BUILDING LAW REFORM UPDATE
More than two years since the building law reforms were announced, Cabinet has agreed to the policy proposals developed by…
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PASSIVE FIRE PROTECTION PLANNING
Considerable evidence exists to show that, in a large proportion of buildings, passive fire protection has not been effectively designed,…
LBP CODE OF ETHICS INTRODUCED
On 26 October 2021 a Code of Ethics was introduced by Government for Licensed Building Practitioners (LBPs), with a one-year…
SEPT/OCT APPRENTICE OF THE MONTH
Te Rapa first year apprentice scoops $250 Noel Leeming E-Gift card! Jayson Stewart might be a first-year apprentice, but he’s…
FROM THE GROUND UP
Our apprentice column provides an opportunity for PAC members to share their views, experiences and ideas, while providing insight for…
KS BUILDERS SAYS FAREWELL TO FAFFING
With jobs through to 2022 on its books, Auckland-based KS Builders doesn’t have extra time to invest in the admin…
MANAGING MATERIAL SHORTAGES
Builders’ Business is a column by builders for builders. Its objective is to provide a forum, particularly for small business…
Learnings from Board decisions
The Building Practitioners Board (the Board) is able to notify the public of any disciplinary action it takes to uphold…
Material relief for Auckland-based tradies
Auckland Council has expanded the list of materials tradies can substitute to help managed increasing supply issues In the face…
Steel yourself for longer lead times
Lead times for the delivery of steel products have increased, but industry bosses are keen to emphasise that supply isn’t…
Consent numbers increase in August
The latest consenting figures show another record high for August, making it six months of consecutive record highs for new…
CONSTRUCTION JOBS ON THE RISE
Statistics show construction sector leading recruitment growth in New Zealand as businesses report higher incomes as result of post-lockdown building…