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The cost of the Government’s lofty climate promises
Agricultural Technology

The cost of the Government’s lofty climate promises

Farmers face production cuts and taxpayers could be left with a multi-billion-dollar overseas carbon bill as the 2030 target is questioned.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Wed, 3rd Nov 2021
Construction training programme expands to Manawatū
Education, Learning & Training

Construction training programme expands to Manawatū

Job seekers in Manawatū will start a six-week infrastructure course in November, with trainees employed by firms from day one.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 31st Oct 2021
‘Certain property slowdown’ data confirms
Bank of New Zealand

‘Certain property slowdown’ data confirms

Higher mortgage rates and tighter lending rules are already cooling New Zealand’s housing market, with investor demand slipping further.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Sun, 31st Oct 2021
Auckland light rail veers off course
Auckland Council

Auckland light rail veers off course

A $5 billion tunnel premium and 489 property buys have raised doubts over whether Auckland’s preferred route is worth the extra cost.

By Staff Writer • 10 min read • Fri, 29th Oct 2021
It's time for Kiwis to define the meaning of digital identity in Aotearoa
Cybersecurity

It's time for Kiwis to define the meaning of digital identity in Aotearoa

New Zealand has introduced a pivotal bill to regulate digital identity, aiming to enhance trust and security in online services, while embracing Māori values.

By Sara Barker • 14 min read • Thu, 28th Oct 2021
James Arnold from Dell New Zealand shares his cancer story
Network Infrastructure

James Arnold from Dell New Zealand shares his cancer story

Dell Technologies director, James Arnold, prepares for a stem cell transplant amidst his battle with Mantle Cell Lymphoma.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Wed, 27th Oct 2021
Next steps in three waters reform
Auckland Council

Next steps in three waters reform

The government’s plan could cut household costs, but councils fear losing control over water assets as a 30-year fix is pursued.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Wed, 27th Oct 2021
Vaccine mandates confirmed – is your business safe?
Risk & Compliance

Vaccine mandates confirmed – is your business safe?

Businesses face fresh legal and workplace pressure as about 40% of New Zealand workers fall under new Covid-19 vaccine requirements.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Tue, 26th Oct 2021
Lawyers and multi-nationals set to profit off struggling tenants and landlords
Small Business

Lawyers and multi-nationals set to profit off struggling tenants and landlords

The planned lease rule changes could force costly disputes on struggling tenants and landlords, while favouring lawyers and large firms.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Oct 2021
Digital strategy for New Zealand long overdue
Digital Transformation

Digital strategy for New Zealand long overdue

Missed skills and implementation gaps could leave New Zealand's first digital strategy in nearly 20 years unable to lift growth or productivity.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Oct 2021
Rapid Covid tests finally get the go-ahead
Ministry of Health

Rapid Covid tests finally get the go-ahead

The rollout begins in Auckland hospitals and for travellers, as ministers face criticism for delaying quicker Covid detection by over a year.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Oct 2021
Landlords to be forced to provide rent relief
Hybrid & Remote Work

Landlords to be forced to provide rent relief

Property groups warn the proposal could let well-funded firms seek cuts, leaving the most vulnerable tenants with less support.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Sun, 3rd Oct 2021
Six strategies to manage cash flow during COVID-19
Human Capital Management

Six strategies to manage cash flow during COVID-19

Small businesses facing COVID-19 revenue shocks are being urged to seek wage subsidies, tax relief and rent negotiations to stay afloat.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Fri, 1st Oct 2021
Concerns rental market will worsen following tax changes
Property Market

Concerns rental market will worsen following tax changes

Tenants could face higher rents and fewer homes as landlords lose interest deductibility from Friday, industry figures warn.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Sep 2021
Vaccine availability and requirements – what you need to know
Data Protection

Vaccine availability and requirements – what you need to know

Construction firms can now book priority jabs for essential workers, while employers weigh when vaccination can be required.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Sep 2021
$24.3b transport investment won’t fix years of neglect
New Zealand Government

$24.3b transport investment won’t fix years of neglect

Roads will stay battered without sustained upkeep, despite a bigger funding package that lifts maintenance and safety spending across the network.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Sep 2021
Property sellers make an average gain of $347k
Bank of New Zealand

Property sellers make an average gain of $347k

Nearly all New Zealand homes sold for a profit in the June quarter, as record-low mortgage rates and tight listings drove gains.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Wed, 25th Aug 2021
No toll for Puhoi to Warkworth motorway
Auckland Transport

No toll for Puhoi to Warkworth motorway

Drivers will avoid a second toll on Auckland’s new northern motorway, but taxpayers may now cover more of the $877.5m bill.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Aug 2021