BCITO recognises specialist skills with micro-credentials
As forecasts for construction over the next five years stress the increasing need for skilled tradesman, BCITO’s ‘Micro-Credentials’ offer a…
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Penalties given to LBPs
The Building Practitioners Board has handed down more sanctions in the face of negligent and incompetent work. Four Carpentry LBPs…
Boom/bust to take a backseat
National Construction Pipeline Report 208 predicts boom/bust cycle will be replaced by steady growth over next five years This is…
Consents soften in June
New dwelling consents hit 12-month high in Wellington despite overall dip in June A total of 2,792 new dwellings were…
Punt for Prizes winners
Thanks to the generosity of PlaceMakers Punt for Prizes winners, schools and rugby clubs around the country were treated to…
LBP application processing explained
Following the most recently publicised LBP licence cancellations, where two of the LBPs were found to have criminal convictions, Under…
Bella Vista: a summary so far
A report written by Paul Heath QC investigating the Tauranga City Council’s role in the Bella Vista Homes subdivision found…
PlaceMakers expands landscape sponsorship
Luijten Landscaping’s Kae Combridge beat a record nine finalists at this year’s PlaceMakers sponsored Young Landscaper of the Year Awards…
Strong PlaceMakers presence at NZCB conference
Sponsorships and prizes provide greater support for attendees More than 700 builders came together at the NZ Certified Builders (NZCB)…
Builders’ Business
Builders’ Business is a column by builders for builders. Its objective is to provide a forum, particularly for small business…
PlaceMakers backs Mandarin-speaking LBPs
For almost seven years, PlaceMakers has been committed to helping its builders earn their required Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) points. While…
Fast(enings) delivery drives efficiency
PlaceMakers Direct gives Auckland customers instant access to essential materials PlaceMakers new mobile delivery service, PlaceMakers Direct, is proving a…