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Need for vigilance as trains start running again

Drivers near the Main North Line are being urged to stay alert as maintenance trains resume between Picton and Christchurch after the Kaikōura earthquake.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Mar 2017

Risk & Compliance

Mining board concerned about applicant competence

Nearly half of mining safety certificate candidates failed last year as examiners said many lacked the legislative knowledge needed for safe operations.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Mar 2017

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Drone swarm to aid in post disaster location

Following earthquakes and tsunamis, the drones could help rescue teams find trapped survivors faster and gather vital health data from body sensors.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 12th Feb 2017

Risk & Compliance

Fund to help make Wellington’s buildings safer

Owners of vulnerable Wellington buildings will get help with costly earthquake safety work, with a NZD $3 million fund set up by government.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Jan 2017

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New emergency alert system via text for Southlanders

Emergency Management Southland is urging Southland residents to sign up to a text alert system, which will provide warnings directly to mobile phones.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 6th May 2015