Construction
Innovation needed in construction industry - report
The construction industry future is looking bright but crying out for innovation and investment, according to the National Construction Pipeline Report just out.
It forecasts over a quarter of a… Audio
265,000 new dwellings in pipeline over next five years - MBIE report
Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment's National Construction Pipeline Report forecast 265,000 new dwellings would be consented between now and December 2026.
CDL Land planning residential development on 70ha in Havelock North
The company obtained Overseas Investment Office approval to buy the 69.4 hectares of land from the Lowe family, earlier this month, for an undisclosed price.
High-density housing: Select committee recommends more outdoor space
Property developers will also have to provide more glazing under suggested changes to the government's bill on high density housing.
NZ Architecture Awards: Kohanga reo design recognised
Architect Michael O'Sullivan speaks to Jesse about his award-winning design of a kohanga reo in Ōtautahi, Christchurch Audio, Gallery
Hospital projects delayed over fire designs
Vital hospital building projects in Auckland are being delayed for months by questions over fire designs - and especially the safe evacuation of smoke-filled rooms.
Stroke, rehabilitation and baby… Audio
Building Code changes for roof insulation on new houses
Officials say the new requirements will reduce the energy needed to heat homes by up to 40 percent.
The worrying aspects of the bipartisan housing plan
The new bipartisan bill on housing intensification was welcomed by all - until the detail was revealed. Audio
Wellington: Plan to develop council land near public transport
The regional council says it has significant land holdings around stations which could be used for housing, retail and public services.
'Trust your councillors' says councillor ahead of Oruku Landing decision
Gavin Benney denies his press release indicating support for a proposed conference and event centre breached the council's elected members' code of conduct.
Concern over Mt Messenger bypass impact
There's concern a deal done to get North Taranaki's Mt Messenger bypass built, could see other native forests bulldozed for new roads.
Compensation and a land swap have been agreed so that the State… Audio
The Panel with Sue Kedgley and Peter Dunne (Part 2)
Panellists Sue Kedgley and Peter Dunne on the weekend's rugby losses, the Commerce Commission investigating the cost of building supplies, and ACT siphoning away National's support. Audio
High cost of building supplies for residential housing investigated
Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs David Clark says there have been long-standing concerns about whether there is enough competition in the sector.
What is the price of sunlight?
Householders face losing over a billion dollars worth of sunlight and views under radical housing intensification law changes underway.
Demolition waste could surge due to housing intensification
Landfills across the country are expected to be filled with more demolition waste when building rules kick in allowing increased housing intensification.
Wave of demolition waste expected with planning law change
A river of new demolition waste is expected to flow from a law change to allow at least three houses be built on one section.
The government is in the dark about just how much and is under fire over… Audio
Price rise puts Whangārei's Ōruku Landing project at risk
New report indicates the proposed waterfront development could cost ratepayers an additional $13m.
Timber shortage hits fencing contractors with weeks-long delays
A shortage of timber means some fencing companies are having to order product months in advance.
More delays for Carillon tower project
A 50 metre high tower with 70 tonnes of bells in it that presents a high earthquake risk in central Wellington, has been allowed to stay that way for up to six more years.
The long running project to… Audio
Calling Home: Grant 'Axe' Rawlinson in Singapore
This morning on Calling Home we talk to Grant Rawlinson. The Taranaki native lives with wife Stefanie and twin daughters Kate and Rachel. He's Calling Home this morning from Singapore. Audio, Gallery
