Drop-off forecast unless big projects fast-tracked
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Government's advisory board keeps a watching brief
New Zealanders are yet to support infrastructure development to meet future demand, National Infrastructure Advisory Board chairman Dr Rod Carr says.
'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.
Right team key to success
As the Government steams ahead with infrastructure project plans, engineering firms are finding the need to catch up.
<i>Paul Callow</i>: Crown assets an expensive luxury
Infrastructure investment is desperately needed but the money to build it is scarcer than ever, writes Paul Callow.
Taxis in cities to get security cameras
Taxis 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.
Quad bike victim was experienced rider - police
A woman who died after rolling her quad-bike was an experienced rider who appeared to have been doing everything right, police say.
5-hour Europe flight step closer
A hypersonic passenger jet has entered its second phase of tests, bringing trips of less than five hours between Australasia and Europe closer.
Bus 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.
Nat MPs might get conscience vote on bill
National MPs might be allowed a conscience vote on a Labour Party bill that proposes lowering the drink driving blood alcohol limit, John Key says.
<i>Anthony Doesburg</i>: Transit system better than rail, says engineer
Personal transit pods could whisk travellers to and from Auckland airport, argues designer.
Qantas sells passengers' lost property to staff
Property left behind by Qantas passengers - including phones and computers - is regularly auctioned off to airline staff.
She's got a ticket to ride and she cares
An Auckland City official's blaming of the media for confusion about bus lane rules showed an arrogant attitude, says a fined motorist.
Pilot texting before fatal crash - report
A helicopter pilot was sending and receiving text messages in the minutes prior to being killed in a crash, a report says.
Even the big names will have to walk to matches
VIPs other than heads of state can expect to walk to Eden Park like most other Rugby World Cup spectators.
Airline wants checks axed to save passengers $94
Almost $100 would be cut off a return airfare to Australia under one airline's plan to simplify transtasman travel.
Super City debate: Candidates square off
Super City mayoral hopefuls have promised everything from fewer liquor shops to a green waste curbside collection in the first Super City debate at Auckland’s Unitec tonight.