News

Migrant workers key to construction industry

It’s no surprise that the current building boom has exacerbated the labour shortage, with demand for builders, trades workers and…

Interview with an inspector (Part I)

Building inspections are an essential part of the building process, so Under Construction spoke to Auckland Council inspections manager Jeff Fahrensohn…

Keep waterways waste free

As promised, Under Construction will be including all compulsory Codewords articles to help LBPs earn their required points and stay…

Building and housing

New dwelling consents rebound in May

The number of new dwellings consented rebounded strongly in May, driven by a near-record number of new houses Stats NZ’s…

Industry News

PlaceMakers launches new sponsorship

Outerspace Landscapes founder and managing director Jordan Frizzell was over the moon when he won the Young Landscaper of the…

Community & Sponsorship

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Managing timber moisture

Bringing wood’s moisture content into a workable range is key to preventing issues – Carter Holt Harvey offers tips on…

Industry News

Spotlight on Wanaka

Increasing numbers of people are succumbing to the allure of Wanaka’s stunning vistas, which has caused building activity in the…

Consents suffer Easter slump

Lower activity in Canterbury a significant factor in national downturn In April, 2,106 new dwellings were consented – more than…

MBIE aims to inform homeowners

As a builder, it’s in your best interest to ensure your clients know their rights and obligations When it comes…

More in store for Alexandra

Alexandra tradies are already benefiting from the town’s new-look PlaceMakers store, which features a timber yard big enough to contain…

Community & Sponsorship

Sizing up your clients

What processes do you have in place for assessing potential clients before you start work for them? Staff: 14 Trade…

Builders business