Play safe, work safe, stay safe
Health and safety issues have long been a priority for Hirepool. When an organisation completes more than 250,000 transactions each year on as many...
Building sector in safe hands with Gen-Y apprentices
New research released by the BCITO shows the next generation of New Zealand builders are technology-savvy, professional and passionate about their industry.
The BCITO’s annual...
A tough industry to operate in
As I near the end of my tenure on the board of the RMBF, it has given me cause to stop and think about...
Natural Habitats appoints new CEO
Gavin Riddle has been appointed Natural Habitats chief executive officer, and will lead the company’s next phase of growth.
Starting his tenure on July 1,...
Federation supports changes to WHRS approach
The new measures are being welcomed by the Registered Master Builders Federation. Chief executive Pieter Burghout says the changes are commonsense, and build on...
Space
Anecdotally, Australia contains 40 different species of flora and fauna that can kill you. But the main difference bet ween Australia and our friendly...
Avoid unexpected GST bills on apartment sales
People selling investment apartments need to make sure they’re aware of all the tax issues involved, to avoid unexpected GST bills. Inland Revenue...
Licensing inevitable consequence of leaky building crisis
The leaky building issue is one of those phenomenon you don’t wish on any industry, but some positive consequences resulted out of it, and...
Greater role for a public forestry service
A greater role for a public forestry service has been outlined by Forestry Minister Stuart Nash to drive the focus on regional economic development,...