MultiProof: Faster, smarter building consents for volume builders
MultiProof, a new streamlined national multiple-use approval service for volume builders, has been launched by Building and Construction Minister Maurice Williamson. “Without compromising...
New Zealand construction on the up and up
Detached housing consents are leading an upward spiral in New Zealand’s residential building sector, which has recorded its first growth since June 2007, according...
PlaceMakers raises $70,000 for Blue September
PlaceMakers chief executive John Beveridge has presented a giant cheque for $70,000 to the Prostate Cancer Foundation — the sum the company raised for...
Building outlook — drivers for the next upturn
The New Zealand economy has shown signs of stabilisation in recent months, supported by early signs of a housing market rebound and improved retail...
ITM steps in as long-term V8 sponsor
New Zealand’s largest annual sporting event, the V8 Supercar street race in Hamilton, will be sponsored by ITM for the next three years.
The event,...
Waikato RMBA helps hydrotherapy fund raising
The Waikato Registered Master Builders Association believes in supporting the local community, and recently raised nearly $600 for the Hamilton Hydrotherapy Pool Charitable Trust...
Waikato RMBA presents 2009 memorial cup
The Waikato Registered Master Builders Association was proud to present the Ian Gillett Memorial Cup to its top Waikato Master Builders Apprentice for 2009...
Brand new home to be auctioned with $1 reserve!
Home buyers could get the bargain of a lifetime when Lockwood puts a brand new two bedroom Initial design home up for charity auction...
Industry report delves into year 2025 scenarios
A report into the future of New Zealand’s built environment has been released by building research company BRANZ.
The report, Building the Future, outlines a...
DoL: Construction industry set for upswing after difficult period
After being hit hard by the global economic downturn, the country’s construction industry can look forward to improved performance and expansion in 2010, according...