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Energy & Infrastructure
Unlocking land for development
The Productivity Commission’s report Using land for housing provides workable recommendations, says BusinessNZ.
Climate change response requires dialogue with business
New Zealand energy leaders want an agreed global framework for tackling climate change.
Parliament missing in action on RMA reform
BusinessNZ says Parliament is missing another opportunity to fix the Resource Management Act.
Better rules for earthquake strengthening
BusinessNZ has welcomed moves to improve earthquake strengthening rules.
New Zealand’s energy system ranked fourth most secure in the world
New Zealand has been ranked fourth for energy security amongst the top 25 energy users in the world..
Getting more women working in trades
After the Canterbury earthquakes in 2010 and 2011, the Ministry of Women’s Affairs undertook research that has led to more women training in Canterbury for trades and more women working in construction.
Resource development framework has serious problems
New Zealand’s resource development framework has serious problems and needs urgent reform, says BusinessNZ.
Technology risks keep New Zealand energy executives awake at night
The second annual New Zealand Energy Issues Map reveals a rich and informative story around the risks and opportunities are increasingly keeping New Zealand energy executives awake at night, especially around new technologies.
BusinessNZ welcomes RMA review
BusinessNZ welcomes the beginning of the review of the Resource Management Act.
Petroleum block offer welcomed
BusinessNZ has welcomed the announcement of block offer permit awards for petroleum exploration in offshore and onshore locations around Northland, East Coast, Taranaki and the South Island.
Creative thinking around housing affordability welcomed
Competition in consenting activities should be considered, along with other options, in the coming review of the Resource Management Act, says BusinessNZ.