Local Government struggling with the cost of climate change
Local government revenues are not keeping up with the increasing cost of mitigating climate change, according to a new report by the Australia Institute.
The...
New earthquake regulations could save New Zealand $8.2 billion
The New Zealand government has announced changes in its approach to managing earthquake-prone buildings in reforms which are forecast to save building owners around...
NZ Government releases council spending data
The New Zealand Government has published data on local council spending in a move designed to heighten accountability and public scrutiny. Local Government Minister...
Norfolk, Virginia, leads the way with nature based solutions
The US city of Norfolk, Virginia, is implementing a major project using nature based solutions to address coastal flooding and enhance resilience. The east...
Watercare raises NZ$3.4 billion for infrastructure program
New Zealand infrastructure provider Watercare Services has successfully completed the country’s largest corporate debt capital issue, raising NZ$3.4 billion of bank facilities.
Watercare, which recently...
Commonwealth joins with states to fund water projects
Regional communities around Australia will share a total of A$85.9 million in National Water Grid funding for new infrastructure projects. A total of 23...
Barcelona combines technologies to revive threatened river
The Spanish city of Barcelona plans to use a combination of digital twins and neuroscience to promote the recovery of a river estuary. Through...
New policy statement to help Kiwi councils
Infrastructure NZ has welcomed the release of consultation on the first National Policy Statement (NPS) for Infrastructure as a strengthening of guidance for local...
How EVs Perform in the Real-World – And What this Means for Fleets
Understanding how electric vehicles perform compared to traditional internal combustion engine vehicles is essential for effective fleet management.
In a recent webinar, hosted by...
Insurance Council urges creation of A$30 billion flood fund
The Insurance Council of Australia has called for a national Food Defence Fund (FDF) in a policy document recommending priorities for the re-elected Albanese...
