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Robert George Norman (1923 - 2021)
Bob Norman had a distinguished career with the Ministry of Works and served as Commissioner of Works 1983-1985. He was well known for his forthright approach and for his publications which included memoir and poetry.
Manawatū Gorge Road
Construction of a road through the Manawatū Gorge was first begun in 1871. The road traverses the rugged terrain between the Ruahine and Tararua Forest Parks, to link the east and west coasts, providing a route between Hawke’s Bay and Palmerston North.
Creative thinking clears water
An innovative, collaborative project to replace a 1960s culvert has led to restored water flow, revitalised wetlands and flood reduction.
Engineers' stories – Natalia Uran
Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle was an historic event, causing widespread damage and the tragic loss of 11 lives. Natalia Uran of WSP shares her experience of responding to the damage it caused in real time.
Johannes (Hans) Barteld Seye Huizing (1924-2017)
Hans Huizing spent his career with the Ministry of Works, first as an assistant engineer and later in senior roles including Chief Civil Engineer and Assistant Commissioner of Works.
Touch wood
Wood has been used in design and construction for thousands of years, but thanks to new and developing technologies, we’re merely on the cusp of timber’s potential. Crucially, the sustainable development of wood products could reduce energy demand and carbon emissions.
Denniston Incline
Locals called the Denniston Incline the eighth wonder of the world. Opened in 1879, this South Island railway transported coal from the precipitous Mount Rochfort Plateau to Denniston, a fall of 518m over a track distance of 1670m.
George Thornton (1828–1914)
George Thornton was baptised in Beverley, Yorkshire, on 10 October 1828, one of the 11 children of William Thornton (b. circa 1795 at Cowick, Yorkshire), a railway contractor, and his wife Mary (b. circa 1799 at Beverley).
Five more minutes with Matt Watson
This month, we caught up with Matt Watson, who was recently on sabbatical in the United States. Learn about his experiences, highlights and what he’s bringing back to the University of Canterbury.
AI in practice: engineering examples
As Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to grow in scale and scope, it is affecting every industry, including engineering. Here’s a round-up of some practical ways engineers in Aotearoa are applying AI.
