191 results found for 'bridge'
Tauranga harbour and port development
5 Sep 2017
The Port of Tauranga, located in the Bay of Plenty on the North Island’s East Coast, is a natural harbour and the only deep water port between Auckland and Wellington providing a safe berthage in all weather.
John William Built (1927–2013)
5 Sep 2017
John Built had a productive career with the Ministry of Works and Development. He designed and supervised the construction of many major civil engineering projects across the Auckland region.
John Turnbull Thomson (1821–1884)
5 Sep 2017
John Turnbull Thomson was a surveyor and civil engineer, born in Northumberland in 1821. He was educated in Berwickshire, Scotland and completed a mathematics degree in Aberdeen. Thomson then studied engineering in the same office as Sir William Armstrong.
Harry Pasley Higginson (1838–1900)
5 Sep 2017
Harry Higginson was born in England and educated in Leicester.
Charles Walkden (1824–1908)
4 Sep 2017
Charles Walkden was a surveyor and engineer. He was born in London, England. His early engineering work was on railway construction in England.
EG Quiz – Issue 33
19 Feb 2026
Test your knowledge around the lunch table. (It’ll pay to read through EG before attempting if you want full marks.)
Belong to your profession and your passion
10 Jul 2025
Engineering is a fast moving, technical and complex profession. That’s why staying connected to like-minded engineers on topics you love, accessing relevant resources and getting guidance from experts is crucial to your success.
AI in May
9 May 2024
AI is rapidly advancing and transforming the engineering landscape across all disciplines. Find out how it's being used to maximise efficiency, safety and has a range of other benefits, and stay on the beat with this rapidly changing industry. Here are some of the latest developments in AI including those with a New Zealand and engineering focus.
Engineers' Stories – Simon McLoughlin
30 Mar 2023
Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle was an historic event, causing widespread damage and the tragic loss of 11 lives. Kiwis from all walks of life have been affected, including our members, and engineering professionals will be closely involved in the recovery at all levels – from rebuilding damaged infrastructure to simply picking up a shovel and mucking in with their neighbours.
The business of survival
15 Mar 2023
Engineers have played an important role designing and building New Zealand’s towns, roads, bridges and railways since colonial times. This year, Dunedin's Farra Engineering turns 160 and its history spans the gold rush, two World Wars, the Depression and two global pandemics. Other firms celebrating big birthdays in 2023 include Beca (103), Fulton Hogan (90) and Fraser Engineering (70).
