Competition in consenting activities should be considered, along with other options, in the coming review of the Resource Management Act, says BusinessNZ.
Building & Construction
Seismic strengthening policy needs rethink
New exemptions from seismic strengthening requirements show the policy is inconsistent and unnecessary, says BusinessNZ.
National earthquake standards unaffordable for some communities
A policy requiring buildings to be demolished or upgraded to national earthquake standards is excessive and could be unaffordable for some communities, says BusinessNZ.
Extension of the Apprenticeship Reboot scheme is welcomed
ManufacturingNZ welcomes the Government’s announcement today at the Prime Minister’s Pre-Budget Luncheon hosted by Fujitsu and BusinessNZ, that it is spending up to $20 million for an extra 6,000 apprenticeship places.
Guidelines for development contributions sought
Better council treatment of property developers would help housing affordability, says BusinessNZ.