Building Code explained in simple learning modules
MBIE has produced a range of learning modules (short videos) for builders, apprentices and others involved in the building industry,…
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Building Code to be updated annually
MBIE has announced that, from 2021, the Building Code will be updated annually, with only two keys dates for the…
Impact of Covid-19 on building projects
The completion dates of home building projects in the June 2020 quarter were delayed by nearly seven weeks on average,…
Consents for new homes remain high
With Covid-19 continuing to impact numbers, new home consents had a minor drop in July but are still producing high…
Building for Climate Change consultation is now open
Following on from our story in Issue 83, consultation on the Government’s Building for Climate Change is now open. It…
WORKING BEES BACK SOON!
After a delay caused by the disruption of the Covid-19 lockdown, the PlaceMakers Foundation is getting ready to invite applications…
APPRENTICESHIP SUBSIDY SCHEME
A new subsidy, Apprenticeship Boost, aims to support employers and apprentices as the economic recovery from Covid-19 continues On 17…
SMALL BUSINESSES CONTRIBUTE MORE
Small construction businesses contributed more to construction industry operating profit in recent years than medium or large businesses, Stats NZ…
JULY APPRENTICE OF THE MONTH
Calculating concrete for chocolate fish Andrew Hopley, a third-year apprentice from Christchurch, was put outside his comfort zone when faced…
JUNE APPRENTICE OF THE MONTH
First-year apprentice gets himself out of a jam(b) Tim Cadwallader, a first-year apprentice from Wellington, was faced with the challenge…
FROM THE GROUND UP
Our apprentice column provides an opportunity for PAC members to share their views, experiences and ideas, while providing insight for…
PLACEMAKERS CREDIT RETURNS MADE EASY
Do you hate waiting for credits? What about having to chase merchants for weeks (or even months) after returning items…