NAWIC marks 30 years with We Belong campaign
NAWIC branches across New Zealand will host a series of regional events in September, celebrating the contribution of women to…
Home September 2026
Self-certification goes live for plumbers and drainlayers
Eligible plumbers and drainlayers can now apply to self-certify their work under a voluntary scheme intended to reduce inspection delays…
PlaceMakers product picks – October 2026
Every month we round up our top Product Picks showcasing innovation, new products and the brands that builders know and…
Banks divided over timing of construction recovery
Major bank forecasts point to more consented homes and an eventual lift in residential construction – but disagree over how…
Canterbury continues to drive consents
In the year ended July 2026, residential building consents passed 40,000 for the second consecutive month – driven by strong performances across Canterbury In…
Builders hold their ground as pipelines improve
Forward workloads are proving resilient and homeowner confidence has strengthened, although construction costs, weaker demand and consenting delays continue to…
PlaceMakers demonstrates industry connections at NZIBES
PlaceMakers continues longstanding support of Chinese building community by bringing customers, suppliers and industry partners together at the New Zealand…
PlaceMakers LBP Seminars tackle changing rules and risks
Builders will have the chance to record up to two-and-a-half hours of elective skills maintenance learning and get up to…
Infrastructure pipeline under scrutiny
New Zealand has close to $290bn of infrastructure projects in the pipeline – but the Government and industry agree reducing construction…
Who is now in charge of building?
Simon Watts has taken responsibility for Building and Construction following the departure of Chris Penk, adding the portfolio to his…
MBIE seeks feedback on wider range of building product standards
Builders and other industry participants have until 11 September to have their say on proposals to expand the range of…
CBS calls for changes to mandatory warranty plans
Combined Building Supplies Co-operative calls for changes to proposed mandatory residential building warranty framework, warning it could restrict some builders’ access to the market – but backs reforms designed…
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