Category: Regular Blogs

MATES’ Long Lap: Building Connection Across Construction Teams

Ben O’Connell / March 4, 2026

When MATES in Construction NZ heard from more than 2300 workers through the 2025 Industry Well-being Survey, supported by ASB,...

National infrastructure plan welcomed

Ben O’Connell / February 26, 2026

The industry has welcomed the Government’s 30-year infrastructure plan. The long-term strategy emphasises maintenance and nonpartisan thinking as it anticipates...

The skills the trades workforce needs

Ben O’Connell / February 23, 2026

The national construction workforce excels in technical skills but could improve in business management, planning, organising and leadership, a new...

NZGBC celebrates 20th anniversary

Ben O’Connell / February 20, 2026

The New Zealand Green Building Council has this week marked its 20th anniversary. Founded in 2006 by 31 members, NZGBC...

Fast floodwater a hidden urban danger

Ben O’Connell / February 17, 2026

Fast-moving floodwater dramatically increases the risk to urban pedestrians, new modelling has shown.  A Wellington case study showed that walking...

Electrical rule change to be reviewed

Ben O’Connell / February 16, 2026

Electrical inspectors say a rule change has increased the risk of people being electrocuted in homes and businesses.  The change...

Gas explosion hospitalises forklift driver

Ben O’Connell / February 14, 2026

WorkSafe is calling on all industries to follow through on controlling risks once they are identified after a gas explosion...

Construction sector leads sustainability charge

Jonathon Taylor / February 11, 2026

The construction sector has emerged as the biggest source of sustainability innovation in the 2025 Sustainable Business Awards. Despite ongoing...