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Nextro wins Axis project of the year in New Zealand
Software Defined Wide Area Network

Nextro wins Axis project of the year in New Zealand

The award underlines growing demand for mission-critical security integration across New Zealand's infrastructure sector.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 15th May 2026
How WorkSafe is changing the way it works with industry
Agricultural Technology

How WorkSafe is changing the way it works with industry

With more than one workplace death a week, the regulator is overhauling enforcement, guidance and industry engagement to cut serious harm.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Sat, 11th Apr 2026
10 places in NZ where an aerial cable car makes sense
Auckland Airport

10 places in NZ where an aerial cable car makes sense

Passengers on some Auckland and Wellington routes could save up to 29 minutes if New Zealand’s first urban cable cars win backing.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 28th Nov 2023
‘Watered down’ training leads to hand injury
Risk & Compliance

‘Watered down’ training leads to hand injury

Inadequate instruction on pyrotechnic launchers left a wildlife ranger with severe hand injuries, prompting WorkSafe action at Auckland Airport.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Nov 2023
Auckland Airport bolsters its flood resilience
Risk & Compliance

Auckland Airport bolsters its flood resilience

Floods at the international terminal have prompted a major stormwater overhaul that will protect operations and treat runoff before it reaches the harbour.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 16th Nov 2023
Te Huia train fails to stop — is its ban from Auckland justified?
Auckland Transport

Te Huia train fails to stop — is its ban from Auckland justified?

Passengers heading into Auckland now face a Papakura transfer after Te Huia was barred from the electrified network following two red-signal incidents.

By Staff Writer • 12 min read • Sun, 16th Jul 2023
Inside Auckland Airport’s multi-billion-dollar redevelopment
Commerce Commission

Inside Auckland Airport’s multi-billion-dollar redevelopment

Travellers will soon pass under one roof as the airport replaces its ageing 57-year-old domestic terminal in a NZD $3.9 billion rebuild.

By Staff Writer • 10 min read • Mon, 27th Mar 2023
End of Auckland Light Rail raises urgent questions
Auckland Council

End of Auckland Light Rail raises urgent questions

Auckland still faces unresolved transport and housing pressures after Cabinet ended the twin-track light rail process and sent it back to officials.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Jun 2020
Auckland Airport finally gives travellers a dedicated rideshare space
Uber

Auckland Airport finally gives travellers a dedicated rideshare space

From March 20, Uber and other rideshare providers will now use a dedicated rideshare rank at both the domestic and international terminals.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Mar 2019
Airport rail solution still unclear
Auckland Council

Airport rail solution still unclear

Auckland travellers may face years of uncertainty as officials weigh whether light rail or heavy rail best serves the airport link.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Oct 2018
Modica Group snaps up Auckland Airport senior executive to further growth
Auckland Airport

Modica Group snaps up Auckland Airport senior executive to further growth

Auckland Airport's Scott Weenink departs to join Modica Group as Executive Director and Chief Commercial Officer, bolstering the firm's growth strategy.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Jun 2018
Auckland Airport announces $100,000 grant
Grants

Auckland Airport announces $100,000 grant

One grant of $100,000 will be awarded to support the development of a strategy that uses 'out of the ordinary' thinking to promote NZ.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 8th May 2018
Auckland transport plan meets industry approval – with reservations
Auckland Council

Auckland transport plan meets industry approval – with reservations

Auckland commuters and freight operators are set to gain from a NZD $30 billion transport spend, though congestion relief is still in doubt.

By Staff Writer • 9 min read • Sun, 29th Apr 2018
AI biosecurity officer now on duty at Auckland Airport
Artificial Intelligence

AI biosecurity officer now on duty at Auckland Airport

A digital biosecurity officer has started working at Auckland Airport with the goal of helping international visitors.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Mar 2018

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LoungePair partners Vietnam Airlines & Auckland Airport
Customer Experience

LoungePair partners Vietnam Airlines & Auckland Airport

LoungePair links with Vietnam Airlines' Lotusmiles and Auckland Airport's Strata Lounge, expanding its on-demand lounge access network.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd Feb 2026
Anchora marks Asia-Pacific growth with La Trobe University win
EduTech

Anchora marks Asia-Pacific growth with La Trobe University win

Anchora celebrates its fourth anniversary with a major win at La Trobe University, boosting its digital transformation footprint across the Asia-Pacific region.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Aug 2025
Anchora achieves Adobe Journey Optimiser specialisation
Unified Communications

Anchora achieves Adobe Journey Optimiser specialisation

Anchora has secured its position as the first agency in the Asia-Pacific to achieve Adobe Journey Optimiser Specialisation, enhancing client marketing success.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
Anchora launches in New Zealand, appoints Romit Sinha as director
Fintech

Anchora launches in New Zealand, appoints Romit Sinha as director

Anchora has launched in New Zealand, appointing former Proximity CTO Romit Sinha as Regional Director. Sinha aims to boost business growth through advanced martech solutions.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 5th Jul 2024