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Builder used $289,000 deposits on debts and racehorses

A former Master Builders Association president has been ordered to repay more than $289,000 to two families after a High Court judge found he misused their construction deposits, breaching multiple duties as a company director

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PlaceMakers overseas building products FAQ

The Government has cleared the way for a major expansion in the use of overseas building products, promising builders more choice and lower prices. The…

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Building Product Specifications – your questions answered 

On 13 August, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) held a webinar on the new Building Product Specifications (BPS) document for overseas building…

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Legislative pause only applies to Building Code

The Ministry of Building, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has confirmed that major changes to the Building Code system will be paused until 2028, as part…

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