Latest News
BDO Construction Survey Report: Industry ‘marginally better’, but still a race to the bottom
Leading Accounting and Advisory firm BDO released the report of its second annual Construction Survey in Auckland recently.
The...
Industry suicide report highlights need for more effective support and prevention
The release last month of a report into suicides of construction industry workers has highlighted the need for all parts of the...
Giant global manufacturer partners with locally-owned tool company
Accent Tools Ltd has significantly expanded its sales and brand portfolio in New Zealand, with a newly-formed partnership with Apex Tool Group...
Angular Lexus showroom wins architecture award
A brave decision to build a one-car showroom on a high-profile site has paid off for GWD Lexus of Queenstown and Anna-Marie...
BT’s Back in Time
20 years ago — June 1999
• Funding of $113,000 to go towards a review of the Building Act,...
Regular Columns
New awards to celebrate innovation in the sector
By RMBA CEO David Kelly
I think, unfairly, the perception of the construction sector is...
Are you an ‘Employer of Choice’?
Tradie HR director Leigh Olsen explains what makes an “Employer of Choice”.
Business growth requires careful planning
Terry Sage of Trades Coaching New Zealand says by all means grow, and grow large — but plan your growth path carefully.
Products
New adhesive and sealant in one
Many builders will already be users of Sika’s MS Sealant and know what a quality product it is. Now Sika NZ has...
NZ’s toughest LED light
Intex Lumo LED lights are the toughest portable construction lights in New Zealand.
These TradeTuff, IK09 impact-resistant and IP-rated...
8000 nails per charge!
With Senco’s new SGT90i Framing Gas Tool, the user can harness the increased power to guarantee efficiency and a professional finish with...