Consultation on overseas building products closed
The Government has proposed changes to the Building Act to make it easier to use quality overseas building products in…
Industry News
Granny flat changes going ahead
Government moves forward with changes to small standalone dwelling (granny flat) building consent rules. Below is government announcement released 7…
RMA reform plans to end the culture of “no”
Resource Management Act (RMA) reform will make it easier to get things done, and will end the culture of “no”,…
Consider a liquidated damages clause
Reviewing your contract is one of the most important aspects of any business relationship. If you work in industries such…
How to protect yourself from non-payers
As a subcontractor, you are running the risk of exposing yourself to the main developer going bust and refusing to…
Short-term pain, medium-term gain
The National Construction Pipeline report, published in December 2024, has predicted short-term pain but medium-term gain for the construction industry.…
Subbies warned to do their research
Top Garden director Louis Wu cautions subbies to do their research before carrying out work after a developer he worked…
Tougher disciplinary process announced for builders
Builders will face greater consequences for poor quality work under new rules. Below is government announcement released 3 April The…
Residential Consumer Rights and Remedies
A recent Building Practitioners Board decision has highlighted the link between consumer protection and a licenced building practitioner’s obligations…
Lone working
Working alone can be dangerous. Whether it’s long hours on the road, meeting clients or being the only one…
Trades split on training reform
Trades within the construction industry are split regarding the government’s proposed work-based training reforms to replace Te Pūkenga, a collection…
New and improved infrastructure funding and financing tools
The Government has announced plans to make it easier to build more houses and infrastructure via three legislation reform pillars …
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