Changes to building regulations for minor variations and minor customisations
03 Oct 2024
From 30 September 2024, changes to building regulations have been enacted making it easier for homeowners, builders and designers to make si…
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Government announces new work programme to reform the building consent system
03 Oct 2024
The Government has announced a new programme of work to investigate significant reform of the building consent system in New Zealand. The ai…
Resolution of illegal mining case sees reparation to local community
03 Oct 2024
A diversion agreement over an illegal gold mining operation at Millers Flat, Otago has delivered a resolution that benefits all parties, inc…
Weather forecasting system review update
26 Sep 2024
The Government has agreed in-principle for work to commence on bringing together the significant capabilities and resources of the National…
Update to Language Assistance Services Telephone and Video procurement
23 Sep 2024
MBIE extends current language assistance services contract while procurement of a panel of providers continues.
Overseas Building Products Bill introduced
20 Sep 2024
Earlier this month, the Building (Overseas Building Products, Standards, and Certification Schemes) Amendment Bill (the Bill) was introduced…
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The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is seeking feedback on a range of options to increa…
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Increasing the use of remote inspections and Accredited Organisations: One-page summary of discussion document
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