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Save the date: SARNZ 2025 Conference and Trade Show
Get ready to connect, learn and lead at the 2025 SARNZ Conference and Trade Show — happening this year in Christchurch on September 25-26. This […]
Super-sized granny flats coming to back yards
The Coalition Government will go even further than it earlier proposed to make it easier to build granny flats by increasing the maximum size allowed […]
NZ residential construction cost growth slows to near-record low
New Zealand’s residential construction costs are rising at one of the slowest annual rates on record, with CoreLogic NZ’s latest Cordell Construction Cost Index (CCCI) recording […]
How to protect yourself from hazards caused by asbestos in homes: A guide for DIYers
Asbestos is a naturally-occurring mineral with heat-resistant properties, once widely used in construction for its durability and fireproofing qualities. There are six types of asbestos, […]
Tailored for New Zealand conditions
The construction industry in New Zealand is rapidly evolving, driven by stricter regulations and rising demand for high-performance buildings. Architects, builders, and home owners now […]
Insulation requirements undergoing further scrutiny
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has sought feedback on proposed changes to the Building Code’s H1 Energy Efficiency requirements, specifically focusing on […]
Tiling her own future: Wendy’s path to qualification and business growth
Recent BCITO graduate proves that age and gender are no barriers in the trades Wendy Ramsay of Nelson proudly qualified as a Floor and Wall […]
Local Water Done Well: The Government’s new plan for water
Pacifecon research manager Philip Dawes focuses on the new water infrastructure plans that replaces the doomed Three Waters scheme. Pacifecon’s research team has been busy […]
Do councils owe property owners duty of care for economic loss?
Tim Bates of Auckland law firm TM Bates & Co reviews the case of a house owner whose claim against the local council over negligent […]
A turning point for our sector
RMBA chief executive Ankit Sharma says there are glimmers of recovery that indicate the tide might be slowly turning for the construction sector. As we […]
Southbase accelerating Auckland school construction
A leading Registered Master Builders construction company is helping Auckland meet the growing demand for teaching spaces by using an innovative approach to build schools faster […]
Tokoroa set for largest housing development since 1970s
For the first time in several decades Tokoroa is set for a significant residential land development, following the granting of resource consent for the Strathmore […]
Allproof achieves Toitu bronze certification for Auckland production facility
In recent years, Allproof Industries has taken tangible steps towards improving the sustainability of its operations. Achieving a Toitu bronze certification on its main production […]
Managing difficult workmates
Tradie HR director Leigh Olsen identifies various types of difficult workmates — and how to bring out the best in your working relationships with them. […]
Penk: Government announcements ‘just the start’
Significant action by the Government at the start of April will make building in New Zealand easier by unclogging the consenting system, reducing construction costs, […]
Another step forward for Build to Rent: Government passes key investment bill
Property Council New Zealand welcomes the passing of the Overseas Investment (Build to Rent and Similar Rental Developments) Amendment Bill, a critical step towards increasing […]
Index reveals 30% drop in crane numbers
The Q1 2025 RLB Crane Index released early in April reveals a notable decline in construction activity across New Zealand, with 105 long-term cranes currently […]
Budgeting for construction businesses: Peeling back the layers of the onion
Andy Burrows — The Trades Coach — explains the multiple ‘onion-type’ layers involved in managing the financial health of your construction business. Managing the financial […]
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Support the Future of Aotearoa’s Project Managers in an Evolving Digital Construction Era! Are you a construction professional with project management experience? We invite you […]