Contractor vs Employee: The Gateway Test for Businesses

There is now a quicker way to confirm whether someone is genuinely a contractor, or if they should be classed as an employee...

How to win a dispute (and avoid them in the first place)

The difference between winning and losing a dispute usually comes down to three things, writes Ben Rickard. 

Cold comfort: Considerations for winter construction

Practical considerations for your site for when the temperature dips. 

Budget 2026: As NZGBC's Andrew Eagles sees it

Breaking down Budget 2026 for the building sector.

Building Amendment Bill to modernise building system introduced

Reforms designed to modernise outdated rules and reduce complexity in the building consent system are underway as Building Amendment Bill passes first reading in Parliament.

Setting the standards in commercial construction

Kiwis behind the best recent commercial construction projects have been recognised, with mind-blowing building projects taking out national awards.

Trade League: your chance to upskill this Aug & Sep

CARTERS TRADE LEAGUE IS COMING…..Don’t just show up - level up. This will be an event worth getting up for. Heading to selected CARTERS branches nationwide this August & September.

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Rising interest rates will hurt more than improving population growth helps

Kiwi economist Rodney Dickens shares his take on the rising interest rates and how population growth continues to be a driver of residential building growth.

What's new in power tools: A Tradie's Guide to 2026

Keep your power tools powered up for longer with maintenance tips, plus new innovations to keep your eyes on.

Make it an ACE (Asian Construction Expo) spring!

For everything you need to know about construction and property development in New Zealand, put Asian Construction Expo on your calendar for September.

CODEWORDS: Part 4A Breaches

Understanding your obligations under Part 4A of the Building Act 2004 - consumer rights and remedies in relation to residential building work.

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Big conversations, practical tools, fresh thinking

Trends shaping how we build and practical advice to make the best of the current climate – don't miss Constructive 2026.

Trade League: your chance to upskill this Aug & Sep

CARTERS TRADE LEAGUE IS COMING…..Don’t just show up - level up. This will be an event worth getting up for. Heading to selected CARTERS branches nationwide this August & September.

Building Amendment Bill to modernise building system introduced

Reforms designed to modernise outdated rules and reduce complexity in the building consent system are underway as Building Amendment Bill passes first reading in Parliament.

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