STEEL BLUE PARTNERS WITH SWEET LOUIS FOR BREAST CANCER SUPPORT Leading safety boot manufacturer, Steel Blue, partnered with breast cancer support organisation, Sweet Louise, earlier this year and donated $10 for every pair of pink ladies fit boots sold in New Zealand. Mirroring its partnership with Breast Cancer Care WA in Australia which has seenContinue reading “Tickled pink….”
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MENTAL HEALTH…
Hato Hone St John, Site Safe mark construction industry partnership Mental Health Awareness Week 2022 marked a successful 18-month partnership delivering mental health first aid courses to the construction industry by Hato Hone St John and Site Safe NZ. Hato Hone St John Head of First Aid Training Simon Barnett says at the beginning ofContinue reading “MENTAL HEALTH…”
Taming the tide…
OPOTIKI CONCRETE COMPANY’S ROLE IN $100 MILLION PROJECT In October 2022, the final concrete hanbar was cast for Ōpōtiki’s new $100 million harbour entrance. These hanbars surround and protect the 400 metre long seawalls being built to provide year-round river access to Ōpōtiki town and wharf. Hanbars are heavy concrete structures which protect the harbour’s rock coreContinue reading “Taming the tide…”
THE WINNING WAY…
The evolution of construction tenders and bids – how to achieve best practice Winning contracts in the construction industry is becoming increasingly competitive. A formal procurement process is usually conducted by the government and private sector. Therefore, a compelling, best practice tender is a must for any company looking to secure contracts and a pipelineContinue reading “THE WINNING WAY…”
EDUCATION,CAREER SUPPORT…EDUCATION,
New partnership is Keystone Trust’s best advertisement Executives say that Keystone Trust alumni in critical roles across asset management, contract management and site engineering were the catalyst for Fulton Hogan to become the organisation’s newest sponsorship partner. Keystone Trust provides education and career support for students working towards qualifications in New Zealand’s property and constructionContinue reading “EDUCATION,CAREER SUPPORT…EDUCATION,”
PLANT POWER…
Kiwi plantscaping business and architecture practice win with Waitākere Ranges’ inspiration Hot on the tail of a Diamond Award win at the recent International Plantscaping Awards, Outside In has again won big on a global stage, this time alongside leading architecture practice Jasmax. The duo has been awarded the prestigious Diamond Award at the InternationalContinue reading “PLANT POWER…”
WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION
Dr Troy Coyle, HERA CEO Advocating, supporting industry change… In industries that are struggling to not only attract women to them, but then equally having to fight hard to retain them, it’s important not to shy away from the real issues. NZ Construction News has enlisted Dr Troy Coyle to tell it like it is… to shareContinue reading “WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION”
SPARKING ELECTRIFICATION…
A technological renaissance in mobile hydraulics market As vehicle electrification accelerates, the role of the hydraulic system is being more closely examined. Battery life is paramount in electrified architectures and hydraulics have traditionally been an energy taxing technology. Improvements in the hydraulic system is therefore key to enabling a longer battery life for electrified vehicles.Continue reading “SPARKING ELECTRIFICATION…”
ON THE ROAD AGAIN…
Dynapac is on a roll in New Zealand Sometimes it can be hard to know which roller best meets your needs. There are so many factors to consider, like the size of the job, the type of surface you’ll be working on, and how much you’re willing to spend. As Dynapac’s exclusive New Zealand distributor,Continue reading “ON THE ROAD AGAIN…”
POP THE CORKS…
Winners celebrated in night of success New Zealand Institute of Building showcase winners of the 2022 NZ Building Industry Awards – Darren Cutfield wins the GIB Supreme Award. The New Zealand Institute of Building (NZIOB) announced the winners of the 2022 New Zealand Building Industry Awards on Friday, 2 September at a spectacular gala eveningContinue reading “POP THE CORKS…”

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