ConstructionFloor torn in $40m Pak'nSave constructionHalf the floor of one of New Zealand's biggest new supermarkets at a $40 million Tauranga scheme has been torn up and re-laid, the store's owner says.29 Jun 05:56 AM
ConstructionPlans for hundreds of apartments ditchedSome of the planned projects were badly located, too expensive or not what the market wanted.28 Jun 09:40 PM
ConstructionYou can stay profitable with sustainable optionCompact, liveable cities can be the most efficient places for people to live, writes Helen Twose.27 Jun 09:00 PM
OpinionBernard HickeyTime to bring it on, NationalCOMMENT: The Government's actions have been begrudging, delayed and lacking conviction.25 Jun 05:00 PM
ConstructionChina option to speed infrastructureLocal government's infrastructure-building monopoly could be removed and Chinese contractors could take the lead.24 Jun 05:00 PM
ConstructionAgency idea puzzles top officialA top Auckland Council official has questioned whether a new Auckland urban development authority is needed.23 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionPenny Hulse: Industry needs to move over house build delayCOMMENT: So why are the houses that we so desperately need not being built? In my view, the supply of land is not the main problem.20 Jun 05:00 PM
ConstructionProperty leader backs idea of development authorityThe prospect of a powerful new Auckland urban development authority has been welcomed by a real estate industry leader.20 Jun 05:00 PM
ConstructionKey flags China options for cityJohn Key is allowing companies - including from China - to fund and build some of Auckland's infrastructure.19 Jun 09:20 PM
ConstructionPM floats urban development authorityPrime Minister John Key has floated the idea of a powerful new agency to oversee major building projects.19 Jun 08:30 PM
BDBDConstructionFletcher signs $130m housing deal with CrownFletcher Building's residential division has signed a deal with the government to build 196 homes on Crown land.16 Jun 11:20 PM
BDBDConstructionConstruction pushes higher NZ growthNew Zealand's economy has grown at a faster pace than expected in the first quarter of 2016.15 Jun 11:15 PM
ConstructionArrive on time? Listen to advice?A builder who wrote a funny and directly worded job advertisement seeking a reliable employee has found his man.15 Jun 05:00 PM
ConstructionBoss reserves judgment on bypass steelDeficiencies have been discovered in some Chinese steel imported for the new $458 million Huntly bypass, says a contracting chief.14 Jun 05:00 PM
ConstructionKiwiRail in hot water with unionKiwirail is accused of breaching a collective agreement with the Rail and Maritime Union.14 Jun 01:35 AM
ConstructionApartment owners launch $60m claimThe owners of apartments in a multi-storey leaky block have launched a $60 million claim against the council and other bodies.12 Jun 07:33 AM
ConstructionLeaky school dispute tips builder into liquidationA dispute between a Tauranga builder and the Ministry of Education over school weathertightness issues tipped the builder into liquidation, an official report says.08 Jun 11:38 PM
ConstructionCulhams ready for SkyCity contractA Whangarei steel company is thrilled at winning a Convention Centre steel contract, which has already started providing new jobs for Northlanders, with more on the way.08 Jun 09:32 PM
ConstructionScam hits builders' invoicesAt least three people have lost more than $25,000 in a "highly sophisticated" scam targeting the building industry.08 Jun 05:00 PM
ConstructionSteel firm defends US partner in convention centre buildCentre build to create jobs and training opportunities for Kiwi workers.08 Jun 12:11 AM
ConstructionRevealed: New skyscraper for AucklandThe Herald can reveal detailed plans for "Customs Residential" - a 50-storey building in the heart of the CBD.05 Jun 02:47 AM
OpinionBernard HickeyCity of cranes has a boom that's a bustCOMMENT: Auckland feels like a boom town. Its shortage of houses, hotels, roads, schoolrooms and tradies dominates the conversations.04 Jun 05:00 PM
BDBDConstructionNZ building activity grows in MarchNZbuilding activity grew for a fifth quarter in the March period as Auckland dominated construction for both residential and commercial construction.03 Jun 01:00 AM
BDBDConstructionConstruction leading uptick in confidenceNew Zealand firms grew more confident about the state of the local economy for the third month in a row, with gains most evident in construction.31 May 05:00 PM
BDBDConstructionBuilding consents up in AprilNew Zealand residential building consents climbed 6.6 percent in April as new housing intentions climbed at their fastest monthly pace in eight years.31 May 12:00 AM
BDBDConstructionAWF Madison earnings fall 3.7pcOne-off restructuring costs contributed materially to AWF Madison reporting a "disappointing" $5.2 million profit.25 May 10:15 PM
ConstructionDodgy imports plague NZ building sitesDodgy imported products are being found on building sites across Auckland, including electrical wiring, toughened safety glass shower doors and roofing tiles.24 May 05:00 PM
EditorialEditorial: Labour's bond proposal makes senseThe Labour Party surprised many people last week by advocating the complete abolition of boundaries on urban expansion.22 May 07:13 PM
ConstructionAuckland: City of cranesA record number of cranes have transformed the Auckland skyline, illustrating the city¹s multi-billion dollar upswing in construction.22 May 09:04 AM
OpinionBernard HickeyBernard Hickey: Let them build, using bondsCOMMENT: If council issued infrastructure bonds and tied them to rates targeted to residents of developments it could kill a couple of birds with one stone.21 May 05:00 PM
OpinionHerald on Sunday editorial: Cranes are bracing the city for big changeConstruction cranes are not often objects of pictorial celebration but they should be.21 May 05:00 PM
BDBDConstructionFulton Hogan boss resignsFulton Hogan managing director Nick Miller will leave after seven years in charge.19 May 04:47 AM
