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Time to ban hazardous kiwifruit spray?
Agricultural Technology

Time to ban hazardous kiwifruit spray?

Public submissions have opened on a five-year phase-out of the spray, which regulators say poses health and environmental risks for orchard workers.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Oct 2021
Digital strategy for New Zealand long overdue
Digital Transformation

Digital strategy for New Zealand long overdue

Missed skills and implementation gaps could leave New Zealand's first digital strategy in nearly 20 years unable to lift growth or productivity.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Oct 2021
Bill proposes changes to construction contracts
Risk & Compliance

Bill proposes changes to construction contracts

Wider definitions of retention money could expose principals, head contractors and directors to fines of up to NZD $200,000 under the bill.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 10th Oct 2021
Housing market momentum continues to wane
Bank of New Zealand

Housing market momentum continues to wane

Property values rose 1.4% nationally in September, but activity is easing as tighter lending and higher rates weigh on buyers.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Sun, 10th Oct 2021
OCR rise won’t deter first home buyers as rent increases continue
GFC

OCR rise won’t deter first home buyers as rent increases continue

Higher mortgage costs are unlikely to deter first-time buyers while rents keep climbing and remain above many monthly loan repayments.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Oct 2021
Rapid Covid tests finally get the go-ahead
Ministry of Health

Rapid Covid tests finally get the go-ahead

The rollout begins in Auckland hospitals and for travellers, as ministers face criticism for delaying quicker Covid detection by over a year.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Oct 2021
Multi-purpose, safer, faster telehandlers increase productivity
Productivity

Multi-purpose, safer, faster telehandlers increase productivity

Compact New Zealand construction sites are gaining safer, faster handling as rotating telehandlers replace multiple machines and cut transport times.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Oct 2021
Landlords to be forced to provide rent relief
Hybrid & Remote Work

Landlords to be forced to provide rent relief

Property groups warn the proposal could let well-funded firms seek cuts, leaving the most vulnerable tenants with less support.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Sun, 3rd Oct 2021
Six strategies to manage cash flow during COVID-19
Human Capital Management

Six strategies to manage cash flow during COVID-19

Small businesses facing COVID-19 revenue shocks are being urged to seek wage subsidies, tax relief and rent negotiations to stay afloat.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Fri, 1st Oct 2021
Concerns rental market will worsen following tax changes
Property Market

Concerns rental market will worsen following tax changes

Tenants could face higher rents and fewer homes as landlords lose interest deductibility from Friday, industry figures warn.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Sep 2021
Housing crisis could be to blame for spike in Covid cases
University of Otago

Housing crisis could be to blame for spike in Covid cases

Overcrowded emergency housing is increasingly being linked to new infections as officials warn the delta variant is spreading among vulnerable groups.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Sep 2021
Most profitable suburbs revealed
Property Market

Most profitable suburbs revealed

Property values have surged nationwide, leaving first-home buyers facing tougher affordability as almost every New Zealand suburb gained at least 10%.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Mon, 27th Sep 2021
Priming your business for post-lockdown recovery
Data Analytics

Priming your business for post-lockdown recovery

Small firms are turning lockdown downtime into new services, digital events and broader product ranges to aid recovery.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Mon, 27th Sep 2021
Latest lockdown puts ongoing strain on construction
Supply Chain

Latest lockdown puts ongoing strain on construction

Construction firms in Auckland face a 57% drop in jobs created as lockdowns, border closures and supply shocks squeeze margins.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 27th Sep 2021
Auckland to Christchurch rail service will tackle supply chain issues
Supply Chain

Auckland to Christchurch rail service will tackle supply chain issues

Businesses facing port delays will gain extra freight capacity as KiwiRail adds a weekday Auckland-Christchurch service from early October.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Sep 2021
Best Design Awards 2021 – Schneider Electric trifecta
Internet of Things

Best Design Awards 2021 – Schneider Electric trifecta

Consumer demand for stylish smart switches has put three Schneider Electric PDL products among finalists at New Zealand's Best Design Awards.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Sep 2021
Build-to-rent finally gaining traction in New Zealand
Sustainability

Build-to-rent finally gaining traction in New Zealand

Housing pressure is driving New Zealand's first large-scale build-to-rent scheme, with 295 apartments planned for Sylvia Park in Auckland.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Sep 2021
Protocols key to keep construction working during pandemic
Risk & Compliance

Protocols key to keep construction working during pandemic

Clear, up-to-date Covid-19 protocols have helped construction firms keep working safely through Alert Level changes, industry leaders say.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Sep 2021

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