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Campaign launched against ‘undemocratic’ RMA reform
Agricultural Technology

Campaign launched against ‘undemocratic’ RMA reform

Critics say the reform could lift housing and infrastructure costs by stripping councils of planning powers and deepening court battles.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Fri, 12th May 2023
‘Green shoots’ emerge in declining property market
Bank of New Zealand

‘Green shoots’ emerge in declining property market

First home buyers are showing renewed interest as easing lending rules and softer prices create opportunities in New Zealand’s slow market.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Fri, 12th May 2023
The Icehouse Welcomes New Heavy-Hitting Board Members
Not for profit

The Icehouse Welcomes New Heavy-Hitting Board Members

New Zealand business growth organization, The Icehouse, welcomes Two new board members, Lindsay Zwart and Steven Joyce.

By Laura Valencia • 2 min read • Thu, 11th May 2023
Easy Crypto appoints ONZM Mitchell Pham to its Board
EduTech

Easy Crypto appoints ONZM Mitchell Pham to its Board

New Zealand-based cryptocurrency platform, Easy Crypto, has appointed officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit, Khoa Dang Pham, to its board.

By Laura Valencia • 2 min read • Wed, 10th May 2023
Company failures leave builder in wheelchair
Risk & Compliance

Company failures leave builder in wheelchair

A preventable fall from an unguarded void has left one builder paralysed and unable to work, prompting hefty fines for two firms.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 10th May 2023
What does the future look like for housing in New Zealand?
Hybrid & Remote Work

What does the future look like for housing in New Zealand?

Higher costs are pushing home ownership further out of reach, as New Zealand buyers favour central, higher-quality housing and amenity.

By Michael Curreen • 10 min read • Tue, 9th May 2023
Construction micro-credentials to encourage job-seekers
eLearning

Construction micro-credentials to encourage job-seekers

Job-seekers can now gain entry-level trade skills in months as BCITO and Waihanga Ara Rau roll out five new construction micro-credentials.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 9th May 2023
Average New Zealand house price back to $900,000
Northland

Average New Zealand house price back to $900,000

Values are still falling in several centres, but slower declines and firmer migration are hinting the market may be nearing bottom.

By Michael Curreen • 17 min read • Tue, 9th May 2023
Big changes to common construction contract
Law

Big changes to common construction contract

A long-awaited overhaul of New Zealand’s most used building contract is intended to cut disputes and improve fairness across the sector.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Tue, 9th May 2023
Tagalog safety training a success
Education, Learning & Training

Tagalog safety training a success

Engagement rose among Filipino construction workers after MATES in Construction New Zealand's first Tagalog mental health training, staff said.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Fri, 5th May 2023
Digital Innovator Matt Orange appointed Woods' GM of Data Products & Services
Artificial Intelligence

Digital Innovator Matt Orange appointed Woods' GM of Data Products & Services

Woods, a New Zealand-based multidisciplinary consultancy firm, has appointed Matt Orange as GM of Data Products & Services to expand its focus.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Thu, 4th May 2023
Quick guide to work-related musculoskeletal disorders
Risk & Compliance

Quick guide to work-related musculoskeletal disorders

Poor workplace design and repetitive tasks can trigger aches, injuries and chronic pain, with risk rising as more factors combine.

By Michael Curreen • 7 min read • Wed, 3rd May 2023
Code of Practice replaced for road work sites
Risk & Compliance

Code of Practice replaced for road work sites

Road workers and motorists could face fewer delays as traffic management shifts to site-specific risk assessments under new guidance.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 1st May 2023
New listings lowest on record for April
Property Market

New listings lowest on record for April

Potential sellers are holding back as tight credit and uncertain interest rates drive April new listings to record lows nationwide.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Mon, 1st May 2023
Infrastructure NZ releases policy positions
Māori

Infrastructure NZ releases policy positions

With New Zealand facing a $210 billion infrastructure deficit, the lobby is urging wider use of private capital and reforms to local funding.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 1st May 2023

Global Stories

New Zealand (NZ) stories

Amelia Adds Two Senior Sales & Channel Alliances appointments in ANZ
Unified Communications

Amelia Adds Two Senior Sales & Channel Alliances appointments in ANZ

Amelia, an enterprise AI leader, has appointed Brendan Maree as Senior Sales Director and Samuel La Macchia as Director of Partners and Alliances.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Tue, 9th May 2023
Former GCHQ cyber security head appointed as UK CyberCX chairman
Cloud Security

Former GCHQ cyber security head appointed as UK CyberCX chairman

CyberCX announces the appointment of Ciaran Martin as chairman in UK as part of their strategy to expand their presence in the global market.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Thu, 4th May 2023
Telesmart appoints Steve Price as New Sales Manager
Customer Relationship Management

Telesmart appoints Steve Price as New Sales Manager

Telesmart appoints Steve Price as Sales Manager to lead the sales team and revenue growth for managed cloud, voice and network services.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd May 2023