Suggested priorities
We asked what issues should be prioritised in the review, and submitters most often called for greater clarity and consistency, better protection for at-risk building users, and clearer requirements aligned to risk.
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Certainty, clarity, and consistency
We asked whether the Building Code provides enough clarity and consistency to support confident, nationwide decision-making, and heard strong support for addressing regulatory gaps, confusing classifications, and misalignments with other legislation.
Keeping pace with new technologies and new fire challenges
We asked whether the Building Code is keeping up with new technologies and emerging fire risks, and heard mixed views, with strong support for addressing fire hazards from innovation but less agreement on the use of overseas products and mass timber.
Outcomes of the fire safety review
MBIE proposed key outcomes to improve clarity, consistency, and relevance in Building Code fire safety provisions. Over 80% of submitters supported these outcomes, with strong agreement on the need to minimise gaps and inconsistencies.
Executive summary
A summary of the feedback received during the public consultation on issues in the fire safety provisions in the Building Code in 2024.
Successful Horizon Europe Pillar 2 projects with New Zealand partners
MBIE is providing top-up funding to support these New Zealand research organisations participating in Horizon Europe Pillar 2 projects.
Further information on Horizon Europe for New Zealand entities
This page provides detailed information and guidance to address commonly asked questions about Horizon Europe participation for New Zealand researchers and organisations.
Ngā Umanga Whakapā ā-Whenua Horizon Europe – Māori Horizon Europe National Contact Point – Māori
He whai wāhitanga tō te tūnga NCP ki te whakapakari i ngā hononga i waenga i te Māori me te hōtaka rangahau me te auahatanga tino nui rawa atu o te Kotahitanga o Ūropi, ki te whai hua i ngā rawa ā-ao me te mākohakoha hei hāpai i ngā wawata Māori, me te tautoko i tā ngā kairangahau Māori āhei atu ki te mākohakoha rangahau me te auahatanga aowhānui mō ngā whakaarotau paetata.
Cluster 6: Food, bioeconomy, natural resources, agriculture and environment
Research and innovation to address the challenges of food security, the circular bioeconomy, and the sustainable management of natural resources.
Cluster 4: Digital, Industry and Space
Research and innovation to develop new digital, industrial, and space technologies to drive a more competitive, sustainable, and resilient economy.