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Building consent reform: how digital technology can make new liability rules watertight

Written by Dat Tien Doan, Senior Lecturer, School of Future Environments, Auckland University of Technology

The government’s proposed shake-up of New Zealand’s building consent system will be the biggest reform in the sector since 2004. Essentially, the changes will spread liability for building failures across all involved parties, reducing the potential risk faced by councils granting those consents.

At present, homeowners can...

Coles accused of ‘utterly misleading’ discounts as major court case kicks off
Coles has appeared before the Federal Court in Melbourne, as hearings for a high-stakes case launched against the supermarket…
The Missing Link credited by Microsoft for discovery of high-severity Power BI vulnerability (CVE-2026-21229)
The Missing Link today announced that Microsoft has credited the company’s Application Security Manager, Jack Misiura, for …
Why your brain has to work harder in an open-plan office than private offices: study
Arlington Research/Unsplash, CC BYSince the pandemic, offices around the world have quietly shrunk. Many organisations don&rs…
Retail Property Australia confirms inaugural President and Vice Presidents
Retail Property Australia has confirmed its inaugural leadership, appointing Kylie O’Connor, CEO Investment Management at S…
AI threatens to eat business software – and it could change the way we work
Roberto Carlos Blanc Angulo/PexelsIn recent weeks, a range of large “software-as-a-service” companies, including …
As world trade shifts to invitation-only clubs, Australia is facing tough choices
A profound shift is underway in global trade. Governments are moving beyond traditional free trade agreements open to all cou…

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property
In the dynamic world of real estate, commercial properties hold a pivotal position. They represent not only a significant financial asset but also a crucial business investment. When contemplating the…

HireVue’s Global Trends Report confirms talent shortages are the new normal
A third of employers will increase technology budgets as candidate shortages persist, while and over half will place a greater emphasis on internal mobility HireVue, the global leader in video interviewing…
Utilising communication tech to alleviate employee burn out
Hybrid work solidified into the business model in 2021 – plain and simple. Jabra research revealed 42 per cent of employees last year requested leadership to help make their virtual…
Reserve Bank says unemployment rise was not a shock, inflation on track
Reserve Bank Governor Michele Bullock has fleshed out the central bank’s thinking behind its surprise decision to keep interest rates on hold this month.In a speech today to the Anika…

2025 Thryv Business and Consumer Report - Australian small businesses show grit under pressure

Australia’s small businesses are powering ahead with optimism, resilience and discipline, however, mounting pressures on costs, wellbeing and cons...

Security by Default: Why 2026 Will Force Organisations to Rethink Cloud and AI

financial accountability to how they run cloud and AI, according to leading Australian systems integrator, Brennan. Based on customer insights...

UNSW launches plan to help Aussie startups scale overseas

UNSW Launches Global Innovation Foundry to Scale 100 Australian Startups Internationally New initiative provides startups and spinouts with direc...

Payroll Under Pressure: Why Mid-Sized SMEs Struggle to Keep Pay Accurate

A year after wage theft reforms came into effect, Australian businesses have increased their focus on payroll compliance, but confidence in pay accu...

Refunds to Revenue: AI and loyalty perks help retailers in post-holiday hangover

Australian retailers are turning to artificial intelligence to simplify and automate returns and exchanges, while strengthening loyalty programs a...

Stop reading from the script: Why authenticity is the customer success secret weapon

I’ve been in customer service for years now. As my team has grown, the number one piece of advice I give is to be your...

Building consent reform: how digital technology can make new liability rules watertight

Coles accused of ‘utterly misleading’ discounts as major court case kicks off

The Missing Link credited by Microsoft for discovery of high-severity Power BI vulnerability (CVE-2026-21229)

Why your brain has to work harder in an open-plan office than private offices: study

Retail Property Australia confirms inaugural President and Vice Presidents

AI threatens to eat business software – and it could change the way we work

As world trade shifts to invitation-only clubs, Australia is facing tough choices

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property

HireVue’s Global Trends Report confirms talent shortages are the new normal

Utilising communication tech to alleviate employee burn out

Reserve Bank says unemployment rise was not a shock, inflation on track

2025 Thryv Business and Consumer Report - Australian small businesses show grit under pressure

Security by Default: Why 2026 Will Force Organisations to Rethink Cloud and AI

UNSW launches plan to help Aussie startups scale overseas

Payroll Under Pressure: Why Mid-Sized SMEs Struggle to Keep Pay Accurate

Refunds to Revenue: AI and loyalty perks help retailers in post-holiday hangover

Stop reading from the script: Why authenticity is the customer success secret weapon

How Contiki is Redefining Travel for Young Adventurers

Navigating the Cosmetic Advertising Crackdown Before September Guidelines Hit

Defining Actionable AI for Australian IT Efficiency and Security