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DJI implements no-fly zones during ASEAN-Australia Special Summit
Drones

DJI implements no-fly zones during ASEAN-Australia Special Summit

The temporary no-fly zones will help reduce the likelihood of drone operators inadvertently entering sensitive areas.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Mar 2018

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Rail infrastructure set to transform NSW real estate
Real estate

Rail infrastructure set to transform NSW real estate

NSW’s near GBP £47 billion infrastructure pipeline is expected to lift property values and spur development around three Sydney rail projects.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Sun, 14th Oct 2018
City of Sydney targets net zero carbon buildings by 2050
Urban Planning

City of Sydney targets net zero carbon buildings by 2050

Residents and developers could face tighter rules as Sydney commits to net zero carbon buildings by 2050 and new builds by 2030.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Oct 2018
Logos to fly the flag in New Zealand
Supply Chain

Logos to fly the flag in New Zealand

The Wiri acquisition marks Logos’ first New Zealand development as demand for industrial space rises on the back of e-commerce growth.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Aug 2018
Innovative wastewater treatment changing city infrastructure
Smart Cities

Innovative wastewater treatment changing city infrastructure

Drought-hit cities are turning sewage into a valuable supply, cutting demand on drinking water and easing pressure on rivers and seas.

By Staff Writer • 9 min read • Fri, 6th Jul 2018
Transport GPS welcome but New Zealand falling further behind
Taxation

Transport GPS welcome but New Zealand falling further behind

Record transport spending will not ease congestion or housing shortages fast enough, according to Infrastructure New Zealand, which says funding still lags Australia.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 1st Jul 2018
Co-investors sought for world’s largest timber office building
Construction

Co-investors sought for world’s largest timber office building

Nearly 70 per cent complete, Brisbane’s 45-metre 25 King office tower has drawn fresh investor interest as Impact Investment Group seeks co-investors.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Jun 2018
Australian road construction to hit record levels in 2018
Australian Government

Australian road construction to hit record levels in 2018

Road spending is set to top AUD $20 billion this financial year, but rail projects may crowd it out after 2018 as costs rise.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Jun 2018
So, how do you feel?
Real estate

So, how do you feel?

Investor confidence has recovered to September 2017 levels, even as online retail growth and flexible offices reshape New Zealand property demand.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Tue, 8th May 2018
Out of sight must not be out of mind
Risk & Compliance

Out of sight must not be out of mind

Hidden corrosion under insulation is costing industry billions, with hundreds of failures each year and major risks to pressured pipes and vessels.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Apr 2018
Renewing city centres a billion-dollar business
Smart Cities

Renewing city centres a billion-dollar business

Rising demand for homes, jobs and green space is driving multi-billion-dollar city makeovers from Paris to New York and Cairo.

By Michael Curreen • 9 min read • Wed, 18th Apr 2018
Australia to invest billions in transit infrastructure
Smart Cities

Australia to invest billions in transit infrastructure

Growing cities will need more than USD $55 billion in priority transport works over the next 15 years, Infrastructure Australia says.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Apr 2018
Deadly reminder that lead exposure kills – even years later
University of Otago

Deadly reminder that lead exposure kills – even years later

Even low blood lead levels may drive a third of premature cardiovascular deaths in the US, a new study suggests.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Tue, 27th Mar 2018
Bridge corrosion a costly problem
Building materials

Bridge corrosion a costly problem

Corrosion is costing Australia A$8 billion a year in avoidable bridge and concrete damage, with traffic and salt speeds worsening wear.

By Staff Writer • 10 min read • Wed, 21st Mar 2018
Stantec to acquire Traffic Design Group
Urban Planning

Stantec to acquire Traffic Design Group

The deal will expand local transport engineering capacity across New Zealand and Australia, adding more than 80 TDG staff to Stantec’s regional practice.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Feb 2018
After seven years of construction, China’s newest skyscraper is officially the world’s fourth tallest
Real estate

After seven years of construction, China’s newest skyscraper is officially the world’s fourth tallest

Shenzhen’s 599-metre Ping An Finance Centre has joined a Chinese boom in supertall towers after seven years of construction.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 9th Feb 2018
Apartment living sparks self-storage boom
Facilities management

Apartment living sparks self-storage boom

Auckland’s self-storage operators are benefiting as apartment living lifts demand, with average occupancy holding at 90.46 per cent and fees rising 4.18 per cent.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 8th Oct 2017