The renewal of ageing infrastructure is one of the biggest challenges facing the 3 Waters over the next 30 years. With an investment in the region of $45.2 billion planned in the next 15 years alone, construction activity will soon be at an all-time high in the sector. So too will the demand for competent, qualified people to carry out …
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PRESS RELEASE: Government funding boost welcomed by Infrastructure Industry
The Government’s recently announced $11 billion investment into infrastructure over the coming years has been welcomed by the industry. Brian Warren, President, Civil Contractors New Zealand (CCNZ) says that the sector has the capacity and availability to undertake the increased work that will result from the increased Government investment. “This is helped by having a formalised Civil Trades Certification that …
April 2017 eNewsletters out now!
Read the latest news from Connexis in our April eNewsletters – out now! Want to join our mailing list? Sign up here. Civil & Water Industry eNews In this issue: Qualifications: Civil and Water reviews, plus – new Asset Management and Surveying qualifications Get your entries in for the CCNZ/Connexis Company Awards 2017 Important information re: Water block courses Latest Certified …
Transitioning to cleaner energy in New Zealand
New Zealand prides itself on being a sustainable country. How have these green practices translated into a cleaner energy sector? Let’s take a look.
PRESS RELEASE: Higgins employee makes his mark
Michael Collett is presented with his certificate onsite by Higgins CEO David Geor (left) and Canterbury Regional Manager Maru Rout (right). Hearing challenges aren’t a barrier to success in the Civil Infrastructure Industry for one long-time Higgins Christchurch employee. Michael Collett has worked in the Civil Industry for more than 25 years and has just achieved a New Zealand Certificate …
Carving out a career in the Energy Industry
17-year-old Ellie Pugh is carving herself a successful career in the Energy Industry, a traditionally male dominated domain, in the true spirit of International Women’s Day today (Wednesday 8 March 2017). Ellie was introduced and recruited into the Industry via Girls with Hi-Vis®, an annual initiative driven by Connexis – the Infrastructure Industry Training Organisation (ITO) – designed to attract …
Save the date! Annual Connection 2017
We are excited to announce that Annual Connection will return to Mystery Creek in Hamilton from 12-14 September 2017 – a month earlier than usual. This iconic event is the highlight of the Energy and Telco Industry calendar and showcases the talents of its brightest stars. You won’t want to miss it! Here’s what’s happening and when. Lock these dates in …
February 2017 eNewsletters out now!
Read the latest news from Connexis in our February eNewsletters – out now! Want to join our mailing list? Sign up here. Trainee eNews In this issue: Save the date! Annual Connection: Mystery Creek, Hamilton, 12-14 September 2017 Girls with Hi-Vis® 2017: How to get involved Latest Certified Civil Tradespeople announced Expiring Water qualifications: Staying on track and completing on time Ryan …
The past, present and future of New Zealand Infrastructure
The Infrastructure Industry has a bright future with plans for major projects. What infrastructure changes are happening in New Zealand?
OPINION: Time to get on board with Civil Trades
In the January Perspectives issue of Contractor magazine, CEO David Worsnop provides his two year view of the Civil Construction Industry. Read David’s review of 2016 and his predictions for the coming year here.