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We’re all over H1
With six zones, three transition dates, five construction elements and more than a dozen R-values across three building types, understanding…
Communications and consents
Builders’ Business is a column by builders for builders. Its objective is to provide a forum, particularly for small business…
H1 reaches next milestone
1 May 2023 marks the next milestone in the staged transition for the H1 Energy Efficiency updates to the Building…
Subbies’ retentions given more protection
The changes passed in the Construction Contracts (Retention Money) Amendment Act aim to strengthen subcontractors’ protection from business failure Minister…
Have your say on building levy fees!
The Ministry of Building, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has released a consultation document for public feedback on three proposed changes…
February consents down almost a third
There was a 29% decrease in the number of new homes consented in the month of February 2023 when compared…
Apprenticeship funding explained
While The Targeted Training and Apprenticeship Fund (TTAF) ended on 31 December 2022, learners and employers can still access several…
Annual consents up – but January down
The year ended January 2023 saw a 1.4% increase in the number of new homes consented compared to the year…
Woodland Lifestyle floors meet E3/AS1
The quest for a continuous flow of stunning timber floors throughout a build is challenging some specifiers when it comes…
Get financially fit, says Westpac report
A series of reports from Westpac has predicted a downturn in the building and construction sector. In this article, Under…
Consent evaluation report: Part four
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has released its evaluation of the building consent system report. This is…
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