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Connexis returns to industry ownership amid skills shortages
Construction

Connexis returns to industry ownership amid skills shortages

The governance shift gives New Zealand infrastructure employers direct influence over training as persistent skills shortages bite across key sectors.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last week
Selwyn Water reviews response to burst water main in central Rolleston
Social Media

Selwyn Water reviews response to burst water main in central Rolleston

Residents in central Rolleston were left without water for almost eight hours after a 30-year-old main burst, prompting a review of Selwyn Water's response.

By Jonathan Leask • 3 min read • Last week
More than $3 million boost for Christchurch, South Island rail announced
KiwiRail

More than $3 million boost for Christchurch, South Island rail announced

Commuters from Rangiora and Rolleston could be back on passenger rail by mid-2027, but councils must still agree funding and fares remain unclear.

By David Hill • 3 min read • Last week
Lower rates and better services 'a bit unrealistic', economist says
Statistics NZ

Lower rates and better services 'a bit unrealistic', economist says

Ratepayers could face poorer roads and water systems if councils are forced to hold increases down, a leading economist says.

By Jordan Smith • 3 min read • Last week

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Austroads blueprint targets safer walking with lower speeds
Local Government

Austroads blueprint targets safer walking with lower speeds

Pedestrian deaths and serious injuries could fall sharply by 2050 if agencies scale up proven measures, Austroads says.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week
Turner & Townsend names Niralee Shah Asia Pacific lead
Construction

Turner & Townsend names Niralee Shah Asia Pacific lead

The hire comes as demand for digital infrastructure surges across Asia Pacific, with clients seeking help on complex data centre builds and energy issues.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • 2 days ago
Kyndryl & AWS launch modernisation service for firms
Digital Transformation

Kyndryl & AWS launch modernisation service for firms

Many organisations are lagging on technology upgrades, and the new Kyndryl and AWS offer is meant to cut the risk of large-scale modernisation.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week
Amadeus & NVIDIA deepen AI flight search partnership
Airlines

Amadeus & NVIDIA deepen AI flight search partnership

Rising AI assistant traffic is forcing travel platforms to return bookable fares faster, prompting Amadeus to test NVIDIA chips and models.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week
Thoughtworks urges tighter controls as AI agents spread
AI Security

Thoughtworks urges tighter controls as AI agents spread

Companies are being pushed to secure, monitor and budget for AI systems as agents take on longer tasks and strain review processes.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week
Hitachi Energy expands Celonis AI partnership on supply
Manufacturing

Hitachi Energy expands Celonis AI partnership on supply

The move aims to help the power equipment maker spot supply snags sooner and speed delivery as demand for grid hardware keeps rising.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week
Braid raises USD $38 million to expand embedded connectivity
Airlines

Braid raises USD $38 million to expand embedded connectivity

The cash will fund Braid's international expansion as it races to broaden carrier coverage and compete in a growing embedded connectivity market.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last week

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Australian firms scale AI only as trust builds, Cisco says
Robotics

Australian firms scale AI only as trust builds, Cisco says

Fewer than half of Australian firms say their AI foundations are ready for more autonomous systems, Cisco's research found.

By Mara Sugue • 5 min read • Today
Wemtech names revenue & marketing chiefs in growth push
Artificial Intelligence

Wemtech names revenue & marketing chiefs in growth push

The appointments are intended to deepen customer relationships and sharpen Wemtech's push for organic growth and acquisitions after Peach PE's backing.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week
Nexura Dynamics enters India's EV charging & consent markets
Data Protection

Nexura Dynamics enters India's EV charging & consent markets

Bengaluru-based Nexura Dynamics is targeting businesses navigating new rules and rising demand, with partnerships planned in EV charging and consent tools.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week
EXP Capital plans AUD$ 1.5 billion Maitland precinct
Construction

EXP Capital plans AUD$ 1.5 billion Maitland precinct

A 150-hectare business and innovation precinct could start work within months of approval, bringing more than 8,370 jobs to the Hunter Region.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week
ANS cuts IT alert noise by 83% with LogicMonitor AI
Digital Transformation

ANS cuts IT alert noise by 83% with LogicMonitor AI

The UK managed services provider cut average incident resolution times from 89 hours to 50, while keeping service levels above 97% during the rollout.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week
'Council needs a good kick in the backside': Boy racers rattle residents
Auckland Transport

'Council needs a good kick in the backside': Boy racers rattle residents

Residents on Great North Road are relieved the raised table has gone, but the fix has already cost ratepayers an estimated $140,000 more.

By Torika Tokalau • 4 min read • Last week