Declining Standards
At its meeting in October 2013, Cabinet agreed to recommendations contained in a Cabinet paper that will see the Standards Council disestablished and a...
The Byron Avenue decision
On 22 March 2010, the Court of Appeal upheld the High Court judgment of Justice Venning in Body Corporate No. 189855 and Others v...
Significance of industry cannot be overstated
RMBA president Simon Barber welcomed delegates to the second Constructive Forum with a thought-provoking speech that addressed a number of issues facing the sector.
It...
Leaky building decision — Builder 40% liable, Council 60% liable
A new District Court decision of Judge Hubble — namely Standen & Standen v Waitakere City Council & Others — has found that the...
Dunedin woman wins dream bathroom
A delighted Dunedin woman has won a $25,000 dream bathroom thanks to Mico Bathrooms and Registered Master Builders. The prize package was featured in...
Mallett receives life membership
RMBF past president Graham Mallett has been awarded life membership of the Federation. Outgoing president Ashley Hartley presented Mr Mallett with the award,...
All builders need a good physiotherapist
The construction industry is, without a doubt, a physically challenging environment in which to work.
There is a plethora of information about health and safety...
Liability of the BIA and BRANZ for a leaky building — Fair Trading Act...
This month’s article focuses on a decision which considered the liability of the BIA and BRANZ to the owners of a leaky building.
The decision...
End of a tough year — what’s on the horizon?
Nearly all of you have probably had to cut costs, reduce staff numbers and fight for work. It can be hard releasing staff, particularly...
Make this year your most profitable year yet!
By adopting the following simple but smart ways to work more efficiently, reduce waste and make better returns without increasing your prices, this year...