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How the government’s $6.8b transport spend-up will effect the property market

Auckland’s southern land values could rise as the transport package unlocks new homes, jobs and development, Colliers says.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2020

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New e-scooters arrive in Auckland after death of Lime, Wave

Neuron Mobility is one of four e-scooter companies with a licence to deploy across Auckland, bringing 880 bright orange scooters to the streets.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Jan 2020

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New hope for construction industry

New procurement rules could ease contract risk and cut legal costs, if agencies shift from lowest price to outcome-led construction deals.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 29th Sep 2019

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Watercare’s big construction partnership

The deal should improve certainty for contractors and could cut costs as Watercare pursues long-term savings and sustainability goals.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2019

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Aeromovel can reduce Auckland-Airport light rail budget by up to $5 billion

Questions over Auckland's airport rail spending have intensified as Aeromovel is pitched as a way to slash costs and delivery time dramatically.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2019

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Government action urgently needed for New Zealand’s housing

Auckland’s housing shortfall is worsening as consent and completion numbers slip, raising pressure on ministers to speed up land release.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 23rd Jun 2019

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Developers sought for central Takapuna transformation

The project will add a 3,000sqm town square and mixed-use buildings to central Takapuna, with work expected to begin from mid-2020.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 28th Mar 2019

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Embracing diversity is vital for a future focused infrastructure industry

Skills shortages are forcing infrastructure firms to widen hiring, as sector leaders say diversity and inclusion are key to future growth.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2019

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New Zealand’s largest infrastructure project takes top sustainability award

Auckland’s rail link has cut construction waste and emissions sharply, showing big infrastructure can hit sustainability targets while easing congestion.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 2nd Dec 2018

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New infrastructure financing scheme a major step forward

Private debt funding for roads and water in Milldale could ease New Zealand’s housing shortage, though buyers face annual charges.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 18th Nov 2018

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Fuel tax not the only way to fund transport

Road pricing and property levies are among the alternatives as petrol tax hikes end and transport funding gaps widen.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Oct 2018

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Spectacular waterfront stadium mooted for Auckland

Auckland ratepayers could avoid the bill for a 50,000-seat roofed stadium, as a business-backed plan links it to waterfront redevelopment.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 29th Oct 2018

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Airport rail solution still unclear

Auckland travellers may face years of uncertainty as officials weigh whether light rail or heavy rail best serves the airport link.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Oct 2018

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Penlink project underlines importance of independent infrastructure body

Delays to Penlink are prompting calls for clearer rules to speed up unsolicited infrastructure bids and attract more private investment.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Oct 2018

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Blockworks to show how New Zealand business is rapidly changing

Business and government leaders will hear how blockchain could improve data control, security and efficiency across key sectors at an Auckland conference.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Oct 2018

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Auckland Council and Unison honoured at RiskNZ annual awards

Auckland Council's risk culture overhaul has won national recognition, with Cecilia Tse and its team both taking top honours at RiskNZ's awards.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Sep 2018

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Building Nations Symposium about to get underway

More than 600 delegates will hear ministers, mayors and industry leaders discuss funding, transport and planning at Auckland’s biggest infrastructure conference.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Aug 2018