Train and retain the catch cry to beat skilled labour shortage
Driven by AI adoption and the push for data sovereignty, data centres have become one of the fastest-growing sectors across Australia and New Zealand. Continue →
Author Rachel Loo
New Zealand’s main residential warranties differ in important ways
New analysis shows protection differences In the country’s three main residential warranties. Continue →
As organisations grapple with rapid change and evolving business landscapes, successful transformation is imperative for long-term success. This event provides essential insights and strategies to navigate complex change initiatives, mitigate risks, and unlock significant performance improvements. In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the ability to adapt and transform is critical to long-term success. Join Brightstar for a comprehensive exploration of the key strategies and techniques to navigate organisational change and drive lasting impact.
First-quarter commercial property and construction monitors point to an easing in regional headwinds, the least pessimistic outturns since the start of 2023, says RICS. Australia and New Zealand remain the most affected. In other news, RICS has recently updated its requirements for Direct Entry to MRICS, now known as the Recognition of Professional Qualification (RPQ) pathway.
Important updates for RICS members on market conditions and eligibility
First-quarter commercial property and construction monitors point to an easing in regional headwinds, the least pessimistic outturns since the start of 2023, says RICS. Continue →
Construction costs edge up despite fuel pressure relief
The average building cost per square metre for non-residential buildings – excluding educational buildings – has increased by one percent this quarter and by 1.8 percent annually. Continue →
Medium-term market consolidation expected from constrained budget
Colliers comprehensive overview of the measures announced in New Zealand’s Budget 2026, provide a commercial real estate perspective with implications across office, retail, industrial and rural property sectors. Continue →
Steel Council sets before parliament an achievable path to cut steel emissions
New Zealand’s infrastructure sector is under pressure to deliver more – more homes, more transport, more resilience – while reducing emissions. Continue →
Mixed sentiment across APAC as material cost pressures emerge The Q1 2026 RICS Global Commercial Property & Construction Monitors for APAC point to a further easing in the regional headwinds that have weighed on activity over recent quarters. While headline metrics remain in negative territory, the latest readings represent the least pessimistic outturns since the start of 2023. Anecdotal feedback nevertheless highlights the ongoing Iran war as a dominant overlay on global sentiment, although its translation into local market conditions has so far been uneven across APAC, with Australia and New Zealand visibly more affected than the rest of the region.
Important update for NZIQS members RICS has recently updated its requirements for Direct Entry to MRICS, now known as the Recognition of Professional Qualification (RPQ) pathway. Under the new update, NZIQS Registered Members now need 5 years of relevant experience post-membership (previously 10 years) to be eligible, to apply for MRICS membership via the RPQ route.
What perks are going to keep your key staff
New Zealand workplaces are operating in a mixed benefits economy, where the same benefits can be widely embraced by some organisations but remain under-used or out of reach in others. Continue →
Commercial market coping with calmer times but poised to grow
A distinct two-tiered market has emerged across the commercial property sector, according to Colliers Auckland Director of Investment Sales Tim Bull. Continue →
Physical security guidance for New Zealand data centre hopes
The security implications of huge data centres as a component of national infrastructure have moved to centre stage with the wave of investment announcements arriving on Australian shores. Continue →
NZS 3910:2023 Contract Essentials & Dispute Procedures Upcoming training course: 13 October 2026 This critical two-day training course covers NZS 3910 which has been recently updated and anyone who is involved with contract management in the construction sector, or whose daily work is governed by the laws and regulations of the construction and property industry, needs to be aware of the important changes included within NZS 3910:2023.
Contract Law for Non-Lawyers Upcoming training courses: 4 August 2026 3 November 2026 5 November 2026 This popular training course is an intensely practical guide through the essentials of contract law, exploring such details as when a contract will be required, when you have a contract (and don’t necessarily know it), what types of contract exist and the effect of statutes on your contractual arrangements.
Sector disrupter lets small time investors into property market
New guidance from the Financial Markets Authority (FMA), creates an opportunity for Kiwis to buy shares in residential property developments, giving them a proportionate stake in the profits once the homes are built and sold — but without the need for large deposits, personal guarantees or developer-level capital. Continue →
The New Zealand Risk & Resilience Summit will feature key learnings and insights from around the world which are relevant and can be applied in New Zealand. This includes; strategic planning, risk and resilience modelling through to organisational culture, operations and a broader view of supplier, customer, sector, community networks and relationship strategies. What does resilience look like for the business, the risk leaders, c-suite, community leaders and our vulnerable. How can we create a better future where we ensure we have the best information and learnings from a much wider perspective?
Land shortages and record building prices as Auckland nears capacity
A shortage of suitably-zoned commercial and industrial land is pushing Auckland’s property market to record-high levels. Continue →
Aussie model could get Kiwis into homes faster
The NSW government’s innovative Pre-sale Finance Guarantee is already building momentum in the housing pipeline with a further 300 new homes in Sydney set to start construction. Continue →
Consolidation and automation of storage hubs sparks demand
The increase in primary sector exports may not match the percentage gains of 2024-2025 but the mere fact they on the increase is good news for a sorely constrained industrial construction sector. Continue →