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The Firth NZILA Wānanga
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An epic cross-section of experts spoke on the challenges and regenerative power of landscape architecture both locally and internationally. Stephen Olsen writes.
Secede Auckland!
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Opinion: Pip Cheshire considers the potential of an independent Auckland to improve urban planning efficiency, taking its cue from city-states such as Singapore.
Panuku to develop 21-storey mixed-use building for Auckland’s CBD
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The Council has sold a $40 million former carpark to property developers Malaysian Resources Corporation Berhad to deliver retail, offices and housing above the forthcoming CRL hub Aotea Station.
Former Council building set to be country’s largest reuse project
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The heritage building at 35 Graham Street is planned to be refurbished into a 6 Green Star office building – becoming the country’s largest-ever sustainable reuse project.
Australian startup uses AI to shake up town planning
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A Gold Coast startup is using AI to streamline and simplify development applications to allow planning consultants to focus on town planning rather than report writing.
RMA Randerson Report: Part 2
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An independent review of the Resource Management Act has been completed. Distinguished Fellow of the NZIA Graeme Scott weighs in on what it means for the industry.
RMA Randerson Report: Part 1
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An independent review of the Resource Management Act has been completed. Here, the architecture profession weighs in on what it means for the industry.
City Rail Link explores native design
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Recently awarded a WAFX award for Cultural Identity, this new video explains the indigenous design thinking behind the CRL.
Can’t see the forest for the trees
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Kiwi-born, internationally-awarded arborist Mark Roberts reflects on the loss of Auckland’s tree cover.
Urban laboratories: Learning from airports
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Executive director of Aerial Futures, Andrés Ramirez, ponders the significance of the airport typology.
The future of workspace is about workers
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Workspaces of the future will be centred on the needs of the people — but not necessarily in the ways we imagine.
Breaking New Ground: NZPI conference
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Conference, Tauranga,
21 Mar 2018 to 23 Mar 2018
This year’s NZPI conference, Breaking New Ground, looks at new methods influencing practice. Tauranga, 21–23 March.
This year’s NZPI conference, Breaking New Ground, looks at new methods influencing practice. Tauranga, 21–23 March.
Opinion: revitalisation of Tauranga CBD
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Damian Simpson of Ignite Architects writes, “Retail and commercial opportunities must be invited back into our CBD.”
The future of Auckland
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Commentary from built environment professionals on the Panel’s recommendations on the Proposed Auckland Unitary Plan.
2016 NZPI Annual Conference
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Conference, Central Dunedin ,
12 Apr 2016 to 15 Apr 2016
The New Zealand Planning Institute’s national conference will take place in Dunedin and runs 12–15 April.
The New Zealand Planning Institute’s national conference will take place in Dunedin and runs 12–15 April.
Designers commit to low-carbon future
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Fifty-two Chinese and international built environment firms commit to ensuring new projects adhere to low-carbon standards.
Absolute myth busters?
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Rhys Girvan and Greg Vossler from Boffa Miskell discuss two recent legal decisions concerning Outstanding Natural Features.
Downtown dilemma
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Joel Cayford discusses the Council’s proposed sale of Queen Elizabeth Square in downtown Auckland and its implications.
