
Education, Learning & Training

Public infrastructure lacking in transparency

A lack of disclosure on New Zealand’s big projects is obscuring costs, designs and accountability, critics say, as billions are spent in secret.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
A look at Sydney’s new metro
Smart Cities

A look at Sydney’s new metro

Commuters gain faster links under Sydney Harbour, with 445 daily services expected to move more than 264,000 passengers on the new line.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Aug 2024
Time to think about user charging
Wellington City Council

Time to think about user charging

Tolls and other user charges could help fund New Zealand’s roads and water networks, while easing pressure on taxpayers and congestion.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2024
One New Zealand to relocate Auckland office to Wynyard Quarter
Power / Energy

One New Zealand to relocate Auckland office to Wynyard Quarter

One New Zealand is set to move its Auckland Support Office to Wynyard Quarter by late 2025, focusing on sustainability and employee wellbeing.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 29th Jun 2024

Global Stories

Public Transport stories

Snapper & Enrouteq join forces for smarter transport data
Clean technologies

Snapper & Enrouteq join forces for smarter transport data

Snapper Services has teamed up with Enrouteq to enhance public transport data solutions, integrating their platforms to improve network efficiency globally.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
Snapper expands presence to 20 countries with Mosaiq tech
Digital Transformation

Snapper expands presence to 20 countries with Mosaiq tech

New Zealand's Snapper Services has extended its reach to nearly 20 countries, leveraging Mosaiq tech to enhance global public transport systems.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
PayPal warns Aussies of risky shopping ahead of sales
EduTech

PayPal warns Aussies of risky shopping ahead of sales

PayPal's latest research reveals a 9% rise in risky shopping habits among Australians ahead of Boxing Day, raising alarm over potential scams.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2024
UK warned of cyber threats from China-backed Volt Typhoon
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

UK warned of cyber threats from China-backed Volt Typhoon

The UK faces increasing cyber threats from China-backed group Volt Typhoon, jeopardising critical infrastructure and national security, warns Certes.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Telematics is helping to accelerate economic growth across APAC
Smart Cities

Telematics is helping to accelerate economic growth across APAC

Telematics technology is driving rapid economic growth in the Asia-Pacific region, transforming industries from ridesharing to eCommerce and electric vehicles.

By David Brown • 5 min read • Sat, 31st Aug 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Public Transport stories

Cyber attack disrupts 20 UK railway stations, sparks security fears
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber attack disrupts 20 UK railway stations, sparks security fears

A cyberattack disrupted services at 20 UK railway stations, exposing security flaws in public transport infrastructure and raising public anxiety over data breaches.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
Masabi partners with V/Line to launch eTicketing by September
Software-as-a-Service

Masabi partners with V/Line to launch eTicketing by September

Masabi will deploy its eTicketing solution for V/Line in Victoria, Australia by mid-September, offering digital tickets and streamlined boarding for passengers.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
Transreport appoints new top executives, secures £10m funding round
Technology funding

Transreport appoints new top executives, secures £10m funding round

Transreport secures £10 million in funding, appoints new leadership to drive global expansion, aiming to make public transport more accessible for Disabled and older individuals.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
Heymax & Visa launch sustainable travel rewards campaign
Payment Technologies

Heymax & Visa launch sustainable travel rewards campaign

Heymax and Visa launch a campaign promoting sustainable travel in Singapore, offering 2 million miles for MRT and bus rides, aiming to boost green practices.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2024