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A new approach to student accommodation shortage
Higher education

A new approach to student accommodation shortage

Auckland’s student housing squeeze is easing as a NZD $250 million complex adds 907 rooms and could set a national template.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Wed, 12th Apr 2023
Industrial property’s appeal continues
Supply Chain

Industrial property’s appeal continues

Vacancy remains near record lows as demand keeps industrial property attractive to investors, even as rising costs slow new development.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Mon, 10th Apr 2023
New Zealand’s infrastructure deficit — can the private sector bridge the gap?
Disaster Recovery

New Zealand’s infrastructure deficit — can the private sector bridge the gap?

Cyclone Gabrielle has deepened New Zealand's infrastructure shortfall, as officials say public funding alone cannot cover a NZD $210 billion gap.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 10th Apr 2023
Are exoskeletons the future of health & safety?
Data Analytics

Are exoskeletons the future of health & safety?

With injuries and labour shortages biting, wearable robotics are being trialled to cut strain, lift productivity and keep workers on the job.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Thu, 6th Apr 2023
Is the housing market a casualty of the Reserve Bank’s war on inflation?
Bank of New Zealand

Is the housing market a casualty of the Reserve Bank’s war on inflation?

Mortgage rates may already be near their peak, but new borrowers still face tough affordability tests and repricing pressure for months.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Apr 2023
Infrastructure New Zealand welcomes Nick Leggett as its new Chief Executive
Climate change

Infrastructure New Zealand welcomes Nick Leggett as its new Chief Executive

New Zealand's infrastructure deficit of USD $210 billion will face fresh scrutiny as Nick Leggett takes charge of the sector body on 24 April.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Apr 2023
Data crucial during skyrocketing construction prices
Disaster Recovery

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 • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Apr 2023
Ventia appoints new senior
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
TTM steering group appointees named
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
Insolvency triggers record auction
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
Silverstripe appoints Tobias Oschwald as CEO
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 CBD’s Skyworld complex up for sale
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
Second Auckland harbour crossing ‘stupidest transport project ever’
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
Council sentenced for part in slide collapse
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
New Zealand 3D-prints first commercial building in southern hemisphere
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 • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Mar 2023
Inside Auckland Airport’s multi-billion-dollar redevelopment
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
Training and minimum wage rises kick in this week
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
How can technology help address water woes?
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

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