December 2011 Issue

For New Zealand’s builders and developers, this means taking the responsibility to set new standards in accessible housing that the Lifemark provides. Even though consumer […]

It highlights the key role the construction sector has played in the economic growth of the country, and the potential for New Zealand’s construction industry […]

Wei Loo, from the Faculty of Technology and Built Environment, is in the next phase of his research on a friction device that would allow […]

The Government is introducing Restricted Building Work (RBW), as a way of ensuring quality building work is being carried out by qualified, experienced professionals. Consequently, […]

When I started building some 27 years ago, the plan was to earn a bit of cash while I waited to reach the minimum age […]

Both young men impressed national judges with their knowledge and practical skills in the October 29 competition held in Wellington. As well as proving their […]

The striking home also took out the New Homes $350,000 – $450,000 category — showing that top quality can be achieved across any price category. […]

The three-bedroom, two-bathroom house was then sold at auction within the month, to clear a massive $135,000 for a very special charity — Ronald McDonald […]

As 2011 draws to a close, it is opportune that we reflect on the tremendous amount of work that has been progressed, and our achievements […]

The Financial Assistance Package (FAP) recently released to help fix leaky buildings (ie, where the Government contributes 25% and the councils another 25%) has been […]