By Simon Opit, Karen Witten, Penelope Carroll
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1 June 2023, Build 196
A recent follow-up of a 2015 survey into the private rental market shows that, while there has been some improvement in securing tenants’ rights and many homes are now insulated, some renters are still reluctant to raise maintenance issues for fear there may be repercussions.
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By Anna Cho, Praneel Hira
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1 April 2023, Build 195, Feature article
The construction sector suffers devastatingly high suicide rates among its workers. MATES in Construction supports their wellbeing by encouraging conversations about mental health and by emphasising the value of companionship and understanding.
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By Suzanne Jones, Vicki White
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1 April 2023, Build 195, Feature article
Data gained from a unique, linked housing assessment and social survey involving Stats NZ and BRANZ shows that substandard, cold housing is inextricably related to occupant mental wellbeing. This is highly relevant information at a time when the cost of living is rising and housing affordability is worsening.
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By Amanda Scothern
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1 June 2023, Build 196
Many people in the housing sector are working hard to make sure that all people in Aotearoa New Zealand have a warm, dry, safe place to call home – essential for thriving communities. A new project is looking at how the way we talk about the issue can deepen understanding and inspire us to act for a better system.
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By Lucy Hone
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1 April 2023, Build 195, Feature article
With its relentless deadlines, material shortages and critical labour issues, the crucial importance of resilience for the construction industry has become acutely apparent. A global authority on resilience and author of the TED talk The Three Secrets of Resilient People tells Build how to deal with the stresses the industry imposes.
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By Orin Lockyer
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1 April 2023, Build 195, Feature article
This BRANZ guide helps builders manage expectations with their clients so they’re on the right foot from the beginning of a project.
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