New Zealand'Fantastic news': Leaders welcome progress on Northland expresswayThe new road is likely to be tolled, according to Transport Minister Chris Bishop.23 Apr 05:00 PM
PoliticsWatch: Transport Minister on new four-lane highway to WhangāreiThe Brynderwyn Hills section is expected to pass to the east of the current route. 22 Apr 11:04 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Health system announcement may be piecemeal repairsOPINION: It sounds really good – until you look at the details. 20 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandShane Jones urges Chatham Islanders to apply for Regional Infrastructure FundMinister Shane Jones is encouraging applications to his $1.2 billion Regional Infrastructure Fund to help with the Chatham Islands' many challenges. Video / Cameron PitneyWatch17 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘Not making the connection’: Kiwis grim over cost of living despite economic upturnPessimistic outlook despite steady inflation and falling interest rates. 13 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessEngineering firms lose 1200 people in a yearHundreds laid off but most firms confident things will improve this year.09 Apr 12:55 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: The Northern Expressway is urgently needed, so are other ways to fund itOPINION: Northland has suffered from decades of under-investment in its land transport.02 Apr 07:00 PM
PoliticsWildlife Act changes coming after court ruled Mt Messenger permit unlawfulMinister says changes will be targeted and narrow.27 Mar 09:11 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGreenfield Model: Minister announces home owner levy to fund housing developmentsThe Government would lend at competitive interest rates during early stage of project.27 Mar 01:47 AM
Racing‘Bit of a crisis’: Why NZ’s racing infrastructure is under scrutiny amid track faultsEllerslie will host two trial dates next week, offering some relief.25 Mar 05:30 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Finally, a plan to fix our broken RMA OPINION: The RMA has represented the worst of this country’s bad regulation.25 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsLabour recommits to abolishing charter schools after Andersen comments criticisedThe Labour MP has defended her comments.19 Mar 03:20 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyS&P cuts councils' credit ratings - will their borrowing costs rise?Strength of Local Government Funding Agency counters risks. 18 Mar 04:56 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Let’s be honest - PPPs, tolls and the Investment SummitOpinion: The Government's big play for foreign funding achieved far less than we're told.18 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessChris Bishop v Auckland Council commissioners on K Rd rejection: ‘Insanity ... total nonsense’The plans failed to meet tests under the RMA, the commissioners' report said.17 Mar 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessTech Insider: Telcos worry about levy rise, Starlink in the gun, liquidator of Kim Dotcom-founded crypto firm updatesConsumer advocates and the industry are at odds. PLUS: Updates on two crypto liquidations.16 Mar 06:00 PM
PoliticsLaw firm says ruling over permit to kill wildlife causing ‘big headaches’ for developersRecent High Court decision finds permit issued to NZTA was unlawful.14 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow Northland’s new expressway aims to boost the economyThe Government will open procurement for the Northland Expressway project.14 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisThomas CoughlanGovt’s summit a success, despite Labour winning contest over having most kidsThe Government pulled off a successful infrastructure summit in Auckland.14 Mar 06:28 AM
New ZealandUser pays an option to fund Dublin St replacementThe bridge is regularly inspected for safety.12 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChris Bishop: NZ Infrastructure Investment Summit – we're ready to do businessOPINION: It's economic growth that will create jobs and raise our standard of living.11 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsGovt after funds to build Northland ExpresswayThe road is estimated to be one of New Zealand's most expensive infrastructure projects.10 Mar 05:40 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessFast-tracking granted for 4000-home Sunfield plans at Ardmore'Construction prices are still to adjust to the current property cycle and remain high.'10 Mar 02:19 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisAudrey YoungWere these public sector leaders pressured out of their jobs? – Audrey YoungOPINION: Sir Brian Roche says he'd call out political pressure on public service leaders.09 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionGovt needs pipeline of quality infrastructure projects to attract investors Large funds find New Zealand's smaller opportunities less appealing than mega-projects.09 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsAccelerating fast-track: Govt to offer ‘premium payments’ for giving up land to major projectsPrivate landowners could get tens of thousands of dollars by agreeing early.08 Mar 09:30 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Luxon has one job next week – don’t blow investment summitOPINION: The PM must convince investors they face no political risk putting money into NZ.06 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandUrgent hearing: Judge orders halt to Tarawera pipeline worksHe's troubled by both the council and the group opposed to the works.28 Feb 02:13 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Pay it forward: A smarter way to fund Auckland’s futureOPINION: Auckland is billions of dollars behind in its infrastructure spending.26 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandArrested protesters not charged as police remain at worksiteIt comes as an iwi group makes a last-minute legal move to stop the works.24 Feb 10:01 PM
New ZealandDrilling rig to take Tūtaekurī River dip as study begins for new expressway bridgeA drilling rig will be used in the Tūtaekurī River as part of a study for a new bridge.24 Feb 09:21 PM
New ZealandHopes for more homes, more jobs in regional dealWestern Bay of Plenty hopes to secure one of the Government's sought-after regional deals.23 Feb 06:40 PM
PremiumPremiumInfrastructure reportNew port in Manukau Harbour ‘technically’ possible but many red flagsBig question now is will Government take the report and the whole idea further?18 Feb 10:51 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessInfratil’s data centre play further increases multibillion-dollar valuationAnd it's upped its stake by nearly a quarter of a billion dollars.17 Feb 11:15 PM
