Archived News and Media Releases
7 September 2016
Use licensed people for restricted building work
Why you need licensed people
We all want warm, dry and safe homes that are built to last.
Building rules help you build it right – protecting you and your home now and when you come to sell it. As the homeowner, some of these rules affect the choices you make.
29 July 2016
New publication - AS/NZS 2754.1:2016 - Adhesives for timber and timber products - Part 1: Adhesives for manufacture of plywood and laminated veneer lumber (LVL)
Provides the specifications for adhesives suitable for use in the plywood and laminated veneer lumber (LVL) manufacturing industry. It incorporates the technical content of AS 2754.1-1985. It also includes non-formaldehyde-based adhesives for use in non-structural, interior applications.
28 July 2016
Crisis in New Zealand log supply
New Zealand wood processing leaders held a hui with senior government officials and political leaders in Whangarei yesterday to assess the acute log supply shortage to local mills in Northland.
13 July 2016
It’s important that reliable and resilient fire design features are used in the design of tall buildings. This advisory highlights the specific considerations for designing tall buildings to achieve the fire safety performance requirements of the Building Code.
13 July 2016
A new practice advisory explains the need for early site investigation, as a key element in controlling the costs of a project and delivering good building performance.
9 May 2016
Proposed ban on retrofitting foil insulation into residential buildings.
The Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment is beginning consultation on a proposal to issue a ban, under section 26 of the Building Act, which will prevent people retrofitting residential buildings with foil insulation.
9 May 2016
NZS 4246:2016 Energy efficiency – Installing bulk thermal insulation in residential buildings provides guidance for the correct installation of quality insulation products by installers and consumers to achieve the intended thermal performance in buildings without compromising the durability and safety of insulation or building elements and the health and safety of installers and building occupants.
28 April 2016
Thursday April 28 is World Day for Safety and Health at Work (aka ‘Worker’s Memorial Day’).
8 April 2016
A third company has this week agreed to stop selling some steel mesh products amid concerns they might not comply with the Australia/New Zealand Standard (AS/NZ 4671:2001).
4 April 2016
Protecting the Inspectors
The number of builders offering residential inspection services has grown dramatically. Before heading down this path, it’s critical to understand your obligations or you could end up in serious litigation.