With only a short time to go until the closure of the 2021 Resident Visa, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) encourages those who are eligible for the 2021 Resident Visa to submit their applications before the category closes at 11:59pm on July 31, 2022. INZ has received over 100,000 applications involving more than 200,000 people sinceContinue reading “More than 200,000 people apply for residence through 2021 Resident Visa”
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‘Neglecting the electing’ impacting health and safety
Despite statutory obligations that work site health and safety representatives be elected by their colleagues – which helps ensure better health and safety outcomes – the majority of safety reps who attend health and safety training appear to be appointed by their employers. Jason Braithwaite, general manager of New Zealand health and safety training providerContinue reading “‘Neglecting the electing’ impacting health and safety”
Remediating NZ’s old buildings a growing challenge
The history of any country is a vital part of its culture that should unquestionably be preserved for future generations.
Scaling new heights… Next six months to see spike in building material costs
While recent conversation has centred on house prices peaking, the construction costs for new homes are not expected to slow down any time soon. Following a higher than anticipated 16% increase in material costs over the last three months, building suppliers are estimating a further 12% increase in the cost of their materials over the next six months, according to the latest research from Eboss.
Aussie infrastructure positioned to meet 2030 benchmark
Autodesk, Australian Constructors Association, Consult Australia and the Infrastructure Sustainability Council have released a joint report to support industry in accelerating a net zero future through the design and construction of the infrastructure pipeline.
Clean and green gets the honour
Copenhill/Amager Bakke in Copenhagen, Denmark has been announced as the World Building of the Year 2021. The scheme is designed by B.I.G Architects and was selected from the ‘Production, Energy & Recycling’ category.
Fresh Choice for HiperFloor polished concrete finish
Youngman Richardson’s Scott McBreen, Husqvarna construction product manager for New Zealand, was recently called in to consult about a new Fresh Choice supermarket being developed on the grounds of Auckland’s Alexandra Park Trotting Club in Epsom.
Turning heads… Timber wall seismic testing produces “stunning” results
New research in construction is producing some interesting results that challenge tradition construction and building methods.
Concrete solution: Youngman Richardson given the green light
The recently completed Richmond Countdown supermarket is set to be the first of its type in New Zealand to be accredited by the internationally recognised Green Star rating system. Youngman Richardson were an important part of the construction process along with concrete contracting company Concrete Sealing & Grinding NZ.
Easysteel is your partner for success… The scale and capability to service any requirement across a nationwide network
Suppliers to the building, construction and infrastructure sector with “the world’s leading steel products, Easysteel is proud to be your trusted partner in New Zealand for over 95 years,” says Nicholas Wheadon, head of sales for Easysteel.
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