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New Infrastructure Commission endorsed by Infrastructure NZ
Public Sector

New Infrastructure Commission endorsed by Infrastructure NZ

It should reduce underinvestment, congestion and water problems by giving New Zealand’s infrastructure planning and procurement a more independent voice.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Feb 2019
Top three predictions for the 2019 property market
Bank of New Zealand

Top three predictions for the 2019 property market

Building consents must stay high if New Zealand is to make a dent in its housing shortfall, with the industry already running at full tilt.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Sun, 27th Jan 2019
CHASNZ’s three-part strategy to reform health and safety in construction
Supply Chain

CHASNZ’s three-part strategy to reform health and safety in construction

More than 70,000 assessments have already been carried out as the trust pushes for a unified safety benchmark across New Zealand construction.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Sun, 27th Jan 2019
Medical rebrand for cannabis gets underway
Licensing

Medical rebrand for cannabis gets underway

Auckland billboards fronted by eight patients and advocates aim to reduce stigma as New Zealand's medicinal cannabis laws take shape.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Dec 2018
Water review needs coherent leadership
Sustainability

Water review needs coherent leadership

Contractors say New Zealand’s ageing water networks need faster decisions, after ministers deferred reforms and left regulation unresolved until late 2019.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 27th Nov 2018
What is the purpose and role of local government?
Local Government

What is the purpose and role of local government?

Pressure is mounting for councils to focus on community wellbeing as water reform exposes funding and delivery gaps in local services.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 25th Nov 2018
Beware of artificial blue light
University of Canterbury

Beware of artificial blue light

Too much blue light at night could disrupt sleep, harm wildlife and dim New Zealand's view of the stars, researchers warn.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Fri, 16th Nov 2018
Blockchain about to revolutionise housing
Data Protection

Blockchain about to revolutionise housing

Councils could soon use digital planning tools to cut delays and paper work, while blockchain may also reshape property settlements and rentals.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Nov 2018
Are cryptocurrencies the way of the future?
Digital Transformation

Are cryptocurrencies the way of the future?

A Law Foundation-backed report says faster regulation could help New Zealand avoid missing out on blockchain jobs, trade and tax benefits.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Sat, 6th Oct 2018
Mental health cause for construction industry concern
Productivity

Mental health cause for construction industry concern

Poor culture and boom-bust pressures are driving high suicide rates among New Zealand construction workers, new research suggests.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Sun, 30th Sep 2018
How Bitcoin’s footprint is impacting water use
Crypto

How Bitcoin’s footprint is impacting water use

Bitcoin mining is already drawing billions of gallons of freshwater a year, raising fresh questions about who pays for its hidden costs.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Thu, 27th Sep 2018
Win a coaching session with Richard Loe
Risk & Compliance

Win a coaching session with Richard Loe

Farmers can win a coaching session for a youth rugby team by showing WorkSafe how they are improving safety on the farm.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Sun, 9th Sep 2018
First national online health and safety register goes live
Risk & Compliance

First national online health and safety register goes live

Businesses in New Zealand can now find verified workplace health and safety experts through a free register launched in Wellington.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Mon, 6th Aug 2018
Transport industry determined to tackle road safety with technology
Data Analytics

Transport industry determined to tackle road safety with technology

Safety technology is becoming a higher priority for New Zealand transport firms as the road toll rises and crashes prompt action.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Jul 2018

Global Stories

Regulation stories

The Commerce Commission looks to retain its ability to regulate mobile roaming
Unified Communications

The Commerce Commission looks to retain its ability to regulate mobile roaming

The regulation would enable a new operator to quickly expand its coverage beyond its own initial physical network.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Jul 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Regulation stories

Why Australia needs more compliance experts
Cloud Services

Why Australia needs more compliance experts

Australia faces a booming demand for risk and compliance experts, as over 60% of executives aim to expand their teams, the latest Compliance Index reveals.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Feb 2019
Stronger security needed before open banking arrives - Okta
Malware

Stronger security needed before open banking arrives - Okta

As early as July 2019, Australian banks will need to have a system in place that both benefits customers and protects their personal data.

By Graham Sowden • 4 min read • Tue, 15th Jan 2019