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Asbestos cement siding was a popular choice in New Zealand homes and commercial buildings from the 1940s through to the late 1980s. Valued for its durability, fire resistance, and low maintenance, it was commonly used in weatherboards, eaves linings, and exterior cladding. Today, however, asbestos is recognised as a serious health hazard, and anyone working with […]
A new report from the thinktank Committee for Auckland is urging immediate and decisive action on Auckland’s transport system. It warns that delays in reform are compounding costs and constraining growth across the city’s development pipeline. The report argues Auckland is at a “critical juncture”, with population growth continuing to outpace transport investment, a […]
As fuel prices continue to climb at unprecedented levels, the transport sector is facing mounting financial pressure, with many operators experiencing tightening margins and heightened uncertainty. David Boyce, CEO of the New Zealand Trucking Association (NZTA) stresses that in volatile conditions like these, access to accurate and timely information is critical. “There are […]
Two-thirds of builders said suppliers have already increased their pricing or introduced surcharges related to fuel uncertainty. Yet over 60% of builders are still absorbing the price increases. A nationwide survey by Combined Building Supplies Co-operative (CBS) showed the nation’s builders are feeling the pressure of the fuel crisis. 84% of CBS respondents […]
While demand remains strong, construction costs are starting to feel upward pressure, primarily from rising diesel prices. QV says that although overall cost escalation remains modest, fuel-intensive trades such as excavation, piling, and demolition are experiencing sharper increases. Excavation costs, for example, rose 7.8% in a month due to the diesel spike. QV […]
Ankit Sharma, CEO If there’s one phrase that captures the mood across the construction sector in 2025, it’s cautious optimism. After several challenging years marked by economic uncertainty and shifting demand, the industry is beginning to find its footing again. Master Builders’ 2025 State of the Sector survey tells a clear story. Nearly two-thirds of […]
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