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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

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

Federal Government

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

Construction

The Victorian government’s $11 billion Metro Tunnel project is expected to reach completion a year early

Melbourne commuters could see relief a year sooner, with the Metro Tunnel’s tunnels and stations now slated for completion in September 2024.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 26th Feb 2018

Property Market

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

Energy efficient

First modular construction building code drafted

Better safety and quality control in prefab building could speed up cheaper, more durable projects as Victoria unveils a world first code.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Oct 2017

Malware

Faster internet bringing more cyberattacks

Rising digital dependence is exposing businesses and households to more phishing scams, malware and other attacks, NZTech warns.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Sep 2017

Cartech

Kiwi company spearheads legalisation of self-driving vehicles in Australia and New Zealand

A Kiwi company is establishing itself at the front of the pack in the race to help legalise self-driving vehicles...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Aug 2017

Customer Experience

Love of eating out is a big piece of the future of retail

Retail centres are shifting towards food, social spaces and experiences as shops fight to lure people away from online shopping.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 30th Jul 2017

3D Printing

New resource for faster, more efficient buildings

Construction costs could fall and projects finish sooner if New Zealand uses more CLT, an engineered timber system made locally.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Wed, 29th Mar 2017

Global Stories

Melbourne stories

Smart Cities

YOU'RE INVITED: the 2018 Cities 4.0 summit

The 2018 Cities 4.0 Summit, from 20-22 March at Pullman Melbourne Albert Park, will showcase cutting-edge smart city innovations with global experts.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Tue, 20th Feb 2018

Smart Cities

Construction begins on Cato Square parkland in Stonnington

The 10,000-square-metre Cato Square will add urgently needed open space in Prahran, with underground parking opening before the parkland is finished.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 25th Jan 2018

Digital Transformation

DXC to launch first Aussie digital transformation centres

DXC says the centres will deliver digital solutions by drawing on their global experience in digital transformations.

By Patrick Martlew • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Oct 2017

Marketing Technologies

China's DHgate launches Digital Trade Centre in Melbourne

DHgate says the launch of the DTC will streamline the process of bringing the world's top brands to Australia.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Jul 2017

Kordia

Aura Information Security boosts leadership team as consulting demand grows

Aura Information Security appoints Tom Moore as new Practice Manager for Australian and New Zealand operations due to increased demand for consulting services.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Apr 2017