Plumbers and drainlayers will carry individual liability
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment has confirmed to Under Construction that endorsed plumbers and drainlayers who self-certify eligible work may…
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Report highlights industry’s resilience
Economic and political uncertainty continues to weigh on New Zealand’s construction sector but a new report from consultancy firm BDO…
PlaceMakers product picks – August 2026
Every month, we round up our top Product Picks to help make your projects run smoother and – hopefully –…
Identifying structural plywood
Structural plywood is an option when long-term load carrying and structural performance is required. But how do you tell if a sheet of…
Building consent requirements for swimming pool fencing
This Codewords 131 article goes into detail about Building Code Clause F9 – Restricting Access to Residential Pools and a builders’ obligations…
Annual consent growth continues for 10th straight month
Residential building consents increased in the year ended May 2026, marking 10 consecutive months of year-on-year growth, while non-residential consent…
PlaceMakers supports healthier waterways
A new campaign aimed at preventing paint contamination in streams and stormwater networks is being rolled out across Auckland’s Hibiscus…
Money can’t buy experiences with PlaceMakers Plus
Did you know being part of PlaceMakers Plus gives you access to unique, bespoke experiences that money simply can’t buy? From an unforgettable weekend…
Rethinking H1 compliance without the raised heel
For architects and builders, roof design has long been a balancing act between thermal performance, buildability, compliance and cost. With…
Part 4A breaches
This Codewords 131 article goes into detail about a builders’ obligations under Part 4A of the Building Act once a contract value…
No specific financing available for granny flats
Three major banks have confirmed to Under Construction that there is no granny flat-specific financing available to homeowners The Government has enabled…
PlaceMakers product picks – July 2026
Every month, we round up our top Product Picks to help make your projects run smoother and – hopefully –…
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