Transpower profit rises as grid investment ramps up
about 2 hours agoRising electrification demand is driving a bigger build-out of New Zealand's grid, with approved projects set to lift capital spending further.
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Kiwi stories
Wairarapa water entity eyes up new HQ
Residents across Wairarapa and Tararua are set to gain safer, more reliable water services as Waitī Waters prepares for a July launch.
Mount Maunganui slip: Full reopening of facilities could cost up to $38m
Restoring full access to the Mount Maunganui base could require up to GBP £38 million in slope works, a risk assessment says.
'The holes will get bigger': $1.9m to test lake wall fixes labelled 'delay tactics'
Lake advocates say the wall may keep corroding for years, with repairs now pushed into 2027 and costs put at up to GBP £12.5 million.
Bid to stop Canterbury water project expansion fails
The Environment Court has upheld the scheme, though tougher conditions must be filed after objections over Rangitata water use were rejected.
No go for trucks on 'low strength' Dannevirke bridge
Heavy vehicles will be diverted from a vital Dannevirke route after tests found the 103-year-old Rawhiti Bridge is far weaker than thought.
Kāpiti Coast weighs up $1.4m splash on manu pool
Councillors will decide on Thursday whether to back a bigger Ōtaki pool rebuild that could make the site the lower North Island's only manu pool.
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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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.
about 22 hours 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.
4 days ago
The energy advantage: The next growth opportunity for Australia and New Zealand
Nearly 40% of firms have delayed growth plans as volatile power costs and supply fears squeeze investment across Australia and New Zealand.
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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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Purpose beyond profession: The impact of a career in tech
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Latest News
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Consents backlog whittled down but some waiting ten years
Long-delayed mining and resource applications are still pending on the West Coast, though the council has cut the queue to 43 from 199.
Satellite images reveal tide shifts along New Zealand coast
Flood risk can change by a metre over short stretches of New Zealand's coast, after researchers mapped tides from satellite images.
Gisborne council to explore campervan dump station after decade-long push
Pressure is mounting on Gisborne's tourism infrastructure, with councillors weighing a campervan waste site after years of complaints and a closure.
Rakaia's new water meters struggle with wi-fi reception
About a quarter of the Rakaia rollout cannot yet report readings, leaving Ashburton District Council unable to rely on the system for wider use.
Our Editorial Team
Every story is shaped by real people: journalists, editors and contributors.
Sean Mitchell
Publisher
Having started his career at Renaissance. Sean joined Apple in Melbourne for a number of years before working in the media space. This started with Review Publishing and later the tech publisher IDG Communications. In 2006 he was involved in the launch of The Channel magazine. As they say – the rest is history.
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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.
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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.
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