ConstructionIn a vice-grip: Construction sector grasped by turmoilThe best and worst of times have arrived together for NZ's construction industry.02 Aug 05:00 PM
ConstructionEbert Construction's 95 staff face uncertain future as $40m debts revealedEbert Construction in receivership and wages are being paid day-to-day.01 Aug 01:44 AM
ConstructionEbert construction: Delayed hospital unit among company's projectsQuestions over whether Ebert's woes will impact on Middlemore project.31 Jul 11:05 PM
BDBDConstructionGovt report: New home construction rate slower than expectedThe rate of new home construction is set to rise more slowly between now and 2020.30 Jul 01:03 AM
ConstructionSpark launches app to connect tradies to workSpark is gearing up to launch a business which services tradespeople.25 Jul 01:25 AM
New Zealand'It's not easy': Tauranga mayor defends Bella Vista offerTauranga mayor has defends Bella Vista offer despite upset it is not full-market value.24 Jul 09:29 PM
ConstructionDeadly condition killing Aussie tradies could strike in NZThe deadly lung disease striking down Aussie tradies is said to be looming here too.23 Jul 05:32 AM
Construction'The new asbestos': Deadly condition hitting tradiesA stonemason went from healthy to the intensive care unit in only a few months.22 Jul 08:19 PM
ConstructionGovt chips in six-figure sum for waterfront projectThe funding will come out of the Government's $3 billion provincial fund.19 Jul 01:44 AM
OpinionComment: Prefab houses are not the answerPrefabricated houses would be unlikely to be cheaper than building on-site.18 Jul 05:00 PM
ConstructionYates coming down: Century-old Auckland heritage building to be demolishedDevelopers will retain only the exterior of the original building.17 Jul 12:41 AM
OpinionPat Baskett: New cash-eating fight for David against GoliathCOMMENT: Three court rulings should be enough to protect the Okura marine reserve.16 Jul 05:00 PM
ConstructionAuckland apartment boom set to run out of steam: ReportThe apartment boom is still delivering big numbers, but this isn't guaranteed to last.15 Jul 11:14 PM
BDBDConstructionFletcher nabs Kiwirail boss for troubled construction armReidy will oversee the problematic Buildings and Interiors unit in his new role.15 Jul 09:09 PM
ConstructionEx-Hawkins firms owe $41m: liquidatorsTroubled construction company owes around a thousand unsecured creditors $41m.13 Jul 01:23 AM
New ZealandShould Auckland Council sell its $500m worth of carparks?Council ponders carpark ownership12 Jul 02:00 AM
OpinionComment: We have to end construction's boom and bustCOMMENT: Construction industry needs to escape "boom and bust" trap.11 Jul 05:00 PM
BDBDConstructionTauranga, Waikato councils to borrow $196M for water upgradesThe money will be borrowed from the government's housing infrastructure fund.10 Jul 11:14 PM
ConstructionProperty developer who left homeowners in the lurch declared bankruptIt is the second time that Stephen Foley has been declared bankrupt.09 Jul 07:19 AM
OpinionNicky Smith: Engineering a change of cultureCOMMENT: Why we need to continue to tackle the obstacles that are holding women back.08 Jul 05:00 PM
ConstructionWhat house deposit will you need to qualify for KiwiBuild?Financiers are asking for more details on the loan criteria that will apply to KiwiBuild.08 Jul 02:47 AM
OpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Endless red tape causes renovation frustrationCOMMENT: Renovating a house is an insight into what has caused our housing crisis.07 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandSimon Wilson: The housing we deserveThe Unitec project is the Government's big chance to show us how good KiwiBuild can be.06 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionMike HoskingHosking: Exactly who can afford Phil Twyford's 'affordable' homes?COMMENT: New homes have increased by $50,000 even before a hammer has been swung.03 Jul 07:06 PM
ConstructionGhost town: Concern in Newmarket as retail stores stand vacantThe number of empty shops in Newmarket continues to rise.02 Jul 06:40 PM
New ZealandForeign workers mooted for KiwiBuildEasier visa process for foreign tradespeople proposed to speed up KiwiBuild.27 Jun 03:46 AM
ConstructionFletcher's plan to build thousands of new homesAn Auckland-based factory will assist with the Government's KiwiBuild plans.20 Jun 11:26 PM
New ZealandQuality KiwiBuild homes could save $680m: ReportIf KiwiBuild homes are built to higher standards, it could save $680m, a report says.18 Jun 12:01 PM
PropertyHistoric cottage left high-and-dryAlbert Park's historic caretaker's cottage has been hoisted two metres into the air.18 Jun 03:15 AM
ConstructionAussie shake-up in wind for Fletcher BuildingFletcher's giving a new longer-term strategy announcement in Sydney on Thursday.17 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil investigating 'potential inconsistency' with Hobsonville factory constructionCouncil looking at the approved resource consent and a "best-outcome" consent notice.17 Jun 03:17 AM
Construction$70m Pine Harbour scheme approved, apartments to rise near marinaThe proposed development has met strong opposition from community groups.10 Jun 09:12 PM
BDBDConstructionVolume of NZ building activity falls in MarchThe value of total building activity dropped in March.05 Jun 11:42 PM
ConstructionBuilding practitioners banned for disreputable behaviourTwo building practitioners were found to have brought the trade into disrepute.05 Jun 11:07 PM
