Proposed changes to NZS 3604
Public consultation is now open on the draft revision of NZS 3604 Timber-framed buildings. The proposed updates reflect changes in building…
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Construction subject to bring building industry into schools
New Zealand Building Industry Federation Chief Executive Julian Leys has welcomed the Government’s decision to introduce Construction and Built Environment…
PlaceMakers product picks – September 2026
As we head towards summer, our September Product Picks highlight a range of smart decking solutions to help transform your…
HSWA changes coming
The Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (HSWA) has been amended by the Health and Safety at Work Amendment…
Awards recognise women shaping the future of construction
The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) has recognised women from across New Zealand’s construction sector for their leadership, innovation and professional excellence…
Consents pass 40k for first time since 2023
In the year ended June 2026, residential building consents passed 40,000 for the first time since 2023 – reflecting substantial increases across many of…
PlaceMakers celebrates excellence at 2026 conference
PlaceMakers recognised outstanding people, branches and teams from across New Zealand at its 2026 Excellence Awards, with Fletcher Building Chief Executive – Distribution…
PlaceMakers raises $68,000 for MATES in Construction
A PlaceMakers tiny house built for Fieldays has raised $68,000 for MATES in Construction, with all proceeds supporting mental health and wellbeing initiatives across…
What consent data shows – and what it doesn’t
Building consent figures are often used as an indicator of future housing activity but they don’t show whether consented homes are ultimately completed …
Pool barrier decision reversed
A proposed swimming pool barrier comprising a 1,800mm-high timber boundary fence and its junctions with 1,200mm-high internal glass fencing has…
Councils say PIM changes unlikely to transform project timelines
While councils say they can meet the Government’s proposed, shorter statutory timeframe for Project Information Memorandums, several building consent authorities have questioned whether…
Insurance insider backs liability reforms – with caveats
The Building Amendment Bill, which proposes the introduction of a proportionate liability system, passed its first reading in Parliament on 2 July and…
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