Portfolio: Building And Construction

Faster, Cheaper Building Consents On the Way

beehive.govt.nz — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:46:08 +1300

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Building and Construction Minister Maurice Williamson says the introduction of the National Multiple-Use Approval service meets the Government's promise to cut red tape and to reduce compliance costs ...

Leaky Homes

beehive.govt.nz — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 16:03:57 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Today I met again with the Auckland, Wellington, North Shore, Tauranga, Christchurch and Waitakere Mayors to further our discussions on finding a solution to the leaky homes issue. They represent...

Announcement on Building Act Review and Licensed Building Practitioner scheme

beehive.govt.nz — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:29:41 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Introduction Thank you all for the time and cost you’ve incurred coming here today for this briefing. Many of you were together last month for the forum in Auckland. At that time I promised early a...

Changes to cut red tape and improve building quality

beehive.govt.nz — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:17:30 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Consumers will have greater confidence in the competence of builders and so the quality of new homes under a package of measures unveiled today. “We need a better way of getting the job done right f...

Leaky Homes

beehive.govt.nz — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 16:17:05 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Today I met with the Mayors of Auckland, Wellington, North Shore, Tauranga, Christchurch and Waitakere to discuss the leaky homes issue. These Mayors represent the six most affected Councils. The...

Streamlined building law under way

beehive.govt.nz — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 13:02:29 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

A Bill which will speed-up the building consent process and reduce costs, is set to become law after completing its passage through Parliament. Building and Construction Minister Maurice Williamson sa...

Building and Construction Sector Taskforce reports

beehive.govt.nz — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 14:28:38 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

The Minister for Building and Construction, Maurice Williamson, has welcomed the release of the Building and Construction Sector Taskforce reports at the Building and Construction Sector Forum in Auck...

Building Industry Federation AGM, Te Papapa, Auckland

beehive.govt.nz — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 12:56:57 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Acknowledgements Bill Smith - Chairman, Building Industry Federation Introduction Good afternoon. Thank you for inviting me to speak at your annual meeting. It's a pleasure to be here. Many of you wi...

Appointments to Electrical Workers Registration Board

beehive.govt.nz — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 10:41:10 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Building and Construction Minister Maurice Williamson today announced four appointments to the Electrical Workers Registration Board. Eddie Eeles has been reappointed for a second term and three new a...

NZ Contractors Federation AGM,Monday, Ellerslie Convention Centre, Auckland

beehive.govt.nz — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 13:03:16 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Good evening. Thank you for inviting me. I had the pleasure of attending your stakeholder function last month where I got up to speed on some of the key issues facing members of your federation. I hop...

Retirement Villages Association Annual Conference

beehive.govt.nz — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 13:05:49 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Retirement villages have proved to be highly successful at delivering comfortable, happy retirements to thousands of Kiwis for over 30 years. They offer a healthy, safe and convenient way of living -...

Launch of IPENZ Coolstore Engineering design guide

beehive.govt.nz — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 13:17:23 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Acknowledgements Anthony Wilson, IPENZ President Dr Andrew Cleland, IPENZ Chief Executive Gerry Coates, Chair of the guide working party The guide I am pleased to be here tonight to launch the IPENZ...

Auckland Registered Master Builders Association

beehive.govt.nz — Tue, 12 May 2009 14:31:56 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Thank you for inviting me. It's a pleasure to be here. Some of you may have attended your annual meeting in Blenheim a few weeks ago - an event I had great pleasure speaking at. I value every opportun...

Energy Trusts of NZ Autumn Conference and Dinner

beehive.govt.nz — Tue, 12 May 2009 13:24:58 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Thank you for inviting me to speak to you today about energy and how it relates to building and construction. Today my talk will cover three areas: Energy supply Simplifying regulation and allowing i...

Registered Master Builders Federation AGM

beehive.govt.nz — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 17:35:37 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Thank you for inviting me to speak. It’s a pleasure to be here. You meet during a very difficult time and the challenges you face should not be underestimated. The fortunes of the New Zealand...

National Steel Framed Housing AGM

beehive.govt.nz — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:54:57 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Acknowledgements: Carl Davies - General Manager Introduction Thank you for inviting me today. Steel framing is a small but growing alternative to wood. It has obvious benefits - its strength an...

Building Officials Institute New Zealand Conference, Convention Centre, Christchurch

beehive.govt.nz — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 12:57:06 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Speech notes Hon Maurice Williamson Minister for Building and Construction Building Officials Institute New Zealand Conference Convention Centre, Christchurch Monday, 6 April, ...

NZ Society for Earthquake Engineering Conference

beehive.govt.nz — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:57:08 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Introduction It's a pleasure for me to be able to speak to you today as Minister for Building and Construction. New Zealand is a world leader in earthquake-prone building design. That's in part...

Starter home design competition awards ceremony

beehive.govt.nz — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:15:05 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Welcome everyone It's a pleasure for me to be part of this special event - a showcase for Kiwi design and innovation. I was excited when I first heard a competition was being organised for innovative...

Starter home design winners announced

beehive.govt.nz — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 16:18:13 +1300

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Building and Construction Minister Maurice Williamson says a nationwide design competition for ‘starter homes’ “shows that innovative and affordable homes are a realistic option for New Zealande...

Regional Employment Summit – Recession proofing your business

beehive.govt.nz — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:52:36 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Introduction Thank you for inviting me today. I'd like to thank you all for coming to this Regional Summit, and contributing your time and ideas. The Prime Ministers Summit and this Regiona...

Government takes first steps to streamline the Building Act

beehive.govt.nz — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 19:36:59 +1300

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

A Bill that takes some useful steps to streamline the building consent process received its first reading in Parliament today. The Building Amendment Bill (No 2) streamlines the consent process for ho...

Manukau Building Consultants Client Function

beehive.govt.nz — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 15:00:25 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Speech notes Hon Maurice Williamson Minister for Building and Construction Manukau Building Consultants Client Function Auckland Thursday 26 February Acknowledgements: Chief Execu...

Standards NZ meritorious awards – 2008 / 09 winners

beehive.govt.nz — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 15:02:05 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

This morning is about recognising achievement. The people we are recognising today have all contributed a huge amount to their area of expertise. Congratulations to:- Brian Davey - services to fire p...

Construction Industry Council Strategic Retreat

beehive.govt.nz — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 15:04:58 +1200

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

The building and construction sector is a key part of the economy. Thank you for inviting me today. These are difficult and challenging times for the building and construction sector - in fact for a...

Investigation into timber allegations – update

beehive.govt.nz — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 14:47:13 +1300

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

"I have received a report on the investigation into allegations concerning the use of non load-bearing timber for trusses and frames," says Building and Construction Minister Maurice Williamson. "I...

Briefings to Incoming Minister Released (Hon Maurice Williamson)

beehive.govt.nz — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:04:14 +1300

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

The Minister for Building and Construction, Customs, Small Business, and Statistics, Maurice Williamson, has today released Briefings to the Incoming Minister. ...

Statement on under-strength timber allegations

beehive.govt.nz — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 19:04:16 +1300

Maurice Williamson | Building and Construction

Building and Construction Minister Maurice Williamson has called for an investigation into allegations surrounding the use of under-strength timber in some buildings. "The Department of Building and H...