GIB Change Compounds for different seasons

The GIB Trade Finish® range ensures a product compounds change for different seasons.

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.

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.

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.

Trade Skills

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Building Legends, managing teams

Bringing industry professionals together to learn and grow from discussing important issues affecting the Kiwi construction sector was the aim of Building Legends. 

Driving the charge in virtual build tech

Supercharging the framing process, a building software programme being utilised by CARTERS is benefiting many across the sector.

Keep it cool: summer-specific safety on site

Many factors can affect your temperature on site, beyond direct sun exposure – here’s what to consider to avoid overheating in summer on site. 

Update on liability reform: a legal perspective

 The proposal to replace the long-standing joint and several liability regime with a proportionate liability system may have unexpected consequences for the Kiwi building industry, commercial lawyer Andrew Skinner explains.

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Improving the flexibility of H1 Energy Efficiency

Further energy efficiency compliance updates have been made following consultation on clause H1 of the Building Code. 

Residential energy modelling masterclasses incoming

Combatting the problem of overheating in new build homes is the aim of a new set of masterclasses taking place across the country from February. 

Delivery death underscores power line hazards

Sentencing for a company whose timber delivery ended in tragedy has prompted renewed calls for improved safety around power lines.

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