Infrastructure
Six days without power: Plans for solar storm hitting NZ revealed
The odds of extreme 'space weather' hitting are slim, but it could be catastrophic if it did. Audio
How to check if your hospital's fire detection up to scratch
New Zealanders can now see for themselves if their nearest hospital has old fire detection or dodgy electrical systems. Audio
Report into hospital infrastructure exposes those with issues
Do you want to know if the nearest big hospital to you has had or still has dodgy fire, water, electrical or medical gas systems? RNZ has unearthed the main report into all the vital systems. Phil… Audio
Southern town's do not drink water notice may last months
About 650 households have been encouraged to make use of provided water tanks due rising levels of nitrate in their drinking water.
Odour neutralisers at Seaview wastewater plant to be paused
Odour neutralisers at a Lower Hutt wastewater treatment plant are scheduled to be shutdown in an experiment to gauge their effectiveness. Wellington Water general manager Jeremy McKibbin spoke to… Audio
Business commentator Dileepa Fonseka
BusinessDesk senior correspondent, Dileepa Fonseka. Audio
Independent retail does 'not make financial sense' - power company
A power company warns it will be difficult for smaller retailers to continue operating without changes to the gentailer model.
South Canterbury town asked not to drink tap water
A do-not-drink notice has been issued for residents of Waimate, after nitrate levels in the water supply breached acceptable limits.
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.
