Hamilton Stories - Page 2

Kiwi Stories

Hamilton stories

The case for concrete roads

A new report says concrete could cut whole-of-life road costs by 17% and reduce maintenance, especially on busy freight routes.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024

Firewalls

Gallagher introduces the future-ready Controller C7000 Enhanced in NZ

Gallagher Security unveils its C7000 Enhanced controller in New Zealand, building on the success of its predecessor with advanced features for enhanced cybersecurity.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024

eLearning

Gallagher boosts training team with new instructional designers

Gallagher Security strengthens its training division with the appointment of James Robinson and Toni Fisher, aiming to elevate user engagement and competence.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024

Digital Entertainment

Gallagher Security appoints new digital & brand leaders

Gallagher Security appoints Tom Harding as Head of Digital and Hugo Parcell as Head of Brand and Creative, aiming to drive innovation and growth in marketing.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2024

Ministry for the Environment

Is the Te Huia train hitting its KPIs?

Patronage is rising and subsidy dependence is easing, bolstering the case for keeping the Auckland-Hamilton service running beyond its trial.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024

Cloud Services

Spark invests $15m in Waikato's digital infrastructure in NZ

Spark plans to invest over $15m into improving digital infrastructure in New Zealand's Waikato region, in conjunction with the University of Waikato.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Apr 2024

Productivity

Is our aversion to debt holding us back?

Record demand for New Zealand government bonds suggests ministers could borrow cheaply to tackle a $100 billion infrastructure gap.

By Staff Writer • 15 min read • Mon, 26th Feb 2024

Productivity

Dumping one Road of National Significance would pay for fast inter-city rail

Hourly Auckland-Hamilton rail could be built for the cost of one highway project, the commentator says, with freight also benefiting.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 19th Jan 2024

Supply Chain

Future of freight transport dead in the water

Rail freight between New Zealand's islands faces fresh strain after the Government scrapped the Interisland Project IREX, alarming exporters and ports.

By Staff Writer • 23 min read • Tue, 19th Dec 2023

EduTech

HCLTech graduates first digital apprentices in New Zealand, plans expansion

HCLTech celebrates the graduation of its first group of digital apprentices in New Zealand and plans to expand the program.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sun, 5th Nov 2023

eCommerce

Transport infrastructure to boom under new government

A $24.8 billion roads and public transport plan could give builders more certainty and lift jobs, commerce and regional growth.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Oct 2023

Supply Chain

$60m inland port welcomes first freight trains

The new Hamilton facility could cut cargo costs by up to 30% and shift Upper North Island freight off roads and onto rail.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 4th Aug 2023

Climate change

Wellington hosts rail conference

Passenger rail could cut emissions and widen access, but chronic underinvestment and patchy national coordination still hold New Zealand back.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Jul 2023

Climate change

New Zealand cities losing their leaves

Urban trees and gardens are shrinking as intensification raises heat, flooding and liveability risks for New Zealand’s cities.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 19th Mar 2023

Hybrid & Remote Work

Future of inter-regional train travel in New Zealand

Passengers could miss out unless new inter-regional rail is funded sustainably, as Infrastructure New Zealand urges a focus on maintenance and existing metro upgrades.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Oct 2022

Auckland Council

Cities being pushed into intensification

Councils face tighter deadlines as new rules could bring taller housing to city centres and transit hubs, raising pressure on infrastructure.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Mon, 9th May 2022

Global Stories

Hamilton stories

Clean technologies

Malabar Gold & Diamonds to open three showrooms in New Zealand

Malabar Gold & Diamonds is set to expand into New Zealand with a NZD $75 million investment, opening three showrooms across the country.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025

Sports

Linda McConnell appointed head of product marketing at Gallagher

Linda McConnell will take on the role of Head of Product Marketing at Gallagher Security in December 2024, bringing over 15 years of industry experience.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Jan 2025