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This research project was undertaken to provide guidance on appropriate methods and benefits parameters to use in the economic appraisal of public transport proposals (in particular service enhancements) in New Zealand.

The design of frost-resistant pavements are discussed.

This report reviews research literature and published evidence regarding the value for money of urban public transport enhancements.

The Transit New Zealand Project evaluation manual (1996) outlined the procedures to be adopted when evaluating roading projects in New Zealand.

The objective of this research (undertaken in 2010–12) was to provide improved evidence (potentially leading to improved modelling, monitoring and evaluation methods) on the implications of major road investments in New Zealand on significant factors…

The use of concrete block pavers as a road surfacing in residential and industrial areas is increasing in New Zealand.

This research report on the strategic electronic monitoring of heavy commercial vehicles (HCVs) was prepared by Traffic Design Group in 2011–12.

Research for this project identified and developed a range of traffic analysis software suitable for New Zealand use to evaluate urban road improvement schemes.

The laboratory testing and inelastic computer analysis are described for a 1936-designed bridge which is typical of many of the older, reinforced-concrete, multi-span bridges in New Zealand.

Despite recent progress by the structural engineering profession in addressing bridge seismic risks, several areas exist where improvements in bridge evaluation and retrofit practices are needed.