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Climate change kicks into gear
Sustainability

Climate change kicks into gear

New Zealand has already warmed 1.1°C, with the IPCC warning of more coastal flooding, fires and heavier rainfall ahead.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Aug 2021
Ownership change for Century 21 New Zealand
Small Business

Ownership change for Century 21 New Zealand

The franchise's headquarters will move to Manawatu after Tim Kearins bought Derryn Mayne's 25% stake in Century 21 New Zealand.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Aug 2021
New radio technology keeps workers safe and compliant
Digital Transformation

New radio technology keeps workers safe and compliant

Contact-free radio links are helping City Forests track crews across 23,730 hectares, while also supporting Covid-era social distancing and digital dockets.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Aug 2021
Could Mexico City’s bridge collapse happen here?
Risk & Compliance

Could Mexico City’s bridge collapse happen here?

Older spans are under fresh scrutiny as Australasia’s 57,000-plus bridges face heavier traffic, climate stress and overdue maintenance.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 10th May 2021
The top 20 most expensive cities in the world
Australian Dollar

The top 20 most expensive cities in the world

Sydney has slipped to 97th as a weaker Australian dollar makes expatriate life cheaper across Australasian cities in the latest global ranking.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 19th Jul 2020
National’s transport plan – what will it achieve?
Productivity

National’s transport plan – what will it achieve?

The proposed $31 billion programme would reshape commuting in the upper North Island, while relying on RMA repeal and borrowing powers.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 17th Jul 2020
24/7 service and ‘can-do’ attitude drives Hydraulink’s trans-Tasman success
Agricultural Technology

24/7 service and ‘can-do’ attitude drives Hydraulink’s trans-Tasman success

Its 400-plus service points across Australasia are helping customers cut costly downtime as Hydraulink adds new distributors and branches.

By Michael Curreen • 8 min read • Sun, 5th Jul 2020
Greater access regulation to become a new normal
Smart Cities

Greater access regulation to become a new normal

Public buildings face tighter access controls as coronavirus drives demand for safer, greener entrance systems across Australia and New Zealand.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Sun, 24th May 2020
Commercial property market stalls as uncertainty lingers
Risk & Compliance

Commercial property market stalls as uncertainty lingers

New Zealand commercial rents and capital values are expected to keep falling as occupiers and investors stay cautious amid coronavirus uncertainty.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Tue, 5th May 2020
Construction industry post-lockdown – what you can do now to prepare
Digital Transformation

Construction industry post-lockdown – what you can do now to prepare

Jobs and cashflow are under pressure as New Zealand's construction sector braces for a slow restart after lockdown.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2020
Construction industry post-lockdown – what you can do now to prepare
Digital Transformation

Construction industry post-lockdown – what you can do now to prepare

One-third of construction jobs are at risk as firms brace for insolvencies and shift training and services online to survive the lockdown.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Apr 2020
Taking the killer stress out of wire rope applications
Construction

Taking the killer stress out of wire rope applications

Wearlon sheaves can cut rope wear and maintenance, helping cranes, elevators and other plant stay safer for longer.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2019
The country town with a strong future
Māori

The country town with a strong future

Growing commuter demand and planned development are giving Tuakau a boost, as young Auckland families seek cheaper homes and bigger sections.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2019
Open the door to energy sustainability in Australasia
Sustainability

Open the door to energy sustainability in Australasia

Larger office buildings could cut heating and cooling costs as revolving doors curb air loss and drafty chimney effects, experts say.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2019
Kiwi company finds more success in Australia
Safety

Kiwi company finds more success in Australia

Rio Tinto’s tyre-handling forklift operators are seeing safer, simpler controls after Hydraulink engineered a joystick system for the machines.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Aug 2019
Why New Zealand cities can’t keep up with Australia’s
Productivity

Why New Zealand cities can’t keep up with Australia’s

Auckland households are now $96 a week worse off than a decade ago, as soaring housing and transport costs drag New Zealand's cities behind Australia’s.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 5th May 2019
Kiwi businesswoman becomes new co-owner of Century 21
Education, Learning & Training

Kiwi businesswoman becomes new co-owner of Century 21

The real estate group is set to expand faster in New Zealand after Derryn Mayne bought a 25% stake, bringing ownership back into local hands.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Apr 2019
Two small towns shine in real estate awards
Education, Learning & Training

Two small towns shine in real estate awards

North Waikato's Turangi and Huntly outperformed Auckland rivals as Century 21 New Zealand handed out its 2018 national awards in Auckland.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Thu, 21st Feb 2019