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Irrigation changes needed for rural areas
Tuesday, 5 September 2017, 3:03 pm | Infrastructure NZ
"The change to the constitution of Crown Irrigation Investments Limited (CIIL) to allow it to fund water storage projects that directly lead to environmental benefits is a very positive step and should be extended to recognise resilience and social ... More >>
Cross party consensus needed on Infrastructure Commission
Friday, 1 September 2017, 1:42 pm | Infrastructure NZ
"The National Party’s announcement today that, if elected, it will set up an independent National Infrastructure Commission should have cross party support," says Infrastructure New Zealand Chief Executive, Stephen Selwood. More >>
Diversity & Inclusion in the Infrastructure Sector
Tuesday, 29 August 2017, 12:29 pm | Infrastructure NZ
Research makes it increasingly clear that companies with more diverse workforces perform better financially. McKinsey’s latest findings reveal that companies in the top quarter for gender or ethnic diversity are more likely to have financial ... More >>
Specialised agency key to infrastructure programme
Thursday, 17 August 2017, 5:10 pm | Infrastructure NZ
"There is now broad agreement across the infrastructure industry that consolidating public procurement expertise in an arm’s-length specialist agency is critical to meeting New Zealand’s investment programme," says Stephen Selwood, CEO of ... More >>
Long term funding tools for Auckland welcome
Sunday, 6 August 2017, 3:58 pm | Infrastructure NZ
"Labour's commitment to solving Auckland's long term transport funding challenge is a big step forward," says Stephen Selwood CEO of Infrastructure New Zealand. More >>
A $2.6 billion boost for Auckland and New Zealand
Friday, 4 August 2017, 11:16 am | Infrastructure NZ
"The Government’s $2.6 billion commitment to Auckland’s overwhelmed transport system is a well-balanced package of investment in road, rail and bus. Combined with consents for the East-West strategic link, expected later this year, this will deliver ... More >>
Crown Infrastructure Partnerships initiative could transform
Sunday, 23 July 2017, 3:29 pm | Infrastructure NZ
"The Government's announcement today that it will set up Crown Infrastructure Partnerships to seed fund private investment in road and water infrastructure provides a means to dramatically increase housing supply," says Infrastructure New Zealand ... More >>
Wairarapa a step in the right direction
Wednesday, 19 July 2017, 1:27 pm | Infrastructure NZ
"It is positive to see the Local Government Commission has put forward a sound proposal for the Wairarapa, but the ongoing piecemeal approach to reform is not tackling the wider national issue of whether councils can plan, fund and meet long-term local ... More >>
Housing Infrastructure Fund welcome but much more is needed
Tuesday, 11 July 2017, 3:13 pm | Infrastructure NZ
"The Government’s $1 billion financing of much needed growth infrastructure is very welcome, but infrastructure requirements nationwide are now in the tens of billions and better planning, funding and delivery systems are required to meet the ... More >>
Report: opportunities to streamline decision making
Thursday, 8 June 2017, 3:49 pm | Infrastructure NZ
"New Zealand can make best use of the Government's $32 billion infrastructure commitment over the next four years by streamlining plans and institutions, including specialist procurement, environment and water regulation agencies and a top down ... More >>
Mobility and urgent investment
Wednesday, 7 June 2017, 3:18 pm | Infrastructure NZ
"Infrastructure New Zealand welcomes today’s announcement that the Government and Auckland Council will investigate road pricing, but is concerned that the Terms of Reference over-emphasise demand management and do not recognise the constraints ... More >>
Investment in irrigation welcome
Thursday, 18 May 2017, 4:40 pm | Infrastructure NZ
"Infrastructure New Zealand welcomes new Government support for economically and environmentally sound irrigation proposals, but equity investment is preferable over debt funding to maximise public benefit," says chief executive of Infrastructure ... More >>
Step change in infrastructure needed to support new housing
Tuesday, 16 May 2017, 4:26 pm | Infrastructure NZ
"News that the Government will build 34,500 new homes in Auckland over the next decade is to be applauded, but a step change in infrastructure funding and investment will be required to ensure Auckland networks can accommodate this growth," says ... More >>
Govt's $11bn infrastructure commitment a big step forward
Thursday, 27 April 2017, 1:33 pm | Infrastructure NZ
"The announcement that Budget 2017 will allocate a further $11 billion in new capital infrastructure is very welcome. It will be essential that this new funding unlocks local and private capital to accelerate much needed infrastructure investment," ... More >>
Case for change to build New Zealand’s prosperity
Wednesday, 5 April 2017, 2:46 pm | Infrastructure NZ
The need for a cohesive strategy to drive reform of the country’s resource management and planning systems is now vital for New Zealand’s prosperity, says a coalition of like-minded organisations. More >>
Report demonstrates need for a Royal Commission
Wednesday, 29 March 2017, 11:19 am | Infrastructure NZ
"The Productivity Commission report released today identifies many of the key issues confronting urban development in New Zealand, but its recommendations fail to align planning, local government decision making powers and funding", says Stephen Selwood, ... More >>
Breakthrough in infrastructure & urban development announced
Tuesday, 14 February 2017, 4:48 pm | Infrastructure NZ
"The announcement that urban development authority legislation will be fast tracked and the identification of an indicative route for the Warkworth to Wellsford motorway are major steps forward for infrastructure and growth," says Stephen ... More >>
Comparing the Planning, Funding & Delivery of Infrastructure
Thursday, 9 February 2017, 10:36 am | Infrastructure NZ
Infrastructure NZ, in partnership with the Canadian Trade Commission, is delighted to invite you to a morning tea and panel discussion on the planning, funding and delivery of infrastructure in Canada and New Zealand. More >>
Potential for innovation in social housing delivery
Thursday, 24 November 2016, 2:33 pm | Infrastructure NZ
"The Government’s proposed transfer of up to 2500 state houses in Christchurch to community housing providers will allow older homes to be rejuvenated and may also be used to incentivise new approaches to social housing delivery in New Zealand," ... More >>
Infrastructure New Zealand launched
Tuesday, 25 October 2016, 2:52 pm | Infrastructure NZ
New Zealand's peak infrastructure body, the New Zealand Council for Infrastructure Development has relaunched as Infrastructure New Zealand. More >>
