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Landmark Nelson pub peninsula property for sale

A 1.3ha freehold site in Monaco, anchored by The Honest Lawyer pub, offers rental income and future development upside for buyers.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2017

Software-as-a-Service

Kiwi software enhances Pūhoi to Warkworth project

A cloud-based compliance platform is giving the NZ Transport Agency, Auckland Council and contractor a single live view of consents on the $709.5m motorway.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2017

Human Capital Management

Wellbeing toolkit aims to create flourishing workplaces

New guidance aims to lift engagement and productivity as employers are urged to tackle mental health risks in the workplace.

By Geoff • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2017

AR, VR & Metaverse

Sony's new phone boasts a 3D camera, should Kiwis care?

Sony Mobile's new Xperia XZ1 hits New Zealand, offering groundbreaking 3D scanning technology. Will this feature capture Kiwi interest?.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2017

Smart Cities

Collaborative consents process exactly what is needed

More than 20 councils joining GoShift could cut delays and costs for builders, developers and homeowners across New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Oct 2017

University of Otago

New research shows surge in outdoor smokefree action

Councils and businesses are widening smoke-free zones across New Zealand, as researchers say current laws are lagging behind overseas standards.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Oct 2017

Solar power

Commuters rejoice: Hamilton transport system gets a tech upgrade

Hamilton's commute leaps into the future with new eStop displays offering live bus updates, a first in New Zealand's smart transport tech.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Oct 2017

Risk & Compliance

Risk present in all work spaces

A Rangiora Carpets worker suffered significant injuries after a 2.5-metre fall, prompting a warning to assess rarely used storage areas.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Sun, 8th Oct 2017

Property Market

Apartment living sparks self-storage boom

Auckland’s self-storage operators are benefiting as apartment living lifts demand, with average occupancy holding at 90.46 per cent and fees rising 4.18 per cent.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 8th Oct 2017

Supply Chain

KiwiRail wins Excellence in Business Support Award

Resilient freight links and export partnerships helped the rail operator secure the top honour after disruption tested New Zealand’s supply chain.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 8th Oct 2017

Risk & Compliance

Sparking a successful safety programme

More than 250,000km a year is now being covered under tighter controls as meter readers at King Country Energy log hazards and use GPS, SOS buttons and training.

By Geoff • 4 min read • Thu, 5th Oct 2017

Drones

Set phasers to kill: Drones could be used to zap weeds

New Zealand's war on weeds gets high-tech as drones armed with lasers secure a £1m bid to tackle the nation's rampant billion-dollar weed issue.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Oct 2017

Education, Learning & Training

On-site crane training programmes launched

Technicians across Asia-Pacific will gain hands-on safety and maintenance skills, as older cranes are checked for faults and standards gaps.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Oct 2017

Physical Security

Simply Group Deloitte’s business awards finalists

The two finalists will compete in Auckland for national recognition after Simply Group’s utility and energy arms earned Deloitte Fast50 spots.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Oct 2017

Supply Chain

Port insurance charges rile truckies

Truck operators face higher costs as Napier port passes on surging insurance premiums after earthquake damage lifted its own bills.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Oct 2017

Construction

New non-invasive ground improvement solution

Property owners facing subsidence can now avoid major rebuilds as resin injection offers a cheaper, less disruptive way to steady sinking foundations.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Oct 2017