NZCB InHouse April May 2019

The official magazine of New Zealand Certified Builders Association

How do NZCB Building Contracts Compare to Others?

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Contents FROM NZCB

NEWS BITES

SUCCESSion Planning Notice of Annual General Meeting Future Focussed When is Work Defective? Halo Must Do’s Contract Works Insurance Advertising Spending NZCB Invoices and Statements Changes to the Building Act Revere Volume Two. It’s on Its Way! NZCB Farewells Millie NZCB and Noel Leeming Understanding Deposits Blenheim ‘Full Court Press’

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AROUND THE REGIONS BUILDit Tauranga Expo & LBP Workshops 2019 Another Successful Charity Golf Day Rain Doesn’t Dampen Golf Day Success NZCB Taupo Donates to Coastguard & AST Trust Great Times in the Waikato Golf Day Raises Over $10,000 for Charity Huge Turnout at Practitioners Day Busy Times in the South Healthy Future Ahead Industry Events Calendar

IN THE KNOW

TECH TIPS

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Moving Photos to the Cloud

Having No Employment Agreement Is an Infringement Offence

Collaborative Approach

GIB Weatherline® Rigid Air Barrier System Onsite Overheads vs Offsite Overheads Selecting a Balustrade System Sustainability Engineer Scoops NZ Green Leadership Award Look After Number One

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MiTek Posi-STRUT Discovers Inner Space

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ITAB Apprentice Completions

HEALTH AND SAFETY Managing Noise in the Workplace Monitoring for Health

21st Annual NZCB AGM Conference & Expo

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NEXT GENERATION NZCB Apprentice Challenge Regional Competitions More Change Imminent

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IN THE MEDIA

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InHouse is the official bi-monthly magazine of New Zealand Certified Builders Association. We’re always on the lookout for interesting stories or build projects that NZCB members have been a part of! To share your story with us please contact Linda. Alternatively, if you are interested in advertising in the InHouse magazine, we have a range of opportunities available to suit every budget. Linda Moody INHOUSE EDITOR linda@nzcb.nz | 07 557 9214

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FROM NZCB

Brent Chatterton NZCB Board Member

SUCCESSion Planning As a Board Member we always need to look to the future. One aspect of this is ensuring we have passionate representatives on the Board as we move forward. Those who focus on the bigger picture, and whose primary goal is to be part of a team whose work benefits the organisation and its members.

Whilst this is not a position for those seeking individual gain, by default you will grow and develop a lot as an individual and as a business owner.

are also constantly reviewed and one major change was reducing the Board size whilst still retaining a good grasp on our membership and what was happening in their regions nationwide. There are always a lot of project on the go and it’s encouraging to know that you DO make changes. Not for the sake of change but for good reason and good reasoning. Being a part of team that fairly represents all our membership allows an opportunity to be part of positive change. There is a degree of trepidation going into any new role but the tools and support are there to develop you as a Board member and as a leader. Skills that are readily transferable to your own business and to many other roles that may arise over time.

“Pride and success are things we all strive for and being able to be part of a team helping to protect and raise the integrity of the building industry is something that I am immensely proud of.”

Passion for building and the building industry was, and still is, my main driver. Having opportunities to be the voice of the members at meetings and events that matter was incredibly rewarding. Pride and success are things we all strive for and being able to be part of a team helping to protect and raise the integrity of the building industry is something that I am immensely proud of.

As a Board member I have had the privilege of meeting inspirational people along this journey whose passion and knowledge can only inspire us further to achieve even more. The role also enables you to witness first-hand how other businesses and organisations are run and learn from that. It provides an insight and opportunity to try to install that professionalism into your own company.

This includes the review of our guarantee provider and ultimately changing to one we considered better for our members. Helping secure the Association’s financial future through construction of our own building was another big goal achieved by the Board. Efficiencies

Whilst trying not to sound too like a sales spiel, the success of this organisation depends upon those team players who can step into these leadership roles. Have a chat with myself, or any of the current or past Board members.

So, if you have the passion for the building industry, and NZCB, and you are keen for an opportunity to grow further perhaps you should consider representing our members on the Board. As I step down after seven years on the Board (two as Chairman), I have reflected on what drives me and what I took out of it. Something that might resonate with others.

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Notice of Annual General Meeting Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of New Zealand Certified Builders Association Incorporated will be held on Friday 14th June 2019 commencing at 8:00am in the James Hay Theatre, Christchurch Town Hall, 86 Kilmore Street, Christchurch Central. Agenda 1. Welcome and Apologies 2. Minutes from last Annual General Meeting 25th May 2018 3. Chairman’s Report 4. Chief Executive’s Report 5. Presentation of the Annual Financial Report for the year 2018 6. Announcement of Directors of Board 7. Special Business (if applicable) 8. General Business (see below) Following the format of last year, the Board requests that all items which members may wish to raise/discuss during the Annual General Meeting, be firstly submitted no later than one week prior to the AGM. This will allow sufficient time for research for these questions, thus making sure that the responses from the Board to the topics raised, are provided in a full and efficient manner. Any items for discussion should be submitted in writing, no later than 5pm on Thursday 6th June 2019, to: Kevin Sceats – Chairperson kevin.sceats@nzcb.nz Please note the earlier start time of the Annual General Meeting. It is expected that the AGM will finish no later than 10am, to allow for the timely start of the 2019 Conference and related events.

Kevin Sceats Chairperson NZCB Board

FROM NZCB

Grant Florence Chief Executive

Future Focussed AGM and Conference The 2019 AGM and Annual Conference for NZCB is due to be held in Christchurch on the 14–15th June. This year’s event will be at the newly restored Christchurch Town Hall, which from all accounts from our Canterbury members is a very impressive venue. For those of you who have already registered to come – a big welcome! For those members who are still thinking about registering for the event – I encourage you to make the decision now to join us for the AGM and Conference. We have a full line up of speakers, workshops and some social networking times, and have again received fantastic support from our supplier partners. The theme of the Conference is around “technology into the future”. The Hon Jenny Salesa, the Minister for Building and Construction, has agreed to attend and open the Conference. As in the past, the finals of the NZCB Apprentice Challenge will be held, and the Great Apprentice Race will provide an additional challenge and a bit of fun. I can’t promise catapults and wooden bikes this year, but I am sure Nick Matthews and Shane Ririnui have planned another great surprise.

NZCB Board Elections At the time of writing this piece, we are nearing the end of the voting period for the two member director positions available (by rotation) on the NZCB Board. Thanks to Ian Chamberlain, David Whitehead and Mike Hayward for allowing their nominations to be put forward toward this important decision on the leadership of the Association. Good luck to each of you.

Building System Legislation Reforms One of the bigger pieces of news for the building and construction sector over the last little while was the release by Government/MBIE of a discussion paper relating to a significant reform of legislation as it relates to building and construction. The reforms are stated as being the most far reaching changes since the Building Act was introduced in 2004 and have the objective of delivering safe, and durable buildings, a high performing sector and an efficient regulatory system. The reforms are targeted at fivekey areas: • Building products and methods • Occupational regulation (e.g. Licensing) • Risk and liability • Building levy • Offences, penalties and public notification

This discussion paper follows several building industries focussed workshops conducted by MBIE over 2016 on these topics. Between Jason McClintock (Group Technical Manager) and myself we attended all these workshops to contribute the views and opinions of members of New Zealand Certified Builders Association on the issues discussed. NZCB will of course be making full submissions on all the proposals. If you have any views or opinions on what NZCB should be including in our submission – I would welcome your feedback. Drop us a line at buildingreforms@nzcb.nz I suspect it will take some time for the submissions to be refined, for the Minister to then consider these and then take to Cabinet to then proceed through the law making process. It could be as long as between two and five years for some of the changes to be realised. The detail of the changes can be found at www.mbie. govt.nz/building-reform, with submissions closing on Sunday 16th June at 5.00pm. Submission from all parties are encouraged and one way to do this is to complete the online survey at www.mbie.govt.nz/building-reform Short descriptions of some (but not all) of the proposed changes are: • Require product manufacturers and suppliers to supply information about their building products • Clarify responsibilities of manufacturers, suppliers, designers and builders for building products • Strengthen the framework for product certification for building products • Broaden the definition of RBW to include more complex non residential (e.g. commercial) building work • Raise the competence standards for LBP’s to enter and remain in the LBP scheme – including introducing a tiered licensing system for LBP’s to establish a progression pathway, including a specific license for supervision. (For those of you who were building at the time of the introduction of licensing – this sounds all too familiar) • Require that guarantees or insurance products are taken out for residential new builds and significant alterations – but possibly allowing homeowners to ‘opt out’ of taking a guarantee or insurance product As you will see the changes are quite wide ranging but from initial reading some proposals are good, some not so good and some that are not bold enough if we are to fix parts of the building system that lead to frustration, increased paperwork, increased liability for builders and a lack of productivity across the industry. I look forward to seeing you all again at this year’s AGM and Conference in Christchurch. ‘Till next time…

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FROM NZCB

Jason McClintock Group Technical Manager

When is Work Defective? Is it reasonable for a client to judge work as defective during the build phases? When a client is looking to put the screws down on a builder, their claim of defective work could be one reason to justify non-payment or locking the builder out of the site. They may also try to use defective work as a reason to bring a different builder on board to complete the project. However, case law suggests it’s simply not that easy. The NZCB building contract supports this, enabling the builder to remedy the situation. A ruling by the District Court and the High Court, on a case spanning back to 2013, made it clear that defective work is not defective until the defect reaches a point where it can no longer be rectified, or if the contractor has declared they will not rectify the defect. This judgment was made under the Contract Remedies Act 1979.

The Judge (Fitzgerald J) on the day said that generally defective work can only be determined on completion of the work. This would mean that while the work was accessible and could be rectified at any given moment, any claim of defective work would have to wait till the end of the contract. This means the client doesn’t have the right to refuse to pay or kick the builder off site simply because the work is unfinished and capable of being remedied.

“A ruling by the District Court and the High Court, on a case spanning back to 2013, made it clear that defective work is not defective until the defect reaches a point where it can no longer be rectified, or if the contractor has declared they will not rectify the defect.”

While this does not diminish the contractor’s responsibilities, it gives them some breathing room to continue their rights under the contract and consider a response to the claim of defective work. The Association’s helpline, Martelli McKegg, is here to help. Call Geoff Hardy on 09 379 0700 if your client is making claims of defective work and threatening to cancel the contract.

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Halo Must Do’s Include a brief description of the work being carried out, not just “renovations” – we need to know what you are doing. If you are not supplying any particular materials, note N/A in the appropriate section. If you end up downloading more than one contract for one job please be aware that each one will generate a Halo application automatically. Get in touch with us as soon as you can and let us know which version to process.

Spec Houses If you have built a spec house for yourself or someone else, send through either a Builder Spec Home Transfer Form or a Transfer Request Form with the CPC so you are not charged a transfer fee.

Emailed Applications Please ensure any additional information is sent through to us as soon as possible to avoid delays in processing. Some applications have taken up to 2 months to finalise while we have been waiting on information.

CPCs When completing CPCs make sure all fields are completed. Ensure you have checked the Lot/DP numbers etc as these identify the building the cover applies to. Do not include the value of land, driveways, paths – these are not covered by the guarantee. Ensure the earlier of the date of possession or the date of practical completion is noted, not the date CCC is issued or achieved.

Online Applications If you have downloaded a contract from the NZCB ToolShed for a residential contract you do not need to email through an application as this is automatically triggered when you hit COMPLETE CONTRACT. Please make sure you put the FULL site address, not just the road name.

Make sure you have noted the owner’s email address clearly and correctly as we often have documentation bounce back undelivered due to incorrect spelling.

General Please send through only one application or CPC per email – these are filed electronically for each build and will help preserve privacy in the event that someone requests a copy of documentation further down the line – other peoples’ CPCs or applications will not inadvertently be sent. Check the NZCB ToolShed for the latest documentation – application, cpc, premium and excess chart. Please quote your policy number on any communication or documentation sent through to the Halo team.

Talk to the BrokerWeb team at NZCB Conference Your Halo guarantee is administered by BrokerWeb Risk Services Limited. For any queries contact the Halo team at BrokerWeb Risk Services on 0800 644 444.

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Contract Works Insurance Excesses

The Frequently asked Questions around Contract Works Insurance and some things you may not know.

The Standard Excesses for Contract Works Insurance are usually as follows: • $500 increasing to $1,000 for Burglary, Malicious Damage, Theft, Landslip and Subsidence. The Natural Disaster excesses vary depending on location of the contract and are shown as a percentage of the value at risk subject to a minimum dollar amount: • For example, 2.5% of the value at risk subject to minimum $2,500. So for a Contract price of $500,000 if you were half way through a build at the time of a natural disaster (Earthquake, Volcanic Eruption, Tsunami), the excess would be 2.5% x $250,000 = $6,250. The Natural Disaster excess could be as high as 10% for some locations so it’s a good idea to check this and point this out to your clients.

Whose name should the policy be in? A Contract Works Insurance policy should be in the name of the Builder as the main contractor including any other sub-contractors for their respective rights and interests; the Owner as the principal and any other interested party.

Who arranges the Contract Works Insurance? New Builds – the builder should arrange the Contract Works Insurance for new builds. Don’t forget to check limits for Goods in Transit as well as any Principal Supplied Materials. Alterations – the owner should arrange the Contract Works Insurance in this case with the same Insurer who holds the actual House Insurance. Some House Insurance policies may be voided if there is structural work taking place.

Remember to arrange your Contract Works Insurance before you put the spade in the ground. This way, you are covered for any landslip or damage to the site prior to pouring the foundations.

Who pays the excess when there is a Contract Works Claim? The policy holder pays the excess which is usually the builder for new builds, however, this may be contracted out of in your Building Contract with the owner. This should be clarified with the Property owner (Principal) at the time of signing the contract. You would need to refer to your build contract to see whom is responsible under the terms of your contract.

It is important to always refer to your broker and policy wording for full coverage details.

Annual Contract Works Insurance If you are doing a number of builds per year, the best option is to take an Annual Contract Works Insurance. This is calculated on a declaration basis. The provisional premium is charged on an estimated number of builds over the 12 months and is then adjusted to the actual number at the end of the Insurance period. The benefits of having an annual contract works policy will attract a more competitive premium for you as well as ensuring that no contracts get missed. There will be a limit any one build (maximum). Cash flow of these policies can be managed by paying your premiums by monthly instalments.

Your REDi Builders’ Insurance is administered by BrokerWeb Risk Services Limited. For a free review of your existing portfolio, you can call BrokerWeb Risk Services on 0800 644 444.

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Advertising Spending Year ending 31st December 2018

Total Spend $543,500 33% Social Media – Consumer 22% Print Media – Consumer 19% Public Relations 10% Print Media – Trade 6% Exhibitions and Shows 2% Other 4% Research 4% Website

The Advertising Levy is invoiced annually to all Business Members. The levy is used to fund the vast majority of homeowner facing advertising and communications for New Zealand Certified Builders Association (NZCB) on behalf of its members. The levy promotes NZCB and its members nationwide, effectively branding NZCB to target the primary customer of ‘homeowners in New Zealand’. The messaging is educating this target group on the fundamental advantages of hiring a member of NZCB versus other builders.

The key driver is to target the 800,000 +/– people who are in the market showing some interest in building (in its widest sense) at any one time and through levels of messaging and targeting, drive those people to our web site and in particular to the ‘find a builder page’ on nzcb.nz. This strategy is reflected in the above graph.

There is a range of methods and places that this advertising and promotion is undertaken. As highlighted at last year’s Annual General Meeting and in Inhouse magazines, during mid 2018 we executed a new social media strategy which is focused on homeowners.

Other advertising is in print magazines, some exhibitions, web sites etc. as well as helping with the cost of the Public Relations activities. Importantly our web presence (nzcb.nz) is maintained and developed with the partial assistance of the levy. Judging by the number of visitors to the site (and other measures) it continues to be a very effective advertising and communications tool for all current members.

This strategy is primarily being executed via Facebook and Instagram and results to date have been very encouraging.

All Business Members are invoiced annually in June for the year ahead, and a pro rata amount if joining the Association during the year. The amount that is invoiced is based on the membership category of the Business Member.

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NZCB Invoices and Statements At NZCB we have recently upgraded our accounting system which means you will receive your invoices from National Support Office in a slightly different way. Invoices will now be sent to you via a link in the body of an email, from our accounts department.

To view your invoice, simply click the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;View Invoiceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; button. You will then have two options, either view/save as a PDF, or print off the invoice.

Now Due The top right-hand side of the invoice will say NOW DUE and show how much of the invoice is owing.

Credit Notes Credit notes will be issued the same way as the NZCB invoices, via an email. If the credit you have been issued relates to a specific invoice it will be allocated against that invoice. Then both the credit note, and invoice with the balance owing will be updated. The current balance will be found at the top right hand corner of the original invoice.

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Members ToolShed Please note our new accounting system links directly to the members ToolShed and any overdue invoice will result in access being denied. Lastly, we would like to thank you in advance for your patience and understanding during this initial implementation phase of our new accounting system. As with all software upgrades, there maybe a few teething problems as we fine tune the system.

The balance of the invoice is also updated when a payment is allocated. If payments have been allocated against the invoice and the invoice has been paid in full it will now say PAID above the amount. If there is money owing, it will say OVERDUE above the amount.

Statements NZCB will continue to send out statements at the beginning of each month.

If you are unsure or need any help please contact Natalie at NZCB National Support Office on 0800 237 843, option 1.

FROM NZCB

Grant Florence Chief Executive

Changes to the Building Act The Government has announced a wide reaching set of changes to the Building Act, the first major ones to the Act for many years. These proposed changes are now open for consultation/submissions/comment from any person until 16th June 2019. The proposals follow intensive work done by MBIE over 2018, in which the Association was deeply involved in providing the view and input from our members perspective. National Support Office will be responding to all the proposals but you are encouraged to provide your own feedback via the link below. Alternatively if you have any comments and would like to share these please contact the Chief Executive – Grant Florence (grant@nzcb.nz). All information on the proposed changes can be found at: www.mbie.govt.nz/building-reform

Revere Volume Two. It’s on Its Way! Keep an eye on the post for your copy of Revere Volume Two. This latest edition showcases more nationwide outstanding build projects by NZCB Members!

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To be released at the annual NZCB Conference in Christchurch, the latest edition of Revere displays more exemplary work from our member builders. We hope you enjoy this edition of Revere as much as we have enjoyed working with our members and homeowners collating the magazine and thanks to all those that have got involved and supported this magazine. Again, over 10,000 copies of this publication will be circulated nationwide to our members, Air NZ Koru lounges, architects, lawyers, accountants, various media outlets and other offices of influence.

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NZCB Farewells Millie We are sad to learn that Millie Jackson has decided not to return to work and will continue to stay at home and look after her new son Flynn. Millie, who will be well known to many of our members, joined the Association back in May 2010 and over the past eight or nine years has worked in the membership services team providing a range of advice to our members from contracts, to deals and discounts to merchandise and being a key member of our annual conference organisation team. In more recent times (until taking parental leave in August 2018) Millie took over the management of our InHouse magazine and also the development of our e-Newsletter InTouch. Over these years Millie was a treasured member of the staff, who was always very loyal and supportive of the Association, respectful to all she came into contact with, was very creative, had an eye for detail and her calmness in many testing situations was legendary.

Bye! All the best

On behalf of us all (members, stakeholders and staff), Millie we do wish you, Joel and little Flynn the very best for the future and know that there will always be exciting times ahead of you. NZCB CE Grant Florence

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Understanding Deposits Security of payment Extract from New Zealand Certified Builders Fixed Price+ Building Contract

The Association’s Building Contracts are unique in that they provide added assurance for the builder when a client defaults on payment.

D. DEPOSIT (inclusive of GST) (See Clause 7.2 of this Contract for more guidance on the application of the deposit)

Noted as a Deposit within the contract, this actually becomes a security of payment during construction. Tag Teaming the contract is our Halo 10 Year Residential Building Guarantee which safe guards the deposit until construction starts on behalf of the client. The intent of the building contract is for the builder to receive the deposit upon signing of the contract, and the builder to then put the deposit aside for the duration of the contract.

$15,000.00

Fifteen Thousand Dollars only

E. METHOD OF PAYMENT Tick selected option below (‘If no option is ticked or both options are ticked the Option B applies with monthly payments) EITHER: OPTION A

When the builder formulates the final payment claim, the deposit which is sitting off to one side in a safe account, is reconciled against the final payment claim amount i.e. is deducted from the final payment claim amount. It is therefore not seen as a progress payment through the duration of the contract [unless payment is threatened]. Should the deposit amount be more than the final payment claim then the builder will owe the balance to the client. To ensure the “over payment” situation does not occur, ensure the last scheduled payment is slightly more than the deposit amount.

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Progress payments on the completion of the following stages (subject to adjustments for Provisional Sums, cost fluctuations, and Variations*):

Establishment

Floor down

Including but not limited to preliminary costs, consent application costs (if applicable) and special material procurement costs

$ 10,000.00 incl GST*

Completion of foundations and floor structure

Framing erected

Completion of all wall and roof framing

Because the deposit amount is reconciled against the final payment claim, this is where the deposit amount should be sitting within the contract values. As per example on the right: should the final payment claim be challenged by the client, the deposit comes across to cover the builder’s costs and a discussion is to be had with the client regarding the outstanding $5,000.00.

Roof on

Installation and fixing in place of the roof and fascia

Doors and windows installed, interior protected from the elements

Exterior Cladding

Exterior wall linings in place, stopped and sealed ready for final coating

This is a far better position for the builder to be in than having the full $20,000.00 outstanding.

Painting and kitchen

Kitchen installed and all exterior and interior decorating/coating completed

Other (please specify)

Decking completed

Final Payment

Practical Completion achieved – the final payment must be paid before possession is transferred to the Owners

Calculating contract value

Closed in

$ 15,000.00 incl GST*

$ 20,000.00 incl GST*

$ 30,000.00 incl GST*

$ 20,000.00 incl GST*

Total Progress Payments (this should be equal to the Original Contract Price and is subject to adjustment for Provisional Sums, cost fluctuations and Variations)

$ 10,000.00 incl GST*

$ 20,000.00 incl GST* Includes deposit amount of $15,000.00

� $160,000.00 100% incl GST*

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Blenheim ‘Full Court Press’ Full Court Press: A basketball tactic meaning a very forceful effort by one team to take control of the game. The NZCB Full Court Press team: NZCB Business Development Manager Auckland Andrew Macdonald, NZCB Business Development Manager South Island Nick Matthews, NZCB Business Development Manager North Island Shane Ririnui, ITAB Ambassador and NZCB Member Tom Walsh, NZCB Group Technical Manager Jason McClintock, NZCB Chief Executive Grant Florence.

And in NZCB terms: A business expression describing any situation where you want to meet a goal or solve a problem with the help of the team.

NZCB Blenheim Members: Rob Lyon – Lyon Homes Limited, Ben Grady – Discovery Homes, Callan Hendriks – Black Stag Build Group, Steve Sharpe – Build Picton, Tom Walsh – ITAB Brand Ambassador and NZCB Member, Nic Hill – Hillco, Travis Taylor – Travis Taylor Builders and NZCB President Blenheim.

On 3 April 2019, five employees from NZCB National Support Office stepped away from their desks to take part in the Blenheim Full Court Press. The purpose of the event was to raise awareness of NZCB and highlight who our local Blenheim members are and what they can offer.

exclusive to NZCB members. It was clear that what we offer was beneficial for both the companies we met with and their clients. The presentation struck a chord with Angela Bowers of First National Real Estate who told us: “I have been in real estate for 15 years and never heard of you guys!”. Initially we were a little wary of this comment but it really just confirms that what we did in Blenheim was timely and relevant.

Together we held 21 meetings over the course of one day, talking to banks, mortgage brokers, architects, real estate agencies, the Marlborough District Council and the Chamber of Commerce. To reinforce our presence, NZCB placed a full-page advert in both regional papers published that day and engaged our PR firm Sweeny Vesty to write a supporting article.

To wrap up the day, we held an evening function at The Wine Station, a newly refurbished wine bar in an old train station. It was attended by our local members, regional and strategic partners, and the local business professionals. Shot put world champion, Tom Walsh, spoke at the event, captivating the audience for over an hour with stories from his sporting career and experience as a NZCB member.

We chose to meet with these organisations because of the role they play in the home-ownership process. They’re often involved at the start – before a builder has been chosen. This is a new angle for NZCB. Our Association is here to support our builders and their clients, which is why it’s logical to extend our focus to include other people involved in that process.

Overall, the trip to Blenheim was a success with overwhelmingly positive feedback. Going forward we expect to keep the communication flowing between local members and each of these professional groups to encourage an ongoing mutually beneficial relationship. There’s still a bit of work to do to determine the cost-benefit of the exercise and whether it’s something we roll out to other regions. Watch this space!

We kept the message simple and chose to highlight five of NZCB’s key points of difference, including what it takes to become a member and the attributes of our world-class Halo 10 Year Residential Guarantee,

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How do NZCB Building Contracts Compare to Others? As a NZ Certified Builder, you have access to state-of-the-art building contracts that have been written with “fairness” as the guiding principle. They require the builder and the homeowner to act reasonably and not try to gain an unfair advantage over the other through underhand tactics. For example, the builder is obliged to start the project promptly and to work diligently and conscientiously until it is finished. If it is a fixed price + contract then the builder must honour that commitment even if it involves making a loss, subject to his right to charge extra for variations, cost fluctuations and provisional sum adjustments. If it is a cost reimbursement contract then the builder must use reasonable care in calculating his estimate of what the project will end up costing, and he must keep the owner informed of how the project is tracking in comparison to the budget. And there are one and a half pages of warranties and guarantees that the builder gives to the homeowner, spelled out in the contract.

Those obligations are backed up by five separate laws through which homeowners can hold the builder accountable if he doesn’t achieve the standards expected of him, and many different ways in which they can enforce their rights and remedies. To top it off, they don’t actually need any of those laws or those enforcement methods in the event of a disagreement with their builder, if they can simply withhold payment of the latest invoice, which is usually a satisfactory solution as far as the homeowner is concerned. To counter that, NZ Certified Builders contracts contain a number of safeguards to ensure that the builder will get paid for the value he has added to the owner’s property, subject to any disputes that need to be resolved. For a start, the homeowner promises to pay invoices when due, to not hold the builder up, and to cooperate with the builder when the owner is procuring products or services direct. In addition to that, the builder is entitled to a mortgage over the property itself to secure payment of anything that

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might be owed to him, and he can put a caveat on the title to stop the property being sold without payment being made. More importantly, he can obtain a deposit from the homeowner that he can carry throughout the project, and apply towards payment of the last invoice that he gets to submit, so that the owner cannot take possession and then not pay the final invoice.

requirement for allegations of defects to be resolved by one independent building surveyor. Also, the builder can only register a caveat or a mortgage once the owner has gone into default, which often may be too late.

As in most standard-form building contracts, the builder is entitled to interest on overdue payments and reimbursement of legal costs incurred in chasing up those payments. He can demand additional security for payment if he has reasonable concerns about the owner’s ability to pay, and he can suspend work if that security isn’t provided. He can also suspend work if the owner is in default, and he can cancel the contract if the suspension goes on for too long. Obviously all of those remedies only apply if the money genuinely is owing, and the owner doesn’t have a valid reason not to pay. Then there are a couple of dispute-resolution mechanisms that are designed to prevent either party from using strong-arm tactics to get what they want and avoid a fair outcome.

“First, if the amount in dispute is $10,000 or more, it must be paid into a trust account so that both parties are deprived of the money and each has an equal incentive to resolve the dispute. ” Secondly, if there is any allegation of defective workmanship or materials, that must be resolved by a jointly-appointed independent building surveyor who must do a site inspection and interview both parties. That is to counter the common practice of one party paying a building consultant to produce a biased report without having spoken to the other party at all. Now if you aren’t able to use a NZ Certified Builders contract for some reason, not all of those provisions are going to be in your contract. The closest equivalent are the Master Builders contracts, as you would expect from another trade association representing builders. But even those contracts lack the provision for the deposit to be carried through, the ability to demand extra security for payment, the requirement for disputed sums to be paid into trust, and the

The other building contracts in common use in New Zealand are produced by New Zealand Standards (“NZS”) and the New Zealand Institute of Architects (“NZIA”). Understandably they are more owner-friendly and don’t contain the same amount of protections for the builder. Partly that is because they tend to be used in the large commercial and high-end residential projects where the builders are big enough to look after themselves. They have the cash flow and borrowing capacity to be able to afford performance bonds, payment disputes, retentions, and liquidated damages. They also have the staff and the legal fees budget to be able to review and negotiate building contract terms at the outset, accurately price their quotes and estimates, produce payment claims and payment schedules that are legally valid, and understand and comply with the procedures for claiming payments, variations, provisional sum adjustments, cost fluctuations, and extensions of time, so that they don’t get caught out. Plus they have enough experienced managers and site supervisors so that they don’t have to cross their fingers and hope that the apprentices and junior staff will carry out instructions without necessitating a whole lot of re-work. As a small-medium builder, if you put in the effort to actually become good at all of those things, then these contracts may not necessarily be such a bad thing. You can negotiate for bonds and retentions not to apply. And if you can’t get the requirement for liquidated damages to be dropped, then at least insist that the amount is a genuine pre-estimate of what the owner would actually lose as a result of unjustified delay, and ask for evidence of that. Bear in mind that if there are no liquidated damages, the owner can still go after you for the losses caused by your unjustified delay, it is just that the owner has to prove what they were, rather than demand the agreed amount. And finally, remember that many NZS and NZIA contracts provide for an engineer or an architect to be appointed to serve as the intermediary between the owner and the builder. In situations where the owner is likely to be unreasonable, inexperienced or highly emotive, that can be of real benefit to the builder.

Geoff Hardy is a partner in the Auckland law firm Martelli McKegg and is a construction law specialist. Contact Geoff on (09) 379 0700 or geoff@martellimckegg.co.nz. This article is not intended to be relied upon as legal advice.

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Having No Employment Agreement Is an Infringement Offence The Employment Relations (Infringement Offences) Regulations 2019 (the Regulations) come into force on 6 May 2019, at the same time as a large number of amendments to the Employment Relations Act 2000 (the Act) also come into force.

The Regulations state that a breach of section 65(1) (a) of the Act is an infringement offence. That section requires that an individual employment agreement must be in writing. So from 6 May 2019 a Labour Inspector will have the power to issue any employer who does not have a written employment agreement in place with an employee with an infringement notice. That employer would then have to pay a $1,000 infringement fee. If there are a number of employees who do not have employment agreements, separate infringement notices could be potentially be issued in respect of each employee, subject to the maximum aggregate infringement fees payable in a three month period being $20,000. The above is an alternative potential outcome to being ordered by the Employment Relations Authority to pay a penalty for breaching the requirement to have a written employment agreement in place. Penalties can be up to $10,000 for an employer who is an individual, and up to $20,000 for an employer who is a company or other corporation. The above is by its nature general, and is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice. It is compulsory to have a written employment agreement in place with each employee. This should be agreed and signed off by the parties before employment begins.

NZCB Employment Agreements NZCB have a suite of employment agreements available to purchase: • • • •

Permanent • Apprentice (Permanent) Permanent (Office Based) • Apprentice (Fixed Term) Fixed Term • Independent Contractor Casual

To view a sample or purchase any of the NZCB employment agreements contact Georgia at the National Support Office on 0800 237 843 ext 700 or email georgia@nzcb.nz

For legal advice on any employment issues please contact Danny or Trudy at Employment Lawyers Tauranga on 07 928 0529. For more information on the latest Employment Law Changes visit www.employment.govt.nz Danny Jacobson and Trudy Marshall are Partners at Employment Lawyers Tauranga and they specialise exclusively in employment law. They operate our Employment Helpline for NZCB members: phone 07 928 0529.

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GIB Weatherline® Rigid Air Barrier System We are proud to announce the launch of GIB Weatherline® into the New Zealand market. Driven by innovation and backed by a thorough BRANZ Appraisal testing programme, this glass faced rigid air barrier with its distinctive purple colour is going to offer the industry a competitive alternative with a range of great performance options. While new to New Zealand, gypsum core rigid air barriers have been used in the northern hemisphere for the last few decades. GIB Weatherline® has an advanced second-generation fibreglass liner on both front and back, with a highly modified gypsum core containing water and mould inhibitors. Gypsum, not only provides an excellent substrate for fire resistant applications, it is safe and easy for those handling and installing it.

Technology used in the northern hemisphere for the last few decades. The development team have created a technical manual with an easy reading format offering two rigid air barrier systems and additional bracing, fire and environmental noise performance options for NZS 3604 type buildings. A Technical Data Sheet is also available for buildings requiring specific design. What makes this project special is that we have included a lot of our customers in the development journey. We would like to thank everyone for their time and contribution and look forward to working with you on upcoming projects. For further information and to download literature, go to gib.co.nz/weatherline or call the GIB® Helpline on 0800 100 442.

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What is a Rigid Air Barrier? The majority of residential buildings in New Zealand are of light timber frame construction incorporating a flexible wall underlay on the outer face of the external wall framing, directly behind the cladding. Flexible wall underlay, when well installed, generally does what it is meant to do – that is providing an extra line of defence against water that may penetrate the cladding and therefore protecting the vulnerable wall framing while also restraining the insulation within the framing cavity. However, rigid wall underlays, commonly known as rigid air barriers, do a far better job when used in place of flexible wall underlays. They are more robust than flexible underlays hence they provide a very effective line of defence against water penetration through the cladding – they are also easier to install, more durable once installed, allowing them to act as a temporary cladding prior to the installation of the actual exterior cladding (which allows interior work to continue prior to final enclosure), while also providing a solid substrate for the installation of flashing tape to window and door openings and exterior penetrations. They can also have the added benefit of providing bracing, fire and acoustic performance.

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More buildings are using rigid air barriers due to the additional performance options and this will become the way we build in the future.

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Onsite Overheads vs Offsite Overheads Of all the places I see glaring great gaps in my builders pricing, here is it! First, we need to get on the same page in regard to what these terms actually mean…. And then we will crack into why you should care…..

So, you know what the terminology difference is between the two, so how are these allowed for in your job costings?

Onsite overheads

As you have probably gathered, they are treated completely differently from one another.

Onsite overheads are commonly knowns as P&G, or Preliminary and General. I personally prefer the term Onsite Overheads as it’s a better definition of what should be covered. In a nutshell, all of these costs wholly exist because the project you are doing exists…… and they can be tangible – meaning a physical thing, or intangible, meaning they are reasonable allowances for tasks or items. Some examples below; • Health and safety – including PPE, toolbox talk time, signage etc. • Onsite portaloos, including delivery and pickup, and don’t forget the weekly clean! • Cartage, this includes on-charged cartage, but should also include for your guys running around! • Admin fees, processing time sheets for the job, invoicing, payment claims etc…. • Daily clean, what it sounds like! An allowance of time each day to give the site a once over and tidy up. • So many more

Onsite Overheads should always be itemized and costed line by line. DON’T apply a percentage to a job and expect it to be enough to cover them all. There is no such thing as a ‘good percentage for P&Gs’. Why? Because you know as well as I do that every job and every site and every team is different. Every line item you add, make sure you consider both the tangible (materials, fixed costs) and the intangible (labour allowances etc). Offsite Overheads are completely different. They are approached as a percentage of your turnover, and therefore you want to check that percentage off every year with your accountant. Beware, as businesses change the percentage from one year may not apply to the next, so ALWAYS keep a close eye on this.

So, when you know what your Offsite Overheads percentage is, how do you make a financial allowance for it? Believe it or not, this sits firmly in your MARGIN. The definition of Margin is;

OK, how about offsite overheads? These are the costs that exist because your BUSINESS exists. So, all those things that are not attributed to a specific job, but are things that you need to pay for to keep the wheels of your business from falling off. Some examples; • All insurances except for jobs specific CWI. • Marketing costs • Yard lease • Printing and stationary • IT costs • So many more

Offsite Overheads + Profit = Margin Therefore, if your Offsite Overheads percentage is say, 6%, and you allow a 10% margin on every job, you can only expect 4% of that to fall out the bottom. Bearing in mind, that’s only if you have run the job exactly the way you priced it and not had any unforeseen overruns! In a nutshell, you should care about this because you are potentially running a little closer to the wire that you knew, to be fair most builders are. Make sure you know all your numbers, run your jobs with a firm financial hand, and use your pricing exercise as your blueprint to financial success.

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Selecting a Balustrade System Builders are often asked for their guidance on which balustrade to use. In years gone by this was usually a timber baluster system, or a decorative design in welded steel, but times have changed and balustrades must now meet stricter standards, and comply with the requirements of the Building Code performance criteria Clauses, e.g.. B1 and B4 etc.

The most common material for modern balustrades is aluminium, as it is highly durable and uses mechanical fixings rather than welds for dependable performance. The first thing to consider is what substrate the balustrade will be connected to? Timber is the most common in residential construction and NZS3604:2011 compliance requires a double boundary joist ex 200 x 50mm, but ex 150 x 50mm is still acceptable for renovations on a pre-2004 structure.

Concrete needs to be a minimum 130mm thick, whist steel requires a minimum 6mm thickness. Usually the next thing to consider is where the balustrade will go and how it will be used. In residential construction the height of the barrier is minimum 1000mm, but for commercial this steps up to a minimum 1100mm height. There are different requirements within private residencies such as internal or external and when a staircase is shared amongst multiple units the occupancy type is classified C3 and the design loads go up. In commercial premises, access is not limited to residents and guests, so design loads go up again, if there is a there is a risk of overcrowding then the design loads go up yet still further (C5), but this can be mitigated against with fixed tables and seating preventing crowds pushing up against the barrier (C1/C2).

and there is a greater wind pressures when the infill of a balustrade system is solid such as glass rather than slat or baluster. In 3604:2011 there is a height limit of two stories and 10m, so we can confidently say that if a structure falls inside these limits then a structural glass balustrade would be compliant up to and including a high wind zone. If the wind zone is greater than this then the individual products limitations will need to be checked, but post systems can achieve higher wind pressures than a system cantilevered from the base only. The last performance criteria to consider is the height required. The minimum heights have already been discussed, but sometimes more height is required to provide a wind break, or when the fixings are lower than normal such as when a floating deck, or when a gutter bracket is used. In these cases, the clamps, or posts will need to be brought in to achieve the extra height. For further information contact the technical team at Juralco at specify@juralco.co.nz or engage your local HomePlus at www.homeplus.co.nz.

When we have considered the human usage the next design consideration is the wind loadings which is measured in wind pressure. Wind pressure is a combination of wind speed and building height and design

Rob Mellor â&#x20AC;&#x201C; National Sales & Marketing Manager for Juralco Aluminium who design and supply aluminium balustrade systems.Â Juralco supply their balustrades through the nationwide HomePlus network who specialise in installation of these systems.

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Sustainability Engineer Scoops NZ Green Leadership Award ‘Beyond excited’ was how the very first winner of the Future Thinker of the Year Award, Kate Boylan, described her feelings when her name was announced at the celebratory ceremony.

NZGBC 2019 Future Thinker of the Year – Kate Boylan with Dr Deidre Brown and Ibrahim Al’Zu-bi.

Kate, a sustainability engineer at Tonkin + Taylor, wowed the audience at the gala event at Auckland University with a five minute presentation, which each of the four high-quality finalists had to give to a packed room at Auckland University.

Kate is walking the talk, having founded the sustainability team in her work place. She used her platform on the night to draw a comparison between possibilities for future climate policy and the immediate industry response to the Health and Safety at Work Act.

Future Thinkers is a network of professionals, students and recent graduates who are committed to creating a sustainable built environment in Aotearoa. The Future Thinker of the Year Award is presented to a young, passionate green building advocate, with thought leader attributes, who has already demonstrated environmental initiative and authority.

After being announced as the inaugural Future Thinker of the Year, Kate said: “I was incredibly humbled, inspired and overwhelmed all at once, all the feels!” and expressed her thanks to all those involved.

Opening with a motivating quote from Greta Thunberg, Kate’s presentation was full of inspiration and highlighted the power of leading by example. Her recognition of other green trailblazers emphasized her focus on collaboration, combining a bottom up approach in industry with a government led policy approach.

“I was incredibly humbled, inspired and overwhelmed all at once, all the feels!” She says she intends to use the platform to “inform, educate, and inspire – and be inspired. I will aim to stay positive and promote communication and collaboration.”

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The Green Building Council’s Joanne Duggan said: “Congratulations to Kate, and to all the finalists. The Future Thinkers Award has identified amazing young professionals and students across the country who are passionate and knowledgeable about the sustainable built environment. “We are excited to give this group a platform from which to have their ideas heard, to challenge the industry status quo and we look forward to creating meaningful change together.” The night was made extra special by the attendance of Dr Deidre Brown, the recently appointed head of Architecture and Planning at Auckland University, and Ibrahim Al-Zu’bi, a global leader in sustainability who was the keynote speaker for the Green Property Summit the following day.

Each of the four finalists presented plans and visions which were warmly applauded by everyone in the room. Alongside Kate, the other finalists included Alice Couchman, Assistant Development Manager, Willis Bond & Co, Delight M Sedzro, PhD Engineering, AUT University and Priscila Besen, PhD Architecture, University of Auckland.

On the night, Ibrahim spoke of his journey working for the UN with Kofi Anan to now being head of sustainability for Majid al Futtaim, responsible for developing and driving a net positive sustainability strategy across the company’s different business units. He was selected as one of the Top 100 Thought Leaders in Europe and the Middle East by the Center for Sustainability and Excellence in the US, and is also an ambassador for the Former US Vice President Al Gore’s Climate Reality initiative.

Joanne Duggan said: “We were stunned at the standard of entries, and each of our four finalists are amazing. “A massive thanks too to sponsors Bayleys and Greenstone Group.” The New Zealand Green Building Council is a team of passionate advocates for better buildings, because we know that better buildings mean, healthier, happier kiwis. We do this by working alongside politicians, industry and other business professionals to bring about change. We believe that all New Zealanders deserve to be safe, healthy and happy in our beautiful country – at home, at school, at work. Everywhere. For more information visit www.nzgbc.org.nz call 09 3793996 or email info@nzgbc.org.nz.

The judging panel included Phil Eaton of Greenstone Group, Lloyd Budd from Bayleys Real Estate, Mott MacDonald’s Warner Brunton, Ritva Vilppolla, a former intern with the Green Building Council who kicked off her promising career with WSP Australia as a sustainability consultant, and Joanne Duggan. Warner Brunton said: “I was thoroughly impressed by the calibre of the candidates from academia, trades and private sector.

Ibrahim Al-Zu’bi inspiring the audience.

“Their depth of understanding of one of the most pressing challenges of our time and their ability to plan and articulate their engagement strategy for change was inspiring. My hope is for all of the finalists to work together to make a difference in 2019 and beyond.”

The four finalists with the team from the New Zealand Green Building Council.

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Look After Number One If you take notice of the safety briefing at the start of every flight, the attendant tells you to fit your own oxygen mask first before helping anyone you are traveling with. Seems a bit self centred, but you aren’t much good to those depending on you if you are not in the best position to help them. The same applies to mental health I believe and as mental health awareness is (finally) increasing in the construction industry, maybe you should think about your own needs in this space first. How big a problem is this? According to the Mates In Construction organization in Australia, you are six times more likely to see a death in our industry due to suicide than a workplace accident. I don’t have statistics for New Zealand, but I suspect they are similar. It’s a statistic that has long gone under-reported and is also a bit of a taboo subject. Mental health issues have been addressed in the past with a “harden up” type of response that went along with the industry image of hard men and hard work. It’s time to make it acceptable to ask, “are you okay?” A couple of my clients have had team members who were displaying some symptoms of stress and anxiety. They want to help them, which is great, but it has raised the issue of their own needs and that running a small construction business is a stressful and tiring undertaking. Time to check your own mental health oxygen mask. Running a small business brings with it some unique stresses. These include: • financial stress due to unpredictable income, • high levels of uncertainty where you don’t know where your next job is coming from, • high job demands and multiple responsibilities in the workplace, • isolation and lack of social support, • “presenteeism”, where you continue to work even if you aren’t feeling well, • long hours, • blurring of boundaries between work and home, finding it difficult to take time out for yourself.

The Mental Health Foundation has some great resources I downloaded that can be used in the workplace to proactively manage the issue of mental health. If you look to use them for your own needs and well being first, I think it will be good for your current and future health. The guide talks about… “Mental well-being is one of the most valuable business assets. Workplaces that prioritise mental health have better engagement, reduced absenteeism and higher productivity, while people have improved well-being, greater morale and higher job satisfaction.” The Five Ways to Well-being (Connect, Be Active, Take Notice, Keep Learning, Give) are simple and proven actions that workplaces can introduce to help their people find balance, build resilience and boost mental health and well-being. The Five Ways to Well-being can also support workplaces to meet their health and safety obligations to manage risks to mental health and well-being. In this toolkit you’ll find a range of fact sheets, tips, tools and templates to make it easy for you to support your teams to build the Five Ways into their day-to-day lives.” I have downloaded a copy of the Five Ways of Wellbeing from the Mental Health Foundation website. If you would like a copy email me at andy@tradescoach.co.nz and I will send you one. Look after yourself, so you and your business are in the best position to look after others (like your family for instance).

Mental well-being is one of the most valuable business assets. Andy Burrows, Director of The Trades Coach and NZCB Partner. Andy is a business coach, who specialises in mentoring and coaching business owners associated with the construction industry. You can get in touch with Andy on 09 912 1901 or andy@tradescoach.co.nz

2019

21st Annual NZCB AGM, Conference & Expo

13, 14 & 15 June

The building industry plays a major role in New Zealand’s economy. It grows and enhances our environment, as well as affecting lives of all current and future generations.

Christchurch Town Hall

Nevertheless, compared to other industries in New Zealand, it is often been looked upon as being conservative and lacking innovation. With that in mind, we decided to change perceptions by theming the NZCB and AWCI 21st Annual Conference and Expo : Into The Future – how technology is changing the building industry. To reinforce this topic, there will be over 60 exhibitors displaying their latest technology in product innovation over the two days. This is your chance to join hundreds of like-minded peers and suppliers, to collaborate, to network, and, together with other influentials, shape the direction of the industry.

NZCB AGM 8am Friday 14 June Christchurch Town Hall

This year’s lineup of keynote speakers, evening functions, educational workshops and of course the final of the NZCB Apprentice Challenge are all the makings of yet another huge and successful conference and expo. To register, visit www.cvent.com/d/hbq9sv

Into the Future How technology is changing the building industry.

Don’t miss out on: • A GIB conference jacket • Earning up to 12 skills maintenance points • Networking and making new life-long friends

• Supporting the 20 apprentice finalists as they compete at the NZCB Apprentice Challenge Final!

• The Mitre 10 Great • 12 educational workshop Apprentice Race sessions to keep you ahead of your competitors • Ladies, there are also specific Ladies sessions • Joining the 600+ other just for you including a NZCB and AWCI members lunch with bubbles – who will already be there sponsored by Xero

Keynote Speakers

Mike Reading Founder and Lead Trainer Using Technology Better

Mel Pedersen WAVE Creative Communications Agency

Using Technology Better

Digital De-Construction

Friday 14 June 11.30am

Friday 14 June 2:30pm

Mike Reading is the Founder and Lead Trainer of Using Technology Better. Mike is Australia and New Zealand’s only Microsoft Learning Consultant and Google Certified Teacher and Innovator.

Mel Pedersen develops digital, social and content strategies for some of the world’s biggest brands including McDonald’s, Pepsi Co, Seven West Media and Cadbury.

As an ex teacher, Mike’s passion and speciality is connecting and communicating with staff to improve efficiency, productivity and motivation.

At 24 years old, Mel founded Backchat Media, a digital strategy business with offices in Auckland, Melbourne and Tauranga. These days, Mel advises government agencies on digital and social media strategy and also works as a digital strategist for WAVE creative communications, where she’s responsible for NZCB’s digital marketing strategy. Previously Mel has held senior digital roles at OMD NZ, Southern Cross Austereo and Television New Zealand. She is an active blogger, presenter and public speaker.

Justin Lobb Group CEO, Millennium Corporation Technology and Artificial Intelligence for small business and home automation today and where it is used.

Friday 14 June 4:00pm Group CEO and Director, leading Millennium Corp’s executive management team and employees to ensure the organisation executes on strategy at all levels and delivers on the group financial plan. Justin oversees high-level decisions about policy and strategy, working closely with Ajay and the Business Development team to evaluate future opportunities, formulate policies and present planning recommendations to the Board. As Group CEO, Justinis the primary interface between the Millennium Corp Board, management team, employees, key partners, related organisations and the community.

Mel’s passionate about exponential technologies, helping grow startups and anything made out of carbohydrates.

Terry Williams Conference MC Proven Strategies To Create and Maintain A Workplace Culture That Attracts and Retains Talent

Saturday 15 June 2:00pm Terry Williams is an expert, author and motivational speaker on engaging people. A trainer and facilitator for over 25 years, he’s also a columnist in ‘Employment Today’ magazine. His book ‘The Brain-Based Boss’ takes psychological research and breaks it down, to make it interesting and useful for people wanting to improve their performance and engage the people they work with. His new book on motivating people is ‘Getting Better Buy-In’. Terry is also a professional stand-up comedian and MC, performing in several NZ International Comedy Festivals, as well as the US, Australia and Asia. His new book on motivating people is ‘Getting Better Buy-In’.” with “His latest book ‘2 Dangerous Things A Year’ is about leading people through change.

21st Annual NZCB AGM, Conference & Expo

Thursday 13th June There are two exciting masterclass workshops; and two factory tours available today: Masterclass #1

Masterclass #2

Sick of low profits and cash-flow, considering the time and effort you put into your business? Andy Burrows – The Trades Coach

Five core digital strategies for builders and group housing companies Rachel Alexander, Alexanders Digital Marketing

1 Day Business Coaching Intensive 9:30am to 5pm

Half Day Educational Masterclass 1pm to 5pm Rachel Alexander shares knowledge of what strategies have worked for both small building teams and group housing companies. Rachel is Marketing Minx at Christchurch agency, Alexanders Digital Marketing, which she founded 22 years ago.

Andy Burrows is a specialist business coach for the construction industry. He focuses on working with NZCB members to build a more profitable and better systemised business that delivers a better outcome for its owner.

• Must-have digital strategies in 2019 • Why certain websites thrive, while others languish • Avoiding paid media wars: proven techniques for lead generation and being found online • 3 common mistakes when showcasing completed projects • Nurturing leads through to closing the deal: automation vs personalisation

“You worked hard to become a qualified builder, but no one told you how to run a business” “Its not easy juggling marketing, quoting, selling, staffing, as well as producing a quality result.” Join other like-minded builders in a 1-day business coaching intensive and learn the best way to grow the profitable, focused and well systemised business that you dreamed of when you first started out on your own.

Plus: learn how to measure and track your marketing performance, to consistently sharpen your performance.

What you will learn: • How to think more like a business owner • A simple 1-page business action planning system • Setting powerful and simple financial targets for the business • Improve the cash position so you can sleep better at night • Develop a pro-active marketing plan to iron out the lumpiness of your job flow • Build documented systems to help do some of the heavy lifting for you

Factory Tour #1 Will be leaving at 9:30am sharp from the Christchurch Town Hall and will be taking the attendees on an educational full day tour to Hagley Windows & Doors, Concision Panelised Technology & Winstone Wallboards. This tour is worth four skills maintenance points.

Factory Tour #2 Will be leaving at 9:30am sharp from the Christchurch Town Hall and will be taking the attendees on an educational full day tour to NZ Foam, Formance & Antarctica NZ Scott Base Redevelopment. This tour is worth four skills maintenance points.

Thanks to our kind sponsors

Into the Future

Friday 14th June We’re kicking off the first official day of the 21st Annual NZ Certified Builders Conference with the members only Annual General Meeting, followed by an amazing line up of keynote and educational speakers to get you thinking and motivated.

Friday Ladies Only Sessions These sessions, which are all held in the Victoria room, are just for the ladies, sorry guys!

Ladies Ice Breaker

Registration Desk Opens 7.30am – Christchurch Town Hall, foyer.

While the AGM is running its course, why not come along and get to know the other better halves a little bit better during this fun and festive ice breaker.

AGM The Annual General Meeting will take place at 8am in the James Hay Theatre, Christchurch Town Hall. Come and have your say as a stakeholder. The AGM is for members only.

Ladies Educational Session Keynote : Mel Pedersen | WAVE Creative Communications Agency

Keynote and Guest Speakers

How Social Media can grow your business.

• Warren & Mahoney on the Christchurch Town Hall rebuild • Mike Reading on Using Technology Better • Justin Lobb on Technology and Artificial Intelligence for small business and home automation today and where it is used. See page 37 for more information about the keynote speakers.

In this session, Mel will cover: • Social Media in New Zealand and why Kiwis do things differently • A simple social media blueprint for generating new customer leads • Introduction to Social Media advertising and how to use it (cost) effectively • The analytics that matter and how to understand what’s working

Mitre 10 Great Apprentice Race and Happy Hour Don’t miss this action packed happy hour, which will include the apprentice finalists taking part in the great apprentice race. Come and support your regional (or favourite apprentice) while enjoying nibbles and a few beverages.

Ladies Luncheon Kindly sponsored by Xero. You will enjoy a sit-down lunch (including bubbles, shhhhh it’s a secret). There will be a guest speaker who will give a very quick five-minute chat with you all.

PlaceMakers Art Gallery Mingler Christchurch Art Gallery 6.30pm – 9:30pm The Friday Evening Mingler is the most popular event during the conference attended by both trade partners and conference delegates and this year it is sure to impress yet again. The Friday Mingler will be held at the Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū. All attendees are welcome to walk around the gallery and soak up the fabulous artwork by the talented artists. Food stations and beverages will be served throughout the evening. Full catering and transport is included in the cost to attend. Dress code: Business attire.

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21st Annual NZCB AGM, Conference & Expo

Cambridge Bar

James Hay Theatre

Victoria Room

Educational Workshops – Saturday 15th June Building Stream 8:30am

Building Stream 9:30am

Labour and built up rates – Victoria Harrison, Director, Red Quantity Surveying

Glass Specification, Compliance and the New Zealand Building Code – led by Andrew Dallison – South Island General Manager with Steve Brown Lead Design Engineer, Metro Glass

An interactive workshop encouraging an open discussion, which will cover: • Learn where using m2 rates can be dangerous • Understand what truly makes up a m2 rate • Labour constants – what are they? • What is the difference between a QS labour measure and a builder labour measure, and why does it matter? • Onsite and offsite overheads, what’s the difference, and how are they calculated?

An interactive workshop encouraging an open discussion, which will cover: • The process of Glass Specification and Compliance to help avoid the pitfalls in gaining Building Consents. While also covering what to look out for in the process with code and glass technology changes.

Business Stream 8:30am

Building Stream 9:30am

Securing the sale in the first 30 seconds – Bill James, Certified Speaking Professional

Pay your tax when you want to, rather than when the IRD says so – James Stuart, Senior Client Relationship Manager, Tax Management NZ

This session re-examines some of the material that was so well received in 2017 + new and advanced ideas. Universally those attending felt that it was one of the most usable and insightful sessions on sales ever. • How do you build a ‘safe’ place where your potential client can trust and buy from you? • How to be yourself and win contracts more and more often. • What is the client looking for when you turn up at the door? • Going beyond a clean shirt into how they think. • Connect at the level where they decide to buy. • The proven way to open a conversation that takes you halfway to a sale. • Plus many other techniques and ideas.

This session will cover how you and your business can alleviate the burden and pressure of provisional tax. We’ll cover: • What tax pooling is and how it works • How to avoid the high cost of business overdrafts / lending • How to make provisional tax payments that suit the business cashflow • And finally how to take the sting out of missed or underpaid income tax.

Health Stream 8:30am

Health Stream 9:30am

Introduction to EAP Services Providing practical assistance to employees when personal or work issues arise that may impact on their ability to do their job or affect their wellbeing. While some people will have the ability to ‘ride through’ such an event, others may struggle. The severity of the impact most often depends on the severity of the event itself and the psychological make up of those directly affected. Critical incidents can lead to emotional, and sometimes physical, distress, often to the point where the employee can no longer function in the workplace. Learn how EAP Services can help you and your employees – providing immediate response to any critical incident on a 24 hour, every day of the year, basis.

Boldness, and being brave in business – Kirsty Salisbury, Resilience Coach

This workshop will cover: • developing a mindset for success • building courage muscles to build a better business • making failure an acceptable part of business • how to get back up when we fall off the ladder Attending this workshop will enable you to: • be more brave in your business • understand the building blocks to success • transform your challenges into positive outcomes

Getting the most out of your Architect – Casey Curtis, Professional Architect, Curtis Architecture

A simple and easy-to-implement recipe for energy efficient building – By Nick Hubbard, Managing Director, Formance and Denise Martin, Building Analyst, Certified Passive House Designer, BEO Ltd

Learn how to communicate better with architects by understanding the design process; how to get more involved with them and how this process can retrain more clients in the early stage. PLUS how to reduce possible hold ups during the build. If the building industry is to become more client focused, more efficient and more productive you must start at the beginning with the relationship between the client, builder and architect. Come along to hear about a different but simple process that helps insures clients a successful build on budget, ensures reduced need for amendments and delays during building plus secures more clients for you. Casey will share how the design process can make all the difference to your projects when collaboration is involved.

• Principles of energy efficient design in residential buildings • Simple systems that work (SIPs, Insulated Slab and Heat Recovery System) • Measuring results

Business Stream 11:00am

Business Stream 12:00pm

All about websites – Rachel Alexander, Alexanders Digital Marketing. Rachel is Marketing Minx at Christchurch agency, Alexanders Digital Marketing, which she founded 22 years ago.

Chew the fact on legal contracts – Open Q&A discussion – Geoff Hardy, Commercial and Construction Lawyer, Martelli McKegg

This very practical workshop will take you through some of the crucial steps to ensure your website can be found online and you will learn: • Techniques to drive more traffic to, and leads from construction websites • Fivecommon impediments to enquiry and how to overcome them • How to tell if your website is optimized to be found on Google • Geotargetting: how to increase results from specific regions • Success measures: Four free ways to rate your own website performance

This very handy educational workshop will be an opportunity to ask Geoff anything you like on any legal topic that interests you, from setting up or winding down your business, compliance with regulatory requirements, the implications of being licensed, the differences between the various building contracts, your customer’s rights, how to recover money owed to you, and how best to resolve disputes. Come along with a list of your most pressing issues, and get the benefit of a wide-ranging interactive discussion with anecdotes from your colleagues throughout the country. Think of it as the free legal helpline service, on steroids.

Health Stream 11:00am

Health Stream 12:00pm

Practical Tips to Reinvent your Health & Wellbeing – Cat Coluccio, Professional Speaker.

How to do your job, make money and be happy! – Bill James, Certified Speaking Professional

A qualified and experienced Educator, Personal Trainer and Life Coach, Cat Coluccio delivers workshops that are both informative and interactive. • Do you find that you are struggling to keep physically healthy in the worklplace? • Are you overwhelmed with the sheer amount of information about health and wellbeing and don’t know where to start? • Are you wanting to learn some simple tips that you can easily apply straight away to improve your physical and mental wellbeing? Using evidence-based research, this workshop will give you practical takeaways that you can implement to maximise your mental health and wellbeing.hour, every day of the year, basis.

It sound’s like the impossible dream but you can achieve it surprisingly easily. With nothing more than an envelope and a few bits of paper, you will see where you have come from and where you could be going in a whole new way! Interactive and a lot of fun… come and enjoy the ride.

James Hay Theatre

Building Stream 12:00pm

Cambridge Bar

Building Stream 11:00am

Victoria Room

Into the Future

21st Annual NZCB AGM, Conference & Expo

Saturday 15th June Christchurch Town Hall Gala Dinner Saturday 7.00pm – midnight

Saturday is all about up skilling and education, with some fun thrown in on the side. Saturday morning is taken up with 12 educational workshops covering a variety of technical, business and other relevant information.

The much loved and very well attended Awards Dinner will be held in the vast and impressive Douglas Lilburn Auditorium in the Christchurch Town Hall. Please join us in celebrating the success of the apprentices and to see who will take out the title of NZCB Apprentice Challenge winner for 2019.

Registration Desk Opens 7.30am – Christchurch Town Hall, foyer. Educational Workshops

This will be a fanciful affair all topped off with a mindblowing dinner and an incredible band to rock the night away… So put your dancing shoes on and be prepared to celebrate at the final function of the 21st Annual NZCB AGM, Conference & Expo.

See previous pages for more information and times.

Keynote Speaker Terry Williams on Proven strategies to create and maintain a workplace culture that attracts and retains talent.

Full catering is included in the cost to attend.

Final Act

Dress code : Fancy dress attire – theme Steampunk!!!

Have a few laughs with comedian Ben Hurley.

Exhibitors Advice Financial Allied Concrete Altus Windows APLNZ AWCI BCITO BrokerWeb Risk Services Bunnings Carters CoreLogic CSR Building Digital Mobile DVS Ecoply/Carter Holt Harvey Forman Building Systems GIB Hilti – Auckland

Hold Fast IBS ITM James Hardie Juralco KLC Limited Laminex New Zealand Master Painters Metro Performance Glass MiTek Mitre10 Noel Leeming NZCB Open2View Pacific Steel Pink Batts PlaceMakers

Potter Interior Systems PW Systems Rave Build Red Stag Resene Construction Resene Paints Rondo Rosenfeld Kidson & Co Sika NZ Limited Site Safe New Zealand TANZ eCampus The Trades Coach Thermakraft Limited USG Boral Viking Roofspec YourQS

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Accommodation

Crowne Plaza

Rydges Latimer

4 minutes’ walk to the Town Hall

12 minutes’ walk to the Town Hall

Crowne Plaza Christchurch hotel is a new 4.5 star hotel located in the heart of Christchurch city that combines what’s really important – comfort, style, technology and free Wi-Fi in all hotel areas to help keep you connected. We are the perfect base to explore, whether you’re here for business, pleasure or a little bit of both.

The four year old 4.5 star luxury Rydges Latimer overlooks scenic Latimer Square, an iconic New Zealand green space with ample room for travellers to roam and enjoy the shade of lush, broad-leaved trees.

Superior King or Twin $189 per room per night INCLUDES breakfast for 1 person Additional buffet breakfast $25

Superior King or Twin $209 per room per night Deluxe King or Twin $229 per room per night Buffet breakfast $25 per person per day

Novotel Cathedral Square

Ibis

7 minutes’ walk to the Town Hall

11 minutes’ walk to the Town Hall

Make yourself at home at city-centre hotel Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square. Your bright, modern room gives you the space you need to work or relax – executive rooms have stunning views of the Southern Alps.

Located directly opposite to the new BNZ shopping precinct and walking distance to The Terrace – hospitality precinct, with laneways and courtyards brimming with designer retail and delicious food, Ibis Christchurch is surrounded by all the vibrancy of the refreshed centre city.

Superior King or Twin $189 per room per night Buffet breakfast $28 per person per day

Superior King or Twin $149 per room per night Buffet breakfast $23 per person per day

HEALTH AND SAFETY —

Managing Noise in the Workplace The National Foundation for the Deaf says that ‘excessive exposure to noise is a known cause of one third of hearing loss in New Zealanders’. One of the risks of excess noise is noiseinduced hearing loss (NIHL), which is caused by persistent exposure to loud noise over many years – and it’s permanent! But the good news is, it can be prevented. Where noise is above 85 dB over an 8 hour period or the peak noise level is above 140 dB then steps to control noise must be in place. There are many tasks and equipment that can produce high levels of noise. Eliminating the noisy equipment or substituting for quieter options is the best way to manage this hazard. Compare noise levels from equipment when purchasing or hiring, and use information from the manufacturers or suppliers to ensure the best option is purchased.

Controls to consider are: • Carry out a noise survey to determine the noise levels in the workplace; • Replace any equipment that creates excessive noise with a quieter option; • If you can’t replace the equipment then reduce exposure to it by using sound dampeners, silencers, barriers or isolation methods; • Introduce noise control measures through training, job rotation, or job design to reduce the number of workers exposed; • Signpost noisy areas; • Wear correct PPE like earmuffs or earplugs; For more info visit: https://www.riskcards.acc.co.nz/#/ card/16 https://worksafe.govt.nz/topic-andindustry/noise/

“Compare noise levels from equipment when purchasing or hiring, and use information from the manufacturers or suppliers to ensure the best option is purchased.”

Tony Greeve, Site Safe Safety Advisor. Site Safe is a national not-for-profit membership organisation that promotes, supports and inspires a culture of health and safety in the New Zealand construction industry.

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Monitoring for Health Testing people makes sure that they’re being protected from many major hazards in the workplace. Health monitoring is a key part of the Health and Safety at Work Act.

This video from 3M gives some useful examples of sound levels and when protection is required: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGajKKeQ0Os

It means regularly checking on a person to spot any changes in their health due to the conditions they are working in or the materials they’re working with.

Tony says a qualified occupational health specialist is used to do the monitoring, both of the worker and the workplace.

For builders the most common issues can be risks to hearing, due to power tools and general workplace noise, and exposure to asbestos, dust or fumes.

“They can look at what you do, talk to you about what you do and do that monitoring for you.” Ally Harwood of Midway Occupational Health Services in Palmerston North says the most common form of health monitoring for building and construction staff is the baseline check at the start of employment and then monitoring at regular intervals, usually annually.

Monitoring is a two-stage process: The first one is doing a check at the start of employment to see what a person’s hearing levels are, what their lung capacity is, their eyesight, all the sorts of things than can take a hit due to working conditions.

The most common checks are for lung capacity and hearing she says, though even these can throw up a few surprises.

Once this base level is known it is a matter of checking at regular intervals to see if there is any change, which could be a red flag for a worker, and possibly a whole industry.

“With the lung function test we take the blood pressure. And occasionally we’ve found someone who’s got very, very high blood pressure that’s almost incompatible with life and needs attention immediately!

For instance, a recent outbreak of lung-destroying silicosis in Victoria, Australia has been traced back to stoneworkers turning engineered stone into kitchen benchtops, a process which gives off large amounts of silica dust.

“So we’ll talk it over with them and their manager and then send them straight to a GP there and then because the risk of stroke or heart attack on-site is very high.”

The ABC quoted occupational doctor Graeme Edwards as saying one in three stoneworkers in Queensland has been diagnosed with lung damage with lung transplants being the only way to fix the condition. "We’re going to be adding another 130 who will be lining up for lung transplants in the next three to five years." Monitoring each person’s health ties in closely with exposure monitoring which looks at what hazards people are exposed to in their workplace. The WorkSafe document at the following link gives a picture of what is required under exposure monitoring: https://worksafe.govt.nz/dmsdocument/893exposure-monitoring-under-the-hsw-regulations-2016 Certain levels of exposure are not a problem, but when they are exceeded, that is when the personal protective equipment needs to be used.

WorkSafe says health monitoring is all about having effective risk management practices in place. It says health monitoring is NOT about well-being checks (for example, cholesterol checks) or programmes such as ones that promote healthy living. Work Safe warns because of the long period of time that can occur between exposure to a health hazard and the actual harm occurring, a business should not rely solely on health monitoring. It says the combination of health monitoring along with exposure monitoring gives a better idea of the effectiveness of controls in a workplace. More WorkSafe information on health monitoring is at: https://worksafe.govt.nz/topic-and-industry/workrelated-health/monitoring/health-monitoring-fs/

Site Safe safety adviser Tony Greeve says, for example, this means measuring the levels of noise people are being subjected to. “If it’s noise, you need to have a way of measuring it to work out what levels people are being exposed to and that it doesn’t exceed certain levels of decibels.”

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What is WorkingSpec? WorkingSpec converts construction details into an interactive 3D format that allows manufacturers, architects and engineers to communicate design details to builders and other trades more easily. 3D makes life easier Often the existing information is platform and software-specific and limits a user’s ability to access the information easily. Many times, the information contained in a detail is missed or not interpreted correctly when viewed on the 2D platform of paper and digital documents. WorkingSpec works to compliment the 2D platform and enhance it through specific QR codes placed on the detail drawing, product material or packaging. The app is used to scan the code and view the 3D-animated, interactive model on a tablet or smartphone. The app can help you: • Communicate bespoke architectural details • Provide a better understanding of existing systems • More easily train staff, builders or specifiers in using or assembling your product. It’s easy! 1 Download the WorkingSpec app from the Apple App Store or Google Play. 2 Find and scan the WorkingSpec QR code on the participating manufacturer’s brochure, drawing or packaging. 3 View the interactive model, in 3D! For more information visit: www.workingspec.co.nz

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Maximise Midwinter Work with New Resene Wintergrade Additive Painting in winter can be challenging with the cold weather playing havoc with application and performance. That’s why our Resene Technical team has launched a new additive you can add to a wide range of selected waterborne Resene paints to ‘winterise’ them! Our initial range of winterised products, that dry in temperatures down to 3°C, has been used for over 10 years. But the new additive means you can now achieve a wintergrade finish in a wider range of products and colours. Why do you need it? Waterborne paints are typically based on tiny, thermoplastic particles that deform and stick to one another during the stresses of drying and film formation. Particles deliberately engineered to be soft can form films easily, even at quite low temperatures. The softness, however, extends to the finished film, making it prone to damage from dirt retention. Hard particles can be made but they require heat, or large amounts of plasticising solvents, in order to form films.

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Karcher’s New TACT Class The next generation of fine dust extractors! Karcher have recently launched their new range line-up of Professional grade dust extractors, the new TACT series. And with the new TACT Wet & Dry dust class of L, M & H extractors, Karcher have thought of everything that’s important to Professional users; outstanding suction power, simple and comfortable operation, as well as durability and longevity. Karcher’s tried and tested TACT filter cleaning system is now even quieter and more efficient. NT30/1 TACT TE M • Ideal for construction sites, protection against inhalable fine dust. • Sensor controlled automatic filter cleaning for optimal cleaning efficiency and maximum suction power. • Dust class M with tested filtration efficiency of 99.9% • Complete antistatic system. • Power socket for auto start along with quick connect hose system. • True 30L capacity, very robust. NT50/1 TACT TE L • Great unit for workshops / larger dust particle vacuuming. • Choice of automatic filter cleaning settings for optimal cleaning efficiency and maximum suction power. • Dust class L with tested filtration efficiency of 99% • Antistatic prepared system. • Power socket for auto start along with quick connect hose system. • True 50L capacity, very robust. Special offer to NZCB members, for the month of June get an extra set of fleece filter bags FREE – by redemption online www.karcher.co.nz/claim

Strong, fast and easy to install, READY Super Slab is an advanced engineered raft foundation and flooring system. The energy efficient floor insulates, creating a warm, healthy home. Sustainable pod options include QPOD as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional polystyrene pods within the raft flooring system. Perfect for residential foundations and floor slabs, shed floors, small commercial buildings and warehouses and can be tailored for all ground conditions. Strong as an ox The READY Super Slab system is an innovative and proven way of building strong, durable concrete foundation and floor slabs, while at the same time reducing construction costs and build time. Built ‘on-ground’ rather than ‘in-ground’, READY Super Slab incorporates 1100mm x 1100mm sqm and 220mm pods that form a framework of beams within the concrete slab. This provides a stiffer and stronger final product than a conventional 100mm concrete slab on grade. The more sustainable choice READY Super Slab now includes QPOD as a direct sustainable alternative to traditional polystyrene pod void formers within the

flooring system. It’s made from recycled material and 100% recyclable – a zero landfill waste option. QPOD pods can be easily installed in windy conditions and avoid the site waste common with polystyrene pods. Plus, integrated 40mm spacers on the pods eliminate the need for plastic chairs to support steel mesh, providing further cost savings. Save time and money READY Super Slab offers faster installation times than traditional systems, requiring minimal site excavation. Suited to locations with low soil-bearing capabilities, it’s the perfect solution for areas where expansive soils are prominent. The system can often be installed and poured in three days. The Slab also eliminates the need for labour-intensive in-ground construction, such as digging trenches. READY Super Slab is New Zealand’s only CodeMarkCertified and BRANZ Appraised sustainable raft foundation system, significantly reducing consent processing time at council when used as specified in the CodeMark certificate. Want to learn more? Visit: www.alliedconcrete.co.nz or give us a call on 0800 4 ALLIED.

NEWS BITES

News Bites PRODUCT NEWS

Go-To Technology Advisor Helps Auckland Builders Over the last six months, 10 Auckland building firms have changed the way they work by using simple technology. As a result, they are now more efficient and are enjoying big business benefits. They did it with the help of FREE UP – an Auckland company which has become the go-to tech advisor for builders and trades. There are at least 8 job management apps suitable for builders, and because FREE UP knows them all inside out, they can quickly set builders up with the best one for their business. These businesses are now using apps like NextMinute, BuildXact and Tradify – and as a result are running jobs more efficiently, controlling costs, and easily managing admin and paperwork. Anna Brooks is the brains behind FREE UP. She combines a genuine understanding of what building firms need, with the know-how to quickly get them up and running with the right technology. “We use a simple three step process,” explains Anna. “First we get to know the business, so we can select the right app for them. Then we help with the set up, personalising the app to their business and making sure all staff are trained to get the most out of it. And finally, we offer support such as bookkeeping and admin services, to help the business manage it’s growth.” Find out how your business can run more efficiently and profitably with simple technology – call Anna now at FREE UP for a no-obligation chat on 021 083 96910. For more information visit: www.freeup.kiwi

NEW PRODUCT

NEWS

Less Desk Time, More Tool Time!

Important Employment Law Changes

Enhance your productivity and profitability with CoreLogic’s Estimator Platinum. It’s a professional estimating tool used by builders and trades across New Zealand and Australia for superfast quoting on residential construction. Powered by Cordell’s pricing databases (updated daily), you can see behind the costs using our recipe explosions.

• From 1st April – Any employee who’s been affected by domestic violence can request paid leave from their employer – up to 10 days per year. This leave is separate from annual, sick, and bereavement leave. • From 6 May 2019 – Employees must be given set rest and meal breaks based on the number of hours worked, to help them work safely and productively. • From 6 May 2019 – 90-day trial periods will be limited to businesses with 19 employees or fewer.

To find out more, contact the team at CoreLogic: 0800 355 355 or www. corelogic.co.nz/products/ cordell-estimator-platinum

For more information visit www.employment.govt.nz

NEWS

New Levy Rates Save Kiwi Businesses $100 Million

NEWS

Businesses will get an average 6.9% reduction to their ACC levy, saving them $100 million over the next two years.

Lifesaving Stop the Bleed Campaign Launched A campaign to raise public awareness about life threatening severe bleeding after an accident has been launched by New Zealand healthcare company Pharmaco Emergency Care, and is being supported by the Medical Director for St John. Stop the Bleed New Zealand aims to educate people about how to best manage a major bleed in the critical minutes before emergency services are able to arrive. A cut artery can result in death in as little as three minutes and in this time precious lives can be lost if immediate first aid is not provided. The campaign reflects a growing understanding that dealing with major external bleeding is vital when a person has immediate life-threatening injuries. For more information visit: www.pharmacoemergencycare.co.nz/ stop-the-bleed-news/stop-the-bleedcampaign/

All employers and self-employed people working in New Zealand pay a Work levy that goes into the Work Account to cover any accidents that happen in the workplace. UPDATED PRODUCT

New GIB Aqualine速 TESE Sheet Lengths Available The 10mm GIB Aqualine速 sheet range has been extended to include the taper edge/ square edge (TESE) options. GIB Aqualine速 2400mm x 1200mm 10mm TESE GIB Aqualine速 2400mm x 1350mm 10mm TESE These additional lengths are available now and are ideally suited for reducing off-cut waste and cost in smaller wet area rooms such as smaller kitchens and bathrooms. For more information visit: www.gib.co.nz/products/plasterboards/ gib-aqualine/

The amount a business will pay in levies depends on their industry type and business activity. For more information visit www.acc.co.nz/about-us/newsmedia/latest-news/new-levyrates-save-kiwi-businesses-100million/

Changes to Self-employed levies For the 2020 Levy Year, ACC are making some changes to how they levy self-employed customers. For more information visit: www.acc.co.nz/for-business/ business-updates/changes-toself-employed-levies/

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BUILDit Tauranga Expo & LBP Workshops 2019

TAURANGA DISTRICTS

On the 14th March, the NZCB Tauranga Districts, celebrated its’ sixth annual BUILDit Expo, at Classic Flyers. This year in conjunction with the BUILDit Expo we introduced our new BUILDit LBP workshops, to cater for the compulsory and on the job learning points.

Support Office staff who went above and beyond, to make this expo as successful as it was this year. It is also a tribute to the hard work and planning carried out throughout the year.

The new educational workshops were well received by all and these in conjunction with the material and knowledge gained at the BUILDit Expo, should help the attending LBP builders gain the ability to complete most of their licence requirements for the entire year.

The Men’s Shed Tauranga was chosen this year as a worthwhile organisation for us to help and at the end of the night we were able to present them with a cheque for $1,200. The Men’s Shed Tauranga is a place where men who are passionate about helping others can come and share knowledge, learn new skills and mentor youth while working together on community projects.

A big thank you all of our supplier and sponsors for turning up and helping make this happen. Another big thank you goes to the Tauranga Districts committee, Taryn our coordinator and NZCB National

NZCB Tauranga Districts President Paul James

NZCB Tauranga Districts President Paul James presenting The Men’s Shed’s Dave Harper and Bryce Strong with a $1200 donation from the BUILDit Tauranga Expo and Workshops.

Is it on target? Kennards bulls eye competition.

Some of the 35 trade stands at the BUILDit Expo.

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Another Successful Charity Golf Day

WHANGAREI

On Friday 8th March, NZCB Whangarei held our inaugural charity golf day. Partnered with the Pines Golf Club on the shores of the Whangarei Harbour it was an outstanding success. It was Dubbed “Send Us Your Best”. With the main focus being a golf tournament aimed at golfers for golfers. Our primary objective was to raise awareness of NZCB and raise funds for a local charity at the same time. This years Charity was Northland Land Search and Rescue (Northland Land SAR), which do it quite tough when it comes to receiving funds. Northland Land SAR is dedicated group of volunteers who search for people who become lost, injured, trapped or misplaced, whether in dense bush, on rugged coastline, offshore islands, on cliffs, down in caves, right across Northland as well as within urban areas. The combination of the running of the tournament along with the exceptional on course donations from participants meant we were able to donate $7,469.50 to our local Northland Land SAR. We had amazing support from an array of local businesses. I would like to make special mention and

thanks to Uncle Shane and ITM Whangarei who made a major contribution in the form of materials for a new deck which was built by one of our members at The Pines. I would also like to thank Mitre 10 Mega Whangarei who sponsored one of our major prizes at short notice. Both ITM and Mitre 10 Mega also provided on course BBQ’s to keep the golfers well sustained throughout the day. Special thanks to the team at Franklins Plumbing who provided on course refreshments with our own NZCB branded refreshments. It was a wonderful day and our partnership with the Pines Golf Club ensures this is a must on the calendar of our local golfing community. Thanks to all involved. NZCB Whangarei Committee

NZCB Whangarei President Pete Brown, presenting Northland Land SAR’s Grant Conaghan and Michael Jordan who is an NZCB member also, with a cheque for $7,469.50.

VISIT THE CARTERS CONSTRUCTION ZONE AT CONZTRUCT THIS YEAR! DATES FOR THE FIRST TWO ROUNDS ROUND 1

Hamilton Whangarei Auckland Sth

ROUND 2

Wellington

Tues 30 Apr Claudelands Events Centre Wed 01 May ASB Sports House Thurs 02 May Vodafone Events Centre

Tues 18 June Westpac Stadium Palmerston Nth Wed 19 June Central Energy Trust Arena New Plymouth Thurs 20 June TSB Stadium

The CONZTRUCT trade shows are heading to main centres across New Zealand, from April to September. The CONZTRUCTION ZONE is back for the 2019 series, packed with 25+ key suppliers showcasing their latest products and solutions. These events are a great forum for construction industry professionals and suppliers to come together and discuss industry developments, find new products and attend LBP workshops, all in one easy, expo environment! CONZTRUCT is free to attend, so grab your crew and leave site a little early when the show is on in your area.

FOR MORE DATES AND TO REGISTER GO TO WWW.CARTERS.CO.NZ/CONZTRUCT

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Rain Doesn’t Dampen Golf Day Success

TARANAKI

Taranaki Golfers braving the weather for a great cause.

Despite the rain, Taranaki ran a successful golf day on the 22nd February with over 50 golfers braving the weather for a great cause – the AST Trust.

A big thank you to all of our sponsors: Stratford ITM, Steve Gray Plasterers, Timberco, Vepo Plumbing , Smith and Sons, Dr (Jack) Gray Painters, Sika, Paslode, Mitchell Concrete, Simx, Doorworx, Holdfast, Ullrich Aluminium Co, Noel Leeming, Aluminium Solutions, Bunnings, Just Rubbish, Resene, Laminex, BCITO, New Plymouth ITM, Taranaki Steelformers.

We had 22 organisations support us with hole sponsorship, merchandise and prizes for the charity auction. By the end of the day we raised $3000 for the AST Trust.

TAUPO

NZCB Taupo Donates to Coastguard & AST Trust NZCB Taupo President Chris Smith presented a cheque for $5000 to Coastguard Lake Taupo’s Mike McSherry from the proceeds of their Golf Day last November. Proceeds from the donation will help with the costs of upgrading the Navigation System on the boat in the photo. They are now able to pick up Thermal Heat sources at night time among other upgrades to the system. $1000 from the Golf day was also donate to the Apprentice Scholarship Trust (AST). NZCB Taupo President Chris Smith handing over the cheque for $5000 to Coastguard Lake Taupo’s Mike McSherry.

Awesome work NZCB Taupo – and thanks to all those involved.

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WAIKATO

Great Times in the Waikato In March we held our inaugural Bowls, BBQ and Beers night at the Claudelands Bowling Club. Everyone had a great time with the teams competing for prizes.

Waikato members bowling.

Congratulations to team “Washed Up” from Woodham Designer Homes who took first place over the team from Phil Rogers Builders. Also well done to Hohepa Monk (from T Wilson Builders Limited) who won the major spot prize for Apprentice/ non qualified category. All teams received prizes thanks to the support of our Platinum Partners: Avant Aluminium, Franklin Plumbing, Monier and Noel Leeming Commercial.

Left: NZCB Waikato President Mike Hayward presenting Hohepa Monk from T Wilson Builders Limited with the major spot prize for Apprentice/non qualified category. Right: The winning Bowls team Woodham Designer Homes Limited.

Thanks also goes to Steve Kinsey from PlaceMakers and Nic Vincent from Noel Leeming for manning the barbeque. It was a fun night and one which we are looking to repeat next year. In April the Wintec Rotokauri Campus provided the venue for the Waikato and Rotorua Regional 2019 NZCB Apprentice Challenge, supported by ITM. For the Waikato region 1st place went to Zaylan Skinner from Mackenzie Construction, 2nd place Reon Sheath from M & T Steel Homes, 3rd place Ricky Plympton from Hayward Builders Limited. For the Rotorua region 1st place went to Ross McIntyre from Oswald Construction Limited.

The Waikato and Rotorua Regional NZCB Apprentice Challenge Contestants.

It was a great challenge for all contestants. Many thanks to Alan Warburton, Peter Dodd and Mike Jeffery for their help making this event a great success. Good luck to Zaylan and Ross for the National Challenge.

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Golf Day Raises Over $10,000 for Charity

AUCKLAND

More than 130 golfers soaked up warm weather and great prizes at this year’s Akarana Golf Club fun day on Thursday the 21st of February. But it wasn’t only our members and sponsors who enjoyed the day – the event raised $10,711.45 for ‘The Little Sisters of the Poor’ charity.

NZCB Auckland Committee presenting The Little Sisters of the Poor with a cheque for $10,711.45.

The successful event wouldn’t have been possible without our sponsor’s generosity. The pre-golf BBQ was sponsored by Bunnings, whose onions/sauce/ mustard placement was perfectly in line with H&S!

All holes were manned by sponsor reps who held contests for the golfers as they moved around the course. Thanks to Resene Paints for the chilly bag full of goodies, including golf balls, sunscreen, a towel, pens, a chocolate bar and water – and Allied Concrete for even more golf balls! Plus, concrete foundation

construction company, Smart Slabs, cruised the course hydrating players with water. We wrapped up the day on the 19th hole with cold drinks and fine platters provided by Foodsters Catering, thanks to Lance and his crew from Mitre 10. The proceedings ended with an auction to help raise further funds for The Little Sisters of the Poor and a prize giving that once again brought smiles to our winning golfers’ faces (look out fish). A big thank you to the Akarana Golf Club managers and staff. We’re already looking forward to next year’s booking. Thanks everyone, well done. Peter Headland, Auckland Committee

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Huge Turnout at Practitioners Day

AUCKLAND

In just four weeks, Patrick Donoghue and Chris Boyle from the NZCB Auckland Committee put together a Licensed Builders Practitioner Day on the 29th of March. The event attracted a massive 340 member and non-member builders to the ASB Showgrounds in Greenlane.

Left: Some of the attendees at Practitioners Day. Right: NZCB Group Technical Manager Jason McClintock presenting on Codewords

Attendees registered for the event using Eventbrite and collected named lanyards with the event schedule attached on arrival. This approach provided us with the emails of the builders and allowed us to email them the day’s attendance record. In groups of 30, the builders visited 11 booths to take part in interactive training provided by selected merchants and suppliers. One of the training booths was run by Chris Boyle who directed groups through the central trade space where everyone got to spend five to 10 minutes hearing from each supplier – a great opportunity to promote their products and services. The dedicated training booths were run by: Trade space tour (Chris Boyle), Laminex New Zealand, PlaceMakers, Codewords (two delivered by NZCB’s Jason McClintock), Codewords (two delivered by NZCB’s Shane Ririnui) , GIB, Korok (Speed wall), Claymark, Outdure, Viking Roof Spec, Auckland Council. In the trade space was: Paslode, Laminex (onsite learning stand), Go Fox (Electrical display), PSP, Bunnings Trade, Hirepool, Legasea (fish for the people), GIB (Weatherline display), FreeUp, Hazardco, Korok display, Viking Roofspec display, NZCB photo backdrop display, Mitre 10, D.A.D.S, DeWalt, Savill Coordinates Ltd (tool belts, etc), NZCB display trailer.

On the day the builders achieved one years maintenance skill points made up of: Six elective points, four latest codewords, one onsite learning. Feedback from builders and suppliers was positive with many considering the event to be the new leading industry LBP training model. Planning is underway for the next LBP day to be held in September (date TBC). With several months of organisation (instead of one!) I’m sure this event will be even bigger and better – so keep an eye out for details.

Chris and I would like to thank everybody who sponsored, supported and helped make the day professional, enjoyable and an overall success. The event could not have been possible without the support of the NZCB Auckland Committee, who not only assisted on the day but financially backed the event. NZCB Auckland Committee Vice President Patrick Donoghue and NZCB Auckland Committee Independent Advisor Chris Boyle

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Nick Matthews Business Development Manager – South Island

Busy Times in the South It’s been all go in the South Island with Regional AGMs held in Blenheim/ Marlborough, Mid and South Canterbury, Central Otago and Southland. In the Nelson/Tasman region, the local committee organised and held a factory tour of the Xlam Cross Laminated Timber manufacturing plant in late March. NZCB President Tasman/Nelson, Dave Gunter said 25 members came on the tour to learn about alternative building products and methods. I was lucky enough to attend and present at BUILDit Tauranga while at National Support Office in midMarch. This expo is a good example of how local NZCB members are leading the industry, showing others what it means to raise the standard. The event was well attended by NZCB members and non-aligned builders, most taking the opportunity to earn LBP Skills Maintenance points, including on-site learning at workshops leading up to BUILDit Tauranga expo. Getting to Tauranga for the event was bittersweet. I drove up in my trusty old wagon for our last roadie together, catching the ferry and heading north over two days. The reward, once I finally arrived in Tauranga, was a brand-new Mitsubishi Outlander, any thoughts of missing the old wagon soon disappeared on the return journey… In early April, NZCB descended upon Blenheim. Staff members, including our CE and Derek Larson from BrokerWeb Risk Services, visited offices of influence around the CBD. We promoted NZCB, what our point of difference is, explaining our members’ qualifications, and the benefits of HALO. We spoke to 25 local businesses, including banks, architects, accountants, mortgage brokers, real estate companies and business advisors. The response was positive, with most

appearing to show real interest in our Association. To complete the day, we hosted an evening event at the Wine Station Café for local members, regional partners and everyone we’d met during the day. NZCB member and ITAB ambassador, Tom Walsh supported the event by speaking to attendees about his sporting life here in New Zealand and overseas. It’s not something we’ve done before, but if proven successful we’ll look at doing it in other regions to boost awareness of NZCB. The NZCB Apprentice Challenge took place on Saturday the 6th of April at 18 locations nationwide. It was pleasing to see similar entry numbers to last year’s event. In total, we received 93 entries from apprentices who were prepared to give up their Saturday to test themselves against their peers. It was great to see entries from Rotorua for the first time as well as eight female apprentices. See pages 65 to 69 for more details on regional events. Now the preparation for Conference begins and this year it’s in my home town of Christchurch! In February I was lucky enough to take a tour of the venue – the Christchurch Town Hall. This year’s conference is going to be unique due to the calibre of venue and the recently renovated Christchurch CBD. NZCB Canterbury is very much looking forward to hosting our National Conference again in the South Island. I’ll see you there.

‘The Old and the New’

SOUTH

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Shane Ririnui Business Development Manager – North Island

Healthy Future Ahead Kia ora everyone! I was very fortunate to attend the Northland Region’s Apprentice Challenge, which proved to be a tight competition with six apprentices completing the challenge at a very high level. While the judges announced Kyron Vette-Wright as the Northland 2019 Apprentice Challenge winner on the day, I believe all the participants were winners. I must highlight the amount of work and effort put in by the local ITP (Northtech) and Northland’s Regional Committee to plan and execute such a successful event. All the participants went away with a bag full of prizes. There were more than 90 participants competing nationwide in this year’s Apprentice Challenge, including eight female apprentices, which is great to see and paints a very healthy future ahead for our industry. To the regions! I have been a participant or in support of trade evenings/breakfasts and AGMs, where several new Regional Presidents were elected and Regional Committees formed. I have also been visiting our members, either on site or at their office, to discuss and

On the road again.

Northland Apprentices enjoying their hard work.

get feedback on our Association. So, don’t be nervous if I call to arrange a catch up in the coming months! I visited the Blenheim Region as part of a new initiative being trialled by the NSO (National Support Office). A group of us met with businesses of influence (e.g.: banks, brokers, architects, lawyers, real estate companies) to promote NZCB, what we offer and why it’s beneficial to choose our builders. Following those meetings, we held an evening event for the businesses, NZCB members and regional partners, creating another opportunity to connect and build relationships. I look forward to hearing the outcome of this new initiative from our members in the region. Next on the agenda is our National Conference and Expo in June, being held in Christchurch at the newly rebuilt Christchurch Town Hall. Make a note in your diary to confirm your attendance in the next month or two. Hope to see you there. That’s all from me for now. Ngā Mihi (thanks),

NORTH

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Industry Events Calendar 2019 EVENTS

PRESENTS

NZCB NATIONAL CONFERENCE & EXPO

QSIQ WORKSHOP

13–15 June

29 Apr–15 Aug

Christchurch Town Hall “Into the Future”

Tauranga Hamilton Ashburton Whangarei New Plymouth

The 21st NZCB National Conference & Expo is all about how technology is changing the building industry – it’s not too late to register, check out page 36 to 43 for more information.

Tue 25 June – Classic Flyers Museum Thu 27 June – Zealong Tea Estate Thu 8 August – Hotel Ashburton Mon 29 April – Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre Fri 10 May – The Devon Hotel

One day seminar for builders to learn effective pricing. In this seminar we cover: – best practice measuring – the connection between measuring materials and calculating labour – how to calculate labour – common pitfalls and items not charged for in P&G – making your tender letter look schmick and cover you for variations at the same time. You get a fully catered day, with a workbook to take away with you. After the seminar you also have 12 months access to a members only website of resources and our Facebook community to ask your questions. For LBPs, CPD points available. Contact RedQS to find out how to access NZTE funding to help cover the costs of the seminar.

NZCB APPRENTICE CHALLENGE 2019 FINAL The NZCB Apprentice Challenge Final for 2019 will take place at the same time the NZCB National Conference & Expo.

Spaces are limited so don’t delay check out www.redgroup.nz/qs-iq-workshops/ to register.

See page 67 for this years finalists!

TECH TIPS —

Moving Photos to the Cloud

Having trouble sharing images with staff and clients?

2. How secure? Most are pretty secure but if you have sensitive data (such as customer or financial info) you will want to choose an option that requires specific security steps to access it. Just make sure you set security settings carefully before sharing.

With phones being the key piece of technology these days, businesses are using them to help share info on site. Sharing photos or plans instantly can really help save you time but you need a simple way for staff or clients to access the same data. Cloud storage is the answer – it means you can securely save, access and share images, anytime from any connected device.

3. Which device or platform? To access files on any device, check out if the storage is specific to the device or platform or available everywhere.

Three things to think about when choosing cloud storage

Start with the key players – Google Drive, DropBox, Apple iCloud and Microsoft OneDrive.

1. How much?

Whatever you choose if you want some help getting your tech set up and running we’re here to help. Call Noel Leeming’s friendly Tech Solutions team on 0800 555 989 to find out more

Depending on how many photos and small documents you are uploading, free storage allowance might be enough. However, if it is not enough you’ll want to consider paying for additional storage packages. These are usually for a small monthly fee and can be increased when you need to.

This Tech Tip was supplied by Noel Leeming Commercial. You’ll know us as New Zealand’s largest technology retailer but there’s so much more to Noel Leeming Commercial. We’re your one stop shop for your fitout – no matter the size or complexity. We work with residential and commercial builders, joiners, quantity surveyors, architects and designers to provide everything you need. Partnering with Noel Leeming means no surprises, great deals and your own Commercial Manager to make sure you get what you need – when you need it.

TECH TIPS —

Collaborative Approach Winning more jobs can be as simple as switching up your processes and changing your mindset. How many hours do you spend pricing projects that never eventuate to anything? What is your pricing/tendering success rate? You have the power to drastically improve your project success rate when adopting a ‘collaborative approach’ with both clients and architects / designers. Forming a team in the early design stages is paramount for a successful outcome for your business and for your client. As an architecture firm we see time and time again how beneficial this process is for all parties involved.

Clients are well looked after from the beginning knowing they are in the hands of a skilled team working together to achieve the desired outcome. Working collaboratively builds great relationships and great relationships will win you jobs. The architect/designer works with the client and the builder to find the right solutions. The builder can contribute to the project ensuring the design and selections are within budget at all times – converting, in almost every case, to a signed build contract.

What does this look like in real life? How do you adopt this approach yourself? Hear more at the NZCB Annual Conference. Casey will be speaking at 12pm – don’t miss it! This Tech Tip was supplied by Curtis Architecture. Curtis Architecture is a forward thinking, progressive architecture company striving to provide clients and builders with a service which is second to none. We are your one stop shop for all your architectural needs – no matter the size or complexity, we are here to help. Curtis Architecture strives to work in close collaboration with our clients and builders at all times, to ensure the feasibility and buildability of all projects from the outset.

TECH TIPS —

MiTek Posi-STRUT Discovers Inner Space Looking for a strong, versatile flooring and roofing system?

Join architects, builders and engineers across New Zealand who are choosing to work with MiTek Posi-STRUT Floor Cassettes. With the versatility of timber and the strength of steel, Posi-STRUT is a customised, totally engineered system that’s lightweight and easy to handle. The unique open-web design of MiTek Posi-STRUTs makes them the ideal option for today’s buildings. By using this innovative system, you’ll save time and money, as well as enjoy the following benefits: • Easy access for services on-site means the structural integrity of your design won’t be compromised; drilling through solid timber beams is not ideal.

• The prefabricated cassettes reduce on-site construction time and offer an immediate safe working platform. • They’re precision-built in the prefabrication plant, reducing the risks of on-site waste and theft. • Their remarkable strength and rigidity enables them to span long distances with minimal weight. • They can also be designed to support upper load bearing walls, while wide flanges give floor sheathing greater stiffness. This Tech Tip was brought to you by MiTek. MiTek is a proud and committed New Zealand manufacturer specialising in the building components industry. We are continually streamlining building component design for improvements in timber truss and wall-frame design solutions and associated fixings with engineers, designers and construction companies.

NEXT GENERATION —

INDUSTRY TRAINING ASSOCIATION BUILDING

ITAB Apprentice Completions Ara Institute of Canterbury Falikiko Cook

Boss Construction

Braden Hislop

Maynard Builders Limited

Sean Caddy

Construction NZ Building Limited

Sebastian Simpson

Vertex Construction Limited

Tony Zhu

Master Ace Construction

Hamana Daymond

He toki ki te mahi Trust

Leslie Meager

Lampard Limited

Jason Prescott

Metzger Builders Limited

Nelson Marlborough Insititute of Technology (NMIT) Kelvin Brown

Nelson Contracting Limited

Northtec – Future Trades Ryan Lazenby

Steve Edwards Builders Limited

Franz De Graaf

Nicholas Findlay

Otago Polytechnic Samuel James Huntington

Stewart Construction Limited

UNITEC Institute of Technology Fakatoutangata Pahulu

Tiger Building Contractors Limited

New Zealand’s Most Employable Apprentices

NEXT GENERATION —

NZCB Apprentice Challenge Regional Competitions On Saturday the 6th of April, 93 apprentices fronted up at 7:00am to venues nationwide to compete for the right to represent their region in this year’s NZCB Apprentice Challenge. All 18 regions were well represented with both ITAB and BCITO apprentices, with record numbers in Hamilton, Gisborne and Invercargill. For the first time in the history of the Apprentice Challenge, the competition saw a record number of women entering. A total of eight women took part, representing regions from Waikato to Southland and everywhere in between.

family, friends and those affected by cancer can be accommodated while undergoing treatment. The Cancer Society is a worthy not-for-profit charity doing great work in the community and NZCB is delighted to support them.

NZCB wishes all apprentices who entered the 2019 Apprentice Challenge the best for their apprenticeship training. To the 20 finalists, we look forward to hosting you in Christchurch.

Judges reported the competition was tight again this year and, in most regions only a handful of marks separated the top three place getters. Overall, most apprentices completed the project within the allotted eight-hour time frame and produced a high standard of workmanship. ITM returned as the supporting sponsor and provided materials, prizes and venues. This made sure every apprentice was well dressed on the day in NZCB and ITM branded t-shirts. Thanks to ITM and its supplier ToolWare, the lucky winners all received a new split pocket apron, a selection of hand tools including aviation snips, hole-saw kits, clamps, tape measures, driver bit kits and tote bags. Many regional ITM stores also added to the prize packages, ensuring all 93 apprentices didn’t go home empty handed. Thanks for the fantastic and generous prizes!

Back row left to right: Wayne You, Enoch Sannyasi, Minister of Education Hon Chris Hipkins, Peter Fox (challenge winner), NZCB Wellington President Adrian Reid. Front Row: ITM Parapine Upper Hutt Store Owner Lance Harvey, David Giles.

The Apprentice Challenge continues to grow. This year’s competition saw Rotorua apprentices enter for the first time. This means 20 apprentices will go through to Christchurch in June to compete for the Ken Reid Memorial Trophy. Manawatu’s Christine Thomas also made history, being the first female apprentice to qualify for the National Final. A record number of MPs attended challenges this year including the Minister of Education Hon Chris Hipkins, who attended the Wellington challenge at Parapine ITM, Upper Hutt. NZCB Regional President Adrian Reid said Minister Hipkins commented on how great the bench seats looked and briefly discussed the review of vocational training. It’s great to see Politicians taking an interest in the Apprentice Challenge and the next generation of builders.

May the best apprentice win! Nick Matthews Business Development Manager – South Island

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NZCB Apprentice Challenge Regional Competition Thanks to the Supporters Congratulations and many thanks to the supporters! Often you are the unsung heroes who every year help out with judging, cook the barbeque, provide encouragement and help ensure the day runs smoothly for the apprentice competitors. It goes without saying, if we didn’t have your support the Apprentice Challenge would not be the success it is.

Thank you for giving up your time and supporting the next generation of carpenters!

Congratulations Christine on being the first woman to make it to the finals “The Building Industry needs more women to join the industry to help with the shortage of skilled tradespeople and also add some diversity and skill” says NZCB Chief Executive, Grant Florence. “I am delighted that we had eight women participate in this year’s NZCB Apprentice Challenge. A record for the event and the Association. “Christine (Kitty) Thomas was the winner of the Manawatu regional competition, which is fantastic. Kitty describes her strengths as being a great problem solver and somebody who works well under pressure. We have plenty of that in our industry currently!! Good luck for the final Kitty”.

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Meet the 2019 NZCB Apprentice Challenge Finalists! Good luck to all the finalists as you advance to the National Final in June! Kyron Vette-Wright |

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Kyron is an ITAB apprentice employed by CJ Building Services in Whangarei.

Liam is an ITAB Apprentice employed by Adan Larson Builders in Strafford, Taranaki.

Leon Beuth |

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Leon is an ITAB apprentice employed by Lifebuilt Construction Limited in Silverdale, Auckland.

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Regan is a BCITO apprentice employed by Thistle Building Company Limited in Masterton.

Peter Fox | WELLINGTON

Cedric Folaumoetui | AUCKLAND SOUTH Cedric is an ITAB apprentice employed by Kiwi Construction Limited in St Johns, Auckland.

Peter is an ITAB apprentice employed by NZ Proud Limited in Paraparaumu. Peter is returning for his second year to the Apprentice Challenge.

Zaylan Skinner | WAIKATO

William Quarmby | NELSON BAYS

Zaylan is an ITAB apprentice employed by Mackenzie Construction (2014) Limited in Thames.

William is an ITAB apprentice employed by Quarmby Carpentry & Joinery Limited in Brightwater, Nelson.

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Blair is an ITAB apprentice employed by Peter Vossen Builders Limited in Matamata.

Tyler is an ITAB apprentice employed by D.M Wilson Construction Limited in Hanmer Springs. Tyler is back for his second year of the Apprentice Challenge.

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Tafesilafai Lalomilo |

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Ross is a BCITO apprentice employed by Oswald Construction Limited in Rotorua.

Tafesilafai is an ITAB apprentice employed by Takahe Construction Limited in Christchurch.

Thomas Grainger |

Liam Finn |

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MID & SOUTH CANTERBURY

Thomas is an ITAB apprentice employed by Wade Construction Limited in Taupo.

Liam is an ITAB apprentice employed by Nolan Building Limited in Timaru.

Tim Crasborn |

Isaac Graham |

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Tim is a BCITO apprentice employed by Christie Builders and Joiners Limited in Napier.

Isaac is an ITAB apprentice employed by Naylor Love Construction Limited in Dunedin.

Baxter Mackay |

Zac Shields |

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Baxter is a BCITO apprentice employed by Character Building Limited in Gisborne.

Christine Thomas |

CENTRAL OTAGO

Zac is an ITAB apprentice employed by Dunlop Builders in Wanaka.

Corey Mennell |

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Corey is a BCITO apprentice employed by Kennedy Brothers Building Limited in Riverton, Southland.

Christine is an ITAB apprentice employed by Paul Hewitt in Palmerston North.

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More Change Imminent As we approach the mid-point of the year, our industry is facing yet more disruption. The Construction Accord has just been signed, there are more regulatory changes on the way, and we’re yet to see exactly what the government will do with their plans to reform vocational education. There’s been a lot of debate about the Review of Vocational Education (RoVE), which proposes to create one Institute of Technology (from the current 16), redefine the roles of Polytechnics and ITOs, and create a unified funding system. Regardless of the outcome of this process, it’s crucial that we retain a range of delivery models for training which suits both employer and apprentice. The success of the ITAB model, which has proven its worth through polytechnic-based training and on site experience, should be kept, and grown. The refining of ITAB and AST into one body will enable the extra support to be maintained, to apprentices in need.

It was pleasing to see the high profile of the recent round of regional NZCB Apprentice Challenge events.

Nearly 100 apprentices were competing this year, and interest continues to grow with support from employers, polytechnic staff, and the apprentices themselves. Social media played a key role in promoting the events, with regular updates via Facebook and other channels occurring throughout the day. I spend some time at the Tauranga event and it was great to see the level of interest from passers-by, as well as a strong presence from employers. I’m looking forward to all the finalists pitting themselves against each other at the national finals in June. All the best to you all.

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Building apprentice Building apprentice Manawatū’s top apprentice named has forfor thethe job job hasan aneye eye

Manawatū’s top building apprentice will battle it out against other regional winners for the New Zealand’s title. the increasing demand for worth $50,000 and the Ken Christine Thomas won the Winner aims to Read Memorial Trophy. and the trade-qualified, thehighly-skilled increasing demand for worth $50,000 Ken Manawatū event of the New Zeaand well-rounded building Working from detailed contrade-qualified, highly-skilled Read Memorial Trophy. land Certified Builders Appreneventually build professionals,” Florence says. struction plans, six Hawke’s and well-rounded building Working from detailed conMore comprehensive than Bay apprentices were given tice Challenge, which was professionals,” struction plans, six Hawke’s his own home other apprentice training Florence says. eight hours to create a park combined with the New Plymouth More comprehensive than Bayendapprentices schemes and programmes, the seat, the results beingwere given event, on April 6. Apprentices judged eight on hours workmanship, other scheme apprentice training to create a ITAB park apprenticeship provides moreschemes than four years were given eight hours to build a measuring, and results asand programmes, the seat, cutting the end being of extensive practical experisembly,judged before being donated park seat from instructions. ITAB apprenticeship scheme on workmanship, ence and solid theoretical to the regional Cancer Society provides more than four years The finished products were measuring, cutting and astraining, setting apprentices up division. Doug Laing of career extensive sembly, before judged on workmanship, for a successful in thepractical experiCrasborn said he was inbeing his donated eading building apence and solid theoretical building industry with a broad Cancer Society elementtointhe theregional competition. measuring, cutting and assembprentice Tim Crasborn set of professional skills. recently worked on a training, setting apprentices up Doug Laing He’s division. ling, with Thomas’ seat getting must have had a good year-long renovationsaid of he a was in his for a successful career in the eye for a new career ap- century-oldCrasborn the highest score. home. eading building building industry with a broad element in the competition. when he changed jobs three “It’s a really good company The 29-year-old is in the third prentice Tim Crasborn set of professional skills. He’s recently worked on a WHAT DO years ago. to work for, because we year of her building apprenticehave had a good specialise He was must an optometrist with year-long renovation of YOU a in renovating old THINK? ship at Summerside Ltd. As a eyefrom for five a new qualifications yearscareer bungalows and villas, with a lot century-old home. Email studying in changed Utrecht injobs the three when he regional winner, Thomas won a editor@hbtoday.co.nz “It’s a really good company of detail you just wouldn’t see Netherlands. WHAT DO to have your say. years ago. range of trade tools and will comto work because we in a modern home,”for, he says. Crasborn, who has Dutch He was an optometrist with in what’s renovating old YOU THINK? pete against 19 other regional “Andspecialise you don’t know parents and whose father qualifications from fivetoyears there tillbungalows you open upand the walls villas, with a lot turned from optometry Email winners for the Ken Read Memstudying was in Utrecht in the — it can be a whole can of orcharding, 18 when he editor@hbtoday.co.nz orial Trophy and $50,000 of prizes. We encourage our member worms.”of detail you just wouldn’t see outgrew Havelock North High Netherlands. to have your say. The National Challenge is in Crasborn has immersed School and headed for has Dutch in a modern home,” he says. Crasborn, who builders to take on apprentices, as with theyou aim don’t that he the Netherlands. Christchurch on June 14 and 15 at “And know what’s parents and whose father himself, will eventually build his own Now 34, and the New Zealand Certified Builthere till you open up the walls turned from optometry to new home. it creates a pathway into the winner last ders annual conference. — likely it canbe be a whole can of orcharding, It will a smaller week of New was 18 when he industry and ensures the sector worms.” outgrew Havelock North High house, demonstrating his disApprentices are required to give a Zealand Certilike for some of the bigger, Crasborn has immersed fied Builders School and headed for presentation to conference can meet the increasing demand spacious homes of the modern Apprentice himself, with the aim that he the Netherlands. delegates, be interviewed by developments. Challenge Grant Florence, NZCB chief executive will eventually build his own Now 34, and industry experts and submit a It will be an advance on a Hawke’s Bay home. winner final,last 10sq m new hut he’s built in Hastregional portfolio of their work. It will be a smaller week ings, but says it willlikely be quality he says of he New was New Zealand Certified Builhouse, his diswith extra time demonstrating well-spent. Zealand Certitired of the same ders chief executive Grant Flor- Christine Thomas, right, has won the Manawatū event of the New Zealand NZCB chief executive day-in, day-out roulike for someGrant of the bigger, fied Builders Florence was impressed tine and had a dream of one ence said the skill and talent of Certified Builders Apprentice Challenge. Thomas is pictured with MP Barbara spacious homeswith of the modern Apprentice the skill,developments. talent and passion the theexecutive apprentices was evident this Kuriger. 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Apprentice a cut above the others Peter Fox, from Paraparaumu, has claimed victory against four other skilled apprentices, winning the title of Wellington’s top building apprentice at the New Zealand Certified Builders (NZCB) Apprentice Challenge. The competition was fierce as this year’s challenge received a large number of entries nationwide, including a record number of entries nationwide from female apprentices. Apprentices were given eight hours to create a park seat from detailed construction plans. The park seats were assessed by a panel of expert judges on workmanship, measuring, cutting and assembly, with Fox’s park seat receiving the highest overall score. The park seats crafted by apprentices will be donated to their respective regional Cancer Society divisions, including the accommodation services offered by the society. Peter, 32, is in the third year of his building apprenticeship at NZ Proud. As the regional winner, he takes home a range of trade tools courtesy of sponsor ITM, and will move forward to represent Wellington at the NZCB Apprentice Challenge Final, to be held at the NZCB annual conference in Christchurch on June 14-15. He will face 19 other regional winners from around the country to compete for the Ken Read Memorial Trophy and $50,000 in prizes. NZCB chief executive Grant Florence was impressed with the skill, talent, and passion the carpentry apprentices demonstrated — a testament to their dedication, employer

support, and the comprehensive training provided by the Industry Training Association Building scheme. “The future of New Zealand’s building industry is dependent on a robust pipeline of topquality apprentices. “Fostering and encouraging young talent is a responsibility NZCB takes seriously. “We encourage our member builders to take on apprentices, as it creates a pathway into the industry and ensures the sector can meet the increasing demand for trade-qualified, highly-skilled and well-rounded building professionals.”

after an apprentice challenge on Saturday. Baxter Mackay, a 23-year-old in his third PAGE 1 of 2 year of an apprenticeship with Character Building won the New Zealand Certified Builders (NZCB) Apprentice Challenge and will progress to the national final in June. Mackay demonstrated the greatest quality of workmanship, accuracy of measuring and cutting, assembly, and ability to work to a detailed plan. O’Shea Mead-Codore took second place and Dean Pohatu third. For this year’s challenge apprentices had eight hours to build a park seat. The task aimed to put the apprentices’ skills, attention to detail, and time management to the test. Their work was judged by a panel of building practitioners and industry educators. The challenge was held under the canopy at Home Plus, 390 Gladstone Road. The Gisborne event was one of 18 NZCB Apprentice Challenge events held around the country in association with building suppliers ITM, the Industry Training Association Building and with support from Apprenticeship Scholarship Trust. The park seats crafted by the apprentices will be donated to their respective regional Cancer Society divisions, including the accommodation services offered by the society. Mackay will face 19 other regional winners from around the country to compete for the Ken Read Memorial Trophy and $50,000 in prizes at the NZCB Apprentice Challenge final which will be held at the NZCB annual conference in Christchurch on June 14-15. Gisborne Certified Builders president Phill Claffey said the challenge on Saturday was a great day. “Having the Gladstone Road location was fantastic as we had a lot of people stopping in to see what was going on.” The Gisborne event had seven apprentices who work for local building companies who are members of the Certified builders Association.

chairs, “Thanks to Darren and his team at Tumu Itm Gisborne. They also supplied first, second and third prize packs which included gift vouchers and tools, valued at $1500,” Mr Claffey said. Minor sponsors were Mico Plumbing Gisborne, Bunnings Trade and Home Plus who hosted the event. NZCB chief executive Grant Florence was impressed with the skill, talent, and passion the carpentry apprentices demonstrated. It was a testament to their dedication, employer support, and the comprehensive training provided by the ITAB (Industry Training Association Building) scheme, he said. “The future of New Zealand’s building industry is dependent on a robust pipeline of top quality apprentices. Fostering and encouraging young talent is a responsibility NZCB takes seriously. “We encourage our member builders to take on apprentices, as it creates a pathway into the industry and ensures the sector can meet the increasing demand for trade-qualified, highly-skilled and well-rounded building professionals,” Mr Florence said.

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McIntyre hammers title home

Local, 39, named Rotorua’s top apprentice, to compete in finals

oss McIntyre has been named Rotorua’s top building apprentice at the New Zealand Certified Builders Apprentice Challenge. The competition was fierce last weekend and the challenge received a large amount of entries nationwide, including a record number of entries from female apprentices. Apprentices were given just eight hours to create a park seat from detailed construction plans. The park seats were assessed by a panel of expert judges on workmanship, measuring, cutting and assembly, with McIntyre’s park seat receiving the highest overall score. The park seats crafted by apprentices will be donated to their respective regional Cancer Society divisions, including the accommodation services offered by the society. McIntyre, 39, is in the second year of his building apprenticeship at Oswald Construction Ltd. As the regional winner he takes home a range of trade tools courtesy of sponsor ITM, and will move forward to represent Rotorua at the NZCB Apprentice Challenge Final to be held at the NZCB Annual Conference in Christchurch from June 14 to 15. McIntyre will face 19 other regional winners from around the country to compete for the Ken Read Memorial Trophy and $50,000 in prizes. NZCB chief executive Grant

Florence was impressed with the skill, talent and passion the carpentry apprentices demonstrated — a testament to their dedication, employer support and the comprehensive training provided by the Industry Training Association Building scheme. “The future of New Zealand’s building industry is dependent on a robust pipeline of top-quality apprentices. Fostering and encouraging young talent is a responsibility NZCB takes seriously. “We encourage our member builders to take on apprentices, as it creates a pathway into the industry and ensures the sector can meet the increasing demand for trade-qualified, highly skilled and well-rounded building professionals,” Florence said. More comprehensive than other apprentice training schemes and programmes, the ITAB apprenticeship scheme provides over four years of extensive practical experience and solid theoretical training, setting apprentices up for a successful career in the building industry with a broad set of professional skills.

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Southland has a new top apprentice and he’s not as young as you may think. Corey Mennell, 44, won the Southland division of the 2019 New Zealand Certified Builders Association’s apprentice chal- Corey Mennell took up a building apprenticeship 2 1⁄2 years ago. lenge on Saturday. Mennell had landscaped for 15 years and ran his own com- workmanship, measuring, cutpany before taking up a building ting and assembly. ‘‘It’s quite challenging because apprenticeship 2 1⁄2 years ago. He pursued it by approaching his you have limited time, and current boss, who was building a measuring and accuracy is still house at the time. important.’’ Mennell had always wanted to The competition was a good be a builder and the opportunity opportunity for builders to put to become one simply arrived their skills to the test, he said. Timaru Herald, Timaru Canterbury later in life, he said. Mennell 08 Apr 2019, by Joanne Holdenwill now compete PMCA licensed copy. You may not Herald, Timaruwith Canterbury involved 19 other regional champions further copy, reproduce,The record, competitionTimaru retransmit, sell, publish, distribute, 08 Apr 2019, by Joanne Holden News,in page 418.00 cm² event in ChristPMCAor licensed copy.making You may not an outdoor seat General within the3 -national share store this information further copy, reproduce, record, without thesell, prior written consent of Provincial - circulation 8,367 (MTWTFS-) retransmit, publish, distribute, eight hours and it was judged General News,on page 3 -church 418.00 cm²on June 14 and 15. the Print Media share or store thisCopyright informationAgency. Phone or email without +64-4-4984487 the prior written consent of the Print Media Copyright Agency. info@pmca.co.nz for further Phone +64-4-4984487 or email information. info@pmca.co.nz for further information.

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right smack on the money’’, earning him the top spot at his first go of the second annual competition. Gallagher hoped to see more apprentices compete next year but said it was a matter of ‘‘motivating the bosses who

Apprentice builder Liam Anderson, from Stratford, works on his garden seat during the competition in New Plymouth GLENN JEFFREY/STUFF on Saturday.

Apprentices vie for building title CATHERINE GROENESTEIN Apprentices vying for honours at a building competition on Saturday created park benches to help people with cancer. Saturday sport and other commitments reduced the field of apprentices competing in the regional round of the New Zealand Certified Builders Association challenge, but it was a successful day nonetheless, association president Adan Larsen said. Stratford apprentice Liam

Anderson will represent Taranaki, and Christine Thomas of Palmerston North won the chance to represent Manawatu at the national event in Christchurch in June. They and third-placed Tane Uhila each received a prize pack. This year’s challenge, held at ITM in New Plymouth, gave apprentices eight hours to build a park seat, a challenging task that put their skills, attention to detail, and time management to the test. The completed benches were

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hangārei apprenpete for the Ken Read hangārei appren- Memorial tice Kyron Vettepete forTrophy the Ken and Read Wright tice Kyron has Vette- $50,000 in prizes. Trophy Memorial and claimed Wright victoryhas NZCB chief executive $50,000 in prizes.Grant against six claimed other skilled victory Florence was impressed with NZCB chief executive Grant apprentices, winning the title talent and passion the against six other skilled the skill, Florence was impressed with of Northland’s top building ap-title carpentry apprentices demonapprentices, winning the the skill, talent and passion the prentice at the NZCB Apprenstrated — a testament to their of Northland’s carpentry apprentices tice Challenge. top building ap- dedication, employer support,demonprentice at the NZCB Apprenstrated — a testament The competition was fierce and the comprehensive train-to their tice as thisChallenge. year’s Apprentice Chaldedication, employer support, ing provided by the ITAB (InThe competition was fiercedustry lenge received a large number andTraining the comprehensive Association trainasentries this year’s Apprentice Chal- Building) of nationwide, including provided scheme. by the ITAB (Ining a record number from felenge received a large number “The future of New Association Zeadustry Training male apprentices. of entries nationwide, includ- land’s building scheme. industry is deBuilding) were given just fe- pendent on a robust pipeline ingApprentices a record number from “The future of New Zeaeight to create a park male hours apprentices. building industry is deof land’s top-quality apprentices. seat from detailed construcApprentices were given justFostering andon encouraging pendent a robust pipeline tion plans. eight createwere a park young talent is a responsibility The hours park to seats of takes top-quality seat from NZCB seriously. apprentices. assessed by adetailed panel of construcexpert Fostering and “We encourage our encouraging memtion plans. judges on workmanship, talent responsibility builders to is a take on The park were ber young measuring, cuttingseats and asas itseriously. creates a NZCB takes sembly, assessedwith by a Vette-Wright’s panel of expert apprentices, pathway into the industry and mem“We encourage our park seat receiving the highest judges on workmanship, ensures the sector can meet ber builders to take on overall score. measuring, cutting and as- the increasing demand for The parkwith seatsVette-Wright’s crafted by apprentices, as it creates a sembly, trade-qualified, highly-skilled apprentices will be donated to pathway into the industry and park seat receiving the highest and well-rounded building their respective regional Canensures the overall score. professionals,” sayssector Grant. can meet cer Society divisions, including the comprehensive increasing demand for park seats services crafted by More than the The accommodation highly-skilled apprentice training apprentices be donated to othertrade-qualified, offered by thewill society. and and well-rounded building programmes, the their respective regional Can- schemes Vette-Wright, aged 20, is in Grant. apprenticeshipsays scheme the year of his building cer third Society divisions, including ITABprofessionals,” morecomprehensive than four years than More apprenticeship at CJ Building the accommodation services provides of extensive practical experi-training other apprentice Ltd. offered by the society. enceschemes and solid theoretical and programmes, the aged 20, AsVette-Wright, the regional winner, he is in training, setting apprentices up apprenticeship scheme the home third year of of histrade building for aITAB takes a range successful career in the provides more than four years tools courtesy of sponsor apprenticeship at CJ ITM, Building building industry with a broad of professional extensive practical experiand Ltd.will move forward to set of skills. ence andentries solid represent Northland at the Meanwhile, are theoretical now As the regionalChallenge winner, he opentraining, NZCB Apprentice setting apprentices up for the Registered Master takes tohome a range trade Builders Final, be held at the of NZCB for aCarters successful career in the 2019 ApprenAnnual Conference in Christtools courtesy of sponsor ITM, tice building of the Year competition. industry with a broad church on June and will move14-15. forward to set of professional skills. Vette-Wright will faceat19the represent Northland Meanwhile, entries are now other winners from NZCB regional Apprentice Challenge open for the Registered Master around comFinal, tothebecountry held attothe NZCB

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Four bench seats constructed in a South Canterbury building apprentice challenge will be given to the community. Tools will be up this Saturday when four of the region’s building apprentices go head to head in an event which runs for eight hours – joining a pool of 99 nationwide taking part in the New Zealand Certified Builders (NZCB) Apprentice Challenge. This will be the second year South Canterbury has hosted the competition and regional president Dan Gallagher would like to see it get bigger. Northern Advocate, Whangarei Northland 10 Apr 2019 Last year the Northern competition hadWhangarei Northland PMCA licensed copy. You may not censed copy. You may not Advocate, opy, reproduce, record, further copy, reproduce, record, four apprentices, one of them 10 Apr 2019 mit, sell, publish, distribute, licensed copy. You may not General News, page 6 - 350.00 cm² retransmit, sell, publish, distribute, store information copy, this reproduce, record, from North Canterbury, as there share or store this information he prior written consent of smit, sell, publish, distribute, Provincial - page circulation 10,968 without the prior written consent of General News, 6 - 350.00 cm² (MTWTFS-) to compete Media Agency.was not enough room or store Copyright this information the Print Media Copyright Agency. 64-4-4984487 email of at the Christchurch t the prior writtenorconsent Provincial - circulation 10,968 (MTWTFS-) Phone +64-4-4984487 or email competition. nt Media Copyright Agency. mca.co.nz for further

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judged by a panel of experienced building practitioners and industry educators who were looking for quality of workmanship, accuracy of measuring and cutting, assembly, and an ability to work to a detailed plan. The benches would be placed where people undergoing rehabilitation and cancer treatment could use them, he said. The Taranaki event was one of 18 regional NZCB Apprentice Challenge events held around the country, with 92 competitors taking part.

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Details emerge on building reforms

Proposals include stiffer penalties for people working in the $15 billion building sector. Photo / File

Submissions now open on proposed changes to act Anne Gibson

he biggest changes to the Building Act in 15 years could see stiffer penalties for those working in the $15 billion sector, builders held more accountable for their work, product regulation changes and a building levy reduction. Jenny Salesa, Building and Construction Minister, said yesterday submissions were now open on the Building Act 2004 changes and people had till June 16 to share their views. “These proposed reforms will deliver safer and more durable buildings, a highperforming building sector and better efficiency in our

regulatory system,” Salesa said, referring to the Government’s Construction Sector Accord unveiled on Sunday. “We are consulting on proposals to improve the regulation of building products and modern methods of construction including offsite manufacturing, strengthen occupational regulation, look at how risk and liability are managed, possibly reduce the building levy and strengthen penalties for those who don’t comply with the law,” she said. People needed to understand their responsibilities, more skilled workers were needed, better-quality buildings were necessary and people must be held more accountable when things go wrong, she said. According to Statistics NZ, in the year to January nonresidential building consents totalled $7.1 billion, up 7 per cent on the previous year.

Residential consents were 33,576, up 7.4 per cent. The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) said people would get the opportunity to submit “on the biggest proposed changes to the Building Act since it was introduced in 2004”. A discussion paper now out details the reforms’ scope. “Those aim to address many long-standing problems ranging from low productivity and inefficient practices and processes to attempt to resolve the skills and labour shortages, to resolving issues of poor health and safety,” MBIE says. Last year, ministry officials met with key people in the sector to understand what was curbing it and how it could be more efficient and effective. “These discussions helped us get a better understanding of the problems,” MBIE said. Concerns are unclear roles

and responsibilities, lack of information when it is needed and difficulty holding people to account for work quality. Criticisms of the current act are that information is not available when it is needed, it is difficult to hold people accountable for the quality of their work and problems addressing these concerns. MBIE says key areas of concern revolve around: ● Building products and methods; ● Occupational regulation, specifically the regimes for licensed building practitioners, engineers, plumbers, gasfitters and drainlayers; ● Risk and liability; ● The building levy; ● Offences and penalties. Grant Florence, NZ Certified Builders Association chief executive, welcomed the plans but said issues had been addressed many times by the previous Government, all

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2019 21st Annual NZCB AGM, Conference & Expo Accompanied by AWCI*

13th, 14th and 15th June Christchurch Town Hall â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Christchurch The perfect place to network and mingle with like-minded tradespeople

up to

650+

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expected to attend

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*Association of Wall and Ceiling Industries will be joining our conference and expo â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all AWCI members welcome to attend. NZCB members and AWCI members can register via www.cvent.com/events/21st-annualnzcb-conference-expo/event-summary-ffb975 46f90e4f54a6e2376e643192f1.aspx

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