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Data crucial during skyrocketing construction prices

Homeowners may be underinsured as rebuilding costs in New Zealand hit record highs, with some code changes adding 5-20% to bills.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Apr 2023

Sustainability

Ventia appoints new senior

New Zealand clients may see broader infrastructure support as Ventia expands its local leadership with a newly created executive role.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Apr 2023

Risk & Compliance

TTM steering group appointees named

A new industry panel will shape New Zealand’s switch to risk-based roadworks safety rules, with 12 appointees chosen from 38 applicants.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Sun, 2nd Apr 2023

Supply Chain

Insolvency triggers record auction

Creditors will see proceeds from more than 350 pieces of late-model earthmoving kit sold in New Zealand's biggest insolvency auction of its kind.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 2nd Apr 2023

Customer Experience

Silverstripe appoints Tobias Oschwald as CEO

Silverstripe, a leading tech company in New Zealand, has named Tobias Oschwald as its new CEO, aiming to continue on its growth path.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Mar 2023

Auckland University of Technology

Auckland CBD’s Skyworld complex up for sale

Vacancy and redevelopment plans have cut Skyworld’s annual income to GBP £2.3 million, but the site could be reshaped into a major mixed-use precinct.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Mar 2023

Disaster Recovery

Second Auckland harbour crossing ‘stupidest transport project ever’

Public consultation on the Waitematā Harbour crossing begins with options costing up to GBP £12.5 billion and facing carbon concerns.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Thu, 30th Mar 2023

Risk & Compliance

Council sentenced for part in slide collapse

A father left with 11 surgeries after a 12-metre fall will receive reparation as the council is held accountable for safety lapses at the festival.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Mar 2023

Supply Chain

New Zealand 3D-prints first commercial building in southern hemisphere

Completed on time despite supply chain woes, the Hamilton project cut wall installation to just two and a half days using 3D-printed concrete.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Mar 2023

Commerce Commission

Inside Auckland Airport’s multi-billion-dollar redevelopment

Travellers will soon pass under one roof as the airport replaces its ageing 57-year-old domestic terminal in a NZD $3.9 billion rebuild.

By Staff Writer • 9 min read • Mon, 27th Mar 2023

New Zealand Labour Party

Training and minimum wage rises kick in this week

Around 222,900 workers will see higher pay from Friday as New Zealand’s minimum wage rises to NZD $22.70 an hour.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Sun, 26th Mar 2023

Data Analytics

How can technology help address water woes?

Poor water management could worsen shortages unless New Zealand uses IoT sensors and data to track use and cut waste, Alison Mackie says.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Mar 2023

Risk & Compliance

Top 9 health & safety risks in construction

Worksites remain vulnerable to falls, electrocution and fire, with the risk of serious injury or death still high without strict controls.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Wed, 22nd Mar 2023

Samsung

Samsung launches two new additions to its updated A series

Samsung introduces the A34 5G and A54 5G, offering high-quality features at a more affordable price range. Available in New Zealand from April 3rd.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Mar 2023

Risk & Compliance

Repeated machine guard failures ‘reprehensible’

A West Auckland bakery has been fined GBP £18,000 after two workers suffered severe hand injuries from unguarded machines.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Mar 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 • 3 min read • Sun, 19th Mar 2023

Auckland Council

Call for independent review into Auckland supercity amalgamation

Auckland ratepayers are facing renewed scrutiny of amalgamation as critics say bigger councils bring higher costs, weaker oversight and less local control.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Mar 2023