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Trade reform bills pass first reading in Parliament

Two new bills have passed their first reading in Parliament: one to let experienced plumbers and drainlayers self-certify their work, and another to strengthen accountability and standards across the building sector

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BCITO welcomes a fast-track transition to Private Training Establishment

The Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation (BCITO) has welcomed the Government’s confirmation that it can become a Private Training Establishment (PTE) from 1 January…

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Building research funding to be reformed

The Government has announced it will reform how building research is funded in New Zealand, aiming to deliver better value, increase transparency and support innovation across the construction…

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Government to revise contractor classification framework

Construction firms that engage contractors could soon benefit from greater legal clarity under proposed changes to employment law The Education and Workforce select committee has reported back on the…

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