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Lessons from the past, strategies for the present
RMBA chief executive David Kelly says Constructive 2022 showed the sector retains a strong resilience to the current issues it faces, and a renewed sense […]
Plan change unlocks new Drury ‘civic heart’
Auranga Town Centre is projected to become an anchor destination for up to 50,000 people in south Auckland, and become an integrated health and wellness […]
10 steps to developing strong core values for your business
New Business columnist Andy Burrows from The Trades Coach kicks off his first column with a look at the importance of a good company culture, […]
NZ’s second tallest residential building gets go-ahead
A Melbourne-based property developer has been given the go-ahead to build one of New Zealand’s tallest residential buildings in Auckland. ICD Property has got resource consent […]
Young Landscaper of the Year announced
Guillaume Chabbert from Natural Habitats in Auckland has been named the Young Landscaper of the Year for 2022. The 29-year-old site manager has worked in […]
Cutfield, Mannion among the big winners at NZ Building Industry Awards
Darren Cutfield from Built Environs NZ has won the New Zealand Building Industry Awards GIB Supreme Award for the Auckland City Mission HomeGround Development in […]
Foundation Passport training courses updated
By Site Safe communications advisor Jonathan Guildford Site Safe is committed to ensuring Kiwi workers return home to their whanau at the end of each […]
Residential sector continues to power NZ construction industry
Following the Omicron outbreak and peak earlier in 2022, construction has continued apace, even in the face of on-site labour resource constraints and continued supply […]
Endeavour Fund injects $10.3m into HERA research programme
The Heavy Engineering Research Association (HERA) has been awarded a grant of close to $10.3 million to support a four-year Construction 4.0 research project focused […]
Woods: Overarching vision is for every NZer to live in a home within a community that meets their needs and aspirations
A year out from 2023’s general election, Minister of Building and Construction Dr Megan Woods gave a keynote address outlining her thoughts on the construction […]
RMBA survey finds a resilient sector well positioned to navigate headwinds
A new survey commissioned by the Registered Master Builders Association for its recent Constructive Forum 2022 highlighted key issues facing the sector, but it also […]
Forum reflects industry positivity
Auckland Master Builders Association president and Building Recruitment director Kevin Everett attended the recent Constructive Forum and came away feeling upbeat about the industry’s future. […]
Luxon: National’s ‘plan for prosperity’
A year out from 2023’s general election, Leader of the Opposition Christopher Luxon gave a keynote address outlining his thoughts on the construction sector at […]
Swift, nationwide action needed on building consents issues
The Registered Master Builders Association calls for a more nationalised approach to consenting to address New Zealand’s construction challenges, including greater use of sanctions for […]
Commission supports industry’s call for products registry
Recent Commerce Commission findings have included a strong recommendation for the establishment of a centralised digital national key products registry to increase trust and confidence […]
Plumbing and drainage — a long-term strategy
The Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is proposing changes to New Zealand Building Code compliance pathways for water supplies, foul water and surface […]
Free online technical support adds value
ACO’s free technical support will help guide users with any challenges that they encounter, from researching, selecting and purchasing the company’s products to the installation […]
Watercare kicks off $49 million wastewater pump station upgrade in Panmure
Upgrade required as population in the area is expected to grow by more than three times due to planned development in the next 50 years. […]
Endangered Maori construction techniques revived to rebuild historic wharenui
Internationally-acclaimed architect and researcher Professor Anthony Hoete has returned from a successful career in London to work with communities to revive ancient Maori construction techniques. […]
Compact tool bags built tough
The Veto Pro Pac OT-LC is an open-top tool bag that holds up to 75 tools and gear such as cordless drills, extension cords, caulk […]
New chemical anchor has C1/C2 seismic rating
Simpson Strong-Tie is excited to bring a new chemical anchor with C1/C2 seismic rating to the market. VT-HP is a high-performance fast- cure vinylester resin-based […]
Enhanced cavity closer innovation
Founded in New Zealand in 1977, Dynex has an Auckland site that is home to the largest custom PVC compounding facility in New Zealand. While […]
Composite decking made sustainably
PSP is now the exclusive New Zealand distributor of TimberTech, a premium, composite decking product that takes stain and fade resistance to an entirely new […]
Just do your job!
Influential U senior faculty member John Baigent explains the need and benefit of having the right mix of ‘Transactional Personalities’ in your team to ensure […]
What’s been happening in the recruitment space?
Building Recruitment director Kevin Everett summarises what’s been happening in the building recruitment sector over the past few months. In the second quarter of this […]
Limitation Act 2010 — does ‘late knowledge’ run from the first expert’s report or the second report?
Timothy Bates of Auckland law firm TM Bates & Co examines the decision of Rea & Rea v 360 Degrees Ltd which explores the limitation […]