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Kiwi stories
Six minutes, four directors, one mission: New water body's first meeting
Residents will judge Marlborough Waters by whether they can trust tap water, as the new board begins recruiting a chief executive.
$10m for new SH25 bridge hoped to alleviate Coromandel traffic pains
Traffic on the Coromandel's busy SH25 should ease next year, as NZTA replaces the ageing Ramarama Stream Bridge for NZD $10 million.
Taupō sports venue gets $5.3 million sports hub
Funding for Taupō's lower fields now gives visiting teams accessible changing rooms, toilets and a dining room ahead of major tournaments.
US, New Zealand to upgrade Cook Islands' Penrhyn port
Safer landings and stronger shipping links are expected for remote Penrhyn after the United States and New Zealand pledged funding for a port upgrade.
Superette owner on the brink of bankruptcy after nine months of roadworks
Nine months of closures on Taradale Road have cut takings by up to 40 percent, leaving one Marewa superette owner fearing bankruptcy.
'Authors of Buller's misfortune': Flood protection funding bid fails
Westport's flood defences face further delay after a USD $6.7 million Government funding bid was turned down, widening the scheme shortfall.
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.
9 days ago
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.
10 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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Repairing historic Tararua bridge costs more than replacement
Ratepayers may face a cheaper bill by replacing the 97-year-old Alfredton bridge, after repair estimates climbed above the cost of a new structure.
Tauranga councillor Glen Crowther says he was required to view landslide files in supervised room
Access to Tauranga council records is under scrutiny after Glen Crowther said he had to review landslide files in a supervised room without notes.
$10m for new SH25 bridge hoped to alleviate Coromandel traffic pains
Motorists on State Highway 25 should see fewer bottlenecks from next year as NZTA replaces the ageing Ramarama Stream Bridge with a two-lane crossing.
Wellington stadium says it can't afford $42m maintenance bill for the next decade
Falling corporate suites and memberships are leaving Wellington's regional stadium unable to fund a GBP £42 million maintenance programme itself.
Our Editorial Team
Every story is shaped by real people: journalists, editors and contributors.
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.
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.
Donovan Jackson
Interview Editor
Fascinated by the technology industry after a visit to a Computer Faire in 1998, Donovan Jackson first worked as a public relations consultant for enterprise software and hardware distribution companies in 2000, then as a journalist for IDG-affiliated channel and trade publications, and as a producer of commercial content as an agency owner through the 2000s and 2010s. He has served as ITBrief editor in the last days of the printed magazine, and has a long association with IndustrialDay as a contributor to special projects. Donovan has wide interests spanning technology, philosophy, bicycles, literature, psychology, motorcycles, travel, geography, history, general knowledge, and various combinations of these and other subjects.
Jake MacAndrew
Interview Editor
Jake MacAndrew started off writing breaking news hits in his early days as a journalist. Since those late nights on the pulse for local breakthroughs, he has written stories on many topics, from cybersecurity education in Ukraine to the investment potential of fine wines. With each story Jake writes, no matter the topic, in-depth and accurate reporting is key.
Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin
News Editor
A passionate gamer with a strong love for manga, webtoons, and binge-worthy series. With one year of professional experience in editing and publishing, bringing a sharp editorial eye and a deep appreciation for storytelling, focusing on creating and refining content that connects with modern audiences.
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