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Is it time to reinstate the Government Architect?
Data Analytics

Is it time to reinstate the Government Architect?

Thousands of new townhouses could be built without design oversight as rapid housing intensification looms across New Zealand's major cities.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Mon, 27th Jun 2022
A choice to shine or be left behind
Supply Chain

A choice to shine or be left behind

Infrastructure firms face growing pressure to prove climate and social value as stimulus spending, disclosures and stakeholder scrutiny intensify.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Sun, 12th Jun 2022
Infrastructure strategy cannot wait
Supply Chain

Infrastructure strategy cannot wait

Delaying action on the 30-year blueprint risks worsening New Zealand's 118,500-worker shortfall and $210 billion infrastructure gap.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 10th May 2022
A roadmap to better infrastructure
Supply Chain

A roadmap to better infrastructure

Local and central government backing will decide whether New Zealand's 30-year infrastructure strategy turns recommendations into real projects.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 2nd May 2022
Port of Tauranga project highlights need for fast-tracked consents
Supply Chain

Port of Tauranga project highlights need for fast-tracked consents

Supply chain bottlenecks could worsen as the port that handles 42% of New Zealand's container traffic faces a year of consent delays.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Apr 2022
Minimum wage increase – what you need to know
Human Capital Management

Minimum wage increase – what you need to know

Businesses face higher payroll costs from Friday as New Zealand’s adult minimum wage rises to GBP £21.20 an hour, with training rates also increasing.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 27th Mar 2022
Water sector a key player in managing climate change
Power / Energy

Water sector a key player in managing climate change

Poor sanitation and water management are emitting methane, while better policy could help cut climate pollution and expand clean energy.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022
New study reveals ballooning cost of resource consents
Data Analytics

New study reveals ballooning cost of resource consents

Smaller infrastructure projects are hit hardest, as consenting now costs $1.29 billion a year and delays have nearly doubled.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Dec 2021
How are supply issues impacting building projects?
Supply Chain

How are supply issues impacting building projects?

Delays and higher costs are looming for major infrastructure works as New Zealand struggles to secure enough gravel, timber, cement and steel.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Nov 2021
How are supply issues impacting infrastructure projects?
Data Analytics

How are supply issues impacting infrastructure projects?

Delays and cost pressures are looming for major works as New Zealand struggles to secure key construction materials, a new study finds.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Nov 2021
Analysing infrastructure strategy’s 67 recommendations
Supply Chain

Analysing infrastructure strategy’s 67 recommendations

Industry leaders say the draft 30-year plan could give New Zealand clearer funding, planning and delivery for vital infrastructure.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 5th Nov 2021
Red tape cut for high density housing
New Zealand Labour Party

Red tape cut for high density housing

The bill could unlock up to 105,500 extra homes in major cities by letting most sites add three storeys without resource consents.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Fri, 22nd Oct 2021
Climate resilience and sustainable planning
Risk & Compliance

Climate resilience and sustainable planning

Communities face rising flood and erosion risks as experts gather in Wellington to map practical adaptation plans for New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd Sep 2021
First rumbles of the death knoll for the RMA
Sustainability

First rumbles of the death knoll for the RMA

Public scrutiny begins on a replacement regime for the RMA, with the first draft aiming to speed planning and ease housing constraints.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Jul 2021
Will the reformed RMA actually help deliver more housing?
New Zealand Labour Party

Will the reformed RMA actually help deliver more housing?

Critics warn the draft overhaul could leave consenting slower and housebuilding harder, despite ministers promising a leaner planning regime.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Wed, 30th Jun 2021
Where does housing fit into Budget 2021?
Housing

Where does housing fit into Budget 2021?

Budget 2021’s housing package was welcomed, but experts warned it lacks the radical steps needed to help first-home buyers and renters.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Fri, 21st May 2021
New urban growth strategies gaining traction
Green Party

New urban growth strategies gaining traction

Councils face tighter rules and faster consents as New Zealand moves to boost housing supply, curb prices and fund infrastructure.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 12th May 2021
Review of local government presents major opportunity
Hybrid & Remote Work

Review of local government presents major opportunity

Councils could gain new powers and funding tools as a two-year review seeks to overhaul a system critics say is unfit for today’s demands.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 23rd Apr 2021

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