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CONTENTS

WAIKATO EDITION: 1 | 2022 | REF CODE #V22W1

A wide-ranging look at risk management Five steps to develop a proven strategy

Navigating your finances Tips from a veteran tradie

Working smarter, not harder How to keep projects on time, time after time

Risky business What happens when your building company goes down the slippery slope?

Supply chain strain Navigating your way through delays

Information risk Mitigating the effects of poor-quality documentation

The five largest small business challenges Daily obstacles all company owners face

Hidden building costs Out of sight shouldn’t be out of mind

Welcome... Welcome to Waikato’s first edition of Elevate, the magazine dedicated to lifting building performance. In this issue we look at the recent Building Code requirements taking aim at energy efficiency and outline five steps to develop a risk management strategy for construction scheduling. You’ll find articles on hidden building costs, managing your finances, and the

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five largest small business challenges. From a logistics perspective, there are pieces on how to keep projects on time, time after time, navigating your way through supply chain delays, modernising our rental laws and what to look for in a real estate agent... plus lots more. Enjoy.

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By the numbers

New Building Code requirements take aim at energy efficiency

These are the biggest energy efficiency changes to the Building Code in over a decade and will support the building and construction sector to help New Zealand reach its goal of net zero carbon emissions by 2050

The latest changes to the Building Code will make new homes and buildings warmer, drier and healthier, with less impact on the climate, says Jenni Tipler, manager of Building Performance and Engineering at the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment. The changes focus on increases to insulation requirements and introduce six new climate zones to reflect the specific weather experienced in different parts of New Zealand. “These are the biggest energy efficiency changes to the Building Code in over a decade and will support the building and construction sector to help New Zealand reach its goal of net zero carbon emissions by 2050,” Jenni says. “The new requirements will reduce the energy needed to heat homes by up to 40 percent, allowing people to heat their homes more easily and efficiently, which will lead to positive health impacts and increased energy savings for New Zealanders. “One of the simplest and most cost-effective ways to boost thermal performance is to increase roof insulation. That’s why we’ve decided to double the minimum amount of roof insulation required for new builds across the country. “Windows represent the largest source of heat loss

in new homes, so we are increasing the minimum insulation level for windows across the country, with a focus on targeted higher upgrades in colder climate zones. “We recognise that regions across New Zealand have very different climates and the six new climate zones announced today mean buildings will need to be constructed to different insulation levels to reflect this. “The new window insulation requirements in the warmest climate zones will see a twostep approach with an interim increase in the next year and an additional increase in the following year. By the end of 2023, all parts of the country will have a similar minimum level of window insulation requirements.”

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List of changes in this year’s update: 1. Energy efficiency for housing and small buildings – focusing on the level of insulation in Acceptable Solution H1/AS1 and Verification Method H1/VM1. 2. Energy efficiency for large buildings – focusing on the level of insulation in Acceptable Solution H1/AS2 and Verification H1/VM2. 3. Energy efficiency for heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in commercial buildings – introducing the Verification Method H1/VM3 for the energy efficiency of HVAC systems. 4. Natural light for higherdensity housing – refreshing the Acceptable Solutions and Verification Methods (AS/VMs) for clause G7 to ensure

people have the sufficient amount of daylight for higher density housing. 5. Weathertightness testing for higher-density housing – a revised a weathertightness testing method cited in Verification Method E2/VM2 that can be used to demonstrate that cladding systems are sufficiently weathertight. 6. Standards referenced in B1 Structure – citation of four new standards used to demonstrate compliance for structural design in Acceptable Solution B1/AS1 and Verification Method B1/VM1. 7. Editorial changes to Acceptable Solution B1/AS1 – amended text within Acceptable Solution B1/AS1 to make editorial changes in regards to geotechnical requirements.

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A wide-ranging look at

risk management

Five proven steps to develop a risk management strategy for construction scheduling The engineering and construction industry has historically taken an informal and improvisational approach to risk management, often leading to risks being identified too late in the project lifecycle. Results from the June 2020 quarter survey depicted that building projects throughout New Zealand were expected to see delays in completion times lasting between 20 and 60 working days, with the impact of COVID-19 regulations yet to be accounted for.

categories in diminishing significance levels: site conditions, main contractor, pricing, subcontractor, external and client related risk. It’s important to expand that focus, elevating that visibility to the program level. This will allow teams across projects to better synchronise resources and adjust plans to realise successful outcomes. Organisations managing construction projects (or portfolios) are increasingly looking for ways to incorporate more comprehensive risk management practices, but many in the industry are not sure where to begin.

Proper risk management will help project teams identify potential risks before they are encountered and give the teams time to develop strategies to reduce the issue’s impact. Some firms mistakenly only manage risks at the project level, which leads to an incomplete picture of exposure and performance. Results from a NZ questionnaire survey of consultants and contractors in the construction industry showed 21 risk factors which were segregated into six broad

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Here are five proven steps to help develop a thorough risk management strategy in construction scheduling:

1) Recognise the risks The management team, at the beginning of a program or project, should try to identify potential risks. Could poor weather or uncertain site conditions potentially delay construction? Is there a risk that material costs could significantly rise unexpectedly? It is impossible to identify and manage every possible risk, but the team should agree on

any events that are most likely to occur and have the greatest impact. These are the factors that they will monitor and manage.

2) Evaluate your exposure After identifying potential risks, the team should determine the likelihood of each risk occurring, as well as impacts to costs and schedules. Risks should then be ranked on the probability that they are to occur, and the impact they may have. Teams should prioritise how they will manage specific

risks with the help of Monte Carlo simulations and scenario planning tools. This will allow users to create and run various what-if scenarios by changing key variables. While Monte Carlo analysis can be conducted via a spreadsheet, this approach is not suited to manage large, complex projects with thousands of data points that can change frequently, including calendars, resources, and the relationships between them. It is also not suited to conducting risk analysis

plays an important role here to assess what-if scenarios and determine costs and benefits of each mitigation strategy. While some risks ultimately can’t be avoided, such as building during unforeseen inclement weather conditions, this step can reduce the impact on the project by building in appropriate schedule, labor, and supply chain contingencies.

4) Disseminate for clarity The project team should communicate this information

Proper risk management will help project teams identify potential risks before they are encountered and give the teams time to develop strategies to reduce the issue’s impact.

across far-reaching programs. For these types of complex scenarios, it is best to use a true risk management application. In addition, new AI tools leverage machine learning to analyse project data – both past and present – to continually assess schedule accuracy and provide predictive intelligence into potential risks on projects. Such tools can empower teams across the organisation to sharpen decision-making and take action on emerging risks before they become showstoppers.

3) Establish a response strategy Teams should have a detailed plan of action on how they plan to mitigate high-impact risks. Scenario planning technology

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more informed decisions about the best path forward.

In conclusion Good risk management strategies require the integration and analysis of

While some risks ultimately can’t be avoided, such as building during unforeseen inclement weather conditions, this step can reduce the impact on the project by building in appropriate schedule, labor, and supply chain contingencies.

diverse sets of information, including budget, cost, and schedule data. With this in mind, organizations managing construction projects will be well on their way to shoring up their risk management practices.

to the project owner after they have completed their risk assessment and defined mitigation strategies. This demonstrates an effort to take a proactive approach to reducing risk and allows contractors an opportunity to discuss the risks, mitigation strategies, and potential impact on the schedule and cost of the project with the project owner.

5) Track, adjust, and repeat As risks continue to develop, program managers must build in regular assessments to their mitigation strategies as conditions change. Again, machine learning provides key support here by helping to identify potential risks and inefficiencies early, helping organisations make

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Variations

The word “variation” will often trigger deep concern and red flags for those actively engaged in the construction sector. Stakeholders do not like the uncertainty it brings. Tina Hwang and Marcus Beveridge Queen City Law

Lawyers and consultants are often walking on eggshells in these circumstances. Contractors fear variations may not be approved or paid, and principal owners fear that the price of the contract will increase. Lenders want assurance that the project will be finished under budget. The word forever has a negative connotation in the industry with parties wanting to avoid this wherever possible. However, there are some contractors who will intentionally pitch a low price to win the contract and immediately issue copious variation orders.

What is a Variation? The term “variation” is not expressly defined in the Building Act 2004 (the BA) or the Construction Contracts Act 2002 (the CCA).

and is not particularly helpful to determine a variation. The commonly used NZS 3910:2013 terms states variations are “a Variation to the Contract Works pursuant to 9.1 and any other matter which is stated to be a Variation or to be treated as a Variation by the Contract” which again makes the term quite circular. Variations in the construction industry are generally regarded as an amendment to the agreed scope of works. This is unfortunately a common occurrence throughout a construction project and therefore a contentious area.

What can be claimed as a Variation?

However, the BA defines “minor variations” under section 7 as “a minor modification, addition, or variation to a building consent that is permitted by regulations made under section 402(1) (kd)” which then takes you to section 45A “minor variations to building consents”.

Clause 9.1 of the NZS 3910:2013 permits the following Variations to the scope of the Contract: a. Increase or decrease the quantity of any work b. Omit any work c. Change the character or quality of any Material or work d. Require additional work to be done e. Change the level, line, position, or dimensions of any part of the Contract Works.

This section sets out compliance obligations on minor variations

However, many construction contracts are laced with pages

Variations in the construction industry are generally regarded as an amendment to the agreed scope of works. This is unfortunately a common occurrence throughout a construction project and therefore a contentious area.

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of special conditions to try to define, limit, control and manage variations throughout the project. Each contract will dictate what can and cannot be treated as a variation.

How can you avoid Variations? Variations are ultimately another form of risk allocation. This highlights the importance of clear and well drafted

construction documentation. All parties must clearly understand the risk allocations before a project commences to avoid unnecessary disputes about who should bear the extra costs of a variation.

This article is intended for general guidance only and should not be relied upon in individual cases. Professional advice should be always be sought before any decision or action is taken.

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Navigating your finances

- tips from a veteran tradie April marks the start of a new financial year in New Zealand; a year we hope to navigate with more clarity than the one just passed. If tackling the financial specifics of the year wasn’t already a timely and complex process, considering the wage subsidies and changing legislations enforced as a result of the pandemic can be that much more confusing. However, mastering money and making the end of financial year reporting a more seamless process doesn’t have to feel so out of reach. Seeking advice from a professional, staying on top of changing regulations and leveraging the right platforms will help business owners avoid the

typical pitfalls that many fall victim to when trying to navigate the world of tax. For those organising finances this year, here are a few common pitfalls to be mindful of.

The secret behind GST It’s not uncommon for small businesses to overlook the role they play in collecting taxes. The nearly unavoidable GST known as a consumption tax, is one that the end user is entitled to pay, with the role for businesses simply being to collect it and pass it on. However, for small business owners with tight cash flow, it’s easy to see that money as their own. A great way to avoid the mix up is by creating a bank account for solely transfering GST money into. Typically, GST over the past year will be pretty consistent, making it easy to work out a weekly sum that can be put into the GST account each week. This will ensure that there’s always GST on hand to pay when it’s due.

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PAYE and Holiday obligations Pay-as-you-earn (PAYE) tax and employee holiday pay are can easily be calculated incorrectly, causing serious implications by the end of the financial year. This is, in large part, due to the fact that this money is considered part of an employee’s wage. If paid incorrectly, it can be classified as theft. Similar to creating a ‘GST-only’ account, a good way to stay on top of PAYE and holiday obligations is to work with an accountant to put the necessary funds away each pay cycle. These funds will account for employees’ paid days off work including annual leave, public holidays, and sick days. Given the large margin for error, more companies are opting to outsource their payroll to reliable online platforms to ensure this is taken care of properly.

Prioritise regular invoicing EOFY is a great time to reflect on the overall reporting processes used in the previous year, and strategise on how best to approach the new year ahead. A large part of this might lie within the overall cash collection and invoicing process. This holds especially true for small businesses in the trades sector. As a rule of thumb, it is crucial to ensure that invoicing is completed on a daily basis. This will make the rest of the financial logistics,

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such as GST organisation and holiday and PAYE planning, much easier to stay on top of. Tax management for small businesses is no easy feat, and has the potential to become quite complicated when factoring in the changing government subsidies, employee wages and business requirements. However, organising finances more proactively throughout the year can prove beneficial in the long-term. That mindset, coupled with the right tools and financial experts will ensure that business owners aren’t entirely overwhelmed by the time tax season rolls around. About Dan Pollard, founder of Fergusjob management software for trades and service businesses Plumber turned tech entrepreneur, Dan launched Fergus in 2014. Having done the hard yards as a plumber for over 20 years, Dan was determined to come up with an easier way to manage the end-to-end operations of his trades business.

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Working smarter, not harder By Rosie Duff

Construction projects heavily depend on timeframes and budgets to keep the wheels turning. Time is money, and money is time, after all. Historically, an important element of tracking time on construction sites is the timekeeper, an individual who handles the recording and reporting of information on workers’ labour hours and work rates. However, in more recent times, cloud-based software

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Well, do you ever find yourself underbilling clients for the time it takes to complete a project? Or perhaps you’ve had to deal with a customer suggesting that you’re guilty of inflating your hours on the job? Using a timekeeping solution completely removes any such doubt from either parties’ mind, as it allows you to calculate all of your costs accurately. As time goes on, you’ll have a better picture of how long each different job actually takes, so you can price your quotes accurately. Timekeeping software is also an effective tool to help your team to stay on track. Try assigning a certain number of hours to each job, and then activate an alarm for when that time is nearly up. If the

job’s done in that timeframe – perfect. If it’s not, note it down, give a brief reason why for your records, and adjust accordingly. This simultaneously adds value for your client since they can now see details about the time taken to complete their project, as well as a breakdown of costs and hours, which helps them forecast their budget. With a timekeeping software, you can also keep healthy tabs on your business, by tracking who has been working on what job, and how long it has taken them. If you’re currently trying to implement an online time tracking system, but not quite sure where to start, Workflow MAX have published their three biggest tips for navigating the transition period:

1. You can’t expect your team to be enthusiastic about a new system if you’re not on board yourself. You need to lead your team to success by adopting the new time tracking software with gusto, and they’ll quickly follow suit. 2. Sit down with the team and run through how different your quoting, invoicing and project management will be with the new system, and show them how this data can be reported on to give you all a clear picture of how the business is performing. 3. Any time a client compliments you on the benefits of the new system, pass this praise on to the team. Seeing the difference it makes to the client can really help some stragglers to pick up their game.

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Risky business

What happens when your building company goes down the slippery slope? If you’re doing anything more complex than home handyman jobs, then construction is a risky business. If you have to commit to a fixed price on bigger new builds, renovations, or infrastructure projects, then you run the risk of having under-priced the job. If you are doing it on a cost reimbursement basis then you run the risk of major budget blowouts. Either of these can result in tensions with your client and ultimately unpaid invoices and expensive disputes. Sometimes these make such a big hole in your cash flow that you can’t pay your bills as they fall due. And when you get to that stage, technically you are insolvent. When you become insolvent, several things typically happen. Your subbies withdraw their labour, your suppliers put you on stop credit, and both of them hound you for payment. Your bank and landlord get twitchy. You can’t progress the build as promptly as you need to, which causes your client to stop paying. You use deposits and progress payments from newer projects to pay the suppliers and subcontractors on the problematic ones. And your more aggressive creditors serve statutory demands on you. What is a Statutory Demand? It is a form that your creditors can give you under the Companies Act that gives you 15 working days to pay their debt, otherwise your company is deemed to be insolvent.

Failure to pay in time enables the creditor to apply to the court to put your company into liquidation. That takes a few months to achieve, and there are various defences you can raise, but the application to liquidate your company becomes public knowledge at a very early stage. You can take comfort in the fact that statutory demands can only be used for undisputed debts, so unless you have conceded that the debt is payable, then you can always dispute it. But in the meantime, if you want to stop the word getting out then you only get 10 working days to apply to the court to shut the whole thing down, and that costs a lot. What else can happen to you when you become insolvent? When your bank learns of your difficulties it can put your company in receivership. That means that all your company’s income is syphoned off until the bank’s debt is paid, and usually liquidation follows after that. Your bank, your landlord and some suppliers will hold personal guarantees from you, and they will call those up if your company defaults in payment. You might be comforted by the fact that you have your personal assets in trust, but they can still bankrupt you, in which case you lose a lot of freedom and most of your non-trust assets.

The consequences of liquidation What are the consequences of the liquidation of your company?

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Well for a start, you lose control of it. The bank and any other secured creditors take most of the assets, and the liquidators convert the rest into cash. The liquidators distribute the cash to the preferential creditors (themselves, the employees, the IRD, etc.) and any surplus to the unsecured creditors. The company then ceases to exist. What else can the liquidators do? They can terminate any unprofitable contracts, and they can bring to an end any claim against the company and prevent anyone from suing it. In certain circumstances they can group all your companies together and combine their assets. They can call up your shareholder loan account, and if you have looked after yourself or any particular creditors at the expense of the other creditors, they can reverse those transactions and claw back any payments made in the six months prior to liquidation while the company was insolvent. What’s more, they can take action against you if you have breached any of your director’s duties under the Companies Act. That is exactly what happened in two construction company collapses in New Zealand, one of which was massive (Mainzeal Property and Construction Ltd) and the other relatively minor (Debut Homes Ltd). They illustrate that directors can be held to account no matter how large or small the company is. The Debut Homes case went all the way up to our Supreme Court, and Mainzeal was the

subject of a recent judgment from our Court of Appeal. This is what we can learn from them.

Debut Homes v Cooper Debut Homes was a residential developer, and Mr. Cooper was a shareholder and the sole director. By October 2012 he knew it was in trouble, and the shortfall to the IRD was likely to be $300,000. Notwithstanding this he elected to complete all current projects that the company was engaged in. To be fair to him, he tried very hard to salvage the company, but it was all to no avail. seventeen months later the IRD got the company placed into liquidation, and by that time it was owed $450,000 in GST. Debut had completed and sold various homes, but Mr. Cooper decided where the proceeds went. He favoured the secured creditors who were holding personal guarantees from him, as well as his family trust, at the expense of the IRD. As a result, and because he had breached three of the directors’ duties under the Companies Act, he was ordered to pay $280,000 into the company, and $280,000 of the secured debt owed to the family trustees became unsecured instead. This was on top of the court costs and legal fees he had already incurred. The Court said that once he knew Debut had no hope of returning to solvency and there would inevitably be a shortfall to one or more

creditors, Mr. Cooper should not have decided to continue to complete the developments. He could have put the company into liquidation. He could have invited the BNZ to put it into receivership. Or he could have gone for a creditors’ compromise, a scheme of arrangement, or a voluntary administration.

meaningful and realistic steps to turn it around. They could take some time to explore all realistic alternative courses of action to try to avoid an insolvent liquidation.

The Mainzeal case was a little different from Debut Homes, in that the company could have been salvaged if the directors had acted decisively.

If they were actively engaged in seeking advice and attempting to address the company’s problems, they could not be criticised and would not be exposed to liability. But the time to throw in the towel was when all reasonable options had been exhausted and it was obvious that there was no reasonable prospect of the company pulling through.

The Court of Appeal acknowledged that directors could allow their company to continue trading while technically insolvent for a limited time, but they had to take

I expect both of these cases will serve as a wake-up call to directors of large building companies, particularly professional directors who don’t have a fortune tied up in the

The Mainzeal litigation

company and who have plenty of opportunities to earn a good living elsewhere. Those directors are likely to pull the pin earlier than smaller owner/operators. But for the smaller owner/operators, I can’t help thinking that these are unrealistic expectations of human beings who are desperate to salvage their only source of income and everoptimistic that their fortunes will change given enough time.

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Supply chain strain By Megan Dunn

Supply chain issues are certainly not a new phenomenon for the infrastructure and building world. However, since the emergence of COVID-19 supply chain strain has become heightened to entirely new levels, wreaking havoc in the industry- especially all the way down here in little old New Zealand. Being one of the most remote island nations in the world does have its advantages on many occasions however, this is not

nation that lies thousands of kilometres from its overseas markets, so we need to make sure our national supply chain and its international connections are as efficient as possible,” she told Newsroom. “We’re a small nation with limited resources, so our infrastructure investments need to be well thought out and well used, in order to deliver value.” The infrastructure commission recently established that freight and supply chains are at the centre of their recent draft strategy for the government.

one of them. Getting goods from point A to point B tends to be easier when there are not huge bodies of water and continents between the two.

Ports of Auckland chair, Jan Dawson, acknowledges the challenges New Zealand faces in these stressful circumstances. “New Zealand is a tiny trading

“Our nation will benefit if we can create an infrastructure plan that enjoys cross-party support and lasts beyond the terms of individual governments,” Jan says.

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“The commission’s evidencedriven approach and long-term thinking is very positive in this respect, and bodes well for the future.” The long-term strategy comes just at the right time as frustration mounts over export and import delays that have seen companies and our economy, as a whole lose out on millions of dollars worth of goods- stuck on container ships unable to dock in our ports. The draft strategy outlines “Global supply chain disruptions have been common, with widespread impacts on global airports and air freight. “This has added to the cost of freight, increasing lead times and lowering inventory levels. Many of these impacts are expected to continue for some time. For many

suppliers, traditional models of consumer shopping have been replaced with home delivery,” it says. “Maintaining security of supply within often remote and geographically challenging parts of the country is important to all New Zealanders. “Road and rail transport will remain fundamental in connecting our regions. However, digital and mobile connectivity are also becoming essential. Moving data and information will become as important to the regions as moving energy or water.” The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) recently published the Building and Construction Sector Trends Annual Report 2021 (Report). Their data on construction materials and products are as follows:

We’re a small nation with limited resources, so our infrastructure investments need to be well thought out and well used, in order to deliver value. Supply chain: COVID-19 has had a devastating impact on the global supply chain. This has largely impacted the construction sector given a significant proportion of New Zealand’s construction materials are imported. GDP: The construction sector is a major contributor to New Zealand’s economy, contributing 6.7 percent of total GDP in 2019. The sector was the primary contributor to both New Zealand’s decline in GDP following the pandemic, and its rebound in early 2021.

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products and supplies of good-quality through the BuildLink suppliers’ network. Trowel Trades is a wellrespected brand nationally and is associated with high quality tools and products either locally made in New Zealand or imported overseas like the range of Marshall Town products. So, you know you can depend on us being a local business that we are right there on your doorstep to help. We have experienced owners across the franchises that search and source new innovative products internationally, so that we can keep our product offer as up to date as possible. With strong relationships with our suppliers, we can offer you great products and good prices (big brands, best value).

From brick & block layers, concreters, landscapers, plasterers, tilers, roofers, civil to specialist concrete repair, we pride ourselves heavily on not only our product offer, but also the knowledge that is the backbone of our advice we can offer. From compounds to trowels or tools to wheelbarrows and machinery – we have it all.

A common denominator throughout the BuildLink stores and the Trowel Trades stores are the fact that the stores are operated by people from the industry.

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Four mindsets separating

successful business owners from the rest If you’re like most tradies and have a lot on your plate right now, it’s easy to forget about how your mindset impacts your success and simply go through the motions every day - ticking off your long list of to-dos. You want to be making progress, but it feels like you’re bogged down by what’s urgent, and not necessarily getting to what’s most important. So, how can you ensure you’re on the right track and progressing towards where you want to be - such as running a thriving, growing company with an amazing team and reputation that is second-to-none (with plenty of space for regular family time and holidays)? Start by understanding these four mindsets that separate successful business owners from the rest.

1. They take responsibility for the big picture Hal Elrod says “The moment you accept total responsibility for everything in your life is the day you claim the power to change anything in your life”.

It’s true; when you don’t take total responsibility for something in your business, then you’ve given up the power to change that thing. It’s unlikely to then go in the direction you want it to. Ever started a job and took ownership but a few things got away on you… like when you discovered there were a few extras involved that were not allowed for in the quote, but it was just easier to carry on and deal with it later? In the end your margins disappeared and it was too late to negotiate with the client because the job was finished. Taking total responsibility (even when it means having the hard client conversations in the middle of a job) saves a whole lot of headaches later. Another big one is taking complete responsibility for your financials. This means consistently being ahead of the game: knowing exactly what’s coming in, what’s going out, and what’s left. Yes, it’s a good time to be in the trades right now - but good times don’t necessarily lead to a better business. Even when you’ve got more work coming in than you can handle, you still need to be focused on building the fundamentals of a strong business. Ask yourself two important questions: • What’s out of control to fix

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right now? (e.g. cashflow there’s a whole lot of debtors you haven’t followed up and that’s why you’ve got no money) • What are you letting coast by that you need to get control of because it’s going to bite you in the future? (e.g. your foreman is being difficult). If you can really get a handle on those loose ends, when you get to the end of the year, you’ll be much happier with the results.

2. They make financial decisions based on the ROI not the cost Fact: Not all costs are the same. When you make a financial decision, it can either be seen through the lens of it being a cost or an investment. For example, implementing new project management software will cost time and money initially. But will save you time and improve margins and control in the long term. Therefore, just viewing it for its initial cost could hold you back from investing in something that would later benefit you. The more growth-focused approach is to analyse your financial decisions based on the ROI, the overall effect. You gotta think: for what I put in, am I getting a greater return back? Making financial decisions in this way can save time and frustration, and play a great role

in taking your business to the next level.

3. They fixate on their goals but are flexible in their approach Any significant goal will have curveballs along the way that try to shunt you in a different direction. The winning attitude is to be firm and fixated on your goals, but also to be flexible in how you achieve them. Imagine a key staff member has left and you need to find a great replacement. It’s hard to find staff right now. Thinking outside the box might mean training an existing team member up into the role, or offering to pay moving costs to attract someone outside the region. There are always going to be turns and bends in the pursuit of our goals. But it’s not an excuse to stop. Instead, it’s a reason to find a different way. As Ryan Holiday says, “stop looking for angels. Start looking for angles.” Where are you currently stuck in your business? What isn’t working? Spinning your wheels and hoping things will improve might not be the best approach. Even if you’ve had success in the past, what’s gotten you to point A might not necessarily get you to point B. So, look for a different way. Find a new strategy. Create opportunities and get after the results you really want.

There are always going to be turns and bends in the pursuit of our goals. But it’s not an excuse to stop. Instead, it’s a reason to find a different way. As Ryan Holiday says, “Stop looking for angels. Start looking for angles”.

4. They don’t expect themselves to have all the answers

are hitting up against the ceiling of achievement, you’re missing a person”.

Tradies sometimes think: there’s no task too big to handle if I just grind it out. However, when it comes to nailing down the nittygritty of your business, you’ll run into a problem: you can’t read the label from within the jar.

It shouldn’t be a surprise that a different set of eyes sees different things. So, stop and think: how are you taking advantage of different eyes and minds in your business strategy? Do you have a different set of eyes on your financials? Have you got other minds working with you to help take your business to the next level?

How often have you seen someone stuck on how something’s going to work, but then someone else has come over and almost immediately found the solution? As billionaire real-estate investor Gary Keller says, “Any time in your life you

Having someone who you regularly sit down with to go over various aspects of your business will force you to show

up and think strategically. Which will ultimately help you move forward and stay the course. So, take advantage of it!

Let’s wrap this up The mindsets of business owners who succeed and those who don’t are very different. Make sure you can say you’re on the right side! Remember: Take responsibility for the big picture. Make financial decisions based on the ROI rather than the cost. Be flexible in how you get to your goals. And don’t go it alone.

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Combating coastal erosion

block by concrete block Article reproduced with kind permission from Concrete NZ.

Rising sea levels caused by climate change pose a threat to coastlines around the world. Hope is at hand however, in the form of an innovative precast concrete solution made right here in New Zealand. Westlock Concrete Solutions Ltd (WCS), based in Northern Buller on the West Coast of the South Island, decided that it was time to stop retreating and start advancing. With the aim of protecting New Zealand’s vulnerable coastline from the rising tide, the small Kiwi company has designed and constructed a trial seawall of interlocking hexagonal concrete blocks at Hector, 30 kilometres north of Westport.

Background WCS director of sales and marketing, Martin Hill has firsthand experience of the damage caused by coastal erosion. After several attempts at protecting his own property with large boulders, he realised it did not offer a long-term solution. “I was looking for a long-lasting fix,” Martin says. “So, I began to collaborate with a group of local residents, which fortunately included several engineers.” Following much discussion WCS was established, and its collective experience and expertise led to

the interlocking block design. As the development process reached the engineering compliance and manufacturing stages, WCS partnered with Busck Prestressed Concrete Ltd, one of New Zealand’s largest and most respected manufacturers of precast concrete products. The outcome was an engineered interlocking hexagonal block, which when combined with the appropriate placement method, creates a versatile and durable structure that offer over 50 years of protection against the unrelenting ocean.

Manufacturing considerations Research and development undertaken by WCS paid dividend during manufacturing and installation. “There is a lot more to the product than meets the eye, and with the help of Busck, we have created a very high-specification marine grade concrete block,” Martin says. Busck acknowledges that making the blocks was relatively simple, thanks to WCS’s attention to detail during pre-production trials. “WCS ironed out a lot of creases during their early development work,” Busck national technical & design manager, John Marshall says. “This combined with their willingness to share information about the challenges they had overcome meant we didn’t have to reinvent the wheel.”

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Busck conducted its own trials at its Ashburton factory, which used in-house draughting and 3D modelling capability to experiment with reinforcing content and with different ways of connecting the blocks to maximise resilience.

The community response to the trial wall has been very positive, with plenty of offers to assist during installation, as well as many admiring glances now that it is complete.

“The concrete used in the blocks themselves has a low water/cement ratio and contains micro-silica to ensure compliance with the marine requirements of class C in NZS 3101 Concrete Structures Standard for a 50-year life,” John says.

The local community’s interest has been matched from further afield, with inquiries received from along the West Coast and around New Zealand, a response helped by 1 News filming a story on the ‘clever concrete invention’.

The blocks also have a concrete strength of 45 MPa, a F4/ U3 surface finish, a minimum reinforcing cover of 60 mm, and returns as specified in NZS 3101. “The partnership is working very well, with Busck providing the design certification and manufacturing component, and WSC the concept, installation and marketing,” John says.

Installation and response The trial seawall, located near the tiny West Coast town of Hector, was built in a week using a single 12-tonne excavator. The seawall consists of three different block types (base, standard and top), is five blocks high and 40 blocks long, totalling around 200, two-tonne concrete blocks. There were no issues in terms of gaining consent with the West Coast Regional Council, along with the Department of Conservation, seeing tremendous potential in the system’s ability to combat coastal erosion. Of particular appeal to the council is that the system requires minimal maintenance, unlike the current practice of arranging large boulders to form temporary barriers, which in storm conditions can pose a danger to homes.

Next steps

WCS hopes that the success of the trial seawall will prompt regional, district and city councils to seriously consider the system in plans to address coastal erosion. The return on investment from the WCS system is clear with the value of properties in areas prone to the loss or displacement of land always under threat. Furthermore, the peace-of-mind offered through a permanent solution to coastal erosion also encourages the development of surrounding areas, making for a win-win situation. The economics are bolstered by the fact that Busck can manufacture the blocks at any of its seven facilities across New Zealand, from which transport to site can either be by truck or rail. “Climate change will inevitably accelerate the rate of coastal erosion across New Zealand, creating a lot of stress for property owners and councils alike,” Martin says. “WSC will look to raise awareness of the interlocking block system with territorial authorities and central government as well as amongst civil engineers, to ensure every erosion affected New Zealander has the option of a long-term solution.”

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Information risk

Mitigating the effects of poor-quality digital documentation The COVID-19 pandemic has heightened the risks for the construction industry at large. As issues compound and organisations struggle, business leaders are driven to consider tangible ways to reduce risk across the board. While digital transformation once presented a way to gain a competitive edge, now software solutions spell the difference between success and failure, providing the means to successfully complete projects and dramatically reducing the potential of costly disputes. This was the main consideration of our Payapps digital industry think tank, attended by more than 150 senior business leaders working within risk and construction across A/NZ. The online event tapped into the minds of industry leaders and considered how we can de-risk the construction industry in real, practical and effective ways.

Understanding risk: billions lost, the flow of information, having a single source of truth A survey of construction industry members in A/NZ by Russell McVeagh, found that 61 percent of people predict an increase in the number of disputes over the next two years, with the most likely cause expected to be poor quality documentation. Echoing this sentiment is HKA’s recent analysis of 1,185 construction projects globally. The researchers found that

extensions of time total six centuries, and the cumulative value of sums in disputes exceeds US$48.6 billion. To move a little closer to home, a CRCCI study stated that disputes cost the Australian economy approximately $7 billion a year, adding six percent to the overall cost of each project. These astronomical figures represent huge potential for the construction sector if we’re able to reduce the number of disputes that arise. Imagine if this money could be funneled back into development, people and technology. But how exactly can we make the shift? We can’t control the quality of work completed, but what we can do is reduce uncertainty, misinformation and, by extension, unnecessary tension. Within the construction industry information is valuable, often withheld and treated with secrecy for fear of it being used against its owner. If we can get people looking at the same information and bring differences of opinion to the fore a lot earlier with better data management, then we have a way forward. Ultimately, it comes down to having a single source of truth. In our view, there has never been a greater imperative for contractors and subcontractors to understand the source of the information they are working from - that is, the integrity of the data they are gathering and acting upon.

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Clearer and more equitable contractual relationships, and collaborative and streamlined information frameworks, will lead to better risk management practices and a brighter future for the industry. I hosted a de-risking construction think tank where David Glinatsis, Solicitor Director at construction law firm, Kreisson, shared a legal perspective. Working on the front lines in construction law since 1995, Glinatsis has a deep understanding of the issues the industry is facing, and how that feeds into various aspects of the law from contracts to dispute resolution. On the importance of having a single source of truth, Glinatsis says, “What we look for in preparing a case is provable material based upon evidence, and that evidence has to be tested against the narratives of the witnesses as well as against the documents. “Sometimes we must go back into the documents and establish their provenance - how the document was created and on what source material. “There may be issues around this, for instance people leave projects and all the institutional knowledge invested in that person is potentially lost. Capturing information and having documents in a single place provides us with the assistance that we need. It’s very important to know that we can have confidence in that process.”

What can be done: Manual processes versus software designed for construction The construction sector is known for relying on traditional tools such as Excel to track and manage projects, and this is one obvious way organisations are opening themselves up to risk. It’s a well-known fact that 88 percent of Excel spreadsheets contain errors. Spreadsheets serve their purpose and can be functional for construction companies, but they are also very limited in their ability to accurately log and track important and actionable data. In addition, using spreadsheets can lead not only to error rates, but lack of visibility, lack of consolidation, lack of consistency and lack of control. In a sector that relies heavily on Excel to track important data, from project dates to payments, it’s simply not good enough to ignore more secure alternatives. A more robust and reliable source of truth would better protect contractors and subcontractors and reduce the level of human error associated with more traditional methods. Advancements in digitisation has let to technology solutions designed specifically for the construction industry. Software designed to aid the daily processes of contractors and subcontractors offers several benefits. These tools ensure progress of a project is managed and tracked in a very visible way, including certain data entries enforced to ensure completeness of information. They can offer reliable consistency of form with auto-generated payment

schedules and automated calculations, deadline monitoring with reminders and reporting, integrations to prevent cross-system gaps, an audit trail of user actions and alerts on process failures. Notably, these tools present vastly improved visibility and transparency and the potential to significantly reduce disputes caused through errors. They can remove the need to check signatures on paperwork, can ensure there is one repository of information, and eradicate the ability to edit, duplicate or share project data without permission. Overall, working from the same set of numbers means that differences are obvious earlier on, and necessary discussions can be had. As we like to say, it’s better to have a small disagreement early than a big disagreement later. I asked David Glinatsis what this

meant from a legal standpoint. Here’s what he had to say: “As perceptions are exchanged in a narrative, down the line those perceptions potentially become distorted. “To test what witnesses say, we look at what the available documents say, how those documents were compiled and where the documents are stored. It’s not unusual to have various repositories and parallel streams of communication. “If there is a single source of information, we can have greater confidence in the integrity and completeness of the available evidence and have comfort that our preparation of legal and factual positions can be based on accurate and complete information. “Also, if there are disputes that arise efficient access to

documentation and information means that those disputes can be dealt with early - because little things become big things, we know that from experience.”

Take a step towards a brighter future We see the pandemic as a catalyst for change in the construction sector, prompting organisations to update their systems and processes to move closer to having a single source of truth and, as a result, reduce the risk of misinformation and disputes claims.

Tony Simonsen Chief operating officer Payapps www.payapps.com

Software tools designed for the construction sector help teams to manage progress of projects in a very visible way from start to finish, helping to plan, run and manage every facet from payments calculations to daily progress updates.

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The 5 largest small business challenges As a biz consultant and regular owner of small business, here’s a snapshot of what I have seen as the most common challenges to operating a small business.

sales funnel alive with live leads which when correctly dealt with can convert to customers and then clients, even to raving fans. The quick fix on this is to have a system and then work the system. Record touchpoints and then follow up. The success is in the follow up and raising awareness of what you can do to help them.

4. Managing workflow If you are really good at #1 and #2, then chances are you’re going to experience times where there’s more work than capacity. Fixing this is partly solved in #3. above, but it needs to go further. No good having great team if they are feeling pressured and stressed. You need a constant, honest and non-judgemental feedback loop.

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and how many debtor days it takes before you have lost all your profit margin on the sale. It’s quite frightening really and not always a long time (depending on your margins).

What is your system to manage debtors’ payments and creditors bills? Are you too soft and let people owe you money outside of your terms of trade? There’s a wonderful calculation you can do that compares the cost of non-paying customers and how many debtor days it takes before you have lost all your profit margin on the sale. It’s quite frightening really and not always a long time (depending on your margins).

1. Getting more customers

3. Hiring the right people

The challenge here is to attract customers of the type you want to have, not just anyone with a pulse!

People and staff are your biggest asset. They can make or break your business.

It’s not enough to place and advert or do a flyer and wait for the customers to roll in.

Short term solutions include flicking out a job description, interview and appoint.

2. Lead generation

Why settle for an employee that is “okay” when you can have a great one for just a little longer wait and working an onboarding system?

Yes, a subset of #1 above, but done correctly this keeps your

Make sure the applicants fit or even add to your business culture.

It’s a regular fundamental part of each and every business day.

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Most times the staff will have the answers – stop and ask them!

Are there any miracle cures for these challenges? Not really.

5. Cashflow

Mostly it comes to common sense and operating within a system.

Frequently a challenge in all sizes of businesses. What is your system to manage debtors’ payments and creditors bills? Are you too soft and let people owe you money outside of your terms of trade? There’s a wonderful calculation you can do that compares the cost of non-paying customers

The secret is to be rigorous and definitive to everyone who falls into the system. Communication is paramount, with your management, staff, customer and suppliers.

How construction firms can innovate the scheduling process The past year has provided the construction industry with continuous challenges and adjustments, with a critical need to adapt to whatever the future might hold. This has brought about a change in the culturally entrenched attitudes towards project management as organisations see an increased need to modernise their operations. One process in serious need of an overhaul is the schedule. The impact of COVID-19 restrictions on the construction sector in New Zealand caused great delays in many projects and flow-on consequences for subcontractors plans and workflow, colliding with the traditional means of scheduling. Organisations are now focused on uniting all office and field staff to be part of one fully co-ordinated project delivery team. It’s not just the scheduler’s responsibility anymore, but rather the collective team will be working together to manage the planning and scheduling process.

Connect your front office with the field Great scheduling combines the needs of the field with those of the front and back office. It should also consider the number of specialised team members

involved on a project, which grows exponentially as the complexity and duration of construction projects continue to increase. This introduces a lot of intricacies to the process. The more members that are added to the project team, the more mature the schedule should become, adding depth and creating a more thorough plan for all teams. Incorporating metrics around milestones, deliverables, and productivity can co-ordinate and optimise labour, equipment, and material resources both within and across all projects of an organisation. Supply shortages are an ongoing concern, as the lockdowns effectively put a hold on transportation of materials in New Zealand, impacting delivery times. Even when the country is not in lockdown, the supply chain is heavily reliant on the speed in which the overseas and domestic supply chain is able to return to full capacity. The ability to account for material delays in near real-time is essential to maximise project outcomes.

As the construction industry continues to look for ways to improve schedule qualities and project outcomes, organisations should look to incorporate any tools available to them to ensure their organisation is as efficient as possible.

The construction industry pivoted quickly over the past year to remotely manage many aspects of the job (safety, control, risk, etc.). As the adoption of mobility solutions has grown, so has the number of project delivery team members that are involved in the execution process. The concept of the workspace has become fluid, and organisations in the industry are thinking of new ways to effectively digitise more of the workforce while adapting to more mobile and remote working approaches. The schedule needs to be able to quickly account for scaling up and down for more diversified teams, while ensuring everyone is informed and working towards the common project goal.

Garrett Harley Director of product marketing, Oracle Construction and Engineering www.oracle.com/nz

Tomorrow’s schedule today A more co-ordinated and collaborative schedule blends the planning and management of the work. It is inclusive of all team members and unites the critical path (in the CPM schedule) with field task and risk management. A modern schedule also gives businesses the insights they need to efficiently plan, schedule and control both programs and individual projects. As the construction industry continues to look for ways to improve schedule qualities and project outcomes, organisations should look to incorporate any tools available to them to ensure their organisation is as efficient as possible. By evolving the scheduling process to unite all office and field staff into one fully coordinated project delivery team, organisations will have a much clearer road ahead.

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Proudly Family Owned McLeod Cranes was born in 1996 when Curly McLeod bought his first crane which he parked across the road from his home in Maungatapu. Ask anyone who knew him – Curly was a character, and he talked both his wife Anne and his neighbours into this parking arrangement in no time. Anne – also known as ‘Top Office’ by Curly – supported him from the beginning with all the office and admin work. Ten years later, now with a fleet of ten cranes, Curly was joined by his eldest son Scott McLeod. His second son, Pete, joined the business a year later in 2007. Curly passed away in 2012, leaving the business in the extremely capable hands of his sons. Continuing the family tradition, Phil Hutchinson, Curly’s cousin, came on board in 2013, when McLeod Hiabs joined McLeod Cranes under the umbrella of McLeod Group. At last count, the McLeod Group had grown to

encompass more than 160 talented people with one of the largest and most modern crane fleets in the country including more than 80 cranes and hiabs. And while the business has evolved with the times, it remains true to Curly’s down-to-earth philosophy. So while we take our work very seriously, we enjoy a laugh and the good natured camaraderie that is Curly’s legacy. We have a large modern fleet of cranes, hiabs, trucks and semi-trailers, and a range of other lifting equipment. With our highly trained operators, and supported by our stateof-the-art systems and health and safety.

We can help you with:

Cranes & Hiabs With a huge range of cranes and hiabs to choose from, our specialist equipment will meet all of your lifting and shifting needs from dayto-day moves to complex operations. Our depots in Hamilton, Tauranga, Taupo, Tokoroa and Taupo provide a convenient base for jobs throughout the Waikato and Bay of Plenty.

Precast Placement We are specialists in placing and standing pre-cast concrete panels.

Transport We provide a range of transport options to support your business. We offer: • Quad Axle Flat Decks • Trombone Trailers and Step Decks • Panel Trailers • Skeletal Trailers

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ATF Our Tauranga Team provide an Approved Transitional Facility. We can store and deliver your products if required.

Drilling Rig Logistics McLeod are leaders in the logistics and moving of drilling rigs around New Zealand. We take a comprehensive approach to your needs and fulfil them to the last letter. McLeod is proud to operate in the Waikato region for the last eight years. Our hiab and cranes team based out of our Horotiu yard are keen to support the growth of the region. You will find that our business starts and ends with you, the customer, and the focus is ensuring that we not just meet – but exceed – our customers’ expectations. We pride ourselves on providing a quality lifting, storage and transport service at a competitive price. As Curly used to say, “we’re good bastards”.

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Cheal Waikato

engineers | surveyors | planners With a history spanning over 80 years, Cheal is a multidisciplinary consultancy offering expertise across the fields of civil engineering, land surveying and resource management planning. With offices in Hamilton, Taumarunui, Rotorua, Taupo Ohakune and Napier, we are able to efficiently service the entire central North Island and beyond. Cheal has a proven track record of solutions for all sectors including rural, urban, commercial and industrial land use activities. We invest in the latest technology and pride ourselves in the quality of our work.

Having an in-house team of professional engineers, surveyors and planners working collaboratively means that we can look after your projects from initial scoping and consent stage, right through to completion. We understand the development and construction process and the need to ensure projects flow seamlessly.

How Cheal can help you: Our Planners provide expert advice on a wide range of matters relating to both the built and natural environment. Our services include consents for a variety of building projects, subdivisions, rural

and residential projects. We can provide guidance on plan changes and submissions, as well as Affected Persons consents. We assist you to navigate statutory processes and work alongside stakeholders to help you reach your desired outcomes. Our Surveyors provide a highly specialised service that meets the land title requirements of the Crown. Using ultra-modern technology, we capture and provide highly accurate data for boundary adjustments, topographical surveys, residential, commercial and industrial construction set-out, hydrographic, mapping and GIS. We also provide a niche specialist service in 3D laser scanning and UAV (Drone) surveys.

engineers | surveyors | planners We’re with you every step of the way.

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Our team of experienced technician and chartered professional engineers undertake all aspects of civil engineering projects, including feasibility studies, detailed design/ construction drawings and construction observation and certification. Utilising state of the art design software, our designers link seamlessly to the data provided by our survey team, resulting in efficient and costeffective solutions for our clients. Together Cheal’s team of professionals can partner with you to manage the planning and delivery of your project whether it is building, subdivision, roading or infrastructure construction. Our team is our biggest asset – we would like to make it yours.

Sam Williams Lodge Commercial Sam Williams from Lodge Commercial Hamilton is an experienced commercial and industrial leasing and sales consultant. The Waikato region is experiencing an unpreceded housing boom as figures show house prices in the district have risen by 32.2 per cent in 12 months. These figures as well as increased demand means the commercial market

is also very competitive. Therefore, you need the right agent with ample experience and knowledge to help you achieve your goals with selling or buying a property within this current competitive market. Sam Williams is a hardworking, skilled, dedicated agent who knows and understands the area inside out, meaning you will always get the best result possible. Sam has built up a fantastic reputation in his career over the past few years and is trusted by his happy clients who credit his work and support for helping them achieve the best results possible. Always striving for success through a solid formula of

extensive knowledge and communication, Sam always goes above and beyond for his clients’ individual needs. He has worked with a range of different people and organisations and no matter what the client is looking for, Sam has the knowledge and understanding of the area to check the boxes for his clients.

Sam’s extensive knowledge and genuine passion for property is evident in every project he works on, trusted with ensuring people get a great property at a satisfactory price.

“Always striving for success through a solid formula of extensive knowledge and communication, Sam always goes above and beyond for his client’s individual needs.“ Sam’s extensive knowledge and genuine passion for property is evident in every project he works on, trusted with ensuring people get a great property at a satisfactory price. Sam understands very well the continued growth, opportunity and variety within the market meaning the end result is always up to par. Get in contact with Sam today from Lodge to make your commercial property dreams come true.

Results-driven and trained to attend to the detail, Sam understands that at the heart of great service is an absolute commitment to his word; you can be sure that he will deliver on the promise. Offering you market knowledge coupled with commercial nous acquired from 20 years working as a property/commercial lawyer and corporate property advisor within New Zealand and the United Kingdom, Sam Williams is committed to providing a proactive, energetic approach with an unrelenting drive to get the best result for you. Sam’s tailored marketing campaigns highlight the strengths and potential of each property; a strategy designed to provide target purchasers with an appreciation for the unique characteristics and features of your property. Sam works with you to identify a unique selling proposition, keeping you fully informed along the way and based on a clear understanding of what good communication means for you.

Sam Williams, Lodge Commercial – because results matter.

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Harmony Tech At Harmony Tech we are here to make your life easy. Audio Visual technology is complex and is more so when combined with diverse systems for the internet, alarms, security cameras and the rest. We take all that complexity and electronic diversity and turn it into one simple, easy to use system. To make your quoting life easier we have audio visual and security packages for ‘new homes’. You can insert any or all into a quote for potential clients and know that you’re covered. We give you a 100% guarantee, that our systems will work easily and flawlessly. We take your clients through

a comprehensive and detailed process to ensure they receive the best possible system for their needs. From concept through to completion, including updates along the way, their system is competently put together. They end up with their ideal home tech working brilliantly and effortlessly. A typical home system can include, home theatre, Multiroom Audio and Video systems, home hub central star wiring centre, home networking, intrusion alarms, security cameras, Wi-Fi access points, remote control systems

and lighting/automation control. All need to be seamlessly configured and work together for maximum usability in the home. We also take care of commercial properties offering 100V line audio and PA systems, security cameras and intrusion alarms. A recent project was the “Hops on Hood” in Hamilton. We completed a full indoor/ outdoor speaker system for the bar with three areas of

separate volume control for inside, outside and a live sound stage. It required full integration with online services and easy to manage controls for all staff. They also required a full intrusion alarm with two areas for arming and a complete camera system for their security needs. Call Harmony Tech for expert advice on Technology in the home or business.

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Builder Access As access specialists, you can trust us to recommend, supply and correctly install the right solution for your project. We are proud to use and recommend the INTAKS system as we believe it to be the most innovative and best access solution currently available in New Zealand. We specialise in scaffolding, roof edge protection and safety netting, we are at the height of construction. Why clients choose us? Whether you are a home owner, property developer, construction company or contract builder – we are able to help with professional

advice if your project involves working at height. Our Scaffolding INTAKS award winning systems will save you time and money. Quick to install and with over 15 different configurations, these light and highly configurable systems will make your build go smoothly. Our systems are perfect for property developers – they allow for tight build schedules due to multiple trades being able to work at once, and maintenance brackets can be a bonus for future home owners.

INTAKS is lighter- The INTAKS aluminium scaffold system is considerably lighter than steel. It takes far less time, truck tonnage and manpower to put up and pack down.

Flexible- One system, 15+ different configurations. Designed to be simple to setup and easy to adjust, INTAKS scaffold working platforms adapt to any job or terrain.

Faster- A building site is more accessible when using INTAKS scaffolding systems. Lower walls, wide spans and clear ground space allow multiple trades to work simultaneously. The site progresses more quickly, and tighter build schedules can be achieved.

Our friendly, professional and knowledgeable team has experience working on jobs in all different scopes and sizes, so you can reassured that whatever the job- we will get it done right. Contact us today and request a quote, we would love to help you out.

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As access specialists, you can trust us to recommend, supply and correctly install the right solution for your project. We are proud to use and recommend the INTAKS system as we believe it to be the most innovative and best access solution currently available in New Zealand.

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Hidden costs When looking to build your own home or renovate your existing home, if a quote looks too good to be true, chances are it probably is. More often than not builders will leave out certain costs to bring their overall quote price down to secure the job. Here are a few things to look out for on your next quote.

Asbestos removal

When tearing down the old and building anew or when renovating your existing home, asbestos is one to look for.

For the structural engineering, the plans will need to be provided to the engineer so they can determine what size, specification, and spacing of timber or steel frame work is required for your project to meet, or exceed NZ

Building Code Engineering costs are not cheap and can ramp up considerably depending on the complexity of the job.

Temporary services Site fencing, site toilet and a temporary running water supply are now a basic health and safety requirement on many construction sites and these is usually a week-byweek renting cost.

In any home that was built before the year 2000 make sure it has been checked for asbestos. If asbestos is present a specialist team will be required to remove it. These costs can escalate quickly.

Scaffolding is also another big cost to keep an eye on. Waiting for plans/consents to come out of council, and weather and contractor delays, can drag out the timeline of your project, adding to the overall costs of the temporary services.

Engineering

Site prep costs

The main engineering costs are usually in two areas structural and foundations. If plans have not been finalised, a ‘PC sum’ will need to be allowed.

A lot of house package costs are associated with a “flat and level site”. If your section is undulated and hard to get vehicles and machinery to, bottom line is it will cost you more to build on.

For foundations a geo-tech report needs to be provided to the engineer so they can work out what is required for your project to meet, or exceed the NZ Building Code.

If your main contractor hasn’t been to check out where the project is to take place, you can assume they have priced it as a “flat and

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level site” which can end up in arguments around the extra costs associated with the build.

PC sums Just be aware if the quote has a lot of prime cost sums (PC sums) in it. Some PC sums are to be expected as it may not be possible to have an exact cost at the time, but just check that the PC sums are relevant, and ask other people or professionals that you know in the industry, if the PC sums are enough to cover or close to covering what they are allowed for.

Council fees Check in your quote to see if the main contractor has included any council fees. Council consents maybe required and you may even need a resource

consent, or have to pay a development levy.

GST Is your quote GST inclusive or exclusive? That’s a 15 percent difference which on a $600,000 house and land package is roughly $78,000.

In any home that was built before the year 2000 make sure it has been checked for asbestos. If asbestos is present a specialist team will be required to remove it. These costs can escalate quickly.

Keeping track

Managing health, safety, and security with visitor management systems The workplace is evolving, and organisations across different industries accelerated their digital adoption and transformation in response to the pandemic, integrating new technology solutions and ways of working.

Investing in visitor management systems that capture and store relevant information to a secure database in real time can greatly enhance existing security processes.

For many companies, flexible working in particular, has provided many benefits to a distributed workforce, letting teams continue to operate and collaborate productively despite geographical distance. This trend is likely to continue post-pandemic, with up to 85 percent of professionals wanting flexible working arrangements to continue post-pandemic, according to recent research. This shift has also created additional challenges in terms of workforce management as people return to the office environment, whether in full-time, distributed, or hybrid capacities. With the number of workers and visitors onsite constantly changing, having a clear understanding of the people onsite at any given time will be crucial for the security, health and safety of staff, contractors, and other visitors. Investing in digital visitor management systems is essential to manage this process effectively, according to Pitney Bowes. Stephen Darracott, vice president and country

infrared temperature scanning features.

manager, Pitney Bowes Japan, Australia and New Zealand, says “The coronavirus pandemic highlighted the need for visibility and traceability so companies could keep their workers, contractors, and visitors safe while complying with government guidelines and regulations. “However, digital visitor management systems can be used for much more than just tracing visitors to office locations. “Visitor management solutions play a key role in security by helping to manage and record onsite visitors, even when the face of the workforce changes every day. “Visitor management systems can also incorporate safety inductions for all

visitors, which is essential in many workplaces and can be the difference when it comes to executing emergency procedures if an incident occurs. “Knowing that all visitors have had their safety induction quickly and efficiently is crucial when it comes to compliance and duty of care. “For hybrid workers, this can ensure that they are regularly refreshed on emergency procedures even if they usually work remotely.” In terms of site security, digital visitor management systems are also an essential barrier of protection for staff, contractors and visitors, especially in light of the pandemic. Some of the most up to date digital systems incorporate

This lets companies quickly check visitors’ temperatures, notifying relevant staff if an elevated temperature is detected and preventing the person further entry and contact with others on the premises. This feature has been critical to the COVID-19 response for many companies and will assist in keeping workforces healthy in future. “For many organisations, it’s essential to understand who is on the premises at all times, letting businesses account for everyone in case of an emergency, assess potential health risks, or to manage security risks posed by unauthorised visitors. “Investing in visitor management systems that capture and store relevant information to a secure database in real time can greatly enhance existing security processes,” Stephen says.

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Vision Complete Earthworks

Vision Complete Earthworks Ltd (VCE) is committed to providing high quality and professional services to the civil construction industry throughout the Waikato and surrounding region. We continually endeavour to improve project outcomes. VCE is a family-owned business established in 2007. Our strong growth has been a result of consistently delivering quality work both on time and on budgets to a high level of safety.

Today we continue with our site work and have expanded to meet many other needs in the construction industry, including sewer services in NZ, storm line construction and repairs, road and subdivisions, excavation and earth moving, asbestos removal and much more.

Over the years we have developed and implemented systems that ensure health and safety. Quality and environmental obligations are not only met but continue to be monitored and improved upon.

Our goal is to work with our clients to realise their project requirements in terms of quality and time restraints. We have a long-term commitment to satisfy our clients’ requirements in a dynamic and challenging industry.

Our objective is to deliver results that meet or exceed our customer requirements and expectations

All plant and vehicles comply and are subject to a strict maintenance servicing schedule and risk assessment.

Our dedication to quality will ensure the continued success of our company and the satisfaction of clients and staff.

Consultation with personnel, inductions, adequate training, inspections together and careful monitoring are integral to ensuring our works are done in a safe and efficient manner.

We have recognised the importance of equipping our employees with the appropriate training necessary to competently perform their work and to ensure each team member fully understands their responsibilities in meeting customer requirements. Our total workforce is fully aware of their responsibilities under the Health and Safety Act and our expectations of them in performing their work.

Services • Subdivisions • Site prepping • Preparation of driveways and entrances • House demolition • Water, sewer, storm line construction • Transport and supply of metal and sand.

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Avondale New Lynn Walkway Galvanising by Perry Metal protection has provided a longlasting, top-quality, modern finish on the newest walkway to be constructed in West Auckland. Auckland Transport has partnered up with the Whau local board, Auckland Council and NZ Transport Agency to build a new walking and cycling route along the rail corridor between New Lynn and Avondale. The 2.9km path will cerate a continuous shared path following the railway line

from New Lynn to Avondale with access to other cycle paths in the area. The specific outcomes included: • A safer appealing route for cyclists and pedestrians • Easier access to public and town centres • Improved visual appearances of public spaces • Reduced traffic congestion and air pollution from vehicles. Project and design brief: To create a modern look and for the first 300 metres of the walkway create a bolt together structure. The reasoning behind this was if the rail line was expanded and structure could be disassembled and resembled again.

In partnership with the D and H Steel Construction, the assemblies were designed to fit inside Perry Metal Protection’s largest Galvanising operation in Hamilton which has the capacity to single dip up to 9.25m and double dip up to 18m. A collaborative approach between the steel fabricator and Perry Metal protection ensured all of the items could be galvanised and delivered to site within a time frame that ensure planning and construction dates could be achieved, without unnecessary delays on the project. The project consisted of 150 tonnes of structural steel assemblies which were bolted into place and a 60 tonne of

balustrade handrails and posts, which were duplex painted after galvanising. According to Auckland Transport, Gordon Horsley, galvanising was preferred coating specified on the structure with HDG 99 the requirement to meet the life cycle of the project. Galvanising has the benefit of not requiring ongoing maintenance versus any alternative coating systems such as the traditional blast and paint application. This modern bolt-together structure project has been delivered on time with Auckland Transport impressed with the aspects of the design and the coating systems used.

We’ve got you covered Hot Dip Galvanizing gives you the reassurance of protection both inside & out. Your complete service provider for all your Hot Dip Galvanizing, Sandblasting, and painting and Industrial Grating requirements.

Hamilton Galvanizing Facility The wide by by 2.5m 2.5m deep deep The zinc zinc bath bath dimensions dimensions are 9.5m long by 1.6m wide

These dimensions enable steel items up to 9.5m in length to be single dipped or up to 18m in length to be double end-dipped Perry Metal Protection has been strengthening steel through Hot Dip Galvanizing (HDG) in New Zealand since the early 1970’s. Perry Metal Protection can offer the most comprehensive galvanizing service in New Zealand with Galvanizing operations in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, Wellington, and Christchurch. Perry Metal Protection can now also offer a comprehensive Sandblasting and Painting service with the recent purchase of Waikato Sandblasting Service Ltd. Perry Grating can provide you with a great range of Industrial Grating solutions.

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Vasta Contracting Ltd Vasta Contracting Ltd is a demolition and excavation company that provides services in retaining walls, excavations, demolition, and landscaping. The team is filled with experienced experts ready to help their customers with anything they need.

workmanship on the job, use the latest equipment, and are known to be trustworthy people.

They have excellent knowledge, skills, and work ethic - no project is ever too big or too small.

The team is always happy to help customers with all of their earthmoving requirements.

Customers will go through a stress-free process knowing that the team is there to support, provide high-quality

Vasta Contracting Ltd can help with that new driveway, build fences, shed prep, retaining wall, or just generally tidy a section.

For example, previous jobs include removing green waste and stumps with a digger and removing old slabs. These services help people have a brand new-looking section of land ready to be admired by the current owners or sold off to new owners, whatever the reason, Vasta Contracting Ltd is the company to contact. Prices are affordable as the team has a 1200mm auger, 900mm soak rings, and a range of other modern equipment, which the team uses to complete their services at a very competitive price, customers won’t be able to resist.

For more information on the company, reviews from previous customers, photos of either completed or in the works projects, and contact details visit the Vasta Contracting Ltd Facebook page. Someone on behalf of the team is always quick to respond to any queries someone may have. Interested in having help demolishing or excavating something? Get in touch now by calling 027 781 1226 for a noobligation free quote. Feel free to also head to the store in person on 4 Waipoua Street, Taupo, New Zealand.

Specialise in retaining walls, excavations, and lanscaping

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Curtains&Blinds

Christine McNeill P : 07 377 1070 M : 027 693 2868 E : candbtaupo@yahoo.co.nz

www.taupo.info Unit 14 Miro Court, 31 Miro Street, Taupo

Curtains and Blinds in Taupo is locally owned and operated, specialising in Custom Made window treatments. I have over 20 years of experience in the industry and have operated this business since 2013. I offer a free in-home measure and quote service, with lots of ideas, tips and useful information to help my customers decide which form of window treatment works best for their situation and requirements. The showroom is full of the latest designs from leading fabric suppliers, so there is plenty of choice to help create your personal spaces.

My soft furnishing manufacturers have over 30 years’ experience in producing quality drapes and roman blinds for customers all over New Zealand. My blind and track suppliers are New Zealand based, so manufacturing times for your roller, venetian or honeycomb blinds are much quicker than those sourced from overseas. Whether you need privacy, warmth or to bring some of your personality to your living areas, I am sure I can help you to find the right mix just for you. Feel free to call or email me to discuss the options available, either for new home build or renovation, permanent or holiday homes. I look forward to working with you!

Extreme Car Hire Extreme Car Hire is located in Hamilton New Zealand, and also servicing neighbouring cities. Our goal is to pimp out your ride for your next big event. We offer at present four incredible Beasts for your special occasion. Hire one...or all! These unique vehicles are available for weddings, balls, birthday parties, photo shoots, TV & film work, music videos and promotions.

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Weddings, birthdays, music videos, promotional and magazines. We have the perfect car no matter the occasion! Bridal Beast will get you to the wedding in the most unique and outrageous style. No rambling old vintage cars here – imagine as you arrive to the deep thumping rumble of the V8, the ground shakes, supercharger whines, paint and chrome gleam, jaws drop, this is no ordinary wedding... you and your guests will remember this day forever. We offer at present four incredible Beasts for your

special occasion. Hire one or all, these unique vehicles are available for weddings, balls, birthday parties, photo shoots, TV & film work, music videos and promotions. At Extreme Car Hire we really have a true passion for cars and know how much a killer set of wheels can set you apart from the crowd. Embrace your unique style and have your car set the mood. Let us help you be the superstar for you next event. Contact us today we’d love to hear from you.

Glamacote 2021 Ltd Glamacote ltd was born in 1984 specializing mainly in interior coatings and ceilings throughout the Waikato area. In the 90s the team at Glamacote started working with exterior cladding and exterior coating systems. Over the next 10 years we tried a few different coating systems but in the early 2000s we settled on the European system from Germany called STO. We believe this system is the superior system on the market today and continues to set the bar with waterproofing qualities throughout the layers of the plaster and paint system. Today we are one of New Zealands biggest applicators of the STO plaster system and service all of the Waikato area.

We currently have a team of 12 experienced applicators ranging from apprentices right through to 30+ years’ experience. Our team do the whole service, starting from supply and install of the claddings, applying the plaster system and also painting of the plaster system. We also offer a repair service which includes repainting of existing claddings. After 35 years at the helm founder of Glamacote Alan Liddall decided to step back from the day to day running of the company and brought in a fresh set of eyes to direct

the company for the future. This is when Jason Bryant moved into the management side of the business. Jason was brought up around the plastering industry through his dad Les Bryant who was one of the leaders in the industry in the 90s but sadly passed away in 1999. Jason turned to boat building after leaving school and forged a successful career for the next 10 + years building boats. In 2011 Alan asked Jason to join the team at Glamacote which he agreed upon. Jason set his sights on getting his trade qualification

whilst building an extensive knowledge of the building and plastering industry’s. When Alan moved Jason into a management role in 2019 the whole dynamics of the company changed. A fresh perspective was seen and Suttle changes made by Jason to Alans way of running the company help move Glamacote into a new era of the plastering industry. Alan fully retired in early 2021 and Jason brought the company from him outright. This is when Glamacote 2021 Ltd was born.

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A well maintained house will last longer than a house that is left to deteriorate in the elements.

The paint and coatings on the exterior of your homes are the most important barrier you have against water penetration and destruction.

Mould and dirt will eat away at the exterior protective coatings and sealants. A small investment in regular maintenance programme could save you a great deal of heartache and expense in the future.

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Titan Business Solutions Do you own a business and have heard yourself saying something like the following recently: • • • •

I can’t get hold of my accountant Why do I have so much tax to pay but no money? I don’t understand what my accountant is saying I wonder how well my business is doing financially.

Unfortunately, it is common for many business owners to be let down by their accountant. It shouldn’t be difficult to get answers that you understand and support when you need it. You should know how your business is running financially and where you are heading in the future. That is where Titan Business Solutions comes in. Their philosophy is to make your life as a

business owner easier and to provide a one stop shop for all your accounting needs. Their services range from bookkeeping right through to business coaching. And no, you won’t have to sell your first born to be able to afford their services. If there is something you need help with, they will either be able to do this or point you in the right direction. They also answer the phone!

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Husband and wife duo Perry and Jess Fulford are NZ born and bred and saw a gap in the market for proficient, responsive business advisors. They each have over 15 years experience working in small and medium size accounting practices. At these firms they grew disappointed in the level of customer service so when they were in a position to start their own practice they jumped at the chance. The firm is a member of Chartered Accountants New Zealand giving you peace of mind you are receiving the best possible advice. They are also a certified partner of Xero and have a wealth of knowledge using the software, along with other add ons.

Get in touch with Jess or Perry using their details below to see how you can work with them to get all of your accounting needs sorted.

Sun Shade Waikato Looking for a shade sail, outdoor screen, or any other Sunshade solution in and around the Waikato? Mike Atwood Canvas are your people to see. We’ve been making shade sails, structures, and screens for New Zealand conditions since the late 1990s, so with almost 20 years in the trade, we are perfectly placed to help you achieve an exceptional weather protection outcome. Whether it be for the education sector, at home or in a commercial or farming environment, we’ll bring you a top quality result every time. Our owner/operator Mike has been operating under the Sunshade brand since 2017. Having fabricated and

installed shade sails for 15 years in his previous life, he has a unique perspective to know exactly what will work for his customers. Mike and the team design and install shade sails, screens and other shade products across the Waikato, King Country, Matamata and Rotorua regions. At the heart of it all we are driven, down-to-earth NZ business owners and operators who have made it our passion to create outdoor spaces for people to enjoy and feel safe within. We have got pretty

good at it over the years, winning awards and honing our craft with each project. We are interested in sustainability and continue to find ways to incorporate this into our practical working lives. Technology and developments in the outdoor fabrics industry and our supply chains continue to evolve and we enjoy adopting these as we all learn and grow. We are lucky to work in a very supportive industry, which we

stay connected to as members of the Outdoor Fabric Products Association of NZ (OFPANZ) and Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI). Ultimately, we believe in community values inside our industry as well as in our personal lives and helping each other out where we can. From the 90s to today, we’re mobile and ready to come to you. We welcome you to get in touch and invite us to your place for a measure and quote.

Sunshade is a nationwide New Zealand business with a local shade + screen specialist to help you in most areas of the country. We’ll see through your project from woah to go. Mike and the team design and install shade sails, screens and other shade products across the Waikato, King Country, Matamata and Rotorua regions. We welcome you to get in touch and invite us to your place for a measure and quote.

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Harcourts Roger Child If his background is anything to go by, Roger Child has a genuine passion for people. He has 28 years’ experience in airline industry, travel industry and hospitality industry. This extensive background in customer service means Roger appreciates that every customer is an individual and each deal is unique, and he’s adept at working out what people want and listening to their needs. Roger, his wife and their family, have been living in the Waikato since 1986 and feel right at home in the diverse and rural community it offers. He has managed the Matamata Club,

resulting in him becoming well known in the community. The move into real estate seemed a natural fit, with Roger obtaining his Real Estate Salesperson certificate in 2007. From day one he has been with the Harcourts Matamata team, one of the Harcourts Kevin Deane Real Estate franchises servicing the Greater Waikato area. Having represented the region in cricket and hockey, as both an administrator and an umpire, Roger has a passion for fairness. He participated

in the 2016 Master’s Games as a hockey umpire. He has a lot of respect for the people of Matamata and has a deep understanding of living and working in a small town: “Real estate in Matamata is far more personal than other regions. You’re going to see the people whose house you sold again and again.” A decorated Harcourts agent, Roger has been awarded the following achievements throughout his career: • 2021 - Top Sales Person of the Year Matamata in Office • 2020 - Top Sales Person of the Year Matamata in Office

• 2019 - Top Sales Person of the Year Matamata in Office • 2018 - Top Sales Person of the Year Matamata in Office • 2017 - Top Sales Person of the Year Matamata in Office • 2016 - Top Sales Person of the Year Matamata in Office • 2015 - Top Sales Person of the Year Matamata in Office • 2014 - Top Sales Person of the Year Matamata in Office • 2013 - Top Sales Person of the Year Matamata in Office • 2012 - Top Sales Person of the Year Matamata in Office • 2011 - Top Sales Person of the Year Matamata in Office • 2010 - Top Sales Person of the Year Matamata in Office • 2009 - Top Sales Person of the Year Matamata in Office.

Matamata “With extensive background in customer service means Roger appreciates that every customer is an individual and each deal is unique, and he’s adept at working out what people want and listening to their needs.”

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Kae Interior Designs Kae Interior Designs started five years ago by the owner Kerryn Elwin to provide a personal service, guiding clients to create a home they are proud of and enjoy living in. She is based in Hamilton and assists the Greater Waikato region. Kerryn is committed to listening to her clients wants, needs and ideas to formulate a consistent design style that can then be applied to all areas of their home. It is important to her that the process is collaborative and enjoyable for her clients. Since 2017, the business has grown to include the design

and manufacturing of window treatments such as curtains, blinds and shutters, and soft furnishings such as cushions, throws and headboards. Services also include: full interior design packages for new builds, design concepts and plans for renovations, curtain and blinds consults and

design, project management, and personal shopping. Kae Interior Designs can help you with any project - large or small. From new builds to home renovations, big projects like kitchens and bathrooms to smaller projects like flooring, lighting and styling your home. Kerryn will start with an initial consultation to discuss design ideas and then provide a design concept and plan. The next step is product selections and purchasing with a high level of communication along the way. Kae Interior Designs offer a range of design packages to suit all pricing levels and

project sizes. Kerryn can also project manage your project, organising and scheduling the trades from start to finish. Feel free to call Kerryn on (021) 170 1068 as she can help make your design choices easier. Go on the Kae Interior Designs website for more information about the company, services provided, photos of previous projects, shop for cushions, to read their latest blogs and news, and for their contact details. www.kaeinteriordesigns.co.nz

At Kae Interior Designs I work closely with my clients to discover their needs and wants for their home.

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What to look for

in a real estate agent Your home is often your largest personal asset so selling it can be both exciting and stressful at the same time. That’s why having an agent that you can trust to help you achieve the best price and conditions possible for your home – all while being transparent and ensuring all parties are comfortable and aware of the processes, will make a big difference. Certain attributes differentiate a great agent from a good agent. We recommend that you look for agents who demonstrate a great deal of professionalism, local knowledge and have a good reputation. Look for someone who understands the kind of people who will be interested in your home. This will help with the marketing of your home and communicating the benefits of your property to potential buyers. Local agents often have a

network of potential buyers that they have been working with or regularly communicate with, who are ready and able to provide the best price for your home. Great real estate agents are well connected, therefore asking family and friends if they know an agent they would recommend is a great start; referrals are often the best way to find an agent with a proven track-record, and not just someone who knows how to say the right things at the right time. When asking for recommendations, remember to ask what factors their recommendation is based on. Did they get the level of communication they wanted? Did they think the agent used the marketing spend effectively? Did they manage any challenges through the process well? Agents are usually more than happy to come to your property, share their knowledge and talk you through your options for selling. We recommend meeting a few agents before you choose who to work with. Try visiting open homes they are hosting to understand how they present their vendor’s property.

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This will help you get a feel for how they will work to get the best for your property. Take a look online and see how agents are using social media and digital marketing to increase coverage for the properties they are selling. Therefore see what you could expect for your home. Many agents will also use advanced technology to help market and sell your home, which can often reach a broader audience, for example: • Virtual Reality tours or 3D walkthroughs are one of the options that increase the accessibility of an open home to a wider range of potential purchasers in the first instance, particularly out of town buyers • Augmented Reality is another option that can help potential purchasers rework the layout of furniture in the home, so they can better picture themselves and their belongings in the home. Try not to select an agent based solely on their commission fee, but it is important to understand what the fees are. While these do vary by agency, our advice is to choose an agent

Jen Baird Chief executive of the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand

Try visiting open homes they are hosting to understand how they present their vendor’s property. you trust and whose previous work gives you confidence. Great agents can achieve a better price for your property by understanding the best strategies according to different market conditions. At the end of the day, the person you choose is going to be a big part of your life while you sell your home, so it is important that you feel comfortable with them and that you can trust them to get the job done.

Sharing advice from my external team As owner of a First National agency, I’ve learned the importance of having a comprehensive support team. Here is some wisdom from two close associates of my external team. “Cash Flow is King!”

Rachel Balme, Accountants NZ “Money in the bank gives you choices and a solid business base. Some things to keep in mind: 1. Follow up on all your invoices. Don’t let them become overdue.

3. Be careful when looking at asset purchases (tools, vehicles) that you have enough cash reserves to pay your bills. You may want to talk to your accountant before you buy. 4. Save your tax money in a separate interestbearing account.

2. If possible, make your invoices 7 days to pay rather than the 20th of the month following.

5. Have an accounting system like Xero – this keeps track of cash flow.” (abridged)

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“Protect Your Assets!” Nicole Porima, Gallie Miles Lawyers “It’s important to talk to your lawyer about asset protection before you go into business. One of the most effective ways to do this when starting a business is to settle a Trust. When you transfer assets into a Trust, you are no longer the legal owner of those assets. This means if there are creditor or Worksafe claims made against you personally, the assets held in the Trust are protected from these claims or penalties.

We recommend all valuable assets are transferred into the Trust - your family home, shares, investments or even vehicles. It’s important to talk to your lawyer and accountant first about whether the Trust should own some shares in the business as this can have tax implications.” (abridged) Use our First National expertise and experience to save you money – we put you first! Vayle Hammond Director/ Agent from First National Te Awamutu

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Mike Stent Decorators If you’re building a new home or undertaking any kind of renovation, then Mike Stent Decorators can help. Based in the Waikato for over 15 years, Mike Stent Decorators is a successful painting and decorating company specialising in new and refurbished homes, and are equipped to handle both interior and exterior work. We understand the impact an inviting exterior and interior can make on any home – for both its owners and on visitors, and we also appreciate the impact a professional looking building can make to any company – that’s why we also undertake

commercial painting as well. Our professional and friendly staff work alongside clients from start to finish, ensuring a top quality finish that will exceed your expectations. Out team has the experience and expertise to come up with innovative solutions to ensure your project is kept within budget and completed on time. We pride ourselves on our work ethic and in delivering top quality results that last the distance.

In their words “The owners are awesome friendly people who love to do a good job for you.” – Andrea Tait “Great business with professional & friendly staff.” – Pam Ruff

So for all your new home, refurbishment or commercial painting and decorating needs, simply contact the team at Mike Stent Decorators. 20 Glendale Drive, Hamilton 022 106 6166 m.stent@xtra.co.nz

For all your new home or new commercial painting and decorating needs contact the team at Mike Stent Decorators. Mike Stent Registered Master Painter 027 290 4484 56

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Our family looks after yours. As a team of more than 850 specialists in over 85 locations across heartland New Zealand, Property Brokers works as a true team to get you the exceptional results you deserve. And, because we’re a local, family-owned, non-franchised business, we operate free of politics and franchiser boundaries. You get the same values and exceptional service levels every time you work with us. Because, where we come from, that’s just the way things are done. When results matter, you’ll want to talk to us. 0800 367 5263 or go to pb.co.nz

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Know what works in this market? We do. From the start, provincial New Zealand has been where Property Brokers feels most at home. For over 35 years, they’ve grown with the communities they live, work and play in. “Our business is personal, and our regional roots run deep. It’s a rich relationship filled with insights that can only really be gained through time and dedication,” says John Janssen, Property Brokers Waikato Regional Manager. Whilst headlines paint a picture of uncertainty around price level, interest rates, and demand level - this doesn’t change the fact that people still need to move houses, businesses and farming operations in all markets. You need experience and local expertise in this market, that’s why we are seeing more people than ever choose to transact through Property Brokers. “We’re seeing more people actively looking to shift to the provinces. And as they plan their next move, they’re looking to Property Brokers as the experts on the ground,” Janssen says. As a team of over 850 people strong, in more than 85 locations throughout provincial New Zealand means that the Property Brokers team can offer unmatched insights.

“With the size and breadth of our business across NZ, our ability to bring genuine value through our significant Rural, Lifestyle, Commercial and Residential Divisions is seeing Property Brokers exponentially grow up and down the country,” Jannsen says.

only membership with LeadingRE’ Leading Real Estate Companies of the World’, sees them maximise global connections with investors interested in New Zealand via a network comprising 550 partners with 4,600 offices in 70 countries.

Over the years, Property Brokers has received 18 Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) awards. From humble beginnings as a team of five, the unwavering commitment to excellence of this local family-owned and operated business has resulted in Property Brokers being recognised in the top 1% out of 909 real estate companies in New Zealand.

Janssen says, “With much larger buyer networks, we can put together deals that our competitors simply wouldn’t know about.”

“As a non-franchised business, we provide a committed nationwide approach working as a true team, free of politics and franchiser boundaries. And, because you’re dealing with the same company, you get the same values and consistently exceptional service levels,” adds Janssen.

As the market changes, it’s becoming increasingly crucial that you have someone in your corner who intimately knows the local market, economic factors, and its intricacies. “Property Brokers is that business. People come back to us time and time again because we do right by them every time,” says Janssen. Looking to buy, sell, invest or have your property managed? Talk to Property Brokers first 0800 367 5263 or visit pb.co.nz

Property Brokers belongs to the NZ Realtors Network, which comprises New Zealand’s leading independent real estate companies, making them the most extensive network in New Zealand. As long-term strategic partners of Farmlands Co-operative, they’re able to exclusively market properties through Farmlands’ channels to over 70,000+ Farmlanders. An invitation-

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McIndoe Group McIndoe Group is a Plumbing, Engineering, Contracting and Mechanical company based in the North Island. The company has been serving King Country area for over 40 years for all your plumbing, contracting, engineering, mechanical, tyres, and Bootwash needs. They have a fully stocked retail store for all your engineering, plumbing, and mechanical items. The team has the skills and equipment to handle various plumbing needs fast and efficiently such as: • Fixing toilets & drains • Supplying & installing new bathroom fittings

• Roofing, recladding & maintenance • Woodburner installations • Chimney cleaning. Contract services include: • Directional drilling • Drainlaying (residential, commercial, council infrastructure, & agricultural drainage) • Hydrovac Excavation. Engineering services include: • LT400 certification work • Transport repairs & maintenance

• Full stainless & aluminum fabrication • Manufacturers of customised truck & trailer units, & more.

approved for primary industries. They are easyto-use, safe, hygienic, adjustable, and effective.

Mechanical services include: • Servicing various trucks, trailers, heavy machinery, motorhomes, & diesel utes • CoF inspections & repairs • Truck wheel alignments & balancing • 24 hours of emergency callouts.

For more information on services, contact details and operating hours visit www.mcindoegroup.co.nz.

Tyre services are provided for cars, four-wheel drives, ATV vehicles, trucks, and a fully equipped service truck is available 24/7 for emergencies. The Bootwash and Solewash Hygiene Systems are MAF

Need help? Call now on 0800 546 246, email office@mcindoegroup.co.nz or call Jim for after-hour emergencies on 027 577 5921. Check out the store on 44 Waitete Road, Te Kuiti in Waitomo, Waikato. The store is open from Monday through to Friday from 8 AM - 5 PM.

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SARNZ

Scaffolding, Access and Rigging New Zealand (SARNZ) offers industry support Who we are

A survey has been made publicly available so that the MSDs taskforce can collect data from all over New Zealand from people currently suffering from MSDs or who want to be involved in the project.

Ranging from multiple stories high, to working with complex structures, scaffolding needs to be robust, safe, and designed with the building and health and safety in mind. It requires skill and a safety conscious approach to working on scaffolding and in rigging. It became apparent that there needed to be oversight of the quality and regulations that companies operated under. That’s when Scaffolding, Access and Rigging New Zealand Inc (SARNZ) was formed, in 1994. A like-minded group formed SARNZ to ensure there was a unified voice for concerns and improving regulation. We are a nucleus for companies of all sizes in scaffolding and rigging to join. SARNZ are one

Benefits

centralised place for voicing concerns or feedback on regulations, getting help with training and applying Unit Standards for apprentices or overseas applicants, and having the backing of an organization that exists to raise industry standards in quality and safety. We work with government agencies like WorkSafe and CHASNZ to ensure that rules and regulations are fit for purpose and meet the needs of the industry.

Safety and standards are important to us and we hold our members to a high standard, so we are always continually working on options and projects to protect the industry.

What we do

With the rapid growth of technology in the industry, processes and awareness have not kept pace to ensure that staff aren’t being injured during its use. This project aims to increase awareness of MSDs and its prevalence. SARNZ is excited to help the industry build more robust communication and reporting methods for staff around injuries or discomfort, and design processes that acknowledge and account for risky work.

SARNZ supports members in training staff on best practice, health and safety, and even business development. This support provides our members with the knowledge and expertise to be the best in the industry, and to raise the standards of construction. If companies are interested in being further quality assured, they can apply for Gold Accreditation.

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Our board members Vadim Spice and David Sopp have teamed up with CHASNZ, and other industry experts, to work on improving Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) recognition and prevention in the industry.

A membership with SARNZ includes exclusive insurance offers for members which provides peace of mind throughout the full project phase, making SARNZ members the smart choice. • Industry support and advocacy • Help with training and apprenticeships • Discounts for insurance and much more • Quality assured and Gold Accreditation for further quality testing • Conferences and events for people to network Being a SARNZ member means access to all the benefits of being the best in the industry. We work hard for our members and to raise standards in the industry. Our members work hard for you and provide the best quality backed by an organisation that delivers on quality and support. If you are interested in joining SARNZ, head to www.sarnz. co.nz to learn how you can become a member.

INDUSTRIAL SITE SERVICES It’s what we do.

WE GO ABOVE AND BEYOND TO MEET YOUR NEEDS

Industrial Site Services is a specialised contracting company, meeting the needs of the construction and manufacturing industries in New Zealand and around the Asia/Pacific region. We have highly experienced personnel who work alongside our quality clients. ISS is a recognised achiever in the more difficult project tasks and in particular, heavy industrial maintenance and construction shut work at major installations such as power stations, refineries and pulp and paper plants.

SERVICES RiggingScaffolding • Wind Turbine Erection & Maintenance Engineering & Mechanical • Industrial Rope Access Craneage & Haulage • Steel Erection • Health & Safety

We would love to hear from you, comments, suggestions or enquiries.

PHONE: 0800 800 679

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Industrial Site Services Industrial Site Services Ltd (ISS) was formed in 1991 to answer the call of the industry to supply reliable, professional and innovative solutions to the rigging, scaffolding, engineering and heavy transport and energy sectors. As a NZ owned and operated family business, where customer service is paramount, ISS has won multiple awards for projects along with many industry organisation awards for excellence. ISS offers a onestop-shop for height access services, construction and heavy industry maintenance. We have highly experienced personnel who work alongside our quality clients. ISS is a recognised achiever in the more difficult project tasks and in particular, heavy industrial maintenance and construction shut work at major installations such as power stations, refineries and pulp and paper plants.

Our values People People are Industrial Site Services’ biggest asset. As part of the ISS commitment to invest in its people, and with strong links back to Tikunga Maori and t our company Kaupapa this is reflected throughout the business. ISS creates and sponsors training programmes with industry specialists for its employees. ISS employees make up an extremely skilled, reliable and efficient workforce. This translates into efficiency, quality and cost saving for all clients. ISS see training and the development of

their people as a key driver to ensure the continual upskilling of our rigging, scaffolding, rope access and wind turbine staff. Safety Industrial Site Services considers health, safety and environmental compliance as a top priority. The strong governance framework within the organization ensures that processes and values are ingrained in all employees, visitors and customers. Compliance involves having a full-time Health, Safety and Environmental Manager overseeing implementation and the monitoring of policies and procedures. Which has led to us being ISO 9001 and 45001 certified. Industrial Site Services holds various industry health and safety accreditations, including ACC WSMP SHE Pre-Qual, Totika, Impac Pre-Qual, CM3 and prequal New Zealand accreditations. Reliability Industrial Site Services strives to perform and maintain a high standard of quality. ISS has been delivering innovation and helping solve problems for its clients in the competitive environment it operates in. Over the last 30+ years, ISS has worked on various big projects with outstanding results. Delivering quality, working

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within budget constraints and delivering on time are the hallmarks of ISS’s project management skills.

Our services Scaffolding: No scaffold design or build is too difficult for us we cover Industrial, commercial, residential scaffolding across the country.

Delivering quality, working within budget constraints and delivering on time are the hallmarks of ISS’s project management skills.

Rigging: With NZ’s largest range of rigging equipment and staff with up to 40 years’ experience we offer the complete package in rigging.

Equipment Hire: We offer one of the largest ranges of rigging, scaffolding and confined space equipment for hire and sale.

Wind Turbine Erection & Maintenance: With GWO ticketed and experience staff ISS is the most experienced company in NZ to erect and maintain wind turbines across the Asia Pacific region.

Steel Erection: ISSL specialises in Structural Steel Erection; helicopter and multi crane lifts are just some of our expertise.

Engineering & Mechanical: With our Waikato based engineering workshop, plus on-site services we cover all your engineering needs. Industrial Rope Access: ISSL has all levels of experienced rope technicians with dual trades offering an alternative costeffective height solution.

Confined Space & Hole Management Teams Craneage & Haulage Bridge Building & Maintenance Health & Safety Salvage & Deconstruction

INDUSTRIAL SITE SERVICES It’s what we do.

TO BE THE COMPANY OF CHOICE IN EVERYTHING WE DO

SERVICES RiggingScaffolding • Wind Turbine Erection & Maintenance Engineering & Mechanical • Industrial Rope Access Craneage & Haulage • Steel Erection • Health & Safety We would love to hear from you, comments, suggestions or enquiries.

PHONE: 0800 800 679

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B-Select Tyre and Automotive Te Rapa Having been in business for 27 years, we thought we had seen it all – then Covid hit in 2020. As like most business owners we have had to adjust to the new normal while at the same time focusing on business basics. Finding and keeping the best employees is a strong safeguard for retaining our clients. Our business future rests on our strong, talented staff. We believe in all our staff being able to multitask instead of specialising in one area. Just recently they all completed the Bridgestone passenger tyre fitment course of competence. They are now going through the EV course for electric vehicles. We see this as a necessity for our mechanics to stay up to date with the ever-evolving technology. We are spoilt for mechanical expertise with two qualified Warrant of Fitness mechanics and two apprentice mechanics. It just gives us more flexibility for our business. The years of tyre experience in this shop equates to over 100 years of tyre knowledge. The shop was purpose built for tyres and mechanical with inground hoists and we keep up to date with the latest equipment in tyre technology. Our data base is equipped for sending out reminders for warrants, services and wheel

The years of tyre experience in this shop equates to over 100 years of tyre knowledge. The shop was purpose built for tyres and mechanical with inground hoists and we keep up to date with the latest equipment in tyre technology.

alignments. We also send text reminders for our client’s appointments the day before. There is plenty of parking and manoeuvring room for the trailer boat or caravan to be bought in for its six monthly of yearly warrant check. We have a welcoming reception area as well, equipped with coffee, TV, and toys for the children to play with. For those who feel like some retail therapy while they wait, we have a little shop in our reception area stocked with gift ware, recycled tyre furniture and much more.

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Bridgestone named ‘Most Trusted Tyre Brand’ Bridgestone has been named the Most Trusted Tyre Brand in Australia and New Zealand, upholding its reputation as the most reliable on the market. Commissioned by Reader’s Digest, one of the world’s largest and most respected publications, the annual independent survey directs consumers to the brands they can trust most. For the fourth year running, respondents voted Bridgestone the ‘Most Trusted Tyre Brand’ in New Zealand. Bridgestone’s Director of New Zealand Business, John Staples, believes building trust is at the core of Bridgestone’s operations. “More than ever, we are seeing how trust is crucial to New Zealanders, and we’re honoured to maintain

More than ever, we are seeing how trust is crucial to New Zealanders, and we’re honoured to maintain the trust we’ve earnt with motorists with safe, reliable tyres, great service and meaningful contributions to the community.

the trust we’ve earnt with motorists with safe, reliable tyres, great service and meaningful contributions to the community,” Mr Staples said. So, whether it’s high performance technology, durability or all round comfort, there’s a Bridgestone tyre to keep you safe wherever you’re going.

TYRE & AUTO IN TE RAPA Tyres WOF Alignment

Servicing Mechanical Wheels

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Hamilton Panel Works

Welcome to Hamilton Panel Works, we are collision repair specialists, complete insurance work for all major insurance companies, and have a range of courtesy vehicles available. Established in 1942, we have been operating in Hamilton for 80 years. We have also belonged to the Motor Body Builders Association, presently called the Collision Repair Association (CRA) since 1951. Approved Insurance Repairer We are a member of the New Zealand Collision Repair Association (NZCRA) as well as one of Hamilton’s recommended approved

repairers for a number of insurance companies including: • • • • • • • •

AA Aig Allianz Autosure Co-op Farmers Mutual Gallagher Basset IAG: AMI, AON, Lantern, Lumley • Medical Assurance • Monument

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• • • • • •

QBE Sureplan Smartpak Tower Vero: AMP Zurich.

Our friendly and experienced team will get you back up and running quickly and you can be satisfied knowing you had the best guys to do the job. It has taken many years to build up our solid reputation around the region and we are immensely proud of the team and company as a whole. You can count on us for cost effective, professional repairs that are completed on time with an excellent quality of work.

No matter the type of vehicle or its condition, we will help you get it back on the road in time. Let’s face it, getting damage to your car to any capacity can be a stressful, costly and annoying pain. At Hamilton Panel Works, we’ve been in the business so long that we know exactly what to do in a number of scenarios, we’ve seen it all meaning we can help you get through the process in the most stressful way possible. So, come get a quote from us or contact us directly. Ph: 07 847 8023 E: info@hamiltonpanel works.co.nz

Traffic Management Waikato Hamilton Based Traffic Management Specialists servicing Waikato, King Country, Coromandel, Bay of Plenty and Taranaki Expert Traffic Management Advice from Experienced, Well-Trained Staff at Competitive Prices. • Highly qualified & experienced STMS personnel • Providing a safe working environment for you • With minimal disruption to you or traffic. We understand that traffic delays of any kind can impact on the public’s perceptions of your company and endeavor

to go over and above what is required by CoPTTM to providing the best service to everyone involved. Once sites are set, our proactive staff will optimize and assist site vehicles, public, pedestrians and cyclists. Our sites are audited to ensure that we comply with the law and providing best practices. Our highly qualified and experienced STMS personnel are proactive in providing a safe working environment for you, with minimal disruption to you or traffic.

What we do Traffic Management Waikato offer Traffic Management from basic shoulder closures to complex, multiple Stop/Go plans on L1 roads. • Temporary Road Closures & Road Shoulder Closures • Traffic Management Plans • Traffic Contollers (Stop/Go) • Roading Health & Safety • Temporary Road Signs, Cones, Barriers • STMS Personnel • CoPTTM Compliance. We have an outstanding safety record Our sites are audited both internally and externally to ensure that we are complying to the letter of the law and

providing best practices. Our internal systems are continually being improved, not just on site, allowing swifter, faster emergency response and improving management and operations. All out trucks have dash cameras and our best practice involves filming every site we work on; each job is then reviewed for any process improvements or staff training by our full-time auditor and trainer. Our clients: • • • • • • •

Councils Business Users Roading contractors Construction Companies Power Companies Road markers Arborists & Tree Felling Companies.

Hamilton Based Traffic Management Specialists Servicing Waikato Highly qualified and experienced STMS personnel, providing a safe working environment for you, with minimal disruption to you or traffic!

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AP Group

Waste reduction and environmental protection during the construction and demolition process is an increasing focus for customers. And it’s something that Waikato Demolition has concentrated on for over a decade and was even the foundation the business was established upon, says company director Andrew Proudlock. “We saw an opportunity and believed that there would be a trend towards recycling in the demolition business and at the time nobody was offering this service,” he says. This has led to the development of a multi-skilled business that today operates from the South Auckland region to New Plymouth. Founded in 2006 in Hamilton, Waikato Demolition is a sister company of AP Demolition. Both companies are operated under the umbrella of AP Group, which also includes AP Construction, AP Waste and A.P Quarries, leading to synergies between the different businesses. Waikato Demolition

undertakes large or small, mechanical or manual demolition from garages to multi-storied commercial buildings. Any products that can be recycled are then taken to the company’s recycling facility including aluminium frames and timber. The facility also accepts loads of concrete from outside businesses. Heavy investment has been made into the latest equipment and the company now boasts specialised equipment with a focus on recycling, including high reach diggers which can stretch from 18 metres to 26 metres in the air, and a robotic digger, which

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enables remote operation making tricky demolition projects safer.

Waikato Demolition is capable of achieving some pretty impressive recycling statistics on some projects of up to 93 percent.

Crushing and screening of a range of aggregate products is undertaken with the company’s fully computerised crushing and screening plant. Product is then sold as builders mix (numbers 1 and 2 grade) and drainage aggregate (gap 20/40, 40/65 & 60+ grades). Sometimes product can be crushed on site with the company’s mobile crushing plant then used as backfill on the same project. It’s no surprise then that Waikato Demolition is capable of achieving some pretty impressive recycling statistics on some projects of up to 93 percent. This also means cost savings for clients with demolition project prices based on how many

materials can successfully be recovered and on-sold. Of course as the items are also not going into land fills it is a win for the environment. Other services include timber recovery which sees Waikato Demolition recover timber from its demolition contracts for on-sale and re-use in its building projects. Waikato Demolition has recently completed a large project at the Soundshell in Rotorua, removing and disposing of friable asbestos safely as well as demolishing the structure paving the way for plans to redevelop the area into a world-class lakefront. “This project involved a lot of technical issues but by working alongside the other project partners and Rotorua Lakes Council we all worked together to find solutions.” Andrew says that despite the challenging economic environment the company has been incredibly busy. “People are definitely committing to push ahead with projects.”

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