Consents continue downward trend
July 2023 consents drop across several categories, although remain above historic levels In the year ended July 2023, 43,487 new…
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Building consent exemptions
Under Schedule 1 of the Building Act 2004, there are some building projects that don’t require building consent. It was…
Cement safety
Cement-based concrete is widely used and contains extremely aggressive and hazardous chemicals. However, often not enough thought is given to…
Build a team of super subs!
So you want a fantastic team of subcontractors to help you create a great working environment, ensuring quality workmanship, punctuality,…
Five facts about plywood
Plywood is a popular product for construction in New Zealand, but how much do you know about this familiar material? …
Two building wrap alternatives
IBS Sustainable Building Products has two high-performing building wrap alternatives available in the form of RigidRAP and RigidRAP-XT Engineered in…
Premier landscapers shine at RML awards
A key sponsor of Registered Master Landscapers, PlaceMakers was proud to support two prestigious events – the Landscapes of Distinction…
Busting the boom-and-bust
Master Builders has released a report calling for the next government to make critical interventions in the construction industry to…
Advocating for women
Women in Trades (WIT) is a not-for-profit that promotes trades for women and plays a crucial advocating role as it…
NAWIC award winners announced!
The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) named the winners of its 11 Excellence Awards at Te Pae, Christchurch…
Net zero carbon concrete plan
New Zealand’s concrete industry has launched its roadmap to net zero carbon by 2050 Concrete New Zealand (NZ) chief executive…
LBP has Design licence cancelled
The Builders Practitioners Board (the Board) has cancelled the licence of a Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) after he was found…
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