New ZealandGovt reduces red tape for DIYersDIYers will be able to undertake more minor work without red tape and builders will be forced to stand by their work, under law changes.12 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandMinister: ACC's handling of abuse victims poorACC has handled the issue of counselling for sexual abuse victims badly, Nick Smith says.12 Aug 12:15 AM
Opinion<i>Chris Barton:</i> New Zealand's broadband: Bring it on at the speed of lightAnyone calling for a cost-benefit analysis doesn't understand the internet.11 Aug 05:30 PM
ConstructionRugby World Cup has Hawkins busyHawkins Construction gets a boost from government spending.10 Aug 05:30 PM
Personal FinanceStrength in telco networking numbersWhen it comes to getting the biggest bang for the broadband buck, it seems playing nicely with our mates across the ditch may be NZ's best strategy.10 Aug 05:30 PM
EconomyIwi wants a slice of infrastructure actionMark Solomon and Ngai Tahu have embraced the notion of investing in SOEs, writes Graeme Hunt.10 Aug 05:30 PM
Economy<i>Stephen Selwood</i>: Growth focus for next infrastructure planAs the focus turns from bridging the infrastructure deficit to building the 'nation for the future', there are gritty issues to be addressed, writes Stephen Selwood.10 Aug 05:30 PM
EconomyFund gets ready for PPP projectsFund manager Peter Coman says the PIP Fund is interested in investing in the new Wiri prison public-private partnership but not if it includes managing prisoners as part of the package.10 Aug 05:30 PM
EconomyAustralian model provides pointersOur transtasman neighbour has the jump on us when it comes to public-private partnerships, writes Graeme Hunt.10 Aug 05:30 PM
Freight and logisticsScandinavia's top modelsInstead of looking to Australian PPP failures, we could follow the example of Sweden and Denmark, reports Nick Smith.10 Aug 05:30 PM
ConstructionChinese look to make inroads into motorway projectsChinese firms are eyeing local roading contracts, but some builders are voicing concern, report Anne Gibson and Fran O'Sullivan.10 Aug 05:30 PM
TechnologyEfficiency at the flick of a switchMany countries are moving ahead with smart-grid technology, but New Zealand is lagging a little way behind.10 Aug 05:30 PM
