Consents continue downward trend
The year ended November 2023 saw consents drop by nearly a quarter year-on-year – well below a peak of 51,015…
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Disputes decisions set a precedent
A range of Disputes Tribunal decisions were reached at the end of last year that may have consequences for situations…
BuiltReady consultation closed
A consultation on the proposed changes to the BuiltReady programme has closed. It sought feedback on incorporating use of the…
BCITO expands learner support
BCITO is collaborating with local community initiatives to provide pathways into meaningful employment in the construction sector for second-chance learners …
NZCB launches Apprentice Network
The New Zealand Certified Builders Association (NZCB) has launched its new Apprentice Network, designed to provide support to employers and…
New Lynn, new look!
PlaceMakers New Lynn celebrated its new store format by putting on a special customer event in November, featuring a BBQ,…
PlaceMakers trials Hilti for Hire tool lease
PlaceMakers has partnered with Hilti to provide a tool lease service trial at five PlaceMakers stores across the country: Kaiwharawhara,…
Next level trade support
Your relationship with PlaceMakers just got bigger – thanks to a massive shift in how the trade support team can…
Tools of the trade
Builders’ Business is a column by builders for builders. Its objective is to provide a forum, particularly for small business…
October consents back to 2021 levels
The year ended October 2023 saw consents drop to similar levels to 2021 with 39,900 new homes consented. The year…
Company fined $125,000 by Employment Relations Authority
A building company has been slapped with a huge fine for breaching minimum employment standards during the construction of a…
Building WOF changes approved
Following the tragic fire at Loafers Lodge in Wellington, Cabinet has approved changes to the building warrant of fitness (BWOF)…
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