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Changing the way we plan infrastructure resilience

The report says Cyclone Gabrielle exposed how failures in power, water and communications can cascade across New Zealand's critical networks.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Oct 2023

Disaster Recovery

23 recommendations for the next government

New Zealand’s infrastructure sector is urging the incoming Government to speed up investment, reform planning and tap private capital.

By Staff Writer • 15 min read • Tue, 26th Sep 2023

Local Government

Legislative tweak opens door for inter-regional public transport

Councils will find it easier to coordinate cross-border routes after Parliament removed an exemption that had blocked them from regional transport plans.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 10th Sep 2023

Agricultural Technology

NIWA invests $5m in extreme weather research

Additional funding will boost flood forecasting and climate adaptation work after recent cyclones exposed gaps in New Zealand's resilience.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Aug 2023

Disaster Recovery

Keeping the politicians honest

With the election looming, contractors warn promises will mean little unless parties fund a clear pipeline of infrastructure work.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Jul 2023

Climate change

How lessons from the past can guide the way for infrastructure

A 30-year push to close the infrastructure backlog would absorb resources from schools and police, Dr Matthew Birchall warns.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Jul 2023

Supply Chain

More consideration needed for construction in emissions plan

Civil contractors warn the next emissions plan could slow vital infrastructure delivery unless it backs proven low-carbon options and recycling.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 13th Jul 2023

Climate change

Wellington hosts rail conference

Passenger rail could cut emissions and widen access, but chronic underinvestment and patchy national coordination still hold New Zealand back.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Jul 2023

Supply Chain

Harbour bridge closures ‘over-cautious’ after 2020 incident

Auckland businesses face repeated disruptions as the transport agency’s lower wind thresholds keep forcing Harbour Bridge closures and delays.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Jul 2023

Auckland Council

Government orchestrates takeover of Auckland suburbs

Auckland Council says it was blindsided as Kāinga Ora weighs taking over planning for suburbs on the light rail corridor, overriding local plans.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 30th Jun 2023

Downer

Waste concrete gets new life in Wellington transport project

The new paths should help Wellington residents travel more easily while diverting waste concrete and asphalt from landfill.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 26th Jun 2023

Public Sector

Stronger local government, less centralisation

Councils could gain new powers under a review urging the next Government to back localism and shared funding for infrastructure.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Jun 2023

Disaster Recovery

Infrastructure action plan brings almost nothing new to the table

Most of the Government’s 331 infrastructure actions are already underway, prompting calls for funded projects rather than more plans.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 7th Jun 2023

Disaster Recovery

Shortsightedness and poor planning lead to property buyouts

Ratepayers and taxpayers will help fund buyouts and flood defences for homes in areas hit by severe weather after years of underinvestment.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 6th Jun 2023

Auckland Council

Too much consultation, not enough action

Auckland Transport risks paralysis if it keeps seeking public input on tiny road changes already covered by approved plans.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 29th May 2023

Auckland Council

Pre-election conversations we need to be having

Infrastructure New Zealand wants parties to back simpler funding, congestion charging and stronger oversight to tackle the country's infrastructure deficit.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Fri, 26th May 2023