BDBDConstructionLeaky homes class action loses bid to protect latecomers to lawsuitA lawsuit against building products maker James Hardie Industries has lost its bid to let potential plaintiffs join after a Dec. 31 cut-off date.08 Dec 08:00 PM
ConstructionWork on new hotel in CBD resumesWork on Auckland's most upmarket new hotel has resumed after the main Korean contractor left, scaffolding was dismantled and the job which started two years ago lay idle for months.06 Dec 04:00 PM
ConstructionShoddy work: Notices issued to fix buildingA $50 million-plus housing project at Albany identified as the site of a shoddy-building video has been issued with four notices by Auckland Council to fix work.03 Dec 09:09 AM
ConstructionFletcher quarry plan: Residents go to courtOne of New Zealand's largest builders releases new details of huge push into Auckland housing, as residents vow to take legal action.01 Dec 11:15 PM
ConstructionChristchurch rebuild programme 'unachievable'The report gave the programme a red rating, and said it was highly likely to need more money.30 Nov 10:08 PM
ConstructionLeaky school fight goes to Supreme CourtThe Supreme Court will decide whether or not parts of the Ministry of Education's lawsuit against Carter Holt Harvey can proceed.30 Nov 04:26 AM
ConstructionWhat will happen in your backyard?INTERACTIVE: Confidential maps show a big squeeze in some of Auckland's poshest and poorest streets.26 Nov 09:43 PM
ConstructionRelief for homeowners in reformsHomeowners will probably be able to build a fence, carport or more without the need for a resource consent under major reforms to planning laws.26 Nov 04:00 PM
ConstructionAuckland builders desperate for workersAuckland builders are recruiting foreigners to beat a desperate shortage of skilled labour which threatens to undermine house-building targets.25 Nov 04:00 PM
ConstructionTower rising above net threatInternet shopping's power has not hurt NZX-listed Precinct Properties' ambitious plans for its $550 million, 38-level Downtown tower.18 Nov 09:00 PM
ConstructionNZ's $550m skyscraper ready for actionDevelopers of Auckland's tallest and most striking new office tower have told investors that plans are advancing well.17 Nov 09:18 PM
ConstructionFletcher shareholders get chipper outlookFletcher Building shareholders have been given a rosy outlook at their annual meeting today, with strong conditions in the construction market tipped to continue.16 Nov 10:06 PM
ConstructionHousing protestors greet Fletcher's AGMProtestors are gathered outside Fletcher Building's annual meeting, opposing its housing plans for the Ihumatao area near Auckland International Airport.16 Nov 09:55 PM
AirlinesNZ market opens downNegative impact on world markets following Paris terrorists attacks is tipped to be short-lived.15 Nov 10:00 PM
ConstructionFrom school to family padA woman's nine-year labour of love has transformed an old rural school into a sports fanatic's dream home.14 Nov 04:00 PM
ConstructionControversial land swap approvedA controversial land swap for a housing project at Three Kings Quarry has been approved by Auckland councillors today.12 Nov 12:07 AM
ConstructionCrane activity crowds city skylineAuckland has 33 cranes dotting its skyline, with the construction sector in full swing.04 Nov 04:00 PM
ConstructionGovt wants review of urban planningThe Government has set its sights on New Zealand cities' urban planning rules as part of its drive to improve housing affordability.02 Nov 03:33 AM
ConstructionSafety delays hit Auckland housing projectFire safety issues have stopped construction on the first 20 terraced homes at Auckland's biggest affordable housing project.01 Nov 04:00 PM
ConstructionConvention centre ready to break groundWork is about to start on the NZ International Convention Centre, ready for a 2019 completion of the project which will include a 300-room five-star hotel.27 Oct 04:30 PM
ConstructionFletcher wins $477m SkyCity contractBuilding project announced to take 38 months.26 Oct 08:23 PM
ConstructionHeritage protection to be slashedEntire suburbs have no heritage protection, leaving them open for demolition.18 Oct 04:00 PM
ConstructionShoddy build: $50m project in videoDeveloper admits his $50 million-plus housing project at Albany is the site of a video highlighting shoddy building practices.16 Oct 04:00 PM
ConstructionLeaky home owners apply to court for class actionMore than 500 owners of leaky homes have come forward to explore whether they can be part of a claim against James Hardie.16 Oct 04:00 AM
ConstructionShoddy work: investors get out$50 million-plus housing project in Auckland has been identified by a property investor as the site of shoddy building.15 Oct 11:25 PM
ConstructionCouncil silent on shoddy projectAuckland Council is refusing to divulge details about a shoddy housing development that the Master Builders Association says deliberately flouts the law.13 Oct 04:00 PM
ConstructionFactory of dreams churns out homesIn Lego-style but on a giant scale, 10 housing components are almost finished at the city's only high-rise house factory.09 Oct 04:00 PM
ConstructionIncrease in Auckland building consentsBuilding and Housing Minister Nick Smith has welcomed data showing building consents in Auckland are at an eight-year high.30 Sep 02:28 AM
BDBDConstructionBuilding consents fall in AugustResidential building consents fell 4.9pc in August as the Canterbury rebuild shifts its focus toward commercial work.29 Sep 10:40 PM
ConstructionCouncil crackdown on shoddy buildingConcern about shoddy building work in Auckland has prompted the appointment of a full-time council investigator to lay complaints with professional licensing bodies.23 Sep 05:00 PM
ConstructionSelf-certification seen as bad ideaA proposal for builders to give themselves the green light could leave the door open for a repeat of the leaky housing crisis, construction industry experts say.22 Sep 05:00 PM
