Infrastructure
Pylon collapse: Upgraded lines and big batteries considered
Beefed-up transmission lines allowing more energy to be produced in the Far North, and a grid-scale battery to keep the lights on if the national grid fails again, are among options being explored…
Wairarapa water decision is council's biggest in 15 years - mayor
People are being invited to workshops as three councils decide whether to opt in or out of a Wellington regional water organisation.
Draft report on Marsden Point reopening received by officials
Officials have received a draft report into re-establishing the Marsden Point oil refinery in Northland.
'No one wants this': Locals vow to keep fighting toll
Submissions on tolling the replacement Manawatū Gorge road have now closed, but residents are refusing to give up. Audio
Boil water notice remains for Clutha District
Flooding throughout Otago last weekend overwhelmed several water-treatment plants in Clutha District.
Boil water notice remains for Foxton Beach
A boil water notice remains in place for the Manawatū township of Foxton Beach, because of possible E coli contamination.
One NZ to start testing Musk's Starlink mobile network
The telco is partnering with the US satellite network owned by Elon Musk to improve mobile coverage for customers.
Fast-track projects: Govt told to strengthen ties with iwi
The government is being encouraged to engage with iwi to foster Māori economic development.
Electricity Authority put on notice over encouraging competition in energy sector
The government has told the Electricity Authority to get more competitive as it tries to curb soaring electricity prices of late.
Fast Track nod for port expansion a Treaty breach - hapū
Northport's container terminal expansion is one of 149 projects the government has selected for fast tracking.
Protections worked well during Otago floods - council
The Otago Regional Council says its flood protection schemes performed well during the recent deluge.
Parts of Dunedin Hospital leaked during intense rain
Parts of Dunedin Hospital were leaking through the walls and ceilings during last week's storm, which a local MP says highlights the urgent need for a new hospital. MP Ingrid Leary spoke to Charlotte… Audio
Boil water notice over potential E coli in Foxton Beach water
A boil water notice has been issued as a precaution.
Real schemes, or unfunded dreams? Questions over fast-track list
A roof for Eden Park; a second bridge for Ashburton; a new dry dock for the navy. What will actually become reality?
The fast track to nowhere
Critics are asking if the 149 projects on the government's fast-track list are real schemes, or just unfunded dreams Audio
Transpower, contractor pay up over pylon collapse blackout
The local MP described the $1 million as a "goodwill payment"because neither Transpower nor Omexom were under any legal obligation to pay compensation.
Northland's fast-track approvals show heavy focus on infrastructure
A Northland business group is welcoming the heavy focus on infrastructure in the government's list of local projects singled out for fast-tracked consenting.
Taranaki 'unitary council' a 'no-brainer', councillor says
A New Plymouth councillor says Local Water Done Well legislation is the first step towards a Taranaki unitary council - a move he welcomes.
Wind gust made Bluebridge ferry hit wharf
Bluebridge's Connemara ferry hit the Picton wharf while berthing.
'Piles and piles of obstacles' to building gone under fast-track - developer
One of Wellington's most prominent property developers says the government's fast-track legislation makes him excited about building. Audio
