Construction
Cost of building new homes drops for the first time in years
The cost to build a new house has dropped for the first time in more than a decade, according to a new report.
The Panel with Georgie Stylianou and Martin Cocker (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Georgie Stylianou and Martin Cocker discuss remote building inspections becoming the norm and the history of New Zealand ads. Audio
Government removes size rules for apartments in housing fix
The government is promising to fix the housing crisis by flooding the market with affordable homes and driving down prices. They're calling it an ambitious agenda with six key changes including… Audio
Developer warns scrapping size rules risks tiny apartments
A property developer says a move to scrap size rules for apartments would run the risk of unbearably small houses becoming the new affordable. The government has announced new housing policies that… Audio
'Not NIMBYism' - Neighbours upset over new retirement village
A new retirement village in Mount Maunganui is upsetting neighbours and drawing attention to fast-tracking legislation.
The fall of DIY and how Helping Hands can teach those skills
Every couple of weeks or so we check in with builder Stan Scott to talk DIY projects they have on the go. But at the other end of the spectrum the art of DIY looks like it's on the out for younger… Audio
Tiny home enthusiasts back rule change on granny flats
Excitement is building among tiny home fans and builders ahead of an overhaul of the rules.
Lobby group fears Auckland CBD will lose 2000 car parks
Auckland Council's decision to sell a downtown car parking building will kill retail businesses and hollow out the CBD, a lobby group says. Audio
Fletcher Building criticises 'crude' attempt to deflect blame for pipe failures
Fletcher Building stands by its view that installation errors caused Iplex pipe failures in Perth.
Marae need more certainty in earthquake-prone regulation review
A Massey University professor is calling on the Government to give greater certainty for marae in its review of earthquake-prone building regulations. Morning Report producer Emma Ricketts has more. Audio
Building cost inflation plummets to four-year low
Multiple reasons, like lower material costs, fewer supply chain disruptions, and a slowing construction sector, are behind this.
Precinct Properties spreads wings into building of high density accommodation
The NZX listed property developer is making a big push into residential developments in Auckland.
King's Service Medal recipient almost deleted email
Katareina Kaiwai thought it was a prank, but it was an award for her services to women and the civil construction industry.
DIY tips and hints
This week builder Stan Scott joins Jesse to help with any handy hints for projects people might be undertaking at home. If you have a question or need a hand with something you're up to please text… Audio
Construction industry leaders plead for acceleration of infrastructure projects
Labour leader Chris Hipkins revealed a letter from the industry leaders in Parliament on Wednesday.
Wellington cafe to close due to 'never-ending' construction
An inner-city Wellington cafe says it's being forced to close its doors by the council's never-ending construction work on the central library and the Town Hall. The cafe's co-founder Rhys Kaan spoke… Audio
Building standards stuck in the 1960s, industry told
The building industry has been told that New Zealand's building code is designed for a climate that no longer exists.
Commission pushes on for taller buildings in Mt Maunganui
Six-storey buildings could be permitted after the recommendations of an independent hearing panel were rejected.
New scheme aims to keep leftover building materials out of landfill
The timber, mesh and bricks would usually be sent to the dump, but is now being made available for home DIY jobs.
DIY with Stan Scott
Builder Stan Scott's back today to help with some handy hints and tips for your DIY projects or repairs around the house. If you have any questions for Stan please text 2101 or email jesse@rnz.co.nz. Audio
