Barriers for swimming pools
Strict regulations ensure the safety of children around swimming pools by requiring the installation of suitable barriers to restrict access.…
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Landscaping risks for builders
While it may be argued that there is less risk when landscaping than when building, there are still hazards that…
The LBP code of ethics in practice
The Licensed Building Practitioners (LBP) Code of Ethics (COE) came into force on 25 October 2022. It is a tool…
Changes to retention money requirements
The Government has made changes to retention money requirements to give subcontractors confidence that they will be paid the retention…
BCITO wants more women in trades
BCITO has launched its Women in Trades Campaign, which aims to encourage diversity in a traditionally male-dominated arena By 2025,…
Women thriving onsite in Thames
Increasing the number of women in trades is an important consideration for BCITO, a work-based learning division of Te Pūkenga.…
Metal fencing trends
PlaceMakers offers a full range of quality fencing suitable for a variety of situations. When your client is considering which…
Getting the ball rollen’
PlaceMakers is delighted to reaffirm its commitment to Canterbury tradies by opening its new store in Rolleston and getting the…
Quality meets quality
With multiple award-winning landscaping projects under its belt, it’s fair to say that Goom Landscapes is a high-class outfit. To…
Under Construction reaches 100!
This is the 100th edition of a magazine developed specifically to support you, our builders, through what has proven to…
Green-thumbed builders?
Builders’ Business is a column by builders for builders. Its objective is to provide a forum, particularly for small business…