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The construction sector nationwide took a severe hit.
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Canterbury house builder in liquidation – Kiwibank among creditors owed $1m
Staff terminated after construction projects slow.
Bishop bows out of fast-track decision involving Winton Land
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Crane numbers drop 11% this year as construction slows
Auckland crane numbers fell to an eight-year low.
Illegal dumpers target South Auckland’s empty building sites
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The 19 Waikato projects are spread across infrastructure, energy, housing and mining.
Consent reforms needed to fix 'overkill' system – builder
Changes to the building consent system are welcomed as it is currently arduous.
Jobs at risk as NZ concrete giant comes unstuck
At least a dozen jobs could be disestablished.
Tennis club marks its 100th birthday in style
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Appointed last year, now gone: Farro Fresh CEO Craig Williams
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Fast-track consent for 499-unit Carrington apartment project
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Giant fences, illegal carport spark Auckland Council, Environment Court action - twice
In 2020, owner said fencing was temporary and surrounded a site of building renovations.
Price slump: Barfoot & Thompson issues new monthly data on Auckland house sales
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