Construction boom will challenge
New Zealand is on the brink of the biggest construction boom in 40 years, according to a joint industry and government report released recently....
New construction micro-credentials launched to encourage job seekers
The BCITO Te Pukenga, in partnership with Waihanga Ara Rau – Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council, has launched several construction micro-credentials to provide...
Key industry players join forces to promote better building practices
Key players in New Zealand’s construction industry have launched a campaign to promote better building practices and improve the quality of the country’s homes...
‘Killing two birds with one stone’ — learning English while tackling the tools
Paulo Oliveira moved from Brazil to New Zealand five years ago. What was meant to be a four-month exchange to learn English turned into...
Upgrade begins for pedestrian-friendly Manukau street
The upgrade of Putney Way into a pedestrian-friendly main street for central Manukau in south Auckland has begun.
The upgrade will include a new single-level...
‘Tis the season for unreason
Tradie HR director Leigh Olsen provides some tips as to how to manage your workforce during the silly season.
Employees passing out in work vehicles,...
NZ’s civil contractors welcome incoming government
New Zealand’s civil contractors have welcomed the formation of New Zealand’s next government, and congratulate the incoming Ministers across the three coalition partners.
Civil Contractors...
Better infrastructure planning welcomed
The release of a prototype Infrastructure Pipeline to forecast major projects being delivered by central government agencies has been welcomed by New Zealand’s civil...
Kiwi engineers invited to apply for the ultimate work experience
Sika is giving young engineers worldwide the chance to win the ultimate work experience, with trips to some of the company’s key international projects...
Boucher officially opens Bunnings on North Shore
“We really appreciate the positive response we’ve had during every stage of opening this Bunnings Warehouse,” Mr Powell says. “We’re excited to bring...