Maximising a migrant workforce
The last in our series on integrating migrant workers into your workforce focuses on accommodation – along with a round-up…
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Upskill your business
An investment in your employees’ training is an investment in your business; upskilling will improve their competency, your business’ overall…
Ground-shaking news
Select PlaceMakers stores now offer a range of AC1355.2 seismic-rated Powers concrete fasteners and epoxy, including the Power Stud SD2…
Blue September sweeps the country
PlaceMakers branches across the country host a range of events to raise funds for the Prostate Cancer Foundation He’s here,…
Sun still shining on construction sector
Consent growth rate might be starting to slow down, but the industry is still booming In August, the number of…
More apprentices, please
BCITO is experiencing unprecedented growth in the number of new apprenticeships, but the industry is still woefully short of skilled…
How to make your first million
Here’s an example of how one builder (we’ll call him Bob) built a million-dollar business in just over a year…
PlaceMakers seminars on the road again
PlaceMakers’ cross-country seminars give builders the chance to continue their learning With PlaceMakers’ seventh round of seminars in full swing,…
Building stronger sill skills
Large, double-glazed windows need proper support, particularly when installed beyond the face of the wall framing. Here are some simple…
Non-residential value nears all-time high
Non-residential building volume continues to increase and currently sits just 1.3% off the series high, set in the March 2006…
Subbies to get better payment protection
Change in law intended to prevent another Mainzeal-type fallout Changes to the Construction Contracts Acts (CCA), requiring subcontractors’ retention payments…
Planning a successful succession
Closing the doors might be the last thought on your mind when starting a business, but it’s important to prepare…
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