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Auckland light rail route announced
An extended underground light rail route will be built in Auckland.
The Government has announced the supercity's light rail project will run under the city from Wynyard Quarter to Mt Roskill, before… Audio
'Diabolical' prices, inflation leaves working professionals out of pocket
The new record inflation figures come as no shock to many, with rising housing, fuel and construction costs putting the pinch on even those with means.
Record consents for new homes but builders warn of delays
Despite a record number of consents for new homes being issued last year, builders say construction could still be delayed due to a lack of workers and materials.
There were 48,522 homes consented in… Audio
Construction minister keen to see record housing consents continue
Minister for Building and Construction Poto Williams said more houses were being built than any government since the 1970s, with consent numbers having "more than tripled in the last decade".
Fears for Mangawhai sandspit over seabed sand mining at Pakiri - council
Pakiri sea floor sand has played a major role in Auckland's construction scene.
Tunnel from Mt Eden to Auckland CBD complete in rail project
Construction of Auckland's City Rail Link came one step closer to completion today, with a tunnel now dug from Mount Eden to the CBD.
DIY with Stan Scott
If you're looking for some tips to improve your place for any upcoming festivities, builder Stan Scott has some tips and tricks to share with you for any DIY jobs you're planning on. Audio
Christchurch Convention Centre opens today
After lengthy construction and Covid-19 delays, a centrepiece in Christchurch's earthquake rebuild will finally open its doors today. The $475 million convention centre called Te Pae is already booked… Audio
Structural engineers want stronger penalties for errors within industry
Structural engineers want the fines for substandard designing boosted, warning that poor buildings are still slipping through.
The Panel with Anna Dean and Andrew Hoggard (Part 1)
Panellists Anna Dean and Andrew Hoggard discuss to Covid-19 'traffic lights' and rising building costs. Audio
Inquiry finds structural engineer negligent but not incompetent
A major Masterton building owner is furious at the outcome of a five-year-long inquiry into a structural engineer signing off on flawed earthquake designs. Audio
Inquiry finds engineer negligent but not incompetent
A Masterton building owner is furious at the outcome of a five-year-long inquiry into a structural engineer who approved designs for buildings that were prone to earthquakes.
Engineering New Zealand… Audio
Kenepuru Sound residents finally get road access back
Residents in Kenepuru Sound can finally get in and out by road, more than four months after the damaging July storm.
Full repairs so that visitors can also use the road again are expected to take up… Audio
Innovation needed in construction industry - report
The construction industry future is looking bright but crying out for innovation and investment, according to the National Construction Pipeline Report just out.
It forecasts over a quarter of a… Audio
265,000 new dwellings in pipeline over next five years - MBIE report
Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment's National Construction Pipeline Report forecast 265,000 new dwellings would be consented between now and December 2026.
CDL Land planning residential development on 70ha in Havelock North
The company obtained Overseas Investment Office approval to buy the 69.4 hectares of land from the Lowe family, earlier this month, for an undisclosed price.
High-density housing: Select committee recommends more outdoor space
Property developers will also have to provide more glazing under suggested changes to the government's bill on high density housing.
NZ Architecture Awards: Kohanga reo design recognised
Architect Michael O'Sullivan speaks to Jesse about his award-winning design of a kohanga reo in Ōtautahi, Christchurch Audio, Gallery
Hospital projects delayed over fire designs
Vital hospital building projects in Auckland are being delayed for months by questions over fire designs - and especially the safe evacuation of smoke-filled rooms.
Stroke, rehabilitation and baby… Audio
Building Code changes for roof insulation on new houses
Officials say the new requirements will reduce the energy needed to heat homes by up to 40 percent.
