Consent rules to be relaxed for sheds, sleep-outs and garages
The Government has announced plans to ease building consent rules for single storey detached buildings, such as garden sheds, sleepouts…
Home August 2025
Builder used $289,000 deposits on debts and racehorses
A former Master Builders Association president has been ordered to repay more than $289,000 to two families after a High…
Dunedin celebrates a decade of its Trade Expo
For the past decade, the Dunedin Trade Expo has been quietly building its reputation as a must-attend event for local…
Major building code changes paused until 2028
The Government has confirmed a pause on new major reforms to the Building Code until 2028, shifting to a three-year…
Overseas building product scheme gets green light
The Government has cleared the way for a major expansion in the use of overseas building products, promising builders more…
Scaffolding and Prequalification Rules Set for Overhaul
The Government is seeking industry feedback on proposed health and safety reforms to clarify working-at-height requirements and streamline prequalification processes …
WorkSafe guidance targets trailer ramp injuries
WorkSafe has released a new low-loader trailer ramp safety guide to help reduce serious injuries and fatalities in construction transport.…
PlaceMakers showcases apprentice support and digital tools at NZCB Conference
More than 500 builders, apprentices and suppliers gathered in Hamilton on 6-7 June for the 2025 New Zealand Certified Builders…
How to submit a good consent application
Missing documentation and poorly executed drawings are two of the main reasons a consent application may generate a request for…
BCITO hails return to industry governance
BCITO has welcomed the government’s announcement that it will exit the national polytechnic network Te Pūkenga, describing the change as…
You must be logged in to post a comment.