LAUDING LANDSCAPING EXCELLENCE
PlaceMakers plants itself behind landscapers of today and tomorrow Reflecting its commitment to the trade landscape market, PlaceMakers continues to…
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Apprentice of the month
July apprentice of the month Confidence and careful consideration win the day Second-year apprentice Chris Johnson had to put his…
FROM THE GROUND UP
Our apprentice column provides an opportunity for PAC members to share their views, experiences and ideas, while providing insight for…
BUILDERS’ BUSINESS
Health and safety on site Builders’ Business is a column by builders for builders. Its objective is to provide a…
Safety organisations putting their heads together
With the number of deaths in the construction industry having hit a decade high, safety organisations are working together to…
Trainees see the other side
WorkSafe trainees specialising as health and safety inspectors recently had the chance to educate and learn from the other side…
A 45-year high in new homes consented
Townhouses were the driving force behind new homes consents, which reached their highest level since 1974 A total of 3,687…
Building standards made more accessible
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has funded over 120 building standards After hearing concerns by building practitioners…
BDO survey: challenges facing a strong industry
Accounting and advisory firm BDO recently released its 2019 construction survey report, which revealed some of the challenges facing NZ’s…
CROMWELL COMMUNITY LENDS A HAND
Builder’s wish comes true for little Harry thanks to PlaceMakers Foundation Working Bee Grant! Emotions ran high in Cromwell as…
MANDATORY INSURANCE LOOMING?
Yet more obligations on builders? Read more on MBIE’s review of insurance requirements MBIE is currently reviewing aspects of New…
