EDB launches disaster recovery for WarehousePG analytics
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Raetihi Marae to close for four months for upgrade
Whānau bookings have been moved as the marae shuts from 31 August to 31 December for a new ablution block and safety-critical services work.
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Construction activity has slumped to its lowest level since 2015, prompting calls for faster consents and fairer liability rules.
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Southland council accused of breaking flood work promises
Residents could face weaker flood protection after a former chief financial officer accused Environment Southland of failing to deliver promised work.
Tairāwhiti emergency waste funding: Gisborne District Council gets $115,590 grant
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Our Editorial Team
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Sean Mitchell
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Sofiah Nichole has balanced a dual passion for technical precision and the written word since 2017. Before diving into the world of Civil Engineering, she spent years navigating school press conferences and contributing to university publications, honing her skills as a versatile staff writer. Outside of her engineering labs, you can find her advocating for student voices and looking for the next great story to tell. She believes that whether you are building a bridge or a news report, the foundation must be rock solid.
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Damian Seeto
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Analyst Insights
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Siemens named Leader in Gartner QMS software ranking
Siemens named a Leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant for quality management software, spotlighting its AI-enabled, integrated QMS portfolio.
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Schneider Electric has been named a Leader in IDC's 2025 Energy Transition Services report, praised for digital innovation and global expertise in net-zero solutions.
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IFS reports 22% growth in annual recurring revenue as global industries rapidly adopt its Industrial AI software in mission-critical operations.
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Siemens named Leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant for IIoT platforms
Siemens has been named a Leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Global Industrial IoT Platforms, recognising its strong AI-driven solutions and global reach.
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