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Strong support for new home quality verification tool

The revised standard aims to speed approvals for volume builders while reducing compliance costs and lifting the quality of new homes.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 26th Jul 2017

Firewalls

Cities will become more desirable when IoT takes hold

Safer streets and lower running costs are among the gains researchers say connected sensors could bring to New Zealand's urban centres.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 9th Jul 2017

DataCentre infrastructure

Volvo XC60 becomes the king of SUVs at the auto express awards

This SUV is an electric-hybrid filled to the brim with the latest car technology, including some self-driving capabilities...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Jul 2017

Power / Energy

Majors seek to capture renewables market

Oil and gas groups face pressure to diversify as analysts forecast wind and solar could absorb more capital by 2030, despite limited production gains.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017

Power / Energy

Electric car market sparking up as all vehicle sales rise

Charging networks and low running costs are helping New Zealand’s electric car uptake, as registrations hit a monthly record and sales broadened.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017

Construction

New Zealand homes gradually going green

More homebuyers are seeking healthier, more efficient houses, with Homestar registrations rising tenfold in three years to 6,700.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 29th Jun 2017

Construction

What’s the future of housing in New Zealand?

Housing shortages, leaky homes and soaring land costs are forcing New Zealand to rethink design, building methods and quality.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Wed, 28th Jun 2017

Construction

25 King takes the sustainable construction crown

The Brisbane tower’s timber frame is expected to cut carbon emissions and set a new benchmark for large-scale office developments.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 27th Jun 2017

Construction

Groundbreaking house scores perfect green mark

For buyers, the result signals lower running costs and healthier living, as the house earns New Zealand’s first perfect Homestar version 3 rating.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 6th Jun 2017

Facilities management

Living greenwalls better than fake alternatives

Fake greenwalls may pose fire and allergy risks in offices, as a pioneer urges property managers to choose living walls instead.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 31st May 2017

Facilities management

Dated office block now an energy-smart show stopper

Occupants in Wellington’s Aorangi House are seeing lower energy use and better comfort after a 1970s block was refurbished for efficiency.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 30th May 2017

Sustainability

BRANZ releases three updated guides

Updated guidance now covers energy efficiency, photovoltaics and greywater reuse for New Zealand’s building trade.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Sun, 28th May 2017

Construction

More organisations going green

Demand for sustainable buildings in New Zealand is surging, with five more major organisations joining the Green Building Council.

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

Real estate

Property Industry Awards nominations announced

A record 82 projects are in contention for New Zealand’s top property prizes, with winners to be revealed at a sold-out Auckland gala.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd May 2017

Facilities management

Embedded electricity supply brings benefits

The switch is expected to cut operating costs and lift asset values across Precinct Properties' Auckland and Wellington portfolio.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd May 2017

Clean technologies

Greens call for halt to scrapping of electric trains

New Zealand could face higher rail costs and more breakdowns after KiwiRail was warned diesel replacements may be pricier and less reliable than electrics.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 15th May 2017

Power / Energy