Real needs…

BuildNZ to deliver practical value across learning, trade engagement For builders and construction professionals, keeping skills current while running a viable business remains a constant challenge. Regulatory change, product innovation and shifting market conditions all require ongoing learning. In this context, BuildNZ, taking place at the Auckland Showgrounds on July 15 and 16, continues toContinue reading "Real needs…"

When is consent unreasonably withheld to structural alterations on a cross-leased property?

Tim Bates of Auckland law firm TM Bates & Co reviews new Court of Appeal authority which changes the common law position as to what will be considered unreasonably withholding consent to alterations to a property on a cross-leased title. As set out by the Court of Appeal, under a cross-lease scheme, the fee simple […] The post When is consent unreasonably withheld to structural alterations on a cross-leased property? appeared first on Building Today.

One visit — real value for builders and the wider industry

Keeping skills current while running a viable business remains a constant challenge for construction professionals. Regulatory change, product innovation and shifting market conditions all require ongoing learning. In this context, BuildNZ, taking place at the Auckland Showgrounds on Wednesday, July 15 and Thursday July 16, continues to provide a practical forum for education, connection and […] The post One visit — real value for builders and the wider industry appeared first on Building Today.

Technology aims to reduce mobile distraction across fleets

A recent hit-and-run incident in semi-rural Auckland, where two dog-walkers were struck by an SUV whose driver was on a Zoom call, has reignited industry concerns about mobile-phone distraction behind the wheel, with commercial fleet operators increasingly under pressure to address the risk. For sectors such as building and construction, where supervisors, contractors and service teamsContinue reading "Technology aims to reduce mobile distraction across fleets"

Wastewater Infrastructure…

Northern Interceptor chamber completed under budget in Auckland Watercare has freed up $7 million for other infrastructure projects after completing one of the largest concrete pours associated with the Northern Interceptor, a major wastewater project designed to support housing growth, strengthen network resilience and redirect flows to areas with available treatment capacity. The milestone involvedContinue reading "Wastewater Infrastructure…"

The B1M - Why New Zealand is Finally Getting its First Subway, 25012023

New Zealand is building its biggest ever transport infrastructure project, the City Rail Link, its first Subway

Tom Scott - The Hundred-Tonne Robots That Help Keep New Zealand Running, 29042019

The Ports of Auckland are automating their straddle carriers, which might not seem like much: until you phrase it as "hundred-tonne autonomous robots guided by nanosecond-precision tracking".