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
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
New ZealandWhat lies beneath: Inside Auckland's Spaghetti WesternA quarter of the Waterview Connection twin tunnels are fitted with lights and a system to drop sheets of water to extinguish fires almost immediately.09 Jun 05:00 PM
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
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
New ZealandBuilder fined after worker's ladder fallA builder must pay a worker $48,000 after he fell from a ladder and suffered serious brain injuries.25 May 09:52 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
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
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
BDBDConstructionFulton Hogan boss resignsFulton Hogan managing director Nick Miller will leave after seven years in charge.19 May 04:47 AM
ConstructionProperty owner fined $30k for garageAn Onehunga property owner has been fined $30,000 for building a garage without a resource consent.18 May 03:16 AM
New ZealandFaulty tower: Auckland's $31m blow-outAuckland Council bought ASB Tower for $104 million after only carrying out a visual inspection.12 May 05:00 PM
ConstructionWynyard area abuzz as build hits full swingThe busiest two years of the 20-year Wynyard Quarter regeneration are now in full swing.03 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWater flows with growthMassive housing growth in northwest Auckland is coming with an $800 million bill for new and improved water services.25 Apr 05:00 PM
