Infrastructure
NZ lagging in supportive solar policy
Experts and industry professionals are calling for rooftop solar policy changes in the wake of the announcement of the closure of SolarZero. Audio
City Rail Link: French executives to fly to NZ as officials raise concerns over costs
French executives will be flying to New Zealand to discuss the timing and budget of the Auckland City Rail project after concerns from officials about its deadline.
Napier restricts water use as demand outstrips supply
Level three water restrictions are now in place in Napier due to heavy water use amid a dry spell of weather, the council says.
SH6 from Haast to re-open following storm damage
The main highway along the West Coast will open overnight from Friday following safety checks.
Treasury's scathing assessment of major project planning
The Government has been handed a grim warning as it struggles with how to pay for billions of dollars worth of roads, hospitals, courthouses and water projects. Audio
Govt handed warning from Treasury over infrastructure spending
The Government has been handed a grim Treasury warning as it calculates how it will cover billions of dollars worth of plans to fix roads, hospitals and water projects. Infrastructure Minister Chris… Audio
Investigation into arsenic levels in Auckland and Waikato water continues
It's still unknown why there are slightly elevated - but safe - levels of arsenic in these areas. Audio
Council replaces same wonky give-way sign 10 times
The council "fix it ... and then it's knocked down the very next day", local say.
Tunnel and bridge options in $22 billion Waitematā plan
A newly released Treasury investment report suggests both a tunnel and second bridge to relieve pressure on the Harbour Bridge.
What bus and train fare hikes have to do with the government's plans
Analysis - NZTA is increasing the pressure for a big jump in public transport fares, while at the same time lining up massive spending on roads. Audio
Arsenic in Auckland and Waikato water: Supply to be tested every day
Auckland's water provider says the supply from the Waikato River will be tested every day, to keep an eye on arsenic levels. Audio
Can an entire town be moved?
A draft master plan proposes relocating Westport to government-owned farmland southwest of its current location.
Cycling advocate on Wellington's Golden Mile project
The Golden Mile project emphasises space for bikes and pedestrians. Cycling advocate Patrick Morgan spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Govt backtracks on plans to build rocket launchpads south of Christchurch
The Space Minister has done a turnaround on building rocket launchpads south of Christchurch. Phil Pennington spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
The Panel with Sue Bradford and Ben Thomas (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Sue Bradford and Ben Thomas to discuss the proposed demolishment of Begonia House in Wellington, Auckland's expensive Christmas tree and… Audio
Dunedin Hospital woes: 'Build it once, build it right, and build it now'
A leak has caused a partial ceiling collapse in Dunedin Hospital where sterilisation equipment is stored.
The machine that places road cones
A groundbreaking automated road cone machine, developed in Stratford, Taranaki, is set to transform roadwork safety. Audio
Smell from Hutt Valley wastewater plant won't be fixed for four years
There were tears and anger when Hutt Valley residents found out that a terrible smell from a wastewater treatment plant won't be fixed for another four years. Ashleigh McCaull was at Monday night's… Audio
Part of Wairoa River to close for laying of new cable
"This is an exciting advancement in our work to upgrade our network and improve the reliability of our electricity supply," Northpower said.
Tauranga marine precinct sale halted at 11th hour
The High Court granted an interim injunction, which prevented the the sale of Tauranga's marine precinct from being completed.
