Forests, rivers and mountains store and filter water, reduce flooding and erosion, buffer storms and heat, and support the food and energy systems our very lives depend on. So, should our environment be considered infrastructure? Charitable trust Aotearoa Circle presented its Natural Infrastructure Plan to Parliament last week, saying just that.  Aotearoa Circle convenes public- […]

New Zealand’s love for getting hands-on comes to life with WD-40’s Repair Challenge. Running from March 1 to April 18 the challenge calls on makers, tradies, professionals and DIYers to showcase the projects that keep materials in circulation and extend the life of well-loved items. Saving money, cutting waste, and taking pride in keeping tools, […]

As building and infrastructure projects begin to move from planning to delivery across New Zealand, one issue continues to concern the industry: where will the skilled workforce come from? For many smaller building and engineering businesses, finding experienced staff is often the biggest barrier to taking on more work. Rather than competing in a tight […]

Our environmental services sector keeps growing as building rules tighten and awareness of old contaminants grows. Work involving asbestos removal and site remediation has become a key part of today’s building and property industries.  But disposing of hazardous materials safely and ensuring we protect the environment is a huge undertaking and legal responsibility. Across the […]

The industry has welcomed the Government’s 30-year infrastructure plan. The long-term strategy emphasises maintenance and nonpartisan thinking as it anticipates the real challenges ahead. The report focuses on the key challenges for the nation’s roads and transport, hospitals, schools, water and power systems.  Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop says New Zealand’s infrastructure spending isn’t reflected in […]

NZA champions future builders, roofers, joiners and bricklayers in their career journey. With decades of experience in connecting apprentices to the industry, they have become a trusted link between learners and employers across the country. Nicole Niederer, NZA’s South Island business and administration manager, says that a key part of their work is matching the […]