New ZealandMega-trucks too heavy for motorwayAuckland's Southern Motorway has up to a dozen points too weak to support new, extra-heavy trucks already plying the roads. 15 Aug 05:30 PM
TravelAngry flight attendant appears in courtSteven Slater has become a celebrity in his own right after losing patience with a passenger and making an emergency exit from a plane.11 Aug 01:30 AM
Freight and logisticsSuperliner for Super CityThe launch of 63,500 tonne superliner Pacific Pearl in Auckland is a vote of confidence for NZ, says Cruise NZ chairman Craig Harris.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
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
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
ConstructionTaking up a challengeThe new Newmarket railway station was a unique project that demanded an innovative approach, writes Steve Hart.10 Aug 05:30 PM
Economy<i> Michael Weatheral:</i> Infrastructure investment: is change in the wind?Legislative roadblocks hindering the efficient operation of public-private partnerships are being removed, writes Michael Weatherall.10 Aug 05:30 PM
OpinionFran O'Sullivan<i>Fran O-Sullivan</i>: Infrastructure duo tighten grip on portfolioBill English and his infrastructure team are looking forward to a single Auckland council.10 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentDrop-off forecast unless big projects fast-trackedIs Fletcher Building's forward workload too heavy on Government jobs?10 Aug 05:30 PM
EconomyGovernment's advisory board keeps a watching briefNew Zealanders are yet to support infrastructure development to meet future demand, National Infrastructure Advisory Board chairman Dr Rod Carr says.10 Aug 05:30 PM
Construction'No gas in the private tank'Fletcher Building's construction book is 84 per cent Government-led and that won't change any time soon.10 Aug 05:30 PM
ConstructionRight team key to successAs the Government steams ahead with infrastructure project plans, engineering firms are finding the need to catch up.10 Aug 05:30 PM
Opinion<i>Paul Callow</i>: Crown assets an expensive luxuryInfrastructure investment is desperately needed but the money to build it is scarcer than ever, writes Paul Callow.10 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandTaxis in cities to get security camerasTaxis in large towns and cities will be fitted out with security cameras from next year in an effort to improve safety, but the cost of installing them will fall with companies and drivers.10 Aug 02:44 AM
New ZealandQuad bike victim was experienced rider - policeA woman who died after rolling her quad-bike was an experienced rider who appeared to have been doing everything right, police say.09 Aug 11:23 PM
New Zealand<i>Ask Phoebe:</i> Postcodes will be vital for mail to find its way around the Super City09 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandBus drivers attack lane 'nightmare'Bus drivers say Auckland City's tough bus-lane enforcement regime is forcing motorists to cut them off with sudden turns.09 Aug 05:30 PM
World5-hour Europe flight step closerA hypersonic passenger jet has entered its second phase of tests, bringing trips of less than five hours between Australasia and Europe closer.09 Aug 05:30 PM
