Infrastructure reportWaitohi dams get green lightAfter five years of trying, the Hurunui Water Project has finally received resource consents for its $400m storage and irrigation scheme.18 Aug 05:30 PM
Infrastructure reportFinding the right fundingTravel choices and reliability are imperative, says a transport expert.18 Aug 05:30 PM
Infrastructure reportPPPs on two key Auckland projectsNew Zealand's big infrastructure job is being funded by the state - but public-private partnerships (PPPs) have emerged on two big Auckland sites.18 Aug 05:30 PM
Infrastructure reportStronger, better ... we can rebuild itWe talk to two key players driving action in the quake-damaged city18 Aug 05:30 PM
OpinionKaren Silk: Clearer vision of the futureLong-term political focus is needed to drive our significant infrastructure investment, says Karen Silk.18 Aug 05:30 PM
Infrastructure reportA healthy approach - Don LyonBudgets are tight, but there are good opportunities for asset optimisation, says Beca managing director Don Lyon.18 Aug 05:30 PM
Infrastructure reportHawkins knows value of sewing up businessLarge-scale projects at home and overseas keep the infrastructure division busy, writes Anne Gibson.18 Aug 05:30 PM
Infrastructure reportA Super City for infrastructureAuckland's integrated approach is paying dividends, says Downer's CEO. Steve Hart reports.18 Aug 05:30 PM
OpinionAndrew Stevens: Urgent step change needed on safetyLaw changes have big implications for the building industry, says Andrew Stevens.18 Aug 05:30 PM
Infrastructure reportGovernment tests water on consensus approachInvolving the community in decisions on big irrigation schemes may help simplify the resource consent process. Nigel Stirling reports.18 Aug 05:30 PM
Infrastructure reportSuper investmentThe New Zealand Superannuation Fund says it is willing to go where others fear to tread with regional irrigation schemes.18 Aug 05:30 PM
Infrastructure reportOffshore lessons can pay dividendsCutting across traditional discipline and reporting lines can make a huge difference to big city projects.18 Aug 05:30 PM
Infrastructure reportLast piece of the puzzleThe Waterview Connection is crucial to the city's future, reports Anne Gibson.18 Aug 05:30 PM
Agribusiness reportMore crop per drop...Water management will play a vital role in New Zealand's agricultural future.02 Jul 05:30 PM
Agribusiness reportChina crisis to spur formula growthLocal producers see a benefit for them as China tightens its rules around infant formula, writes Christopher Adams.02 Jul 05:30 PM
Agribusiness reportGood life beckons student from cityGrowing up in urban Wellington, and attending a fairly small private girl's school, was an unusual pathway into the agricultural sector for DairyNZ Scholar, Brigitte Ravera.02 Jul 05:30 PM
Agribusiness reportBig guns get lion's shareMinister looks for results from recipients of PGP scheme funding.02 Jul 05:30 PM
Agribusiness reportThought for foodBrierley Penn looks at efforts to collaborate for innovation in the food sector.02 Jul 05:30 PM
Agribusiness reportSupport grows for new generation GMJust as the next wave of genetically modified crops is making its way to market overseas, two councils in Northland have announced their intention to impose tighter controls on the technology.02 Jul 05:30 PM
OpinionNathan Penny: Gear up for a bumpy rideNathan Penny presents a rough guide to the economic effects of the food price boom.02 Jul 05:30 PM
Agribusiness reportEducating vets to boost productionRural vets will soon play an important role boosting productivity for sheep and beef meat farmers, writes Bill Bennett.02 Jul 05:30 PM
Agribusiness reportASB sees the future with a Latin beatASB is more generally known for its technological prowess and customer service but now it is pushing into the agribusiness space, taking rural corporate customers to China and focusing them on burgeoning opportunities in Latin America.02 Jul 05:30 PM
OpinionTim Groser: Exporting our know how will pay offDon't get me wrong: I still see the base of this great future ahead for New Zealand agriculture in our production base in New Zealand. But I remain convinced that we can supplement that by selling our intellectual property in agriculture.02 Jul 05:30 PM
Agribusiness reportDairy head upbeat about upcoming floatAn IPO was one of the goals Bright Dairy set out for Synlait Milk when it acquired its 51 per cent stake for $82 million in November 2010.02 Jul 05:30 PM
OpinionMichael Barnett: Kiwi formula brands deserve protectionA united approach to marketing formula in China can only enhance the Kiwi reputation, writes Michael Barnett.02 Jul 05:30 PM
OpinionGraham Turley: A new dawn for dairy farmersLong-held assumptions are being turned upside down, writes Graham Turley.02 Jul 05:30 PM
Agribusiness reportMilk shakeup push coming from FonterraFonterra chief Theo Spierings wants Government buy-in on a national strategy, reports Fran O'Sullivan.02 Jul 05:30 PM
OpinionIan Proudfoot: Agriculture we do it really wellThe farming sector needs to help the public understand how important it is, writes Ian Proudfoot.02 Jul 05:30 PM