This is the first in a series of articles which will explain the ins and outs of sustainability and how to apply it in C&D. Sustainability is increasingly under the spotlight in the construction and demolition industry – from Government and local council resource consents and contractual requirements, to demand from private and corporate clients. […]

Seth Hall, a young plumber from Gisborne, is aiming to become the second member of his family to win the Plumbing World Young Plumber of the Year 2025 national final after topping his regional event. He’s a third-generation plumber, following in the footsteps of his grandfather, father, and two brothers.  Seth says participating in the […]

Half of workers reported pain, illness, or disability in the 2025 MATES in Construction Industry Well-being Survey, more than double the national adult rate. Supported by ASB, MATES were recently joined by Minister for Mental Health Hon Matt Doocey to launch the results of the industry survey on World Suicide Prevention Day. The report reveals […]

Brett Murray, Chief Executive of Site Safe NZ, shares his views on asbestos awareness. Asbestos is often seen as a problem of the past. New Zealand banned imports of asbestos products in 2016, but the truth is more confronting: asbestos remains our leading work-related killer, claiming the lives of around 220 people every year. Those […]

As part of a broader package of health and safety reforms, the Government has announced a significant shift in the role and culture of WorkSafe New Zealand. Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden says the changes are aimed at transforming WorkSafe from a heavily enforcement-focused regulator into one that engages early with businesses […]

A contamination scare involving asbestos in imported materials has led to temporary closures at Pacific Door Systems (PDS) and triggered a nationwide investigation into fire-rated doors. The issue centres on FRB core, a fire-retardant board widely used in the manufacture of Pyropanel fire doors. Recent testing has confirmed traces of asbestos in some batches imported […]