ACT pledges to stop power companies being broken apart, open up solar market
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Kiwi stories
City Rail Link boosts Auckland rail patronage to seven-year high
Passenger numbers on Auckland's network have surged back to 2019 levels as the new City Rail Link draws riders back after years of disruption.
Christchurch's Orana Wildlife Park could get $1 million grant from ratepayer funds
Ratepayers could help keep Christchurch's only open-range wildlife park afloat, as councillors weigh a NZD $1.2 million rescue package.
Auckland CBD height limits could be scrapped
The proposal could unlock 17,000 extra homes in Auckland's city centre while leaving viewshafts, sunlight and heritage rules intact.
Strengthening El Niño starting to be felt across Northland - regional council
Drier spring weather is now the most likely outcome for Northland as a strengthening El Niño starts to bite, the regional council says.
Proposed cell tower ruffles feathers in Twizel
Residents fear a third mast in Twizel's town centre could go up without consultation, as the council urges Connexa to talk to the community.
Controversial Ruakākā ocean sewage pipeline moves closer
Northland residents could see the first open-ocean treated wastewater outfall in over a decade, with final approvals due before year-end.
Ardern's infrastructure legacy wins cross-party backing
Cross-party backing for a 30-year infrastructure plan could curb election-year pork-barrel spending and improve value for money.
Editor Interviews
Conversations with technology leaders, founders and operators.
ABB: Renewables usage puts NZ in data centre sweet spot
Renewables are leaving New Zealand well placed for data centres, but ABB says grid upgrades and smarter use of existing assets are needed.
2 days ago
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
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.
17 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.
18 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.
21 days ago
The energy advantage: The next growth opportunity for Australia ...
28 days ago
Debunking the myths holding back asset performance management
5 months ago
The women winning in AI aren't the ones who had it all figured out
7 months ago
The silent skew: Confronting structural gender bias through data
7 months ago
Latest News
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Fixing historic, contentious Petone Wharf one step closer
Ratepayers are set to fund the first stage of the long-delayed $11.6 million repair, after demolition plans triggered a 6,000-name protest.
Council hits the accelerator on Rolleston ring-road roundabout
Residents may face higher borrowing costs if NZTA co-funding falls through, as the $5.37 million Rolleston roundabout is brought forward.
$14.9 million decision point for Whakatāne War Memorial Hall
Sports clubs will press Whakatāne councillors to back a single hall renewal plan, as staff warn phased works would prolong closures and raise costs.
Closed-door debate on new Masterton town hall
Councillors have backed an invited tender process for the project, with the new venue expected to be built within the remaining NZD $25 million budget.
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
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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