Watercare officially opened the new Snells Beach Wastewater Treatment Plant, marking a significant milestone in its $450 million programme investment to transform wastewater services for the Warkworth and Snells/Algies communities. The treatment plant is now taking more than half of Warkworth’s wastewater flows, with the new pump station in Lucy Moore Memorial Park, a five-kilometreContinueContinue reading “Watercare opens new treatment plant”
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‘Powerful solution’ to timber sector challenges
New Zealand’s timber sector is facing a number of challenges including labour shortages, climbing operating costs and downtime risks, as well as market fluctuations such as a decline in demand for timber by large export markets. However, the reprieve of US tariffs is welcome news for the sector, ensuring that it can continue exporting toContinueContinue reading “‘Powerful solution’ to timber sector challenges”
Industry stalwart passes: Simon John Lucas of Lucas Machinery
The New Zealand business community is mourning the loss of Simon John Lucas, founder of Lucas Machinery, who passed away on September 5, 2025. Born on December 3, 1952, Simon devoted his professional life to shaping one of the country’s most recognised names in industrial machinery. In 1980, Simon and his wife Catherine established LucasContinueContinue reading “Industry stalwart passes: Simon John Lucas of Lucas Machinery”
Hydraulink celebrates 80 years
Hydraulink is celebrating 80 years of supporting industries across New Zealand, Australia, and the Asia-Pacific. Founded in 1945 as Burr & Douglas, the business began in a small Auckland workshop, supplying agricultural customers before moving to Pukekohe in 1953 to manufacture hydraulic fittings. The Hydraulink brand launched in 1973, quickly recognised for its bold yellowContinueContinue reading “Hydraulink celebrates 80 years”
‘We build the standards, why are we footing the bill?’
Every building we step into, every bridge we cross, every piece of infrastructure we rely on is made safer by standards. These technical documents guide engineers, architects, builders, and regulators in designing and constructing a resilient built environment. Yet the system that funds New Zealand’s standards is broken, according to the New Zealand Heavy EngineeringContinueContinue reading “‘We build the standards, why are we footing the bill?’”
EMA: Industrial gas users ‘almost out of options’
A shortage of available gas supply is forcing price hikes and tough decisions across multiple industries, says the EMA following the latest Industrial and Consumers Gas Survey. The Employers and Manufacturers Association (EMA) says many members are struggling to secure supply beyond the end of this year, with some facing cost increases of 20, 30ContinueContinue reading “EMA: Industrial gas users ‘almost out of options’”
Record engagement as small businesses tap into regional support
More New Zealand small businesses than ever are turning to the Regional Business Partner (RBP) Network for support and advice, with the 2024/25 financial year recording the highest engagement levels seen outside the Covid-19 response period. Nearly 4,500 businesses accessed RBP services over the past year – a 7% increase on 2023/24, and a 13%ContinueContinue reading “Record engagement as small businesses tap into regional support”
NZCTU: Workers paying the price in weak economy
New data released by Statistics New Zealand shows that unemployment has increased to 5.2%, meaning that there are 158,000 people unemployed in New Zealand, and that wages are not keeping up with rising costs according to the NZCTU. “Unemployment has increased 28% since the Government took office. They have no plan to bring the numbersContinueContinue reading “NZCTU: Workers paying the price in weak economy”
Kaeser Compressors NZ marks 10 years supporting New Zealand industry
Kaeser Compressors NZ is celebrating ten years since the establishment of its New Zealand subsidiary. The company has had a presence in the market for more than 30 years through authorised sales and service partners, but demand and growth led to the creation of Kaeser Compressors NZ Limited in 2015. “2025 marks a significant milestoneContinueContinue reading “Kaeser Compressors NZ marks 10 years supporting New Zealand industry”
Training hub helps Titan Marine Engineering build future workforce
At a time when many industries are grappling with a skilled labour shortage, Titan Marine Engineering is taking matters into its own hands – investing in young people, hands-on training, and a workplace culture designed to keep people learning and thriving. Based in Auckland’s Wynyard Quarter, the company has transformed a disused loft space intoContinueContinue reading “Training hub helps Titan Marine Engineering build future workforce”
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