March 2022 Issue

Articles

Who are the global construction companies exiting Russia?

Global construction companies are suspending their Russian operations, but have minimal revenue generation in the country, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. […]

COVID-19 Protection Framework changes

By RMBA chief executive David Kelly The Government has announced changes to the COVID-19 Protection Framework, or Traffic Light System. The current Omicron outbreak has […]

$25K-plus in extra costs and delays will come with new H1 Energy Efficiency requirements

EasyBuild director Mike Fox says the prospect of new, far-reaching H1 Energy Efficiency requirements to be implemented over the next eight months read like a […]

Women in construction: BCITO leading the change

From having never considered a career in construction to launching her own business in a matter of years, BCITO training advisor Olivia Broadhurst loves the […]

LBP scheme submissions ask for changes to better recognise experience and abilities

In April 2021, the MBIE sought feedback from Licensed Building Practitioners (LBPs) and those who engage with them on potential issues within the LBP scheme. […]

Timber Design Centre to create future where timber construction leads the way

Envisioning a future where timber is used more widely in mid-to-high rise buildings and contributes to carbon neutral targets is an exciting opportunity in building […]

OSM manufacturing industry survey reveals challenges

For the offsite manufacturing (OSM) building industry to meet future demand, there needs to be a focus on workforce development and recruitment. This was one […]

Altus opens window on women’s rugby

Altus Industrial Aluminium and Window Systems has become the first financial partner of Women in Rugby Aotearoa (WIRA). The company’s leadership acknowledges the contribution wahine […]