Standalone homes on the increase
After two years of increases, the trend for new housing consents is now where it was five years ago. In…
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Industry and government leaders commit to signing safety charter
In early July, more than 50 construction, insurance, central and local government leaders came together to sign and endorse a…
Home wins for WRC-bound Paddon
Former Production World Rally Champion Hayden Paddon was buzzing on the back of two home wins, as he prepared to…
The game changer – injuries at work
Imagine you’re the top try scorer for defending Investec Super Rugby Champions the Chiefs and you discover you have a…
Hirepool – Hirequip merger to benefit SMEs
Hirepool’s purchase of Hirequip was recently finalised, with the newly created business targeting a range of growth opportunities nationwide. “We…
Wellington apartments boost consent growth
April 2013 saw the highest number of new dwellings consented since April 2008, with Wellington leading the growth. With 1,755…
Construction surge leaves industry short of apprentices
The number of apprentices in the building industry has decreased to nearly half of what it was in the boom…
Earthquake strengthening to drive industry
The New Zealand construction sector is set to grow by up to 25% in the next couple of years with…
Modern mortar practices survive earthquake test
Twisted wire ties are one reason many brick veneer houses failed in past earthquakes, such as in Napier in 1931. However, modern…
A loyal and happy customer for 50 years
In the five decades since Dennis Wood started building in West Auckland, man has landed on the moon, the Berlin…
Te Anau’s new store offers more
PlaceMakers Te Anau plays a key role in welcoming adventurous Kiwis and tourists to the country’s most rugged region and…
How do you market your business?
Q: Between social media, print media, bill boards and word of mouth, there are so many ways to advertise your…
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