New ZealandPM dismisses Greens' rail idea, says roads first'High-quality roading infrastructure' the Golden Triangle priority: Christopher Luxon.28 Jul 12:38 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEditorial: It's time to fully review our local government structureOPINION: But any changes must be the right ones for the right reasons.25 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Turned the corner': $207b in NZ's infrastructure pipeline, PM tells contractors'The future for civil construction in New Zealand is bright.'24 Jul 08:01 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBryce Wilkinson: Attracting overseas investment: A step forward, but not far enoughOPINION: The Government's proposed bill is timid compared to earlier hopes.23 Jul 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Everything's on the table': PM says he is taking on NCEA, 'profound' changes possible'There’s nothing more important than getting our kids well educated', says Prime Minister.20 Jul 08:58 PM
New Zealand'PR stunt': Opposition slams Govt's $6b infrastructure announcementChristopher Luxon defends mega construction plan amid Opposition backlash.20 Jul 08:50 PM
Politics$6b of Govt-funded building projects to start before Xmas – this is where they areChris Bishop claims the projects could create about 27,000 jobs.19 Jul 10:30 PM
New Zealand'Everyone's anxious about it': Slip adds uncertainty to Brynderwyns projectAnother Brynderwyns slip has spiked concern about the prolonged impact on businesses.18 Jul 05:05 PM
PremiumPremiumSharesMarket close: High volumes of Infratil lift market after ASX 200 inclusionInfrastructure company ends up 3.51% at $11.20 on an otherwise calm day.16 Jul 05:49 AM
New ZealandLuxon backs fast-tracking supermarkets and defends ‘brain drain’ statsPM returns from break, backs plan, talks brain drain, cones and fast-tracking. 13 Jul 08:34 PM
ConstructionInsulation rule changes could cut $15k from new build costsNorthland builders welcome changes to insulation rules, easing building costs.13 Jul 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCouncil reform: The Wayne Brown way has arrivedAuckland Council has a new development office and has taken direct control of planning.06 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'There's still a lot to do': Road safety concerns despite $47m upgradesThe road rebuild in Northland cost $47 million over nine months.06 Jul 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Game-changer': $56.4m irrigation funding unveiled“It strengthens water resilience and unlocks new economic opportunities."03 Jul 10:31 PM
New Zealand'It's a mess': Auckland roadworks chaos to last another two yearsRoadworks on Paerata Rd in Pukekohe will now finish in February 2026.02 Jul 06:02 AM
New ZealandRebuild of bridge destroyed by cyclone comes in millions under budgetThe new crossing is higher and longer than the original.30 Jun 04:42 AM
New ZealandFears Northland Expressway at risk as report challenges $1.2b GDP boostMP Grant McCallum fears the highway could be scrapped by a Labour-led government.30 Jun 04:00 AM
New Zealand$6.1m new bridge opens after 2023 washoutThe 30m-long bridge replaces a temporary Bailey bridge in place since March 2023.26 Jun 11:01 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Local government reform could mean reshaping, not ditching, regional councilsOPINION: Shane Jones argued there's no compelling case for regional councils. Is he right?26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandGovt instructs Auckland Council to allow 15 storeys-plus buildings near key train stationsThe Government says previous density requirements don't go far enough. 25 Jun 01:39 AM
PoliticsNational infrastructure plan demands Govt must ‘lift its game’ Infrastructure planning is often short-term and reactive, the plan says.24 Jun 10:03 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCristean Monreal: If we keep sprawling to Hamilton, what happens to the heart of Auckland?OPINION: Auckland's $5b City Rail Link is lighting the way for urban intensification.24 Jun 02:48 AM
New Zealand$2.3 million cost of Wellington CBD toilets raise eyebrowsThe new public toilet features rainbow lighting and a ribbed timber facade. Video / Ethan ManeraWatch23 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsThree bidders confirmed for Northland Expressway PPPInitial construction work on the next section is set to begin by the end of next year.21 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Water issues reveal the burden on ratepayers is already too greatRatepayers may face doubled costs when new water entities take over.12 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPower bill increase in Tairāwhiti, but better infrastructure promisedFirstLight Network has increased resilience work as power bills rise in Tairāwhiti.12 Jun 04:00 AM
PoliticsDefence Force's Waiōuru housing project fails to break ground Budget 2023 earmarked the thick end of $75 million for 50 new houses.11 Jun 11:30 PM
PoliticsGovernment compromises with Auckland on housing, U-turns on 'sausage flat' promiseAuckland will opt out of the 'sausage flat' law but other councils will be forced to stay.11 Jun 01:54 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandResidents stop contractors' work on 15-metre cell tower in GisborneResidents are peacefully protesting a cell tower in their neighbourhood, blocking work.10 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandRoad cone hotline receives 236 reports in four days, Auckland gets the mostWorkSafe dealt with a flurry of reports on the first day before numbers plateaued. 06 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandFour-lane Ruakura road gets $4.1m design stage fundingTransport Minister Chris Bishop said the NZTA board has endorsed the project.04 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSteven JoyceSteven Joyce: AI is key to unlocking New Zealand's economic potentialOPINION: AI offers huge opportunities amid current economic challenges.30 May 11:00 PM
New ZealandFailed outfall pipe led to treated effluent gouging Raglan Harbour dunesWaikato District Council doesn't know when the pipe failed.30 May 04:21 AM
PoliticsBiggest change in NZ history: New proposals for freshwater, infrastructure, farming'Sorting out our planning rules is critical to boosting economic growth.'28 May 11:58 PM
