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15 - 16 July 2025

BuildNZ | Facilities Integrate | The National Safety Show

Tuesday 15 July 2025, 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 16 July 2025, 10am - 5pm

Auckland Showgrounds

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A graduate’s guide to the Aotearoa Festival of Architecture 2025

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Darklight: a landmark moment set to play out on Auckland’s waterfront

A convergence of landscape and art will see Auckland’s historic Okahu Bay Wharf illuminated in a unique new public installation.

Better City hui calls for quality intensification.

How can the NZIA and Auckland Council collaborate across design, planning and policy to deliver density without compromising liveability, equity or sustainability?

2025 Building People Awards

Celebrating the people who build Aotearoa. The 2025 Building People Awards shine a spotlight on the human skills in construction.

Mark Abbot appointed Chief Executive of Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects

The Board of Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects announce the appointment of Mark Abbot as the organisation’s new Chief Executive.

Open Christchurch 2026: Call for nominations

Open Christchurch invites you to nominate buildings to participate in Open Christchurch 2026.

Fast-track Approvals Act – a race to the bottom?

Richard Reid provides his observations and insights on the Fast-track Approvals Act, drawing from 25 years of assessing and designing nationally-important infrastructure and urban renewal projects.

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