The existing quake-prone building system will be reworked, Construction Minister Chris Penk announced. “The Government is removing the New Building Standard (NBS) ratings currently used by engineers to determine whether a property is earthquake-prone,” he told the media. He expects the new system to save New Zealanders more than $8.2 billion in remediation and demolition […]

As New Zealand moves toward a lower-emissions future, much of the conversation focuses on EVs, energy supply, and farming reforms. Yet one of the most effective changes is happening quietly—through the windows. Better aluminium window and door systems are transforming homes, reducing energy use, and helping the country meet tighter building regulations. Why Joinery Matters […]

Auckland’s north-western Whenuapai and Red Hills suburbs are set to benefit from a $300 million wastewater infrastructure programme designed to support future growth. Watercare capital delivery general manager Suzanne Lucas says the programme aligns closely with Auckland Council’s Future Development Strategy, which anticipates significant residential and commercial growth in the area throughout the 2030s. “Our […]

With accidents occurring on the road every day, vehicle safety is a huge concern for all New Zealanders. For every fleet of vehicles, safety should be made the main priority. Safety is not the sole responsibility of the drivers, however – it’s also the technicians, dispatchers, and upper management who are responsible. One way that […]

Managing moisture effectively is one of the most critical aspects of constructing durable and long-lasting brick veneer and concrete block walls. In New Zealand, builders face a unique combination of climatic challenges: from heavy rainfall and high humidity in the north to colder, wetter conditions in the south. Temperature fluctuations, wind-driven rain, and prolonged damp […]

Consent figures from June and July, as reported by Stats NZ, indicate a gradual uptick in growth. “Apartment consents rose in both monthly and annual terms this July,” economic indicators spokesperson Michelle Feyen said. Stand-alone house consents rose 1.7% in the year ended July 2025, while multi-unit home consents were down overall. Within multi-units, the […]