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Why anti-NIMBY move could see more 'sausage flats'
Property

Why anti-NIMBY move could see more 'sausage flats'

New rules designed to sidestep the 'not in my backyard' movement could also see a proliferation of cheaper, low rise flats across city infill areas.

Brent Melville 26 Oct 2021
Auckland Airport takes aim at 'rushed' rent relief
Property

Auckland Airport takes aim at 'rushed' rent relief

The airport has already paid out more than $185 million in rent relief to its tenants, and says proposed government changes need to be targeted for those who need it.

Brent Melville 21 Oct 2021
Light rail bill hits $40m, highlights transport spend disparity
Transport

Light rail bill hits $40m, highlights transport spend disparity

Waka Kotahi has invested $270 million into transport planning in Auckland, including $40m into the city's stalled light rail project, highlighting a contrast in transport priorities.

Brent Melville 21 Oct 2021
Stranded assets, increased costs: climate uncertainty for gas firms
Law & Regulation

Stranded assets, increased costs: climate uncertainty for gas firms

Regulated companies say price regulation has to take into account both stranded assets and the need for new investment.

Ian Llewellyn 21 Oct 2021


Oliver Lewis
Oliver Lewis

Infrastructure Editor

Oliver Lewis won the local government reporting category at the 2023 Voyager Media Awards. He is part of our investigations unit and also covers infrastructure, housing and employment issues. Formerly with Stuff/The Press, Oliver has also written for the Guardian and North & South. 

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