September 2025

Proportionate Liability: Fairer Rules or a Long Wait for Change?
The Government has launched the most significant overhaul of the building system in two decades, promising to rebalance liability and speed up consents. At the heart of the reforms is a shift from joint-and-several liability — where councils and ratepayers often end up footing the bill for defective work — to proportionate liability, where each party is responsible only for its own share of fault.
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NatureConnect Skylight: bringing daylight to every space
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Cover Styl Exterior: durable films for modern facades
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A Builder’s Experience with Triboard TGV: Strength and Efficiency for New Zealand’s Earthquake-Prone Areas
South Island builder Tim Pearson chose Triboard TGV for his own home, citing durability and speed of installation in quake-prone conditions. Discover how Triboard delivers both strength and efficiency.
Japan-meets-Scandinavia in this Stunning Kaikoura Home
A Kaikōura family rebuilt after the earthquake with a Japandi-inspired home that blends durability, light, and modern design. Discover how Hardie fibre cement products made it possible here.
GIB® Plasterboard Shaping Christchurch Stadium Build
GIB® plasterboard is at the core of Christchurch’s new One New Zealand Stadium, combining durability, fire protection, and weather resistance. Learn how GIB® systems are shaping this landmark build.
Cupolex Ecodome: engineered formwork for high-performance slabs
Cupolex Ecodome replaces polystyrene waffle pods with a greener formwork system made from 100% recycled plastic. Learn how it’s speeding up sustainable foundation design.
Cemintel Territory: fibre cement cladding for tough environments
Cemintel Territory delivers durable, sustainable fibre cement cladding that outperforms timber, metal, and brick veneer. Find out why this modern solution is redefining façades in New Zealand here.

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