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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
Insights into a post-Covid-19 world
Digital Transformation

Insights into a post-Covid-19 world

Remote work, home schooling and digital healthcare could outlast the pandemic, reshaping cities, travel and emissions for years to come.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2020
How the government’s $6.8b transport spend-up will effect the property market
Auckland Council

How the government’s $6.8b transport spend-up will effect the property market

Auckland’s southern land values could rise as the transport package unlocks new homes, jobs and development, Colliers says.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 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
Housing

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
Why inclusive cities are among our top planning challenges
Smart Cities

Why inclusive cities are among our top planning challenges

Youth, immigrants and urban Maori are most at risk as planners warn New Zealand must better reflect its diverse communities.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 1st Mar 2020
$12 billion infrastructure programme announced
Schools

$12 billion infrastructure programme announced

New roads, rail, schools and hospitals should help address years of underinvestment, though critics question whether USD $12 billion is enough.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2020
The Orbit – Canada’s ‘city of the future’
Smart Cities

The Orbit – Canada’s ‘city of the future’

Approval of the Orbit plan could see Innisfil grow from 37,000 people to 150,000 while limiting sprawl and preserving farmland.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2020
New Zealand’s four day week phenomenon hits bookshelves worldwide
Hybrid & Remote Work

New Zealand’s four day week phenomenon hits bookshelves worldwide

The book’s release comes as employers worldwide trial shorter weeks, chasing higher productivity and better staff wellbeing.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2020
Is tourism destroying New Zealand?
University of Canterbury

Is tourism destroying New Zealand?

Rising visitor numbers are putting New Zealand’s lakes, tracks and towns under strain, with a watchdog warning current policy will not curb damage.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 10th Jan 2020
Rail’s big comeback
Supply Chain

Rail’s big comeback

Long-term upgrades to tracks, trains and ferries could finally be unlocked as the government shifts rail funding away from annual budget battles.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 6th 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
Sydney’s and Adelaide’s ‘liveable city’ urban plans have one big flaw
Smart Cities

Sydney’s and Adelaide’s ‘liveable city’ urban plans have one big flaw

Researchers say both plans favour congestion relief and global image over health equity, leaving outer suburbs short-changed.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2019
Planning for terrorist and vehicle attacks on public spaces
Physical Security

Planning for terrorist and vehicle attacks on public spaces

Crowds at New Year’s Eve and major events are prompting calls for hidden anti-ram barriers and bollards to secure open public spaces.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2019
Emerging challenges in Australia’s infrastructure
Smart Cities

Emerging challenges in Australia’s infrastructure

Australia faces a 1 percent of GDP infrastructure gap as rapid city growth, labour shortages and slower productivity strain new projects.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2019
Is the Government’s urban development policy doomed to fail?
Data Analytics

Is the Government’s urban development policy doomed to fail?

Poor housing outcomes and pressure on infrastructure could deepen unless councils, central government and industry align on urban growth planning.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2019
Should Auckland’s port relocate to Northland?
Supply Chain

Should Auckland’s port relocate to Northland?

Auckland could gain valuable waterfront land and Northland secure a major jobs boost if the freight port is shifted, but the bill is likely to run to billions.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2019
Aeromovel can reduce Auckland-Airport light rail budget by up to $5 billion
Auckland Council

Aeromovel can reduce Auckland-Airport light rail budget by up to $5 billion

Questions over Auckland's airport rail spending have intensified as Aeromovel is pitched as a way to slash costs and delivery time dramatically.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2019
Infrastructure sector calls for transformational government reform
Law

Infrastructure sector calls for transformational government reform

Three-quarters of industry leaders want central and local government to overhaul how they work, amid warnings that infrastructure delivery is lagging.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 15th Sep 2019