What mandatory warranties mean for builders
On Monday, Chris Penk, Minister of Building and Construction, announced that the Government would be making 10-year guarantees compulsory for all new residential…
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IRD offers guidance for builders in debt
We’ve all seen, and been concerned about, the media talking about the number of liquidated businesses, including many in the…
Asbestos: the danger we still don’t see
Asbestos remains our leading work-related killer, claiming the lives of over 200 people every year. In this article, Brett Murray,…
What proportional liability may mean for builders
The Government’s plan to shift the construction sector to a proportional liability regime is set to ease pressure on councils…
Immigration and general employment law updates
Presenting at PlaceMakers LBP Seminar in Mount Wellington on 19 June, Duncan Cotterill Senior Associate Joe Williams discussed recent employment…
Locked in: Terms that can’t be removed or avoided
Presenting at PlaceMakers LBP Seminar in Mount Wellington on 19 June, Duncan Cotterill Senior Associate Dion Morley explained the contractual…
How to turn website visits into leads in 2025
Your website is often the first impression potential clients have of your building business. But is it showing them what…
CGF offers funded mentorships
Construction Growth Foundation (CGF) is partnering with Business Mentors New Zealand (BMNZ) to deliver mentoring to help strengthen business capability…
What is the best way to price construction contracts?
There are several ways to price construction contracts. In this article, Duncan Cotterill Partner Julia Flattery discusses the best options…
Why is the cost of my fixed price building contract not fixed?
Fixed price contracts aren’t always fixed price, which can lead to confusion and potential souring in builder-client relationships. In this…
Build smarter now to win later
Change is in the air. I think we’d all agree that we live in uncertain times. However, while it is…
BCITO working to build an inclusive workforce
For World Autism Acceptance Month, the Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation (BCITO) and Altogether Autism are joining forces to…
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