Board decision on design quality
The Building Practitioners Board (the Board) recently made a significant disciplinary decision regarding negligence, incompetence and disrepute caused by Design…
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CCAA retentions update
The government has introduced a bill clarifying that new legislation relating to retention money in construction contacts will not apply…
Be seen online!
In last month’s article on online marketing, we focused on putting good-quality content on your website – the next step…
Get decked out for summer
With summer fast approaching, now is a good time to brush up on your deck building skills, as homeowners prepare…
Retentions – bond or trust?
Retentions are often a source of headaches for those working in the construction industry – but did you know that…
Resolving disputes
In previous articles we have discussed the common causes of construction disputes and suggested steps to avoid those disputes. Unfortunately,…
Hot summer safety tips!
Summer is always one of the busiest times of the year for those involved in the construction industry. While you…
Wood dust: controlling the risks
If you’re a PCBU involved in woodworking activities, this article outlines the health risks from wood dust and some reasonably…
Renovation responsibilities
While renovations and refurbishment projects may not always be on the same scale as building an entire home, your responsibilities…
Building a productive website
As a builder, you’ve likely learnt how to hit a nail on the head every time – but have you…
Call in the experts!
Starting a business after becoming qualified is often the biggest move in a builder’s career, yet it is often handled…
Stepping up health and safety
Despite what you may have heard, you can still use ladders under new health and safety legislation. However, there are…
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