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Other noteworthy announcements | September 2022
Immigration sector agreements a helpful start
Auckland Council adopts ambitious transport emissions plan
Rating tool to be more widely available
Opportunity to engage on updates to the National Waste Data Framework
Public Transport Framework changes
Blueprint for better: WSP advances decarbonisation commitment
Google Cloud Region investment a welcome addition
Dunedin Hospital’s fast-track consent granted
Infrastructure Commission begins work to develop adaptation guidance
Lessons learned are a must to ease community disruption of big projects
By Claire Edmondson, Infrastructure New Zealand Chief Executive
Transformational infrastructure projects, like Auckland Light Rail and Let’s Get Wellington Moving, are incredibly important and will create benefits for generations to come. However, it’s imperative that we learn the lessons from similar projects to ease the burden of disruption to communities and businesses along the way.
Key recommendations of Te Waihanga/ the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission’s Infrastructure Strategy
By Claire Edmondson, Infrastructure New Zealand Chief Executive
The Infrastructure Strategy 2022-2052 is the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission’s first long-term vision for the nation’s infrastructure development. It is made up of 68 recommendations designed to ensure that infrastructure lays a foundation for the people, places, and businesses of Aotearoa New Zealand to thrive for generations.
Collaborative procurement drives sustainable outcomes at Eastland Port
By Fraser Wyllie, Managing Director New Zealand & Pacific Islands, McConnell Dowell Constructors Ltd
As an infrastructure contractor who deals with vast amounts of concrete, steel and operating large plant, it may seem that the opportunities to be sustainable are sparse. However, at McConnell Dowell we are all about taking on a challenge and coming up with smart solutions.
Towards a National Digital Twin – enabling productivity gains for New Zealand
Te Waihanga/ the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission has recommended that investigations into city, region and nation-wide digital twins be accelerated so the technology can be embedded as a tool of choice for spatial planning development.
Infrastructure New Zealand’s first Senior Leaders’ Retreat to inform advocacy work
Infrastructure New Zealand’s first Senior Leaders’ Retreat, held in partnership with MartinJenkins, proved very successful. INZ will be taking key actions from the Retreat forward in our advocacy work for the remainder of the year.
Our Networks in Focus | July 2022
Alisha Baddock, Women’s Infrastructure Network Canterbury Chair
Filip Lalovich, The Infrastructure Collective Wellington Deputy Chair
Other noteworthy announcements | July 2022
INZ welcomes Building Consent System Review and Infrastructure Acceleration Fund allocations
Let’s Get Wellington Moving – preferred option announced
Auckland’s biggest water project completed
SX Next cable doubles New Zealand’s internet capacity
Report highlights Northport’s potential
Green light for Christchurch arena
Workplace Diversity Survey Results Released
Two finalists compete to deliver world’s biggest green hydrogen project
Increased borrowing costs a challenge for sector
Government extends cost of living transport support
Watercare welcomes new partners as part of long-term collaborative delivery model
Budget 2022: A step forward but more to be done
By Claire Edmondson, Infrastructure New Zealand Chief Executive
Budget 2022 lifted infrastructure spending to approximately $62 billion over the next four years, but there is much more to be done to address the infrastructure deficit and improve delivery capacity.
Te Waihanga/ the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission releases long-term vision for infrastructure development
By Claire Edmondson, Infrastructure New Zealand Chief Executive
New Zealand’s first-ever long term infrastructure strategy, Rautaki Hanganga o Aotearoa – New Zealand Infrastructure Strategy 2022-2052, was released in May.
New Zealand’s first emissions reduction plan released
In May, the Government released New Zealand’s first ever Emissions Reduction Plan, Te Hau mārohi ki anamata – Towards a productive, sustainable and inclusive economy.
Auckland Light Rail / Harbour Connections update
The Government has confirmed its investment in construction of the Auckland Light Rail from the City Centre to Māngere, and construction could start by 2024/2025.
National Adaptation Plan – Adapt and thrive – Building a climate-resilient New Zealand
Actions for the built environment in the face of climate change are set out in the Government’s draft national adaptation plan, Adapt and Thrive – Building a climate-resilient New Zealand.
Recognition of sector’s immigration needs welcomed
The Government’s Immigration Rebalance, announced in May, is a welcome reset of New Zealand’s immigration settings.
Our Networks in Focus | June 2022
Claire Scrimgeour, Women’s Infrastructure Network Waikato Chair
Paul Curry, The Infrastructure Collective Canterbury Chair
Other noteworthy announcements | June 2022
Infrastructure New Zealand’s Senior Leaders’ Retreat
The latest OCR hike
First Water Services Entities Bill referred to Select Committee
The Construction Accord’s Transformation Plan 2022-2025 to be considered by Cabinet
Building materials shortage continues to put pressure on project delivery
Ports of Auckland scraps plans for automation
Auckland Council’s Climate Action Budget adopted
Auckland Airport capital expenditure programme
Construction costs take a toll on Christchurch stadium plans
New port chief executives appointed
Alliance formed to deliver Whangaparāoa Peninsula connection