MBIE releases new emissions guidance
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has released guidance to help the building and construction sector measure and…
Building and housing
Engineer alleged to have ‘misappropriated’ information to sign off homes
There have been at least 1,000 completed homes across New Zealand signed off by an Engineering New Zealand member using…
Builder paralysed after company failures
Two building companies were fined more than $500,000 for failing to ensure the health and safety of workers Chunda Limited…
Builder wins house renovation dispute
A builder recently won a Disputes Tribunal case brought by a disgruntled former client and was awarded $24,890 The Tribunal…
BCITO launches micro-credentials
Learners and people interested in becoming a builder will now be able to undertake micro-credentials to give them a taste…
2022 Building Code consultation decision
In May 2022, the Ministry of Building, Employment and Innovation (MBIE) opened a consultation on acceptable solutions and verification method…
H1 reaches next milestone
1 May 2023 marks the next milestone in the staged transition for the H1 Energy Efficiency updates to the Building…
The insurance implications for contractors of projects delayed by flood or storm damage
The start of 2023 has been rough for builders, especially those hit by cyclone Hale or Gabrielle. Those who have…
LBP struck off and fined over ‘error-ridden’ work
A Licensed Building Practitioner from Wānaka has been disciplined for building work completed so badly that it required one property…
Healthy Homes deadlines extended
The deadline for Healthy Homes compliance has been extended due to disruptions caused by Covid-19 and supply-chain issues, according to…
Glass industry ready for new demands
Changes to acceptable solutions for Clause H1 of the Building Code come into effect on November 3 and will require…
New embodied carbon calculator available
The New Zealand Green Building Council (NZGBC) and sustainability consultancy firm thinkstep-anz aim to make it easier for builders to…