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Strong calls for fire safety change in construction
Fire safety feedback calling for strong change will now help shape proposed Building Code changes to be considered by Cabinet early next year.
1 December 2025 -
Residential alterations heading for an upturn
Like new builds, alterations to residential buildings are starting to show hints of rising driven mainly by a large fall in interest rates, says Kiwi economist Rodney Dickens.
1 December 2025 -
The inspector is not your safety net: LBPs must own their work
MBIE’s message is clear: Own your work. Know the consent. Check it yourself.
12 November 2025 -
The New Zealand Building Code: Clause B1 structure
Clause B1 of the New Zealand Building Code includes mandatory objectives, functional requirements, and performance criteria. Knowing these is the responsibility of LBPs.
12 November 2025
Strong calls for fire safety change in construction
Fire safety feedback calling for strong change will now help shape proposed Building Code changes to be considered by Cabinet early next year.
Residential alterations heading for an upturn
Like new builds, alterations to residential buildings are starting to show hints of rising driven mainly by a large fall in interest rates, says Kiwi economist Rodney Dickens.
The inspector is not your safety net: LBPs must own their work
MBIE’s message is clear: Own your work. Know the consent. Check it yourself.
The New Zealand Building Code: Clause B1 structure
Clause B1 of the New Zealand Building Code includes mandatory objectives, functional requirements, and performance criteria. Knowing these is the responsibility of LBPs.
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Powering Up Melanoma Awareness
Visiting the CARTERS annual Power Up tool sale proved potentially lifesaving for people who took advantage of free skin cancer spot checks at the series of events.
1 November 2025 -
Improve your Asbestos Awareness
Improve your ability to spot and manage asbestos risks with new training to help keep you safe on site.
1 November 2025 -
Granny flats approved for construction from early 2026
The Government passed legislation which will make it easier to build small standalone dwellings, with building consent exemption due early next year.
23 October 2025
Powering Up Melanoma Awareness
Visiting the CARTERS annual Power Up tool sale proved potentially lifesaving for people who took advantage of free skin cancer spot checks at the series of events.
Improve your Asbestos Awareness
Improve your ability to spot and manage asbestos risks with new training to help keep you safe on site.
Granny flats approved for construction from early 2026
The Government passed legislation which will make it easier to build small standalone dwellings, with building consent exemption due early next year.
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