Working with politicians — ‘May you live in interesting times!’
One of the three core strategies for the RMBF is being “the Industry Champion” — in other words, being the voice of the construction...
Housing affordability — it can be fixed!
One of the recent, big public issues has centred around housing affordability, with nearly everyone jumping on the bandwagon and suggesting how it can...
Home ownership for all
One of the stories in the news recently has been about homes becoming less affordable. The issue itself is not new, and New Zealand’s...
Government infrastructure spending is good news
The Government’s recently announced plans to boost spending in infrastructure is welcome news to an industry that needs certainty.
The Government’s plans to invest $11...
Constructive puts key issues into global context
By RMBA chief executive David Kelly
New Zealand’s building and construction industry came together in August at the second “all-of-industry” Constructive Forum. While last year’s...
There’s a buzz in the air!
As 2007 has started to crank up a bit I have had the opportunity to get around a couple of parts of the country...
Exercising leadership
This issue of Building Today marks my two year anniversary with the Registered Master Builders Federation — and, heck, it’s been a super fast...
First impressions
Just when I thought I could ease into my new role, slow down to a leisurely pace leading up to Christmas and take some...
Absolutely Positively Wellington!
We have just had an absolutely fantastic conference in Wellington — great speakers, enjoyable social events, some interesting surprises and absolutely great weather. Go...
Q & A with new RMBF CEO Warwick Quinn
1 What inspired you to apply for the chief executive’s role at the RMBF?
I have been involved in the property...