The renewal of local roads, footpaths and drinking water networks lags behind depreciation expenses. At the Local Government NZ conference, his niggling has ensured infrastructure maintenance and renewals are high on the agenda. Many of these assets are owned and looked after by public institutions – central government agencies and entities, and local councils. – Maxine Forde, infrastructure consultantMaxine Forde, infrastructure consultantMaxAsset Management principal Maxine Forde is one of New Zealand’s most recognised independent asset management consultants. "It would also help in my view if media were highlighting issues such as KiwiRail as asset management concerns, and asking why is it not better?"

Source: Stuff July 26, 2023 05:05 UTC