Blogs
Two-thirds of Kiwi graduates would choose a trade if starting again
April 20, 2026
A growing number of New Zealand graduates are reconsidering the value of a university degree, with new research showing many...
Think before you dig
April 17, 2026
Checking for underground services before you start upheaving the ground really matters. We all know that what’s beneath the ground...
Turning sunshine into energy security
April 14, 2026
Marlborough’s largest solar project is now feeding electricity into the local network, marking a practical step forward for the region’s...
The road ahead
April 14, 2026
National Infrastructure Plan sets a 30-year course for New Zealand construction Few issues are more central to New Zealand’s long-term...
Crane statistics lowest since 2016
April 14, 2026
The nation’s crane activity has fallen to its lowest level in a decade. New Zealand’s construction slowdown is now clearly...
Sector braces for Cyclone Vaianu
April 14, 2026
As Tropical Cyclone Vaianu tracks toward New Zealand, the focus is not only on immediate safety, but also on how...
Concreting over winter
April 14, 2026
Concrete may be one of the most reliable materials in construction, but winter conditions can quickly test even the best-laid...
The rise of modular construction
April 14, 2026
To tackle rising construction costs, modular construction is on the rise. Instead of building everything from scratch on one site,...
Boil water notices flow through nation
April 14, 2026
Boil water notices are rippling through the country, putting renewed focus on the state of freshwater infrastructure and the need...