Wellington stories
New Zealand's infrastructure deficit of USD $210 billion will face fresh scrutiny as Nick Leggett takes charge of the sector body on 24 April.
Silverstripe, a leading tech company in New Zealand, has named Tobias Oschwald as its new CEO, aiming to continue on its growth path.
Councils could lose influence over local planning as new regional committees shift decisions further from communities and raise funding concerns.
Struggling councils would likely face heavier rates or extra borrowing under National’s plan, as water upgrades remain badly underfunded.
Demand for qualified electricians has seen 103 Whitireia and WelTec graduates snap up apprenticeships across Wellington and beyond.
Public health risks from contaminated drinking water remain at the heart of the reforms, as debate over local control overshadows safety.
Passengers could miss out unless new inter-regional rail is funded sustainably, as Infrastructure New Zealand urges a focus on maintenance and existing metro upgrades.
Passengers across New Zealand will eventually tap cards and mobile wallets on buses, trains and ferries, but the rollout is not due until 2026.
New fibre optic data from Wellington’s quake has given responders far more precise readings of shaking across city blocks and buildings.
Bailey Gair's election signals a shift in New Zealand's civil construction sector, as sustainability and climate resilience rise up the agenda.
RUSH, the leading technology and design studio in New Zealand, appoints Tim Packer as Wellington General Manager for a new phase of growth.
Wellington’s climate strategy has put it among 280 cities worldwide shortlisted by WWF, with results due later in July.
With 44,000 extra workers needed, New Zealand infrastructure firms are courting schoolgirls to fill trade and technical shortages.
A judge has called the site a fatal gas chamber after a worker died from hydrogen sulphide exposure, and the firm was fined and ordered to pay reparations.
Councils face tighter deadlines as new rules could bring taller housing to city centres and transit hubs, raising pressure on infrastructure.
Retail and hospitality firms in Wellington will get relief from fees, parking charges and rates as the city seeks to cushion Omicron losses.
Dinosaur Polo Club's follow-up to Mini Metro, Mini Motorways has added Wellington, NZ to the list of cities players can cover with roads.
Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Taranaki and Wellington now top the pay table, as median hourly wages climb to NZD $27 across trades and industrial jobs.
The capital will use a US$1 million grant to expand its Digital Twin, helping planners test climate adaptation options over three years.
16-year security expert Robbie Jones joins Gallagher as Technical Account Manager, bringing on-site and government experience to the New Zealand sales team.
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