Construction

Some material cost falls and supply chain shortages easing has helped inflation to get back to pre-pandemic levels, QV CostBuilder says.

The Commerce Commission intends to file legal proceedings against Fletcher Building subsidiary Winstone Wallboards.

Asbestos found in concrete earmarked for recycling in Taupō has raised questions about the viability of concrete recycling across the country.

The Health New Zealand report also shows the bill to fix failing pipes, ancient wiring and other problems at ageing public hospitals is likely to be hundreds of millions of dollars. Audio

70 percent of local business believe industry conditions will continue to decline over the next 12 months. Audio

A Canterbury town's makeover is due to begin this year, eight years after the plans were first adopted.

Bishop Michael Gielen has announced the name of Christchurch's new Catholic cathedral.

Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei will redevelop the contested downtown carpark into a 56-storey skyscraper with areas for retail and eateries.

Reports say the company could be selling half of its land bank - worth about $1 billion - to a developer.

Industry experts are asking the building minister to consider what they say is an affordable way to prevent new homes overheating.

Degrees that can be completed in the workplace as an apprenticeship instead of in a lecture hall are in the pipeline.

The Building Minister is looking to change insulation standards because of costs, but Certified Builders says the price is already relatively low.

Reducing insulation standards could lead to more - and more affordable - houses being built, he says. Most experts advise against it. Audio

Opinion - Simply reducing red tape won't fix the deeper problems, work health and safety experts say.

Nelson City Council has recommended changes for a hearing panel to consider later this year.