
Author Rachel Loo


When textile waste in the EU was collected separately and no longer able to be disposed of with residential waste, recycling centres struggled to process the sudden influx of fast fashion. They looked for a new solution.

Toxic managers to avoid. We all feature to a varying degree on the list, even the author says he has a tendency to share a lot of what others are saying.

Supportive workplaces prevent burnout which means both workers and the companies they work for are winners.

Leading scientists from Italy and India meet to advance climate modelling and research using AI

Listen to this valuable introduction to AI and how to use it best. McKinsey research finds that that employees are ready to incorporate AI into their jobs but leaders are not steering fast enough. First of a four-part series

A new report from AustRoads looks at sprayed seal technologies and practices for roading surfaces in New Zealand and how to reduce their environmental impact

Do you trust AI — University study finds the speed at which smart technologies are being used to outsource decisions is outpacing our understanding to successfully integrate them into society

Risks and benefits of AI in cybersecurity
Striking the right balance between Artificial Intelligence and traditional security measures is crucial, along with ongoing training and vigilance to maximise AI’s potential in cybersecurity
Artificial Intelligence (AI) brings significant advantages to cybersecurity, such as enhanced threat detection and rapid response. Continue →

Consultation call for Australian review of engineered stone ban which is likely to end up as New Zealand policy as well.

Domestic Real Estate
Do property prices really double in a decade?
Between the beginning of 2015 and the end of 2024, average asking prices more than doubled in nine of New Zealand’s 19 regions, while nearly all others saw increases of at least 50%. Continue →

Building the next generation of health and safety leaders for a stronger construction industry
The construction industry is one of the highest risk industries in New Zealand. Continue →

AI worksite safety for small business
With advancements in Artificial Intelligence technologies, including tools like ChatGPT and augmented reality, small and medium enterprises (SME) can now access cost-effective solutions previously available only to large corporations
Mia Wichmann holds a Master of Health (Workplace Health and Safety). Continue →

Inclusiveness in an AI driven city
Auckland and Wellington head the second highest band in a comprehensive AsiaPacific area report on the inclusiveness of 35 cities in the region. Continue →

Shaping the future of workspaces
Flexible workspace supply has grown by 22 percent annually in New Zealand over the past decade. Continue →

The way it is and the way it should be
For many in the sector, 2024 was not a great year and 2025 is not looking that amazing either. Continue →