The ‘invisible’ costs of building a house in NZ
CoreLogic, a property information, analytics and services provider in the United States, Australia and New Zealand, says the recently-released Housing Stocktake Report contains underlying...
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...
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...
More apprentices sign up to showcase trade skills
More apprentices have entered this year’s Registered Master Builders CARTERS 2019 Apprentice of the Year competition, reflecting an increased interest in building...
Preliminary and General — and its cost
Preliminary and General. Do you know what this is? I have talked to many builders around the country over many years, who often say...
Auckland’s urban sprawl accelerates
The Auckland Council has approved two structure plans for more than 34,000 homes to be built in the Drury and Pukekohe areas...
Christchurch red zone makeover approved by Government
A once-in-a-lifetime makeover of the eastern areas of Christchurch that were shattered by the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes has been approved by...
BDO helping to build future construction tycoons
BDO has integrated its business advisory expertise into Construction Tycoon, an interactive online game that immerses players in the construction business.
Plan H&S carefully for the winter months
When the temperatures head southward it’s time to think about protecting yourself and your team from the elements.
Winter...
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...