Hoodies that help: Bunnings Trade supporting a better future for men’s mental health
The beloved Bunnings Trade hoodie seen on the backs of Kiwi tradies has been given a makeover, and it’s all for a good cause....
The small change that could dramatically improve New Zealand construction
Rising commercial construction costs, public infrastructure delays, and building contractors going into receivership are all too common in New Zealand’s construction sector.
Yet with political...
Getting concrete slabs right: Design tips and tricks for concrete floors
Concrete floor slabs are a cornerstone of modern construction, forming the base of everything from residential garages to expansive industrial warehouses.
Yet even the most...
Asbestos: The danger we still don’t see
By Site Safe NZ chief executive Brett Murray
Asbestos is often seen as a problem of the past, but it remains our leading work-related killer,...
Residential construction costs steady as pipeline rebuilds for 2026
The cost of building a new home in New Zealand rose only marginally in the September quarter, signalling a sustained slowdown in construction cost...
Innovation, AI and building smarter
Master Builders chief executive Ankit Sharma reports back from Constructive 2025 held in Auckland recently, saying there was a sense of positive momentum in...
State of the Sector survey: Cautious optimism returns
Despite a tough few years for the construction sector, most New Zealand homeowners describe their recent build as a positive experience.
Two-thirds say they were...
Earthquake-prone building overhaul to save $8 billion-plus?
Property Council New Zealand has welcomed the Government’s recent announcement to overhaul the assessment of earthquake-prone buildings.
The Council says it is a long-awaited reset...
Taking flight: AKL opens historic airfield expansion
More than half a century after its original construction, Auckland Airport (AKL) has officially opened its most significant airfield expansion.
Adding around 23 rugby fields...
NZ property values rise in September after five-month decline
Property values in New Zealand edged up by 0.1% in September, breaking a run of five consecutive monthly falls, according to Cotality NZ’s latest...