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Waterview Tunnel set to open early July

The opening will complete most of Auckland’s Western Ring Route, giving commuters and freight a faster link across the city from early July.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Jun 2017

Auckland Council

Auckland Taskforce report recommends major changes

Auckland’s housing shortage could worsen unless councils and ministers act on proposals to speed building, free land and improve consenting.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 12th Jun 2017

Customer Experience

Auckland Airport announces billion-dollar investment

Passengers should see faster journeys and improved terminals as the airport spends about NZD $1.8 billion on upgrades through 2022.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Jun 2017

Procurement

Infrastructure NZ report suggests streamlining

New Zealand could stretch its GBP £16 billion infrastructure push further by copying Scotland’s simpler planning and delivery model, Infrastructure NZ says.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Jun 2017

Auckland Council

Auckland road pricing moves a step closer

Congestion charging in Auckland is now under formal review, with officials warning the city’s gridlock is hurting productivity and business.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Jun 2017

Auckland Council

Demand must be balanced with investment

Auckland’s funding shortfall may force motorway tolls sooner, as infrastructure leaders warn road pricing must also pay for investment.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 7th Jun 2017

Schools

Billion-dollar Budget boost

New roads, rail and schools will be funded as the government lifts capital spending by USD $4 billion in Budget 2017.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 26th May 2017

Supply Chain

Budget commitment to rail welcomed

The funding will help keep freight and commuter services reliable, while supporting recovery works and safety upgrades across KiwiRail’s network.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 25th May 2017

Opus

Plain English helps fight against corrosion

Plain English can help asset owners weigh repair costs and safety risks, as corrosion experts warn of rising deterioration across key infrastructure.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 22nd May 2017

Unified Communications

Five becomes one as Datacom consolidates into new Auckland office

Datacom is bringing staff from five Auckland office together in one large complex in a move it says will foster greater collaboration and creativity.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd May 2017

Power / Energy

Women key target to boost infrastructure numbers

A looming shortage of 25,000 workers has prompted calls to widen recruitment, as women still make up less than 4 per cent of trainees.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 21st May 2017

EFTPOS

Keeping Auckland moving while building a railway

A temporary bridge will keep traffic and utilities running at one of New Zealand’s busiest intersections as Auckland’s rail tunnel is dug beneath it.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 17th May 2017

DevOps

NZQA registration withdrawal proves it will not tolerate poor education provision

The New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) has withdrawn the registration of Linguis International Institute, a private training establishment.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 17th May 2017

Auckland Council

Step change needed to support Auckland housing boost

More investment in roads, pipes and transport is needed or Auckland’s networks will struggle to cope with 34,500 new homes.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 16th May 2017

Data Analytics

How Coliban Water systems has transformed SCADA data analysis

Water utilities could improve asset management after a Coliban Water manager outlines virtual tags for analysing SCADA data at an Auckland conference.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 10th May 2017