November 2025
Turning the Corner: Signs of Recovery Across the Construction Sector
Bouncing Back? After months of bad news and stalled growth, construction leaders say the industry is slowly beginning to turn. With fast-track reform, infrastructure funding, and easing finance costs taking effect, confidence is returning and the outlook for 2026 looks brighter. So, what factors made the difference and what can we expect in the year ahead? Read more here.
FEATURED PRODUCTS
Building on Strong Foundations
For almost 50 years, Higgins Concrete has helped shape New Zealand’s environment with high-performance concrete mixes for construction and civil projects nationwide. Learn more here.
Building Excellence On Display
The 2025 Master Builders House of the Year awards honour the nation’s finest homes and craftsmanship, showcasing the skill, innovation, and pride that define New Zealand building. Learn more about the outstanding list of finalists… here.
PSP ClearVue – The Premium Alternative to Glass Roofing
ClearVue’s flat-panel roofing system delivers the look of glass without the weight or cost. Learn how the Branz-appraised ClearVue combines beauty, strength, and low maintenance… here.
Lighting Reimagined for a Circular Future
Signify’s MyCreations range combines 3D-printed design freedom with circular-economy principles, transforming how lighting is made, used, and reused. Learn more here.
Built to Last — Triboard TGV from Juken New Zealand
Juken’s Triboard TGV is built for impact — a strong, smooth wall lining that outperforms plasterboard in strength, versatility, and ease of installation. Learn more here.
Engineered for Endurance
When the world’s tallest stone-clad tower demanded a lighter, stronger solution, LATICRETE delivered a façade system that redefined performance. Learn more here.
Keeping Builds on Track with Masons UNI Flexible Air Barrier System
Delays cost time and money. Masons UNI Flexible Air Barrier System keeps projects moving with proven UV and weather protection — even when cladding is delayed. Learn more here.
Timber Look. Aluminium Performance.
Where the warmth of timber meets the strength of aluminium, Covet Global defines timber-look aluminium cladding systems as both form and function, crafted to endure and designed to inspire.
Dave – The One Operator That Rules Them All
There’s a new commercial door operator that’s redefining simplicity… named ‘Dave’. Lightweight, powerful, and built for effortless installation, discover why installers are calling Dave a game-changer here.
CASE STUDIES
Coastal Cladding
A new Orewa development highlights how Hardie™ fibre cement cladding meets coastal durability and design demands. See how ExoTec™ and Oblique™ achieve lasting, low-maintenance style — learn more here.
Stay informed with the latest industry developments, both locally and overseas.
Stay informed with the latest industry developments, both locally and overseas.