ConstructionAuckland waterfront venue timed for big eventsThousands of people will soon be able to see Auckland Council's biggest new building, the $32m Viaduct Events Centre on the waterfront.15 Feb 04:30 PM
ConstructionBrownlee denies telling quake residents to sell on open marketGerry Brownlee has rejected claims he told Canterbury residents that selling their quake-damaged homes would be the best way to withdraw equity.14 Feb 09:26 PM
New ZealandMayor out to save heritage pair doomed in secret dealCouncil-owned industrial buildings at Wynyard Quarter earmarked for the axe.13 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandLocals upset at building planAn Orewa eco-friendly development has received resource consent for a 14-unit apartment block - before a public hearing on the merits of relaxing building controls.13 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleAppetite for destructionSome Aucklanders may have been surprised to see a demolition expert supporting the campaign to save three historic St Heliers houses from the wrecker’s ball.11 Feb 01:00 AM
InvestmentSC Finance development gets green lightThe receiver of South Canterbury Finance (SCF) is welcoming a council to allow a residential development on the outskirts of Christchurch.03 Feb 08:35 PM
EconomyHousing data 'probably cannot get any worse' - economistBuilding consent figures fell sharply in December, with one economist saying they probably cannot get any worse.31 Jan 03:37 AM
New ZealandReverse pub crawl set for AprilA pub tenant is being sought for Auckland's historic Birdcage Tavern near Victoria Park.30 Jan 04:30 PM
New Zealand$1.5b leaky-schools nightmare keeps Tolley awakeThe cost of fixing the leaky-school problem has risen to around $1.5bn - but Anne Tolley admits she doesn't know where the money will come from.27 Jan 04:30 PM
ConstructionCrane releases accounts early, sees higher earningsCrane Group, the Australian building supplies company New Zealand's Fletcher Building is trying to take over, says its interim net profit will be up 17 per cent on last year.21 Jan 01:45 AM