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News and Media The latest news on IPENZ, engineers and engineering from around country and abroad. 
Engineering Your Health - 24 June AucklandTechnology and health will be under examination in the second Technology Challenging Society panel discussion. The panel is open to the public and free to attend. 
Humans hard-wired to technology and musicTechnology and music will advance at such a rate that humans could be automatically connected to songs – hearing them just by thinking about them - in the next 25 years, said industry experts predicting the future last night. .jpg)
Whistle-blowing protection for engineers under considerationEngineers are applauding a ‘whistle-blowing’ clause giving them legal protection if they alert authorities to building safety concerns - Radio NZ report about IPENZ work with Building and Construction Minister Maurice Willamson. 
A Safer New Zealand:Reducing our exposure to natural hazardsNew Zealand is susceptible to a wide range of natural hazards. Each hazard’s risk pro file is different and is highly dependent on location. A review of current legislation shows it is inconsistent, and there is an absence of some important hazards in the legislative definitions. 
Realising our Hidden Treasure: Responsible Mineral and Petroleum ExtractionNew Zealanders aspire to have living standards similar to other highly developed countries. Realising this aspiration requires economic growth, particularly export-led growth which improves New Zealand’s overall balance of payments.
Viewing 1 to 15 of 469 articles Media Invite: Engineering your Health Media Release Source: IPENZ 18/06/2013 Technology’s impact on health will mean fewer chronic diseases, doctors’ visits and less cost to public health, say a panel of experts in the Technology Challenging Society Series: Engineering your Health. Guidance to detect counterfeit/substandard materials Media Release Source: IPENZ 13/6/2013 The Institution of Professional Engineers (IPENZ) is updating its guidance for engineers to safe guard against substandard and counterfeit products. IPENZ started reviewing its guidance to engineers after concerns were raised about the quality of materials and equipment used in various industries – construction, engineering and machinery – at its annual Engineering Professions Forum earlier this year. Engineer battles French giant after unpaid bill Media Release Source: NBR 10/06/2013 A small Auckland engineering firm is preparing to liquidate Nutricia, the local healthcare division of French food giant Danone. Damon Engineering will make its application for wind-up proceedings at Auckland High Court today after Nutricia breached the Construction Contracts Act by failing to pay the company for work on its new infant formula plant in Mt Wellington this year. Technology Challenging Society; Is music on the right track? Video Highlights Media Release Source: 25/05/2013 New Zealand music and technology leaders predict future trends at the IPENZ Technology Challenging Society series; Is music on the right track? See more on IPENZ You Tube Channel Technology Challenging Society; Is music on the right track? Media Release Source: IPENZ 21/05/2013 Technology is opening doors for music consumers and musicians, cutting out the middle man and attracting more money and opportunity than ever, says New Zealand music legend Dave Dobbyn and other industry leaders predicting the next 25 years. In a free public panel discussion, 5.30pm Wednesday 22 May 2013, the panel of industry experts will examine the evolving relationship between music and technology, predict future trends, and identify the greatest challenges for consumers, musicians and industry – now and in the next 25 years. Industry acts on steel imports Source: Stuff 20/05/2013 Concern about the quality of imported steel bolts and components used in construction has triggered plans to introduce a European-style compliance regime. Technology Challenging Society; Is music on the right track? Source: IPENZ 03/5/2013 The public are invited to Technology Challenging Society – a free event looking at how technology is transforming society for better or worse. The first panel of high-profile speakers will question; Is Music on the right track? .jpg)
Technology Challenging Society; Is music on the right track? Media Release Source: IPENZ 03/5/2013 The public are invited to Technology Challenging Society – a free event looking at how technology is transforming society for better or worse. The first panel of high-profile speakers will question; Is Music on the right track? Regulatory changes for engineers considered Media Release Source: The Christchurch Press 01/5/2013 Engineers found to have breached professional standards could be barred from practising in the same way that doctors or teachers are. The creation of a register from which engineers could be struck off is among the regulatory improvements being considered by the Government and the Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand (Ipenz) after the release of the Canterbury earthquakes royal commission findings. Improving New Zealand through engineering Media Release Source: IPENZ 16/04/2013 Engineers are applauding a ‘whistle-blowing’ clause giving them legal protection if they alert authorities to building safety concerns. Among its 189 recommendations, the Royal Commission says careful consideration should be given to liability protection for engineers, architects and building owners who disclose construction safety issues. Government and IPENZ work to improve regulations governing engineers Media Release Source: IPENZ 28/3/2013 Moves to strengthen powers regulating engineers are underway following a meeting between government and the Institution of Professional Engineers last night (Wednesday 27th March). Who, What, Wai? Improving Urban Water Services Media Release Source: IPENZ, INGENIUM, Water New Zealand 28/3/2013 Engineers investigate and recommend the best management of New Zealand's urban water services and supply, to improve efficiency and reliability. IPENZ investigations and jurisdiction after CTV building collapse Media Release Source: IPENZ 26/3/2013 The Institution of Professional Engineers NZ is tomorrow meeting Government to discuss potential jurisdiction on private investigations into engineers following the tragic CTV building collapse after the February 2011 earthquake. Weltec Student Continues Winning Streak Media Release Source: IPENZ 14/03/2013 Weltec Student Lachlan Clelland is the 2013 winner of the Institution of Professional Engineers Ray Meyer medal for Excellence in Student Design for his High Temperature Superconductor Continuous Flexible Winding Machine project. Orakei Engineer Recognised for Professional Commitment Media Release Source: IPENZ 14/03/2013 The 2013 recipient of the Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand (IPENZ) Turner Award for Professional Commitment is Tonkin and Taylor Business Development Manager Peter Millar.  
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