<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.
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Bill English and his infrastructure team are looking forward to a single Auckland council.
Taking up a challenge
The new Newmarket railway station was a unique project that demanded an innovative approach, writes Steve Hart.
Drop-off forecast unless big projects fast-tracked
Is Fletcher Building's forward workload too heavy on Government jobs?
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.
Superliner for Super City
The launch of 63,500 tonne superliner Pacific Pearl in Auckland is a vote of confidence for NZ, says Cruise NZ chairman Craig Harris.
Scandinavia's top models
Instead of looking to Australian PPP failures, we could follow the example of Sweden and Denmark, reports Nick Smith.
Chinese look to make inroads into motorway projects
Chinese firms are eyeing local roading contracts, but some builders are voicing concern, report Anne Gibson and Fran O'Sullivan.
<i>Stephen Selwood</i>: Growth focus for next infrastructure plan
As 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.
Australian model provides pointers
Our transtasman neighbour has the jump on us when it comes to public-private partnerships, writes Graeme Hunt.
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.
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.
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.
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.