Infrastructure
Water use back to normal for Te Aroha residents
The local council had urged Te Aroha residents to reduce water use yesterday after the treatment plant had to shut down due to sediment issues.
What to do with our doo-doo? Raglan ponders next steps for sewage
A new treatment plant is in the pipeline, but the beach-side community doesn't know what to do with the end product.
Bypass opponents claim it will cost $500k in free pies for workers
Opponents of the Mt Messenger bypass project in Taranaki have a new beef with Waka Kotahi - the cost of 'Pieday Friday' although the agency is disputing the cost.
Lack of Coromandel tourists leave business owners worried about summer
The famous track has been closed since Cyclone Gabrielle hit in February, causing landslides in the area. Audio
The Pre-Panel with James Elliot and Georgie Stylianou
Wallace and panellists James and Georgie discuss the dangers posed to road workers by speeding vehicles throwing up rocks and stones. Plus, they tell us what's been on their mind this week. Audio
Arthur's Pass highway closed during the day for two weeks in December
Waka Kotahi says the dates were chosen after extensive engagement with travel, hospitality and freight operators.
Waitematā Harbour rahui lifted, seven weeks after sewage spill
Watercare says it is hoping to make amends because the harbour has "suffered a lot in the past 100 years".
Brynderwyns State Highway 1 closure announcement postponed to next week
If the closure goes ahead as expected it will last seven weeks between Waitangi Day and Easter.
Waitematā Harbour 'habitat regrowth' in focus after sewage spills
Watercare and Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei are meeting with environment system regeneration experts to discuss how to restore the harbour.
Takanini community mulls level crossings removal options
A community bisected by one of Auckland's busiest railway lines is set to see several intersections closed for significant periods, after the city rail link opens.
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No 'immediate benefit to consumers' in plan to upgrade electricity link from south to north
The Commerce Commission is questioning the timing of Transpower's proposed investment in the high voltage link between the North and South Islands.
Infratil first half net profit more than doubles to $1.21b
The result reflects a major boost from its near 100 percent ownership of mobile telco One NZ.
The cracks in our cool little capital
Seismic cracks and new earthquake-related infrastructure rules are causing havoc with Wellington City Council's budgets and long term planning. Audio
The cracks in our cool little capital
Seismic cracks and new earthquake-related infrastructure rules are causing havoc with Wellington City Council's budgets and long term planning.
AudioSpringfield Golf Club: Rotorua council moves to shelve Westbrook Sports and Recreation Precinct idea
Rotorua's council is moving to shelve controversial plans to put sportsfields and housing on a golf course as part of a $62 million proposal, with nearly $190,000 already spent.
Nelson Hospital overhaul a decade from completion - Te Whatu Ora
It will be another decade before Nelson Hospital's redevelopment is complete, with the facility already operating at capacity.
Coromandel's SH25A to reopen in time for Christmas
The crucial Coromandel link State Highway 25A will reopen on 20 December - three months ahead of schedule. Video, Audio
Three months early & under budget: SH 25A to be ready for Xmas
It's finished three months early and under budget. A huge sigh of relief for Coromandel residents and businesses with the announcement today that State Highway 25A will be open in time for Christmas… Video, Audio
Manawa Energy improves profitability, announces sustainable finance framework
The power generator's underlying half-year profit rose 11 percent in the year just ended, reflecting increased hydro generation volumes.
New government urged to get serious about social, economic infrastructure
Infrastructure NZ has written its Christmas wish list for the incoming government, with a faster consent process and more public-private partnerships on the agenda.
