Infrastructure
Roads, bridges, highways and the funding and projects that keep freight moving.
Civil Contractors call for bipartisan infrastructure pipeline in Election Manifesto ‘26
Civil Contractors New Zealand (CCNZ) is urging political parties to commit to a stable, long-term infrastructure pipeline, warning the sector's biggest challenge remains the boom-and-bust cycle of government investment.
EROAD bets on ‘reset’ phase
EROAD has unveiled a sweeping turnaround strategy centred on New Zealand and Australia, signalling a reset of the business following a difficult period marked by a major North American write-down and governance upheaval.
Truckies thanked as major roadworks season ends
More than 1,800 lane kilometres of state highway received new surfacing or reconstruction work during the 2025-26 summer road renewal season, despite challenging weather conditions across…
Transport industry welcomes cross-party support for infrastructure plan
Transport and infrastructure industry groups have welcomed the Government's decision to support all 16 recommendations in the National Infrastructure Plan, saying the cross-party backing provides a…
Govt backs all 16 recommendations in National Infrastructure Plan
The Government has agreed to support all 16 recommendations contained in the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission's National Infrastructure Plan, including a review of the land transport…
AT completes record road renewal programme
Auckland Transport (AT) says it is on track to complete its largest-ever annual road maintenance programme, with more than 480km of roads repaired and resurfaced across…
TAIC: Bridge collapse exposes weaknesses in KiwiRail risk management
A Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC) report has found weaknesses in KiwiRail's bridge inspection, asset management and severe weather response systems following the collapse of a rail bridge on the Main South Line in 2024.
Civil Contractors welcome Budget infrastructure funding boost
Civil Contractors New Zealand has welcomed increased infrastructure investment in Budget 2026, saying a steady pipeline of projects is needed to support industry recovery and deliver long-term benefits for communities.
Govt commits nearly $3b to road and rail infrastructure projects
The Government has committed almost $3 billion in Budget 2026 funding for major road and rail infrastructure projects, including the extension of the Waikato Expressway and…
Gary Bone appointed Penske executive general manager of on-highway
Penske Australia & New Zealand has appointed Gary Bone as executive general manager of on-highway following the resignation of Craig Lee, who will leave the company…