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Cost growth slows across both commercial and residential bands
Supply Chain

Cost growth slows across both commercial and residential bands

Construction costs eased as diesel prices fell, though plumbing and carpentry still rose and Middle East tensions could keep volatility in play.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Last month
Gallagher wins awards for Harriet Sommerville, AccessNow
Software-as-a-Service

Gallagher wins awards for Harriet Sommerville, AccessNow

The twin honours underline Gallagher Security's standing in New Zealand's security market, with its staff and software both recognised.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last month
Gallagher Security launches podcast on access control
Digital Transformation

Gallagher Security launches podcast on access control

Security teams and IT departments are being pulled closer together as access control becomes part of wider digital infrastructure.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Jun 2026
Construction costs edge up despite fuel pressure relief
Construction

Construction costs edge up despite fuel pressure relief

Fuel savings have eased some site costs, but rising timber, cladding and pipework prices kept construction inflation in positive territory.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 14th Jun 2026
Medium-term market consolidation expected from constrained budget
Manufacturing

Medium-term market consolidation expected from constrained budget

Wellington landlords face higher vacancy and weaker rents as Budget 2026 triggers a public sector office shake-up and slower growth.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sun, 14th Jun 2026
Gallagher Security launches New Zealand hiring drive
DevOps

Gallagher Security launches New Zealand hiring drive

Up to 100 roles will open this year as the Hamilton-based firm expands software, testing and product teams for its Command Centre platform.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Apr 2026
Aimer Farming appoints Shane Nolan as Chief Revenue Officer
Agricultural Technology

Aimer Farming appoints Shane Nolan as Chief Revenue Officer

Aimer Farming names agritech veteran Shane Nolan chief revenue officer as it targets rapid growth for its AIMER pasture tool.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2026
Kicking the can down the road as Te Huia gets thrown a lifeline
Auckland Transport

Kicking the can down the road as Te Huia gets thrown a lifeline

A year’s reprieve gives the Hamilton–Auckland train until 2027 to lift patronage, or risk losing its funding once the trial ends.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sat, 14th Mar 2026
Lime rolls out shared e-scooters & e-bikes in Wellington
Smart Cities

Lime rolls out shared e-scooters & e-bikes in Wellington

Lime launches shared e-scooters in Wellington ahead of next month's LimeBike debut, promising affordable, low-carbon urban travel.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Mar 2026
Spark & Icehouse launch free AI workshops for SMEs
Digital Transformation

Spark & Icehouse launch free AI workshops for SMEs

Spark and Icehouse will run free nationwide AI and productivity workshops to help New Zealand SMEs lift performance and overcome tech barriers.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Feb 2026
Why not rail
Supply Chain

Why not rail

Rail’s economic case is growing, but deferred upgrades and an ageing workforce threaten reliable services and future freight gains.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Wed, 21st Jan 2026
'Speed dating' scheme for recruits goes nationwide
Wintec

'Speed dating' scheme for recruits goes nationwide

A “speed dating” style Earn as You Learn scheme linking paid factory work and study is to expand nationwide after a strong Waikato trial.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Fri, 12th Dec 2025
This Christmas brings gaming, wellbeing & experience gifts
Gaming

This Christmas brings gaming, wellbeing & experience gifts

This Christmas features gifts for gamers, fitness fans and foodies, plus experience tickets and charity merch supporting girls' sports in NZ schools.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025
Kiwi Rail asked to tighten its belt
KiwiRail

Kiwi Rail asked to tighten its belt

Commuter and freight reliability in Auckland and Wellington is being prioritised as KiwiRail trims spending by USD $200 million over three years.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 11th Nov 2025
Buy the right school zone to boost property value
Property Market

Buy the right school zone to boost property value

Buyers in top school zones are paying up to 89 percent more, with Auckland’s Epsom Girls’ Grammar leading the premium, data shows.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 20th Oct 2025

Global Stories

Hamilton stories

Rockwell Automation names new New Zealand country boss
DevOps

Rockwell Automation names new New Zealand country boss

Rockwell Automation has named Shane Riley as New Zealand country manager, succeeding Mike Greig amid a wider reshuffle of its regional leadership.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Feb 2026
Malabar Gold & Diamonds expands to New Zealand with USD $75m plan
Clean technologies

Malabar Gold & Diamonds expands to New Zealand with USD $75m plan

Malabar Gold & Diamonds has launched its first New Zealand store in Auckland, kicking off a USD $75m expansion across the country and creating over 80 jobs.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Mon, 13th Oct 2025

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