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Kiwi stories
Port of Tauranga will almost double its handling capacity following fast-track approval
New wharves and dredging will ease congestion at New Zealand's biggest cargo port, after approval for a long-delayed expansion.
Government road funding cuts will cost Tararua nearly $1.3M
Ratepayers face an extra NZD $1.286 million bill over three years unless Tararua's road funding cut is reversed.
West Coast business welcomes NZTA's U-turn on road funding
Councils and ratepayers have been spared steep local bills after NZ Transport Agency kept majority funding for two isolated West Coast roads through 2030.
Regional council discusses reducing stake in Bluff port despite record profit
Ratepayers could see lower risk exposure if the council proceeds, after discussions on a possible sell-down and a record $16.1 million profit.
Mayor says 'large chunks' of Wellington council Deloitte report written by AI
Public trust in a costly staffing review is being tested after errors and AI use allegations prompted fresh scrutiny of Deloitte's analysis.
ACT promises to axe millions in roadside art spending
Motorists could be spared millions in roadside sculptures and monuments, with funding redirected to road building under ACT's transport policy.
Are patchy gov responses to climate change enough?
Climate risks are already costing New Zealand billions a year as the government faces renewed criticism for its patchy adaptation plan.
Editor Interviews
Conversations with technology leaders, founders and operators.
Fresh perspective: New Gentrack CTO on AI-driven utility future
AI tools could cut utility costs and reduce customer friction as Gentrack's new Chief Technology Officer pushes a more proactive service model.
Thu, 23rd Jul 2026
SiteHive gains traction with unblinking eyes on the job
Construction firms can now monitor dust, noise and weather remotely, helping avoid delays and environmental breaches across hundreds of sites.
Tue, 7th Jul 2026
Geotab: Now's the time to get a grip on fuel consumption
Fleet operators could save millions by using telematics to curb idling, harsh driving and waste as fuel prices keep climbing.
Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
Titan of Tech - Nadene Serman of Infotrack
Nadene Serman, Global CTO of Infotrack, champions innovation and inclusion in tech, driving customer-first solutions across multiple nations.
Mon, 17th Mar 2025
Expert Opinions
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Property PR failures can cost developments before they reach market
Missed stakeholder buy-in can derail large schemes long before buyers or tenants see them, as digital scrutiny now shapes trust.
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Infrastructure communications failures are putting major projects at risk
Poor public understanding can derail even fully funded projects if support, trust and political backing fail to keep pace with the build.
7 days ago
You can't manage what you haven't measured: the execution test for water ...
Households could face higher bills unless new water entities lift delivery from councils' 60 to 80 per cent record and prove their costs.
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The energy advantage: The next growth opportunity for Australia ...
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Debunking the myths holding back asset performance management
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The women winning in AI aren't the ones who had it all figured out
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The silent skew: Confronting structural gender bias through data
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Latest News
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Austroads releases climate adaptation guide for roads
Road agencies now have a structured way to rank climate defences as extreme weather disrupts networks and strains adaptation budgets.
New Zealand records third-warmest winter on record
South Island warmth and a June heat spike drove New Zealand's winter to 9.7C, with 27 places logging record seasonal temperatures.
Queenstown cable car project wins USD $150 million backing
The non-binding deal could help ease Queenstown's congestion as the cable car scheme moves closer to construction and wider funding talks continue.
Spatial planning could impose high costs on small North Canterbury councils
Ratepayers in Kaikōura and Hurunui may face increases to cover Canterbury's spatial plan, with costs running into hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Our Editorial Team
Every story is shaped by real people: journalists, editors and contributors.
Sofiah Nichole Salivio
News Editor
Sofiah Nichole has balanced a dual passion for technical precision and the written word since 2017. Before diving into the world of Civil Engineering, she spent years navigating school press conferences and contributing to university publications, honing her skills as a versatile staff writer. Outside of her engineering labs, you can find her advocating for student voices and looking for the next great story to tell. She believes that whether you are building a bridge or a news report, the foundation must be rock solid.
Tom Richmond
Reviewer
Originally from the Isle of Man, Tom has been contributing to our sites for a number of years. He loves sport, tech and cars. In his spare time, you’ll either find him on the golf course, playing football or test-driving a new car.
Anthony Caruana
Interview Editor
Anthony has been living and breathing technology since he was a child. He has contributed to almost every major technology publication in Australia as well as editing a few along the way. In his spare time, he likes to run, especially on trails, and plays Australian Rules football through the winter.
Damian Seeto
Gaming Contributor
Damian has been contributing to our sites since 2009 and is always available whenever a video game needs to be reviewed. Aside from being a big gamer, he is also one of biggest professional wrestling fans. Damian likes Star Wars, comic book movies and Metallica.
Darren Price
Consumer & Gaming Writer
Darren Price has been playing video games and messing with technology for 45 years. For the last fifteen years he’s been writing about games and tech, as well. He hates sport, but loves sports video games - which he puts down to a mixture of being annoyingly contrary and extremely lazy. Whilst he is completely tone deaf, he considers Rock Band to be his guilty pleasure. A geek from way back, Darren builds his own computers, collects comic books, owns several lightsabers and is a sucker for video-gaming merchandise.
David Shilovsky
Interview Editor
David joins us from a primarly sports reporting background, but has a keen interest across all facets of technology, especially any Apple product, the latest in OLED televisions and gaming consoles. He brings significant editorial experience to the role, with various digital and print publications on his CV. In his spare time, David enjoys watching or playing sport, playing video games and checking out live music.
Analyst Insights
Industry research and analysis from leading firms.
Siemens named Leader in Gartner QMS software ranking
Siemens named a Leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant for quality management software, spotlighting its AI-enabled, integrated QMS portfolio.
Sat, 31st Jan 2026
Schneider Electric named Leader for energy transition services
Schneider Electric has been named a Leader in IDC's 2025 Energy Transition Services report, praised for digital innovation and global expertise in net-zero solutions.
Sat, 15th Nov 2025
IFS revenue up 22% as global industry accelerates AI adoption
IFS reports 22% growth in annual recurring revenue as global industries rapidly adopt its Industrial AI software in mission-critical operations.
Mon, 3rd Nov 2025
Siemens named Leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant for IIoT platforms
Siemens has been named a Leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Global Industrial IoT Platforms, recognising its strong AI-driven solutions and global reach.
Thu, 9th Oct 2025