Infrastructure
KiwiRail chair warns director's conflicts of interest are affecting board efficiency
During a scrutiny week hearing, Suzanne Tindal said management of the issues resulted in O'Donnell having to recuse himself from "a number of items on the board agenda".
Boil water notice issued for Paihia, Ōpua and Waitangi
People in three Far North towns have been warned to boil their tap water before drinking or cooking with it.
Rotokākahi pipeline planning grievances aired in High Court
The Rotokākahi Board of Control has aired its grievances at the High Court in Rotorua about the process to install a sewerage pipeline near a sacred lake. Rotorua Lakes Council's...
Calls for govt to abandon plans to subsidise LNG terminal
An open letter signed by 20 climate advocate organisations is calling on the Government to abandon any plans to subsidise the construction of a liquified natural gas import terminal. Alva Feldmeier… Audio
'24-7 every day of the year' - Who runs Auckland's traffic?
Explainer - It looks like Mission Control, but it's actually where traffic for Auckland and much of the North Island is managed. Video, Audio
The Panel with Lynda Hallinan and Patrick Phelps, Part 1
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Lynda Hallinan and Patrick Phelps. First up, nothing to see here says the top brass at police, over claims of systematic bias and culture… Audio
New ferry details surface in briefings to MPs but final cost remains unknown
The replacement Interislanders will be diesel hybrids, more manoeuvrable, and save on certain operator costs, Ferry Holdings has told select committee.
Critics launch campaign against second Mt Victoria tunnel
Green MPs and former and current councillors spoke out against the project, saying it's too expensive, too disruptive and too focused on cars. Audio
Auckland transport networks prepare for opening of IKEA
In Auckland, businesses near the new Ikea store are steeling themselves for a stampede to the homeware giant's opening on Thursday. Amy Williams reports. Audio
Infrastructure Commission suggests phased approach to building new highways
MPs have voiced concerns at the affordability of the government's Roads of National Significance project at the start of Scrutiny Week.
Second Marlborough swimming hole falls to flood damage
A second popular swimming spot in Marlborough will be closed this summer, due to flood repair works.
Aucklanders oppose fortnightly bin collection
Public consultation on Auckland Council's proposed six-month trial of fortnightly kerbside rubbish collections shows 78% of submitters opposed the trial. General manager for waste solutions, Justine… Audio
Tauranga residents call asphalt fix a “cheap seal”
Tauranga City Council have agreed to use chipseal - or cheap seal as some residents call it - to resurface roads. But it's providing an option for residents who prefer to keep their existing asphalt… Audio
Historic findings in study into New Zealand’s aquifers
Earth Sciences has developed a series of maps and models identifying the source and flow patterns of our aquifers and large river catchments. Alexa Cook reports. Audio
Eden Park forecasting massive drop in profit
Eden Park is forecasting a profit of just $145,000 next year, because of a lack of concerts and events. Eden Park CEO Nick Sautner spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Govt providing $2.31 million for West Coast settlement to upgrade wharf
The money from the Regional Infrastructure Fund would be topped up with $990,000 from Westland District Council.
Government ends Cook Strait tug contract early
The government has sunk plans to station an open ocean tug in the strait long term.
Bill for new Taranaki bypass nearly doubles to almost $600 million
The budget for the Mt Messenger Bypass has climbed up in costs from $365 million to nearly $600m.
Work underway to replace pipes after almost century underground
The New Plymouth District Council is replacing about 306 metres of 1930s cast-iron pipes.
Concern over 'cost blowouts' behind pause on Golden Mile project
The area in the capital's CBD is in need of work, but the project has to be realistic and affordable, the mayor says. Audio
