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Some early OCR hikes should be viewed as a good thing
After another Official Cash Rate hike, Kiwi Economist Rodney Dickens shares his thoughts.
1 October 2026 -
Employment Law Shake-Up
Significant changes to employment law are likely to have important implications for businesses that rely on effective project delivery, workforce planning, and the retention of key leadership talent, writes commercial lawyer Andrew Skinner.
1 October 2026 -
Supervision: Getting it right as an LBP
Licensed Building Practitioners who supervise building work are responsible for its quality and compliance. This article explains supervision requirements, accountability, and how to provide effective oversight.
15 September 2026 -
Plumbing and drainlaying self-certification: What designers need to know
A new self-certification for plumbing and drainlaying scheme is now open. Designers need to understand what work is eligible and how it should be documented in building consent applications.
9 September 2026
Some early OCR hikes should be viewed as a good thing
After another Official Cash Rate hike, Kiwi Economist Rodney Dickens shares his thoughts.
Employment Law Shake-Up
Significant changes to employment law are likely to have important implications for businesses that rely on effective project delivery, workforce planning, and the retention of key leadership talent, writes commercial lawyer Andrew Skinner.
Supervision: Getting it right as an LBP
Licensed Building Practitioners who supervise building work are responsible for its quality and compliance. This article explains supervision requirements, accountability, and how to provide effective oversight.
Plumbing and drainlaying self-certification: What designers need to know
A new self-certification for plumbing and drainlaying scheme is now open. Designers need to understand what work is eligible and how it should be documented in building consent applications.
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Making progress on mental health
Working – and wheelbarrowing – for better mental health, MATES in Construction is keeping the wellbeing conversation moving.
1 October 2026 -
WorkSafe assessments to check site height risks
Residential site assessments will focus on how businesses are managing critical health and safety risks this spring.
15 September 2026 -
Regional apprentices shine!
The regional results are in! The future of Kiwi construction is looking bright, with the talent on display across the regions.
10 September 2026
Making progress on mental health
Working – and wheelbarrowing – for better mental health, MATES in Construction is keeping the wellbeing conversation moving.
WorkSafe assessments to check site height risks
Residential site assessments will focus on how businesses are managing critical health and safety risks this spring.
Regional apprentices shine!
The regional results are in! The future of Kiwi construction is looking bright, with the talent on display across the regions.
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