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Engineers welcome new framework

Monday, 3 July 2017, 10:20 am | IPENZ Engineers NZ

Engineers say new legislation marks a step forward in improving New Zealand’s building stock. More >>

Canterbury quake interval a sobering reminder for Wellington

Tuesday, 2 May 2017, 12:31 pm | IPENZ Engineers NZ

IPENZ Chief Executive Susan Freeman-Greene says this Thursday, 177 days after the Kaikoura earthquake, is a sobering reminder of the seismic risk posed by earthquake-prone buildings. More >>

Young Engineer of the Year revealed

Saturday, 8 April 2017, 1:24 pm | IPENZ Engineers NZ

The 2017 Young Engineer of the Year is Rocket Lab’s Lachlan Matchett, it was announced at the IPENZ Fellows’ and Achievers’ Awards in Wellington last night. More >>

Demand drives surging salaries for engineers

Wednesday, 18 January 2017, 10:18 am | IPENZ Engineers NZ

Engineers take home an average of nearly $100,000 a year and their salaries are growing strongly, according to the annual IPENZ Remuneration Survey. More >>

Make sure your building has been inspected by an engineer

Saturday, 19 November 2016, 11:28 pm | IPENZ Engineers NZ

New Zealand Society for Earthquake Engineering (NZSEE) President Peter Smith says people who are concerned about their building should consult their landlord or body corporate and make sure it’s been inspected by a qualified engineer. More >>

Structural engineers working hard to assess damage

Thursday, 17 November 2016, 12:11 pm | IPENZ Engineers NZ

Hundreds of engineers have been mobilised to check buildings and infrastructure after the Kaikoura earthquake. More >>

Engineers subject to new Code of Ethical Conduct

Wednesday, 29 June 2016, 2:34 pm | IPENZ Engineers NZ

A new Code of Ethical Conduct for engineering professionals comes into force on 1 July. More >>

IPENZ pursues alternative measures to address complaints

Monday, 10 August 2015, 2:12 pm | IPENZ Engineers NZ

Though disappointed by the Chartered Professional Engineers Council (CPEC) decision in the Graeme Robinson disciplinary hearings, the Institution of Professional Engineers (IPENZ) will not appeal the decision. More >>

John Key meets with young Canterbury engineers

Tuesday, 23 June 2015, 10:30 am | IPENZ Engineers NZ

Recently the Prime Minister Rt Hon John Key met with young engineers in Canterbury to talk about leadership. Many of these engineers have been working on the Christchurch rebuild. More >>

IPENZ will not appeal decision in Alan Reay case

Wednesday, 17 June 2015, 10:05 am | IPENZ Engineers NZ

The Institution of Professional Engineers (IPENZ) says it accepts the decision by an independent Disciplinary Committee to dismiss its complaint against Dr Alan Reay’s registration as a Chartered Professional Engineer following the Canterbury earthquakes. More >>

Celebrating Wellington Cable Car’s Engineering Heritage

Thursday, 16 April 2015, 9:34 am | IPENZ Engineers NZ

A plaque celebrating the engineering heritage of Wellington’s Cable Car was unveiled today by Mayor, Celia Wade-Brown Speakers at the Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand (IPENZ) event held in the Cable Car’s Kelburn Terminus included Simon ... More >>

Safety engineer receives top honour

Wednesday, 18 March 2015, 9:11 am | IPENZ Engineers NZ

After playing a vital role in raising public safety in workplace machinery and funfair rides, Jack Mains been recognised by New Zealand’s professional engineering body. Jack has been named a Fellow of the Institution of Engineers New Zealand (IPENZ) ... More >>

National forestry truck expert recognised

Tuesday, 17 March 2015, 1:25 pm | IPENZ Engineers NZ

Logging truck engineer, Lincoln Taylor was awarded a Fellowship of the Institution of Professional Engineers NZ for his leadership in and major contribution to making New Zealand logging trucks and trailers stronger and safer. He is recognised as a ... More >>

Tauranga wind engineer recognised

Tuesday, 17 March 2015, 12:58 pm | IPENZ Engineers NZ

Tauranga wind engineer, Deion Campbell – the General Manager – Generation at Trustpower has been awarded a Fellowship of the Institution of Professional Engineers NZ for his leadership in the development of wind generation in New Zealand. More >>

Expert earthquake commissioner recognised

Tuesday, 17 March 2015, 12:56 pm | IPENZ Engineers NZ

An engineer who played a key role as a Commissioner following the Canterbury earthquakes has been recognised as a Distinguished Fellow of the Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand (IPENZ). Professor Richard Fenwick was formally awarded the ... More >>

Habitat co-founder receives top engineering title

Tuesday, 17 March 2015, 12:54 pm | IPENZ Engineers NZ

The civil engineer who helped found the charitable organisation Habitat for Humanity in New Zealand has been recognised as a Distinguished Fellow of the Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand (IPENZ). Dr Tony Lanigan was recognised for his ... More >>

Creators of the Clutha Gold Trail selected as finalists

Tuesday, 25 November 2014, 12:32 pm | IPENZ Engineers NZ

Creators of the Clutha Gold Trail selected as finalists in the New Zealand Engineering Excellence Awards More >>

Amethyst Hydro Scheme in the running for Award

Tuesday, 25 November 2014, 12:30 pm | IPENZ Engineers NZ

The team behind the Amethyst Hydro Scheme has been selected as a finalist in this year’s New Zealand Engineering Excellence Awards. More >>

Two Wellington finalists heading to Excellence Awards

Tuesday, 25 November 2014, 12:28 pm | IPENZ Engineers NZ

Greater Wellington Regional Council and Wellington Cable Car Limited are among 19 finalists nominated from around the country in various categories for this year’s New Zealand Engineering Excellence Awards. More >>

Technology Challenging Society Series

Friday, 3 May 2013, 3:10 pm | IPENZ Engineers NZ

A free public series looking at how technology is transforming society for better or worse. The first panel of high-profile speakers will question; Is Music on the right track? in Wellington on 22 May. More >>

 

 
 
 
 
 

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