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Construction protocols under Alert Level 3
Supply Chain

Construction protocols under Alert Level 3

New safety rules will let building sites reopen under Alert Level 3, helping protect workers and avoid a return to stricter lockdowns.

By Michael Curreen • 7 min read • Wed, 29th Apr 2020
Construction protocols under Alert Level Three
Supply Chain

Construction protocols under Alert Level Three

Construction firms now have detailed COVID-19 rules to resume work under Alert Level 3, aiming to protect workers and avoid a return to lockdown.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2020
73 Auckland projects ready after lockdown
Auckland Council

73 Auckland projects ready after lockdown

Construction jobs and council investment could restart quickly, as Auckland submits 73 infrastructure projects for the Government’s stimulus list.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Apr 2020
Construction industry post-lockdown – what you can do now to prepare
Digital Transformation

Construction industry post-lockdown – what you can do now to prepare

Jobs and cashflow are under pressure as New Zealand's construction sector braces for a slow restart after lockdown.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2020
CBD demolition and re-development delayed
Local Government

CBD demolition and re-development delayed

Lockdown has forced Invercargill Central to push back its planned opening, complicating talks with Farmers and bank financing for the project.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Apr 2020
Rapid construction restart holds key to economic recovery
Small Business

Rapid construction restart holds key to economic recovery

Cashflow support and clearer contract rules could help keep builders employed and speed New Zealand's economic recovery after the lockdown.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Apr 2020
Construction industry post-lockdown – what you can do now to prepare
Digital Transformation

Construction industry post-lockdown – what you can do now to prepare

One-third of construction jobs are at risk as firms brace for insolvencies and shift training and services online to survive the lockdown.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Apr 2020
The real test comes in the second half
Gaming

The real test comes in the second half

Bond markets and prolonged virus disruption could strain weaker firms, with airlines, shipping and non-food retail facing the biggest risk.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 6th Apr 2020
A 10-point infrastructure-led recovery plan for extraordinary times
Disaster Recovery

A 10-point infrastructure-led recovery plan for extraordinary times

Billions in COVID-19 spending could be used to unlock projects, create jobs and speed New Zealand’s economic recovery, Infrastructure NZ says.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Mar 2020
New Zealand to construct new city
Taxation

New Zealand to construct new city

Auckland's housing crisis could deepen if the Drury project fails to deliver affordable homes despite NZD $2.4 billion in transport spending.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Mar 2020
Are your contractors competent?
Risk & Compliance

Are your contractors competent?

Companies can face serious penalties if they hire untrained contractors, after a forestry worker suffered major chest injuries in Waitakere.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2020
Where is the government’s $12b infrastructure investment going?
Procurement

Where is the government’s $12b infrastructure investment going?

Contractors still need project-by-project details, with major transport work due to wind down within 18 months and risking industry capacity gaps.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2019
How this Kiwi-Aussie partnership is making breakthroughs in construction
Software-as-a-Service

How this Kiwi-Aussie partnership is making breakthroughs in construction

Contractors are already seeing clearer project oversight and faster reporting as the new Acuite-photoSentinel link feeds live camera data into dashboards.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2019
Dunedin property market still running hot
Housing

Dunedin property market still running hot

Tight housing supply and surging demand are pushing Dunedin values up 17% a year, with buyers still outpacing new listings.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2019
Why we need more ‘shovel-ready’ projects
Construction

Why we need more ‘shovel-ready’ projects

Civil contractors say the Government must back already designed transport works quickly to protect jobs as big projects finish.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2019
Taking the killer stress out of wire rope applications
Construction

Taking the killer stress out of wire rope applications

Wearlon sheaves can cut rope wear and maintenance, helping cranes, elevators and other plant stay safer for longer.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2019
Infrastructure Commission updates pipeline
Risk & Compliance

Infrastructure Commission updates pipeline

Greater transparency on future works could help New Zealand firms plan labour and capital as the pipeline tops USD $20 billion.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2019

Global Stories

Construction stories

Booming wearables market driven by construction industry, research finds
Construction

Booming wearables market driven by construction industry, research finds

The wearable tech industry, which is set to reach $54 billion by 2023, offers a significant opportunity for the construction industry.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2019