builders and contractors, autumn 2016

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ISSUE 1 - 2016Autumn Edition

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Accessman ............................... 20

Architect Kevin O'Brien .............. 73

AWCI ........................................ 22

Briggs Builders .......................... 31

BuildSmart ................................ 63

Competenz.................................. 6

Crane Association of NZ ............ 10

DH Steel Construction ............... 28

Directory ................................... 83

Dynamic Drainage ..................... 69

Franchise Opportunities ............. 32

Habitat for Humanity ................. 81

HealthSafe .................................. 4

Health & Safety Reform Bill ....... 34

Height Safety ............................ 44

Hiway Stabilizers ....................... 59

Holcim ...................................... 84

Holman Holdings Building Ltd .... 74

James Craw Ltd ........................ 72

Karton Construction Systems .... 75

LIANZ ....................................... 46

Mapei ......................................... 2

Marlborough Turf Professionals . 77

Maungatua Contracting ............. 64

MS Structures ............................. 5

National Association of Steel Framing (NASH) ........................ 30

Nauhria Precast & Reinforcing ... 19

Naylor Love (Mitre 10 Mega Frankton) .......... 66

NZ Master Concrete Placers Awards ..................................... 26

Outback Bathrooms................... 62

Pacifi c Steel ................................ 3

Pat O'Sullivan Ltd ...................... 67

Pegasus Engineering ................. 52

Recruitment in the Construction Industry .................................... 42

Sea Containers ............................ 8

Te Aro Pã papakãinga ................ 80

Todd Mudie ............................... 70

Tradies Accountants Limited ........ 7

Trafalgar Centre ......................... 56

Triplestar ................................... 60

Vijay Frame & Truss .................. 49

Wood Processors and Manufacturers Association (WPMA) .................................... 50

Industry GrowthWith the average annual growth

in the economy of 3.5% to June 2015, New Zealand is experiencing construction growth driven by the sound economy. Statistics New Zealand has an actual value of building work consented in October 2015 alone at $898 million for residential consents and $479 million for non-residential work. This is also refl ected in the RLB Crane Index 4th quarter-2015 with continued growth in the key markets of Auckland and Christchurch.

Growing business confi dence has seen growth across the whole construction and infrastructure sector, and this has seen a huge demand for cranes across the whole industry. The latest BNZ Confi dence Survey noted that there was – “Overwhelmingly strong comments nationwide” regarding the construction sector. The RLB Crane Index states that projects with cranes in the commercial and mixed use sector accounts for 50% of all cranes surveyed, and the residential sector accounts for 28% of cranes predominantly from multi-use residential projects in Auckland.

With the downturn in Australia, large numbers of New Zealanders are returning home and for the fi rst time, there have been more worker imports than exports. Even so, there is still a shortage of quality operators in the crane sector that will get worse over the next few years as the Christchurch rebuild starts ramping up.

Moving ForwardLegislation changes have

mobilised all industries to refl ect on their policies and practices and the introduction of the new Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 has had the most impact. This Act comes into force on the 4th April 2016 and

Project of the year winner 2015, Fulton Hogan , Onehunga Restoration Project

Crane Association of New Zealand (Inc.)

enshrines the chain of responsibility in legislation.

Under the Act, the responsibility for health and safety in the workplace is the responsibility of the business (PCBU), the offi cers of the business, the workers and other people who come to the workplace.

The Act shifts the focus from monitoring and recording health and safety incidents to proactively identifying and managing risks, so everyone is safe and healthy.

The Vehicle Dimensions and Mass Rule is at the submission stages, and the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) has conducted some stakeholder workshops to address likely changes. Those stakeholders have had considerable infl uence on the rewrite of the rule, and we await the review document to ensure that industry’s needs are being met.

Changes are also occurring in

the Resource Management Act to reduce costs and time waiting on consents. This can only benefi t the New Zealand economy.

T h e r e h a v e b e e n s o m e changes made by New Zealand Qualifi cations Authority to alter how qualifi cations can be achieved. Unit Standards are now not recognised as the only method of taking on industry knowledge. As a result, more emphasis is being focused on the graduate profi le outcomes. These outcomes determine what a trainee will need to know to gain a qualifi cation.

Effectively this recognises that there are other methods of teaching and gaining knowledge, and there is bound to be some benefit for trainees for whom the classroom is not a happy place.

All of these factors, the economy, legislation, technology and training all contribute to a

vibrant economy and for every crane you see on the skyline there is a huge construction infrastructure in behind it, and this is why the industry is a key indicator of a thriving economy.

M o v i n g f o r w a r d t h e Association is looking to reinforce the link between our members and the Association with a series of workshops that are to be conducted at various locations this year.

The annual conference is will be held at the Rutherford Hotel in Nelson from the 27th – 29th July 2016. An invitation is extended to all in the crane and construction industry, and more detail can be found on our conference page on the Association webpage.

Rod AutonCEO Crane Association of New Zealand Inc.

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2 - BUILDERS & CONTRACTORS - SUMMER 2016

BUILDERS & CONTRACTORS

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Mapei

Site Safe is proud to announce the recipients of the Site Safe Certifi cate in Construction Site Safety (CCSS)

scholarships. Nine future safety leaders were selected across four categories

and will now embark on the journey to complete the Certifi cate qualifi cation.

“There were more than 50 applicants for out Scholarship programme, so it was a tough decision to select just a handful. Because of this, we will be increasing the number of scholarships available from next year” says Alison Molloy, Site Safe Chief Executive.

“The applicants that we’ve seen over the few years have been really strong and well supported by their employers. I’d like to thank both the individuals and the construction industry as a whole, for showing such great support for their people and our programme. The judges who short-listed the applicants observed that the candidates exhibited a high level of commitment to making a positive and active contribution to health and safety in the industry” says Alison Molloy.

The winners are selected based on: Having demonstrated a commitment to health and safety.Having supportive companies who invest in their time in achieving a qualifi cation

in health and safety, which helps drive a safety culture change in the industry. Having been identifi ed as a person with the potential to be future leaders of

health and safety in the industry.

Scholarship recipients for 2016:

NAME COMPANY CATEGORYDaniel Rawson Scaffold Connect Ltd OpenGillian Fielding Constructs Ltd OpenMichael Restall Southern District Health Board OpenPeter Foaese Scope Demolition South Pasifi kaAndre Latell Advanced Plumbing Hawkes Bay Pasifi kaEzra Tawha Delta Construction MaoriHasley Haerewa Aspec Construction MaoriLana Terblanche Scope Demolition South Under 25sMason Gazzard Fletcher Under 25s

Scholarship recipients receive:• Complimentary training from the suite of Site Safe’s courses to achievement the

CCSS. The CCSS is a collaboration between Site Safe and Unitec which provides essential training for workers and management in the construction industry to develop their health and safety knowledge and expertise. The certifi cate level qualifi cation is granted once 40 credits are earnt across the NZQA recognised courses.

• A Site Safe, Health and Safety Advisor as a dedicated mentor who will support the Scholarship recipient through the training and assignment work.

• A ticket to Site Safe’s Evening of Celebration event, where they will graduate and be a part of the awards evening with the rest of industry. Return fl ights and accommodation will be arranged for Scholarship recipients who are outside of the Auckland region.

“The biggest boost I got from graduating was the confi dence it gave me to implement safety into my worksite and the ability to lead health and safety from the front,” says James Kolbe, a previous scholarship graduate.

James Kolbe also commented. “Contrary to popular opinion, safety on-site is not just something for the managers to take by the horns. The whole team – and yes, that’s what everyone on-site is – needs to be involved because it’s the team’s obligation to make sure they are all safe at work.”

Site Safe funds future health and safety

leaders


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Pacific Steel

Paci�c Steel has been manufacturing highquality reinforcing steel rod and bar productsfor over 50 years, for both New Zealand andoverseas markets. Producing around 250,000ton per year of manufactured steel, Paci�cSteel are the only New Zealand manufacturerof reinforcing steel made to meet the localS .tandards

Re�ecting Paci�c Steel's mission to provide theNew Zealand market with continuousimprovement, last year's NZ$60millioninvestment into state-of-the-art steel billetcasting technology means Paci�c Steel not onlymeets New Zealand's stringent tandards, butSare continuing to invest in their market in theutilisation of 100% locally sourced-materialsand 100% local manufacturing.

This recent investment facilitated theirtransition from a scrap-based raw material, toinstead use virgin ironsands feed from its sistercompany, New Zealand Steel - resulting ingreater controls over the steelmaking process.

Paci�c Steel's Market Development andAccounts Manager Chad Van Zyl says, “Ourproducts are manufactured to meet one of themost stringent tandards for reinforcing steel inSthe world. The previous process relied upon theuse of recycled product which meant mixing

batches of scrap types to meet the requiredchemistry. With the use of ironsand steel billetsand the new casting facility, we are able to utilisea purer input material and eliminate thepossibility of any potential inclusions in the�nished product. The greater consistency willallow for improved product performance whilstcontinuing to retain the strength and ductilityrequired of the local tandards.”S

Paci�c Steel recognise the importance ofproducing a high quality product that willconsistently meet the speci�ed tandard and beS�t for purpose no matter the application – andbuilders, engineers and developers should allensure they are familiar with Paci�c Steel'sunique branding and marking.

Some 50 years on, Paci�c Steel's mantra ofproviding the highest levels of product qualityand service support still remains - and thesequalities will continue to be re�ected in Paci�cSteel's commitment to the New Zealand market.

Paci�c Steel meet the Standard



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HealthSafe

Resignations over health

and safety legislation fears

have made headlines. Yet

the new rules are much

better than you may think,

says Kevin McAfee of

HealthSafe.

L a s t m o n t h S i r P e t e r

J a c k s o n r e s i g n e d a s

Director of Weta Workshops

o v e r c o n c e r n s a b o u t

directors' liability for Health

and Safety under the new

Health & Safety legislation

(effective April 4th, 2016).

G o o d d e c i s i o n ?

HealthSafe's Kevin McAfee

answers with his well-known

brand of pragmatism, “I

understand their decision…

their risk is not being directly

involved in day to day

operations. But there's some

scare mongering running

the press at the moment.

Your everyday, hands on

Director really doesn't need

to panic. They just need the

right tool and support”.

The new legislation's goal is

to reduce New Zealand's

workplace serious injury and

death toll by 25% by 2020.

Says McAfee, “I don't think

you' l l �nd anyone who

doesn't think that's a good

idea.”

“Worksafe will know who

they're targeting… we'll be

seeing the [press] coverage

over the next while. Our

system has been tested with

over 2,000 businesses... and

it 's more than meeting

requirements. Remember,

i t ' s n o t j u s t a b o u t

compl iance; i t ' s about

keeping your people safe”.

H e a l t h S a f e ' o n l i n e

appl ica t ion is ground-

breaking. Using everyday

t e c h n o l o g i e s ; i t p u t

c o m p l i a n c e a t y o u r

�ngertips while genuinely

putting your people �rst!

Says McAfee, “It's intuitive

and meets the new rules. It

also targets areas that have

t r a d i t i o n a l l y b e e n

challenging to administer;

contractor management,

employees working off site,

employee training, month

e n d r e p o r t i n g , P P E

equipment and so on….”

With over 100 new enquiries

s i n c e J a n u a r y a l o n e ,

H e a l t h S a f e i s q u i c k l y

becoming the solution. Says

McAfee, “it's comprehensive

affordable and simple… and

it pays for itself with saved

person hours”.

“We work with government

a g e n c i e s a n d l e a d i n g

businesses. They trust us to

deliver… and their people

are trusting them. We're not

about fear; we're about

results. It's a belt and braces

approach… the best tool

and our expert advice –

making it easy and most

importantly, safe”.

Find out more about

HealthSafe and how

it can help you on

0800 357 242

New Zealand-wide.

HealthSafeProtecting your People

HealthSafe is leading Health& Safety Reform in New Zealand

“government agencies

and leading

businesses in their

respective sectors […]

trust us to deliver…

and their people are

trusting them.”~ Kevin McAfee, Managing

Director, HealthSafe



MS Structures

A new highly engineered foundationsystem called MuscleSlab, designed tocarry the loads and stresses withinseismic activity zones, is rapidlygaining popularity in the Christchurchmarket, says general manager,Richard Reid.

“We launched the system at a �eld day at Bromley inJune 2014 where we constructed a demonstration slaband demonstrated the installation of the system's piles.The uptake of the system was a little slow to beginwith, which is often the case when introducing a newproduct. However now we're underway, we're alreadygetting repeat clients, who say the delivery process hasmade it so easy, they wouldn't go back to dividing upthe elements across different trade elements.”

MuscleSlab is a strong, safe, �exible foundationsystem constructed using high strength concrete,prefabricated steel reinforcing and the company'spatented �exible multi-turn 'Helicast' screw pilesystem, designed to deliver unique compression andtension performance loadings.

The foundation system was developed by Australian-based engineer Paul Bekker of Bekker EngineeringDesign New Zealand; Richard Reid, who has abackground in civil and commercial construction; andoperations manager Kevin Keen, who had allpreviously worked together in theAustralian market.

“We felt there was a real need for a competitivelypriced foundation system that would perform in allseismic areas of New Zealand, including TC2 and TC3earthquake zones, �ood prone areas, hillsides andareas with contaminated soils and more recently, thesystem had been used in areas affected by coastalcreep,” says Richard.

They adapted the foundation system they had beenworking with in Australia for the previous six years,integrating the piles and slab, and re�ning thestructural design to incorporate a high degree ofengineering and cost ef�ciencies.

“We branded this product MuscleSlab, and feel wehave achieved a 15 to 20 percent improvement inperformance on where the system was before weef�ciently integrated the design for local conditions.It's a real point of difference.”

Another plus is the fact the concrete slab is effectivelysuspended above ground level and supported on the

piles, which means it won't settle, says Richard.

“Should an event occur causing liquefaction orsubsidence of the ground, the MuscleSlab foundationwill remain stable, as it is founded on a solid bearingstratum below the liquefaction effect zone. The systemis also highly suited to �ood prone areas.”

The MuscleSlab team takes total responsibility for theentire process from design through to construction ofthe �nished foundation, says Richard.

“Everything is handled under one roof includingdesign certi�cation and installation. We have our ownChristchurch-based construction team, working underKevin. The foundations are 100 percent Christchurchbuilt. As an Australian, I'm the only foreigner on theteam, but I spend around three weeks out of four inChristchurch and quickly becoming part of the greatlifestyle Christchurch has to offer,” says Richard.

The company also produces MuscleFrame, whichcombines the Helicast screw piles with a highlyengineered structural steel framing system designed toprovide a “ready to build �oor level” to support timber�ooring.

“We believe these systems are a revolutionaryadvance, and deliver the most structurally secure,

affordable and integrated foundation solutions for anyresidential, commercial or industrial build.”

Both MuscleSlab and MuscleFrame are modularsystems that can be easily con�gured to any footprint.

“Each foundation is custom designed to meet ourclients' needs,” he says.

MuscleSlab foundations have now been used across arange of buildings in Christchurch, includingapartments blocks in Waltham Road and SalisburyStreet, and for some residential units in Dublin Street.

“We are about to start a commercial project inSydenham, and having completed several singledwellings, planning for expansion into the NorthIsland is underway.”

The system has also been used to repair thefoundations of an earthquake damaged home inSumner, which was lifted, and both the newMuscleSlab and MuscleFrame foundation wereinstalled underneath.

“We believe MuscleSlab is the ideal reinforcedconcrete foundation solution for TC2, TC3 and �oodprone areas in the Christchurch rebuild and are happyto visit any site to provide expert advice.”

Engineered Foundation System MuscleslabIdeal for Seismic Areas

MuscleSlab has its own Christchurch based construction team seen here completing another foundation project

The MuscleSlab foundation's concrete pad is elevated, whichmakes it the ideal solution for seismic and �ood prone regions

A completed MuscleSlab foundation

Drilling of piles underway



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Competenz



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Sea Containers

A quality product combined withpersonal hands-on service from anenergetic team has proved a winningformula for SEA Containers NZ.

The �rm, which specialises in the sale,hire and modi�cation of shippingcontainers, recently secured ninth place inthe Deloitte Fast 50 index, which ranksNew Zealand's fastest growing companies.

“We are extremely proud of the award,which proves we have the ability andcredentials to provide quality containersand great service to a rapidly growingclient base,” says Odin Madsen, regionalmanagerAuckland and Northland.

Before the national results wereannounced, SEA Containers NZ wasalready the Central North Island regionalwinner in the Deloittes Fastest GrowingRetail or Consumer Products Businesscategory.

The company has built up a strongclient base since it was founded in 2012,and does a lot of work with clients in theconstruction sector, says Odin.

“We supply everyone from one or twoman band builders, up to large commercialcompanies. Leasing containers for speci�cprojects is a popular option for theconstruction sector.”

The containers can be used for a widerange of applications such as dry storage,

s i t e o f � c e s , s m o k oroo m s ,barriers, and even covered walkways, toprotect the public when construction workis going on overhead.

Odin says one of SEA Containersbiggest strengths is the ability to modifycontainers speci�cally for its clients'needs.

“We split quite a few containers in halffor our construction clients, with drystorage in one half, and a smoko room,including window, door and kitchen sink in

the other half. These multi-purposefacilities are a great way to keep everythingsafe and secure on site.”

The company offers a nationwidetransportation service, which includes theability to stack containers on top of eachother on site if required.

Odin says the �rm's other clientsinclude a mix of “mums and dads” whooften use the containers for storage orconversion to a sleepout or workshop; aswell as a wide range of commercialcompanies.

SEA Containers can also supplyspecialist products such as refrigeratedcontainers, which are popular withsupermarkets and export clients.

The company's range includes bothnew and used containers, graded A, B, C,and 'as-is'.

They come in 8 ft, 10ft, 20ft or 40 �tsizes, and can be cut down to any length

required or customised with simpleadditions such as roller doors, personalaccess doors, windows and shutters,workbenches and shelving, whirly birds,ventilation systems, power capability, lockboxes and ramps.

“ We c a n a l s o d o c o m p l e t emodi�cations and convert shippingcontainers into speci�c uses, such asdangerous and hazardous goods storage,mobile or static workshops, site of�ces,retail outlets, kiosks, and accommodationunits,” says Odin.

SEA Containers NZ utilises 14 depotsnationwide to service its rapidly growingcustomer base.

“We are very happy with the growth ofthe business and our complete priority is tomaintain the hands on, prompt and pro-active service offered by our team ofdown-to-earth guys.”

SEA Containers NZ

Aspec Construction have used this container gantryto provide a safe accessway

This 10ft container from Sea Container features theclients' own branding

Containers are the ideal storage solution for small builders

Steel shelving has converted this container into ahandy workshop

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Aquamax / Intaks

Aquamax has been around fornearly 20 twenty years and hasbuilt a reputation based aroundlow �ow but ultra-high pressure(40,000 psi) water jetting.Founded by kiwi owners in1996, the company developed acompact and highly versatilewater jetting package basedaround a small scale waterjetting pump and a 25 kW Listerengine. Eight 10 tonne Izusutrucks were �tted out with thesepumps and capacity for 1800litres of water – enough for aday's blasting.

The company became one ofthe forerunners in using waterjetting for road line removal,paint and corrosion stripping,aircraft paint stripping anddesca l ing of geo thermaltu rb ines . The low-�owequipment generates minimalback-thrust on the gun, a keyhealth and safety consideration,and has enabled blastingapplications that are not safelyperformed with higher poweredequipment.

Over the past two years,Aquamax has embarked on aprogramme of expansion andinvestment in newer, high

powered equipment. Fourpumps from the well-knownG e r m a n m a n u f a c t u r e r ,WOMA, have been purchasedto �ll out the range deliveringheavy duty hydrodemolitionwork right down to preciseb l a s t i n g o n o i l a n d g a spipework.

A division was opened inChristchurch in 2013 with twopumps and a permanent team oft h r e e . A l o n g w i t h t h ees t ab l i shed d iv i s ions inAuckland and Wellington thisenables the company to providea true nationwide service

Recently the company has beensuccessful in winning anddelivering two high pro�leprojects, a large wharf repair inAuckland, in association withi n t e r n a t i o n a l c o n c r e t especialist BBR Contech, andhydroblasting work on theMoorhouse Ave overbridge inChris tchurch. This is asigni�cant SCIRT project beingdelivered by main contractorDowner. The Downers teamhave been pleased with theAquamax service delivery -Project Engineer, Phil Owen:“Aquamax have produced very

well in terms of outputs on siteand have done so in a safe andreliable manner”.

A key focus for CEO HamishCoop has been lifting the gamein terms of health and safety.

“We operate strictly within theguidelines set down by the NZWater Jetting Standard andensure that blasters are properlye q u i p p e d w i t h t h e b e s tavailable equipment and KevlarPPE.”

Aquamax looks to have a brightfuture as it continues to developits reputation as New Zealand'sleading specialist water jettingcompany.

Aquamax has moved up a gear to tackle large scale hydrodemolition work.



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Crane Association of NZ



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With the new Health andS a f e t y a t Wo r k A c t(HSWA), there are 4 keyareas that as a manager andowner you need to bethinking about.

1. E x e r c i s i n g d u ediligence with the dutyof care of of�cers – inother words, companymanagers and directorsh a v e a d i r e c tresponsibility.

2. A d u t y o f c a r e f o rs u p e r v i s o r s a n doperators

3. C o o p e r a t i o n a n dcoordination of activity,especially where manycontractors, like you, areoperating on a singlesite.

4. A focus on employeee n g a g e m e n t a n dparticipation in healthand safety practices.

Training is a signi�cantfactor in meeting your riska s s e s s m e n t a n dm a n a g e m e n trequirements, whether thisis refresher training forquali�ed staff, training andupskilling existing staff oru n i t s t a n d a r d b a s e dcoaching and assessmentfor new staff with on thejob experience.

“While there will be anumber of changes int r a i n i n g m a t e r i a l i nrelation to the content andreferences to the new Act,t r a i n i n g p r o v i d e sbusinesses the opportunityto reduce risk under theresponsibility of duty ofc a r e ” s a y s S i m o n eRakena, Learning andDevelopment Manager atAMS Group.

Rakena adds “It [training]i m p r o v e s e m p l o y e eengagement and bes tpractice training alignscontractors, creating amore collaborative healthand safety environment.”

Machinery operators fromcranes, to mobile elevatedwork platforms (MEWP)and forklift can form as ign i�can t r i sk to anorganisation not only withnew operators, also withexperienced and quali�edoperators. Observation ofskilled operators assessesc o m p e t e n c y a g a i n s tindustry best practice and

organisation policy.

Independent observationwill provide an unbiasedview of your operator riskand recommendations forperformance growth. Thisis a great way to engageyour team and identifyareas of profess iona ldevelopment.

When your team membersc h a n g e , t h e d y n a m i cwithin that team can alsochange. New areas of riskmay not be as visible.Observation can identifythis and give you the toolst o a d d r e s s a r e a s o fdevelopment, includingt h e p e r f o r m a n c e o frepetitive tasks, which canlead to the complacency ofstandard practice, policiesand processes.

Observation is a powerfultool and can be combinedw i t h c o a c h i n g f o rc o r r e c t i n g t h e s m a l lshortcuts that can creepinto an operation. This canb e a s i g n i � c a n tcontributing factor whensomething goes wrong.

U n i t s t a n d a r d b a s e dtraining shows a level oftheoretical and practicalunderstanding consistentwith a national standardand the relevant industrycodes of practice. In orderto complete the shortcourse unit standard basedprogrammes, operatorsmust have “evidenced”experience.

New operators requiretraining. Often this willhappen within the teaminitially. Do you have agood training programmein place? Are you trainingyour teams with industrybes t p rac t i ce in yourpolicies?

N o t e v e r y o n e h a sexperienced new staff.Training with industrye x p e r t s f o r l e s se x p e r i e n c e d t e a mm e m b e r s w i l l h e l peliminate any bad habitsthat may be within theexisting team. This willassist with developmentand create a con�dentoperator. With a good sixmonths under their beltthey wi l l be ready tocomplete the coaching andassessment offered in theu n i t s t a n d a r d b a s e dtraining.

For those that hold thecurrent unit standards,refresher training is ar e q u i r e m e n t f o r b e s tpractice for machineryo p e r a t o r s . K e e p i n grefreshers up to date iscritical for operators tomaintain competency. Doyou have a programme inplace?

Observation, training,coaching and assessmentwill assist

If you are interested inany of the Crane operatortraining options or otherm a c h i n e r y o p e r a t o rtraining options, contactA M S G r o u p – C h r i sCampbell 021 426 595.

Managing Operator Risk with theNew Health and Safety Law

You know that the biggest reform in health & safety is coming into effect onApril 4th 2016. You know you are going to have more responsibility ifsomething goes wrong, and you know you need to make some changes. Youhave good operators, but are they low risk?




Wind speed is critical for safe crane

operationsT h e f o l l o w i n g

information is guidance only on safety precautions that should be considered for wind.

When working in wind consider the following: (in order of importance)

1. The LoadEvery load has its own characteristics. Consider:

a. Wind ResistanceThe shape and size of

a load will have a major impact on the stability and the loading of a crane along with the wind speed and direction. This may cause the load to move uncontrolled or the crane to exceed known limits. When lifting consider the cross section of the load exposed to the wind relative to the loads weight. Use tag

lines where possible while ensuring the manufacturers guidance on wind speed is followed.

b. Weight of the loadIf the load is moved

out of radius or side ways the crane may fail as the manufacturers limits for the crane are exceeded. This may result in structural or tipping failure from side loading of the boom to exceeding the safe working load of the crane.

2. Manufacturers Limit

Every Make and Model of crane has its own limits set by the manufacturer based on the crane and its configuration. There may be limits for setup and for operation specified by the manufacturer. These limits should never be exceeded.

Typical maximum in-

service wind speeds- Tower cranes 20 m/s

(45 mph / 72 kph)- Crawler cranes 14 m/s

(31 mph / 50 kph)- Mobile cranes 9.8 m/s

(22 mph / 35 kph)For specifi c limitations

on the crane in use you should check with the manufacturer. Operational limitations may well be lower than these figures, eg when handling loads with a large wind area such as wide formwork panels.

3. Crane Operators Limit

The Crane Operator is the most experienced person on the crane. The crane operators experience and knowledge of the load and manufacturers specifi cation is vital. The Crane Operator is also the best person to t ake in to accoun t the

wind direction and boom configuration. In example: Wind forces acting on the rear of the boom can result in decreased forward stability, Wind forces acting on the underside of the boom can result in decreased backward stability while winds acting on the side of the boom can result in structural damage.

4. The Crane Companies Limit

The controller of the crane may impose limits under their responsibilities for the crane as stated in the Pressure Equipment, Cranes and Passenger Ropeway Regulations. The controller is of ten also the most experienced in the region of operation. They know the competency of the crane operator and capability of the equipment

(Our exper ience i s that crane companies often set a fi gure of 9.8 m/s as a

point that the wind must be considered for safety. This may be lower or higher based on points 1 - 3 above.)

5. The Site LimitEvery site is different.

The owner of the site is often the most experienced person in local conditions and may set a limit on activities based on the site.

The wind speed should take into account the speed

the wind is gusting to in the area of operation, its frequency and duration.

Wind Speed - The essentials of safe crane operation

Wind Forces on the Load

The following calculation has been developed based on formulas outlined in a guideline issued by the Federation for European Manufacturers - product group cranes and lifting equipment. This formula is reasonably complicated - your company management or the Crane Association of New Zealand should be contacted for further information on its use.

The Beaufort Wind ScaleThis chart is intended as a general guide only

All conversion calculations are rounded to the nearest whole number. Accurate details relating to the working conditions of individual cranes must be obtained by reference to the crane specifi cation manuals or other bulletins issued by the manufacturer of the crane concerned.

ResourcesMany modern cranes are now fi tted with Anemometers. But there are some other simple resources available:

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When thunderstorms threaten, don’t start anything you can’t

quickly stopPay attention to the daily

forecasts so you know what to expect during the day. Also pay attention to early signs of thunderstorms: high winds, dark clouds, rain, distant thunder or lightning. At this point, do not start any new task that you can’t quickly stop.

Assess your lightning risk and take

precautionary actionDuring thunderstorms,

no place outside is safe. But you can minimize your risk by assessing the lightning threat and taking the appropriate actions. Count the number of seconds from when you see the lightning fl ash until you hear the thunder. If you hear thunder, lightning maybe

Thunderstorms & Lightning Safetyclose enough to strike you. Stop what you’re doing and seek safety in a substantial building. If a substantial building is not available, a metal-topped vehicle with the windows up is your next best choice.

For Mobile Cranes.Consider lowering the

boom and reducing the boom height. Stay inside the crane, wind up or close any windows and allow the front to pass. Ensure all personnel remain clear of the machine and its hooks. If a substantial building is available move to this location if safe to do so.

For Crawler CranesStay inside the crane,

wind up or c lose any windows and allow the front to pass. Ensure all personnel remain clear of the machine and its hooks. If a substantial building is available move to this location if safe to do so.

For Tower CranesStay inside the crane

and allow the front to pass. Ensure all personnel remain clear of the machine and its hooks. The tower crane will be earthed for lightning protection.

AS A GENERAL PRECAUTION

YOU SHOULD NOT RESUME CRANE

WORK ACTIVITIES UNTIL 30 MINUTES AFTER THE LAST

AUDIBLE THUNDER OR VISIBLE FLASH

OF LIGHTNING.In the event that your

crane is struck by lightning refer to the manufacturers

instructions for further guidance.

During thunderstorms, a crane boom can become a lightning rod.

If you see lightning, count the number of seconds until you hear thunder.

Divide the number of seconds by 3 to get the distance the lightning is away from you.

IF THUNDER IS HEARD THE LIGHTNING IS…

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The theme for this year is “Highest Standard – Safety First,” as this is the year of the health and safety revolution.

O u r M a s t e r o f Ceremonies this year is Greg Ward, who, for those who attended last year, did an outstanding job on what turned out to be one of the best conferences the Association has held. We are looking forward to raising the bar again.

T h e M i n i s t e r o f Workplace Relations and Safety, the Hon Michael Woodhouse is the keynote speaker on the first day and Matiu Parkinson on the second day. These are two speakers from diverse backgrounds that are bound to interest you.

We have mixed some practical crane interest into the programme like a brief on the Marsden Point Refi nery de-commissioning from Shane Fraser of Refining NZ, as well as CVIU, NZTA, CICA and WorkSafe updates addressing the issues of the day and what to look for in the future. The manufacturers panel will be the last event of the conference and we will be calling for questions that can be put to the panel.

We are fortunate to have industry sponsors that support the Association annual conferences every year and we welcome new ones that share the interests of our members and the crane industry in general. We couldn’t do this without our sponsors support.

T h i s y e a r ’s m a j o r s p o n s o r s i n c l u d e Underwrit ing Agencies of Australia Pty Ltd, The Skills Organisation, Tidd Ross Todd, Manitowoc and Liebherr.

The trade booths are an essential component for

The Annual Crane Conference 2016

our conference. This year we have twenty booths as we go to print and we will be running the best booth competition and the trade passport again this year. Our exhibitors are supported with all of our networking functions, meals and breaks held in the exhibition hall.

At the Skills Awards Dinner, the Training Awards for Training Company of the Year, Trainee of the Year, Trainer of the Year and the Crane Leadership of the Year will be presented.

UDC will be presenting the UDC Crane Project of the Year and we will be

calling for submissions for the Weighload Trophy. This trophy goes to an individual who has provided the Association with exemplary service over a number of years.

The partners programme this year includes and arts and craft tour and a design your own jewellery morning.

This year we are opening the conference up to day registrations which include the plenary and networking sessions. We are also offering award dinner registrations for those who only want to attend the Friday night dinner.

The 2016 annual conference is just around the corner and registrations packs will soon be in the mail. This year’s conference is to be held at the Rutherford Hotel in Nelson. This venue has

everything under one roof and access to the conference centre is direct from the front lobby.

Passing of Basil Jordan 1933-2016It is with regret that we announce the passing

of Basil Jordan, a former President of the Power Crane Association from 1988-1990.

Basil was a foundation member of the Power Crane Association under Welders and Engineers Hastings Ltd and until recently owned Hawkes

Bay Crane Hire Ltd.

A service was held at Hastings on Monday the 14th March to remember Basil.

Cranes as Economic Indicators

Cranes on the skyline have been on the increase since April 2015 according to the RLB Crane Index 4th Quarter of 2105.

Business confidence partially recovered in September 2015 and this has accounted for the BNZ Confidence Survey commenting that there was – “ Overwhelming strong comments nationwide” in regards to the construction sector.

According to the RLB Index, the residential “work in place” across the country increased by 80% for the 12 month period leading up to the second quarter of 2015. Total construction increased by 60% over the same period.

A u c k l a n d a n d Christchurch are showing the biggest increase in cranes on the skyline and account for 81%of cranes sighted across New Zealand.

Registrations will open for the

conference on the 29 March.




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The Crane Association of New Zealand held its ENZED Annual Conference in Tauranga at Trinity Wharf in last year. With 162 registered delegates, 35 partners, and 24 trade booths, this was one of the Associations most successful conferences. The premier sponsor was ENZED, a s u b s i d i a r y o f P a r k e r Hannifi n. We are fortunate that we have the support our sponsors who attend our conference every year, some having done so since 1975.

T h e c o n f e r e n c e consisted of two days of plenary sessions, an annual general meeting, trade show, networking functions and an awards dinner. A partners programme was held over two days with visits to Bella Vista and Kiwi360 being the key components.

T h e c o n f e r e n c e speakers offered a broad range of subjec ts tha t included regulatory issues, the economy, business succession and sale, personal safety, staff performance, communications, a port visit and a manufacturer’s panel.

The conference was opened with the keynote speaker, Sir Gordon Tietjens, who spoke on the value of leadership and teamwork. His mixture of humour and personal touches that have made him the rugby success that he is was reflected throughout his presentation.

The annual general meeting elected the Crane Council and the Councillors for 2015-2016 are:• President: Scott McLeod

(McLeod Cranes Ltd);• Vice-Pres ident : Tony

Gibson (Waikato Crane Services Ltd);

• Immediate Past-President: G r a n t M o f f a t ( H E B Structures);

• Councillors: - Jan Coton (Titan Cranes

Ltd); - Paul Houston (Fletcher

Construction Company); - Warren Rogers (Fletcher

Construction Company); - T r i s t a n W i l l i a m s

( L y t t e l t o n P o r t Company);

- Associate Rep: Ron B r o w n ( Tr a n s p o r t Specifi cations Ltd);

- Associate Rep: Allan Collins (Digital Training and Assessment Ltd); and

- ITO Rep: Wayne Abel (The Skills Organisation) The Awards Dinner was

jointly sponsored by ENZED, JLT and UAA this year with individual awards being presented throughout the evening. With 177 delegates sitting at the dinner, it was one of the most successful that the association has had.

The UDC Project was won by Fulton Hogan for the Onehunga Foreshore Restoration Project and the UDC Lift of the Year was won by Smith Crane and Construction Ltd for the Te Mahi Hou Project at the New Zealand Refinery Marsden Point. We thank all of the entrants in these awards.

The People’s Choice winner was Fulton Hogan for the Onehunga Foreshore Restoration Project.

The Skills Organisation sponsored the annual Trainer and Trainee awards and this year a new award was introduced, that of the Crane Leader of the Year.

The winners are:• Trainer of the Year – Allan

Collins (Digital Training and Assessment);

• Trainee of the Year – Nikola Taylor (NZ Aluminium Smelters); and

• Crane Leader of the Year – Malcolm McWhannell (Brian Perry Civil)

The Skills awards are presented every year and their continuing participation is appreciated.

The Weighload Trophy is presented to an individual o r company tha t does exceptional service for the Crane Association. This year it was awarded to Giff Linder (D.M.Standen Ltd). Giff continued to work on the Crane Safety Manual despite his deteriorating health and sadly passed away earlier this year. His son Sam accepted the award on his behalf.

Scott McLeod presenting Weighload Trophy to Sam Linder]

Every Association has members who contribute to the Association and the industry over long periods of time and step up and hold executive positions and even after standing down continue to contribute for the greater benefi t of the industry. This year the Association honoured two such individuals with life membership. The recipients were:• Gordon Stone (Ti tan

Cranes Ltd); and• Malcolm McWhannell

(Brian Perry Civil)McLeod presenting Life

Membership to Malcolm McWhannell]

In 1977 an operator’s manual was proposed by the then Crane Council with the byline “Safety Must Have Priority”. The manual was compiled and presented in draft form at the 1978 Annual Conference in Christchurch.

In keeping with tradition, this year the Association completed the latest version of the Crane Safety Manual and presented it at the Annual Conference. This was the most comprehensive rewrite of the manual since 1978. The

manual is now colour-coded and has eleven sections that include General Information that is relevant to all crane operations, Health & Safety, Hazards, Incident Reporting, WorkSafe NZ expectations, Dogman and Rigg ing , Cranes, First Aid, Emergency Numbers and for the fi rst time a Speciality Section that has the following:• C i v i l A v i a t i o n

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The manual was written with the operator in mind and has sparked interest in many areas of the construction, training and regulatory sectors.

It is available online at the Crane Training Shop www.shop.cranes.org.nz or by emailing the Association at [email protected]



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“It was great recognition for our guys and all the hard work they do. The award was also good for morale, although this was pretty high to begin with.” Nauhria also picked up the Excellence in Business Leadership award, the Business Innovation award and was a finalist in the Strategy and Planning category.

T h e t e n j u d g e s o n an independent panel were unanimous in their decision to present Nauhria with the Supreme award and commended the fi rm on its clarity of vision and objectives, saying in their report Nauhria’s professional standards of leadership, planning and management were among the “very best” they had seen.

“Their vision includes growth and a goal to provide employment to their community of employees and meaning to their family business. This is a company with good values and high levels of staff and customer satisfaction,” they said.

N a u h r i a P r e c a s t manufactures and supplies specialist precast concrete components to many leading companies in the commercial, civil and residential construction sectors.

Sister company Nauhria Reinforcing supplies reinforcing steel and mesh for use in concrete foundations and structures.

Rakesh says the company has been on a journey of positive growth and development for several years, with its entry into the Auckland business awards in 2014 and 2015, setting them on an even greater growth trajectory.

“We were finalists in several categories in 2014 but didn’t take home any awards. It was still a valuable exercise as it made us reflect on the

business and question the way we did things. We also received beneficial feedback from the judges and were exposed to some leading companies and what they were doing. This inspired us to reach new heights and enter the awards again last year.”

As a company that “sells precast concrete and reinforcing steel”, Rakesh says Nauhria has worked hard to develop its product innovation and production methods, which have given it a strategic advantage in the market.

“We have a dedicated R&D committee and are constantly t r i a l ing new in i t i a t ives . Sometimes new developments don’t work out, but that just drives us to improve. We’ve never been afraid to invest in innovation, even during times of economic downturn.”

The fi rm’s Monarc Creative Precast Panels are an example of the award winning products to have come out of this process.

“We continue to develop this premium architectural product, which can comprise

colour, texture and detail together in one. Many leading developers are using it in their commercial developments.”

Rakesh says Nauhr ia seeks input for improvements from its customers and also leverages the ideas of its staff. It has an innovation board in the factory where employees are encouraged to write suggestions down.

“Our team helps us to develop and improve our product and service offering. This is something we continually strive to achieve, with a heavy focus on the LEAN manufacturing philosophy.”

S ince the awards he says Nauhria has also “upped the ante” when it comes to communicating the company’s v is ion to be the leading supplier of precast concrete and reinforcing steel in New Zealand to its staff, and encouraging their engagement.

“We have regular staff meetings, send out newsletters, and have special events such as barbecues and activities to celebrate wins. The guys feel

valued and proud to be part of the journey.”

Rakesh’s father Roshan Nauhria founded Nauhria Reinforcing in 1991, and was joined in the business by Rakesh in 1999. In 2001 they started the precast company, with just 10 employees. Roshan received the NZOM in 2009 for his dedication and commitment towards business and the community.

Now they have 165 direct employees (220 counting contractors), with a global multi-cultural and highly skilled workforce, many of whom are South Auckland immigrants, with English as their second language.

“We provide staff with numeracy and literacy training and it is really heartwarming to be an integral part of their personal development. It has an impact on their lives and that of their families, and has created a good culture within the company.”

Rakesh says he would “highly recommend” to other companies the value of entering business awards, and that they should not be afraid to share their success stories.

“There is no harm in opening up a little bit as other people can see things differently to you and offer good advice. It’s a great experience that I believe most organisations could benefi t from.”

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anyone using an elevated work platform to prove their competency. WorkSafe in general, request that operators produce a qualification as evidence of this.”

L e a d i n g i n d u s t r y professionals developed the IPAF training, which is delivered by a worldwide network of over 600 training centres to more than 100,000

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T h e PA L c a r d i s t ransferrable , a l lowing

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“They can instantly verify operators’ PAL cards on an onl ine database, which has a photo of the cardholder and identifi es the types of machine they can operate. The cards have a holographic image so there is no counterfeit risk.”

Wo r k S a f e N Z h a s acknowledged the new IPAF training programme with local Christchurch WorkSafe inspectors briefed about the programme late last year.

Accessman has set up training centres at its outlets throughout the South Island, with another firm, Total Access covering the North Island.

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E-learning is the latest initiative from IPAF, with modules delivered in the USA and Canada in November, and plans to roll this convenient learning method out to the rest of the world commencing 2016.

“This is a very exciting development that will allow New Zealand operators to carry out the theory side of their training from home. They can then proceed to the training centre for their theory examination, practical t r a in ing and p rac t i ca l examination.”

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Accessman had to meet stringent requirements in order to become a training centre, and received its own training from an IPAF representative from the UK.

“IPAF has stringent regulations, and a system of random auditing on an annual basis to ensure we are adhering to its standards.”

Lena says safety has always been at the heart of Accessman, which is the largest specialised hire company in the South Island, established in 1994.

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high quality of our products.”All hirers are provided

with a safety induction upon delivery of their machine.

One of the fi rm’s latest safety initiatives is the retrofi tting of active shields onto i ts older Haulotte knuckle booms, to increase operator safety.

“Active shields come standard on new Haulotte booms but models pre 2012 were not issued with this feature as a standard part. Accessman like to lead the fi eld when it comes to health and safety and view the retro fi tting of these machines as a prime example.”

In addition to safety and training, Accessman is evolving its core business, with the addition of a mobile sca ffo ld ing se rv ice in Christchurch.

“Scaffo ld ing was a natural progression for the group to meet client demand. Our intention is to roll it out to our other locations in Blenheim, Timaru, Dunedin and the Lakes District over time.”

L e n a s a y s t h e Christchurch rebuild has driven the company’s growth since the earthquakes, but managed growth has been key to its success.

Accessman has also opened a new branch in Cromwell within the last 12 months to service the s i g n i f i c a n t g r o w t h i t i s exper ienc ing in the Queenstown market.

Over the next six months, people can expect to see Accessman’s clever new “tongue in cheek” marketing slogan ‘Have you got the height?’

With the l ikel ihood of being the only female holding such a position within the New Zealand hire industry and standing at 6”2, Accessman’s general manager Lena Harrington was an obvious choice to front the campaign.



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The signifi cant damage caused by buildings’ non-structural elements in the Canterbury and Seddon earthquakes has led to a new Code of Prac t ice being launched for the d e s i g n , i n s t a l l a t i o n a n d s e i s m i c r e s t r a i n t of suspended cei l ings.L a u n c h e d b y t h e Association of Wall and Ceiling Industries (AWCI) at its annual conference in October 2015, the new guidance document provides consistent technical and good practice information for non-structural elements, so that everyone from designers, builders and consent offi cials are consistent in the design, consent and build process.

The document was developed to ensure the safety of people living and working in commercial buildings is assured, says Richard Arkinstall, executive offi cer of AWCI.

“ A h u g e a m o u n t of bui lding damage in

New industry code of practice for non-structural elements improving safety

Christchurch was caused by non-structural elements which crashed through the ceilings during the earthquakes. The Seddon earthquakes also had a devastating impact on the brand new BNZ building in Wellington, which despite being only three months old, was closed for several months after the event. This was due to damage caused by non-structural elements including ceilings, partitions, HVAC and sprinkler equipment collapsing.”

Richard says there has been a huge focus on the structural strength of buildings following the earthquakes. However the non-structural elements have often been thought of quite late in the process, with little consideration to how they might perform seismically, interact with each other, or how they will perform in the event of other hazards.

“The correct design and securing of non-structural

items is one of the key messages in the Code of Practice. When there is a consistent method of installation and seismic restraint it provides assurance to the consent offi cials and public using the building that it will perform as it is supposed to.”

He says the two main aims of the new document are to limit injury to people during a seismic event or natural disaster; and to

ensure a building can get up and running as quickly as possible following an event, thereby reducing remediation costs and minimising loss of business.

N o n - s t r u c t u r a l elements include everything from suspended ceilings, fluorescent light fixtures, air grilles, and diffusers, to concealed air handling ductwork, fan coil units, HVAC pipework, electric cable trays, and fi re sprinkler pipework.

The new Code of Practice for non structural elements will improve the safety of commercial buildings in New Zealand

Non structural elements caused damage to this clothing store in The Palms, Christchurch following the

February 2011 earthquake



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“The space above a suspended ceiling has been referred to as an overhead, non-structural sandwich. It’s critical we have these new protocols in place to ensure safety and limit damage.”

T h e n e w C o d e o f Practice has addressed recommendations from the Canterbury Earthquakes Royal Commission regarding

AWCI helps to address skills shortage

A nat ionwide ski l ls shortage is one of the biggest challenges facing trades related to interior wall and ceiling lining systems, says Richard Arkinstall, executive offi cer of the Association of Wall and Ceiling Industries (AWCI).

“This is particularly true in the Auckland, Tauranga, Hamilton triangle where there is a signifi cant amount of work going on, although the trend is growing right across the country. The other

prime hot spot is of course Christchurch.”

To help address the issue, AWCI has partnered with Master Painters New Zealand and BCITO to develop the Kiwi Can Do programme, which specialises in t r ans i t ion ing young men and women from the unemployment benefit into construction industry jobs.

“We fund a number of training courses that bring new members in to the industry. It is a great initiative,

that recruits fit, motivated people wi th a pos i t ive attitude, provides them with training, and eventually pathways into employment and even apprenticeships,” says Richard.

Kiwi Can Do even helps its cadets to upgrade their driver’s licenses, and kits them out with PPE gear and a starter set of tools so they are work ready from day one.

“ O n c e t h e y a r e i n employment, the programme stays in touch with the cadets

for three months, to get them off to the best possible start. It’s a great way for them to learn a skill and become a tradie.”

AWCI will celebrate 25 years representing the industry in 2017, and currently has around 400 member companies from around New Zealand.

“ We h a v e a w i d e membership base including contractors , t radesmen, manufacturers and suppliers of interior wall and ceiling

New BNZ building in Harbour Quay was closed for months after the Seddon earthquake due to signifi cant damage caused by

overhead non structural elements that crashed through the ceiling

better collaboration and earlier engagement between designers, builders, consent o ff ic ia l s and bu i ld ing services to ensure the best possible project outcomes.

AWCI developed the code with guidance from the Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE), and input from others in the industry.

“We are very grateful to BRANZ for providing the bulk of funding for the project. A number of groups from the industry such as the Institute of Professional Engineers, Ceiling and Plasterboard manufacturers and the Institute of Architects participated in the process to supply technical details and review content. We also got involved in a lot of scoping work and regional development meetings to ensure we were writing what the industry needed,” says Richard.

Since its offi cial launch

late last year, the new Code of Practice has been sent electronically to various parts of the industry.

“We have also made presentations at various industry conferences, and have a series of seminars taking place in late March and early April to advise people what is contained within the document and how they should use it.”

He says educa t ion about the new document is being aimed primarily at designers and building consent offi cials.

“If we can get those

two key steps right, we can move onto the developers themselves. The installers, manufacturers and suppliers a l r e a d y h a v e a g o o d understanding as they were heavily involved in the initial development of the Code of Practice.”

Richard says there are no plans to enforce the retrofitting of existing b u i l d i n g s t o t h e n e w standards.

“The key message is there is now a consistent standard for people to adhere to during the renovation or retrofi t of their building.”

Overall he says the response to the launch of the new Code of Practice has been “fantastic”.

“We are very pleased with the way it is rolling out and the take-up. The biggest thing is to build greater awareness around the Code and its use. Once every part of the industry starts to use it, the benefi ts of a safer building will fl ow quickly down to building owners and create a safer work environment for the people occupying them.” AWCI helps to address skills shortage



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lining systems and related products such as suspended ceilings, plasterboard and fi brous plaster.”

R i c h a r d s a y s t h e associat ion is enjoying strong growth in membership, something he puts down to the AWCI’s work on the new Code of Practice for the design, installation and seismic restraint of suspended ce i l ings , launched las t October.

“We’ve also been doing a lot of work to make sure contractors and tradespeople in the sector are qualifi ed or have the requisite skills to do the job. Training and quality certifi cation has become more important and people can see

effect.The Residential award

was won by Tau ranga Plasterers, for i ts work on the Palm Springs Eco Show Homes at Papamoa; with Plaster Services, of Christchurch, taking out the Heritage award for its restoration plasterwork for the historic Isaac Theatre Royal, which was redeveloped post earthquake.

“Submissions for the awards grow each year. They are a very important part of the conference that highlights some of the excellent projects completed by our members. We also run an apprentice of the year competition, which recognises the great work of some of the industry’s newest tradespeople.”

Richard says one of the strengths of AWCI is the “beneficial partnerships” it forms with other organisations, such as Certifi ed Builder of NZ and BCITO, to ensure the members of each organisation are doing their best to assist New Zealand homeowners.

“It sounds obvious but every homeowner wants a good job completed when they have tradespeople working at their home, and it is in the company’s best interests to make this happen. It’s no secret that a satisfi ed client is the biggest advertisement for what they do.”

Angus Ceiling's work on the new Christchurch Bus Interchange won the Peoples' Choice Award at the 2015 AWCI Awards of

Excellence

This super modern result on the Sandfi elds fi tout in Auckland won Forman Commercial Interiors the Commercial category at the

AWCI Awards of Excellence

the benefi ts of belonging to AWCI to ensure they are kept up to date with all the latest legislative changes and any other industry information they need to know.”

AWCI holds a popular annual conference where there are keynote speakers, several technical presentations, the AGM, social networking, and presentation of the association’s Awards of Excellence.

Winners from the 2015 awards held at the conference in October included Angus Ceilings of Christchurch, which took out the Peoples’ Choice award for its work on the new Christchurch bus interchange project.

The striking geometric d e s i g n b y A r c h i t e c t u s incorporated seismic steel battens, Metal Concepts manufactured aluminium diamonds, and a baffle fin suspension system.

Forman Commercial Interiors of Auckland took out the Commercial category for its work on the Sandfi elds fi tout designed by Archimedia.

Around 450 square metres of ceilings in the building incorporated 255 Metal Concepts designed perforated anodized aluminium triangle ceiling panels which were bolted together in clusters of four or fi ve to form 66 large panels up to 5.5 metres in length, creating a stunning



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The Award, presented at the annual Master Concrete P l a c e r s A s s o c i a t i o n conference , acknowledged that each aspect of the skate park was cast in-place, requiring not only a good working relationship with the civil contractor, but also close oversight of formwork, reinforcing and concrete placement.

Concrete fi nishes were many and varied, including i n t e g r a l a n d c a s t - i n colour, stencilled, exposed aggregate and polished.

Convenor of the judging panel, Adam Leach of the Cement & Concrete Association of NZ (CCANZ) praised the skate parks’ sustainability credentials and its success as a hub for community activity.

“ L o c a l r e s i d e n t s drove the project during consultation, design and development, and have made tremendous use of all that it has to offer since its opening,” said Adam.

“ T h e j u d g e s w e r e impressed with how the Hastings Skate Park brings together different age groups and cultural backgrounds by combining a long-

Skate Park Takes Top Concrete Placing Award

Angus McMillan Concrete was recently

presented with the 2015 Supreme Master Concrete

Placers Award for its outstanding work on

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term community vision, responsive urban design and of course superb concrete placing.”

A n g u s M c M i l l a n Concrete were the focal point during construction for this common area that stands as a testament to community will power and co-operation, as well as the hands-on skills of concrete placers and their role in creating built a environment that responds to genuine need.

The judging panel also noted how, as with previous years, their task was made extremely diffi cult by a range of high calibre

entries that demonstrated the expertise, determination and passion of those who work in the fi eld of concrete placing. The support of the Awards sponsors, including that of Allied Concrete as Supreme Award sponsor was also acknowledged.

O n t h e i r w a y t o the Supreme Award the

team at Angus McMillan Concrete also won the Holcim (New Zealand) Ltd Environmental / Sustainability Award.

Other category winnersT h e Aw a r d s a l s o

produced winners in other categories for projects which excelled in different aspects

of concrete placing.Permacolour Best

Decorative Award went to Top Notch Concrete for Nelson Residence Driveway / Patio in Whangarei.

Managing all aspects of this project within a tight timeframe involved the removal of the existing concrete, preparation of the sub-base, drainage, boxing and reinforcement, as well as the placing and fi nishing of the exposed aggregate driveway and imprinted patio.

Following Top Notch Concrete’s design advice, the clients were extremely happy with their functional and attractive outside areas that showcase the decorative potential of concrete and have helped breathe new life into an existing property.

C C A N Z B e s t Residential Award went to Wanganui Concrete Con t rac to r s fo r Cave Residence Floor Slab in Whanganui.

This large residential slab pour posed a number of logistical and technical challenges that made it worthy of acknowledgment. The difficult to access coastal site was exposed to both wind and sand spray, placing a premium on pour timing and site protection measures.

In addition, mix design was complex to meet pumping requirements, minimize cracking and achieve the desired salt a n d p e p p e r p o l i s h e d finish. Also adding to the demanding nature of the project was the post-

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Youngman Richardson & Co Best Commercial Award went to The Concrete Company for Quarantine Road Project in Nelson.

Situated in the heart of

Stoke, this large industrial development involved considerable concrete work for floors, yards, panels and in-fi lls. In total, close to 1,700 cubic metres of

concrete were placed over the duration of the project, all to a high standard closely monitored by the client.

An interesting aspect of the project was that the site had previously been a land-fill, and required a methane barrier to prevent any residual gases from escaping. As the barrier was prone to expansion and contraction in response to temperature changes, the timing of the concrete pours was crucial to minimise the impact of the barrier’s movement.

B e s t C o m m e rc i a l Commendation went to Taupo Concrete Placers for their work on the PlaceMakers new build in Taupo.

Requiring over 1,100 cubic metres of concrete for the f loor slab and surrounding driveway, strict client expectations in terms of floor flatness to accommodate shelving, and driveway durability to cater for heavy trucks, were met in a very tight timeframe.

Firth Industries Most Innovative Award went to Siteworks for Pervious Concrete Car Parking Bay in Stillwater.

After consultation with the placer, pervious concrete was chosen by the client to replace an existing asphalt pavement. Adhering to stringent health and safety, environmental protection and time requirements, 50 cubic metres were placed.

U n d e r u t i l i s e d i n New Zealand, pervious concrete enables effective management of stormwater runoff through its network of interconnected voids. In this case, pervious concrete helps reduce stormwater fl ow, fi lter contaminants and protect the root systems of near-by oak trees.

M o s t I n n o v a t i v e Commendation went to Martin Black Concrete C o n s t r u c t i o n f o r t h e Hurstmere Road Public Causeway in Takapuna.

This project saw the removal of an existing cobble stone walkway, which was replaced with honed and polished concrete. An inventive approach to site management was required to keep near-by retail space accessible 24 / 7. A similar attitude was adopted to manage environmental demands, as well as ensure the waterproof membrane over an underground carpark was not damaged.



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“There seems to be some suggestion that the market is fully committed and people need to look off-shore for structural steel. However this is misinformed. D&H and the wider industry have been preparing for growth and have significant capacity available to meet market expectations.”

Although demand from Auckland is accelerating, he says a slowing Christchurch market has seen lead times shortening overall, “which is the best indicator of where the market is at.”

D & H S t e e l Construction Ltd is one of New Zealand’s largest structural steel fabricators working wi th c l ien ts

D&H Steel ConstructionThe New Zealand

structural steel fabrication sector

is in a strong position to meet the growing needs of the local market,

says Wayne Carson,

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throughout New Zealand and the Pacifi c Islands.

The company designs, fabr ica tes and erec ts structural steel for a wide

range of projects, such as commercial and industrial bu i ld ings , i ndus t r i a l process plants, bridges and infrastructure.

“We take pride in our good reputation in the market and are focused on performance delivery and commitment to programme. With signifi cant in-house

D&H Steel Construction Ltd is one of New Zealand’s largest structural steel

fabricators working with clients throughout New Zealand and the Pacific Islands.



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D&H Steel provided steel for the Christchurch bus interchange

The D&H Steel team hard at work

structural engineering capability, we can offer sound advice a round structural design, detail and build-ability, and are happy to take on the harder jobs.”

Wayne says D&H likes the opportunity to work under Early Contractor I n v o l v e m e n t ( E C I ) contrac ts , harness ing i t s e n g i n e e r i n g a n d construction expertise to provide “best for project” solutions, which always reduces costs for the client.

“We can provide many examples of significant savings generated by ECI. The key is having commitment from clients and time to identify best for project ideas and document accordingly.”

D&H is the licensee in New Zealand for the A m e r i c a n S e i s m i c Star brand of Buckling Restrained Brace (BRB) seismic systems.

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“BRB systems have become very popular as a result of the Christchurch ear thquakes , and are recognised as the best solution for bracing on

multi-storey buildings,” says Wayne.

The company was engaged under an ECI contract to design and supply BRB seismic bracing for

the new Regional Science and Innovation Centre at University of Canterbury, and is currently completing this project alongside local leading steel fabricator, John Jones Steel.

“This cha l lenging project also includes many special design features and material specifi cations. Our early involvement provided the opportunity to arrange the early procurement of special mill run long lead time items, saving weeks on the overall project lead time.”

Some of D&H’s other current projects include the manufacture of structural steel for the expansion of Auckland International Airport; and Sistema’s n e w 5 0 , 0 0 0 s q u a r e metre headquarters and manufacturing plant in

Auckland, which is nearing completion.

D&H also specialises in welded beams, says Wayne.

“We offer a full design service around welded beams, which makes us a bit unique, as there are only two or three steel manufacturers in New Zealand doing this work.”

The company is also considered a specialist in large multi-crane roof lifts, undertaking as much assembly work as possible on the ground, rather than at height.

D&H was founded more than 45 years ago, and e igh t yea r s ago commenced a high level of investment in new plant and equipment, as well as constructing a new 12,000

square metre facility in Henderson, Auckland.

Wa y n e s a y s t h e company is proud to have been a leader in the market drive for improved levels of quality and certifi cation in New Zealand, and was the first company to be accredited to ISO/AS/NZS3034 , a we ld ing quality related standard.

“We are also one of the growing number of certifi ed fabricators under the Steel Fabrication Certification (SFC) Scheme. As a business we think this is an extremely positive move, as it not only increases quality benchmarks but is also an independently audited confirmation of commitment to professional delivery of fully compliant, high quality structural steel.”



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National Association of Steel Framing (NASH)

Steel Framing

Manufacture & Install

“ M o r e a n d m o r e professionals are interested in taking advantage of steel’s many attributes, which includes strength, sustainability, value for money, speed of construction, versatility of design, and the perfect finish that can be achieved with steel construction.”

NASH is an industry a s s o c i a t i o n , w i t h i t s membership consist ing of designers, fabricators, bu i lde r s , p ro fes s iona l engineers, academics and suppliers to the industry.

Carl says steel-framed housing has been around in New Zealand for a number of years, but of late NASH and the wider industry have been focused on increasing the awareness of s teel

framing as an alternative to the more traditional forms of construction.

“We have an Active Standards Committee which is currently developing Part 2 of an Industry standard to make to it much easier for decision makers to specify steel in their designs.”

To drive this strategy, the industry through NASH is involved in several initiatives

Light Steel Framing on the Rise

such as working with the Building Offi cials Institute of NZ (BOINZ) to develop a steel framing course for staff at consenting agencies.

The course, which counts toward a National Diploma, is offered through BOINZ and has been presented around the country.

“We are also working w i t h t h e B u i l d i n g Cons t ruc t ion Indus t ry

Tra in ing Organ isa t ion (BCITO) to ensure future apprentices and trainees are taught about and are familiar with steel framing as an alternative to the more traditional medium. Some Polytechnics are now, in cooperation with local steel framing companies, building steel framed houses for the first time as part of their offering,” says Carl.

NASH has developed a number of publications to assist new entrants into the industry, particularly architects, designers and engineers, and was the fi rst association in New Zealand to have its Industry Standard cited by MBIE in 2010.

The association has also worked closely with BRANZ on the development

of its Building Basics - Steel Framing publication.

Carl says NASH is also at the forefront of developing standards for design and best practise guides, and plays a leading contributory role in the sector with regard to regulatory processes, StandardsNZ/MBIE and the Building Code .

“We support building trades education, technology transfer, product development and provide well researched and balanced information to the public.”

With regard to the future, NASH in conjunction with HERA is currently undertaking a two year research project on the development of a design guide for Multi-Storey Light Steel Framed construction.

“This work is being completed with a research grant from BRANZ. The research is progressing well and will assist no end in the rollout of development resulting from the Auckland Unitary Plan.”

C a r l s a y s t h e association’s main focus in 2016 is the completion of more publications to assist decision makers in the adoption of steel solutions into their repertoire.

“Our latest publications , The Building Envelope and Part 2 of the NASH Standard for Steel Framing are more or less at their fi nal draft stage and will go out for comment in the next couple of months. Upon completion and publication

The level of interest in light steel framing

is on the up, says Carl Davies, general

manager of the National Association

of Steel Framing (NASH).

Carl Davies general manager of the National Association

of Steel-Framed Housing Inc (NASH)

of these documents we in tend to under take a nationwide roadshow to launch these publications and to ensure that the sector is well informed about the potential when employing steel framing solutions to construction projects.”

With interest in steel framing gaining momentum in New Zealand and overseas, particularly following the “very good” performance of steel framed homes in the Canterbury earthquakes, the sector has an exciting future, he adds.

“It was reassuring how well steel framed dwellings stood up in the earthquakes, and when combined with the reported performance of light steel framing in fi res, as well as steel’s strength and great versatility in design, the sector provides industry professionals with intriguing choices in the future.”

Light steel framed construction is growing in popularity in New Zealand



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In the Hawkes Bay building scene for more than 40 years, John Briggs works from the Napier area where he served his apprenticeship in carpentry and joinery.

As depicted on the website (www.briggsbuilders.co.nz), Briggs Builders is strong in the area, covering to Nuhaka, up near the Mahia Peninsula, even across the North Island to Palmerston North. Typically, he travels considerable distances to get to the job.

T h e c o m p a n y h a s been very involved in the residential, commercial and general building sectors, with outstanding examples of the work prominent in their various locations.

While John is qualified

John Briggs’ 40 year top Hawkes Bay building record

From million dollar construction contract to kitchen renovation, Briggs Builders takes

pride in fi nishing “a job well done”. The attitude

is directly from the proprietor, John Briggs.

Aitkin House, Havelock North

The Tom McDonald Cellar and Church Road Winery

Hubscher Home, Taradale Hill

in both carpentry and joinery, he now leaves most joinery work to sub-contractors. He is full of praise for the group of sub-contractors who work with him and also to all staff he has employed over the many years he has been in business. John set up on his own account a few years after serving his apprenticeship and

later formed the company, John Briggs Builder Ltd.

B r i g g s B u i l d e r s ’ reputation is such that John is able to pick and choose which jobs he undertakes, and when. In recent years he has been spending half the year in England, helping his son work on a property which the latter is doing up.

Currently back in Napier, John is preparing to begin a 650-plus square-metre house just out of Havelock North, working from the architectural plans drawn by one of several architects he deals with. He is employing extra staff especially for the project, a system he has utilised since he began his visits to the Northern Hemisphere. A good many of these have been unique, including the Tom McDonald Cellar and the Underground Museum at Church Road Winery, (his favourite). There has also been the conversion of an old wool store at Port Ahuriri into the Shed 2 Bar and Restaurant, followed by its redevelopment in 2008, award winning undertaking.

Based at the company’s workshop at Onekawa, John Briggs displays a versatility which has carr ied him through the years, allowing him to undertake the wide range of building projects he has become synonymous

with in the Napier region. They need not all be large projects, with everything from kitchen and bathroom alterations to large structures included.

A good many of those have been unique, including the Tom McDonald Cellar and Underground Museum at Church Road Winery. There has also been the conversion of the old wool store at Port Ahuriri into the Shed 2 Bar and Restaurant, followed by

its redevelopment in 2008, an award-winning undertaking.

In the cen t ra l c i ty area, Gahagans Unichem Pharmacy and the restoration of The Cri Bar and Grill (the latter after a serious fi re) have been major developments. John’s interest in the Napier Operatic Society has also seen him design and build a number of stage sets for their productions in the Municipal and Tabard Theatres.



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Bob Hunt, the founder ofH i g h m a r k H o m e s , i scelebrating his �ftieth year inthe building industry this year.You don't survive that long in atraditionally volatile sectorthrough luck; it takes greatknowledge, great systems andgreat management. And it'sthose qualities that HighmarkHomes is passing on to the nextgeneration of builders throughits licensing programme.

'Over the years, Highmark Homeshas built many thousands of houses inthe “golden triangle” of Bay of Plenty,Waikato and Auckland,' explains Bob,'and we had requests from other areastoo. It was this demand for our homesthat made me realise the value of ourexperience.

'To be a builder these days you musthave a Licenced Building Practitionerquali�cation, and to succeed you alsoneed a whole lot of industry knowledgeunder your belt,' says Bob. 'But, just as afew entrepreneurs have building skills,so many builders don't have business

skills.'Our unique offer is that we can take

builders who are keen to build theirbusiness and help them grow by usingthe procedures we've developed overmany years. We'll teach them the art ofgrowing a business, develop their salesand marketing techniques and give themthe management and �nancial controlsystems to help them become successfulbusiness owners in a relatively shorttime.

'It's a proven system that has alreadybeen used by eight licensees around thecountry, and now we're looking for morepeople to build Highmark Homesaround the country, especially inWellington, Hamilton, South Aucklandand the South Island.

FROM STARTER HOMES TO

RETIREMENT HOMES

Bob has building in his blood, as heexplains. 'My father was a structuralengineer and boat builder who took tofarming and I couldn't wait to leaveschool in order to start building. But Isoon learned that you need more thanjust practical skills, and that was thefoundation of all the systems HighmarkHomes has in place today. Now my sonRyan is our General Manager andensures Licensees have all the tools andtechnology they need to run successfuland pro�table businesses.'

Ryan says that Highmark Homes hasover 40 main house plans with anin�nite number of variations, andcustom designs plans for clients too. 'AtHighmark Homes, we can put together�rst or starter homes relatively cheaplyand build right up the range to �vebedrooms, with specialist homes to suitfarms, orchards or retirement homestoo.

'On top of our nationally recognisedbrand, we offer licensees a huge range ofknowledge, skills, procedures and ofcourse, volume purchasing bene�ts.For any quality builder looking to growtheir business into a sizeable company,those are big attractions.'

NEVER LOOKED BACK

Jenine and Reuben Weber ofMasterton recognised the potential ofHighmark Homes back in 2007. 'Wewere only 25 at the time, but as soon aswe saw the Highmark Homes advert wefelt it was us', says Jenine. 'Reuben is aresidential builder and I'd been in salesin the travel industry and we wanted tosettle down, work together and have afamily.”

With their combination of sales andbuilding skills, Reuben and Jenine tookthe big jump. 'Perhaps our youth gave

us the courage because we never lookedback. Our �rst two years were hard,because of course the GFC hit just afterwe started and the building sector wentthrough one of its downturns, but beingpart of Highmark saw us through andallowed us to expand in a way wecouldn't have on our own.'

These days, the couple have twochildren under two but Jenine is stillrunning sales and marketing for their

company. 'Compared to my previousjob, I actually have a lot more balance inmy life,' she laughs. 'Thanks to Bob,Ryan and the team at Highmark, we'velearned how to manage a business andwe are with a brand that adapts rapidly tochanges in the market. As a result,we've done very well �nancially and areable to employ a nanny so I can continuemy role. I actually love what we do andbeing local to Masterton has been a realadvantage. We've built homes now forpeople I used to send on holiday!'

FOR GOOD LOCALBUILDERS

Bob and Ryan Hunt are keen toexpand Highmark Homes around thecountry, and are now looking forexperienced builders wanting to bene�tfrom the brand and its proven designs intheir own area. 'The investment variesaccording to area, but is generallybetween $75,000 and $105,000,' saysBob. 'Turnover will depend upon theeffort you put in and how many projectsyou are prepared to take on, but usingour systems you can grow as large as youlike – and create a real asset for yourfuture.

‘As Jenine and Reuben have found,Highmark Homes has the skills andexperience to help you create a verysuccessful business. For the rightpeople, it's a formula for ongoingsuccess. Give Ryan a call and �nd outmore.'

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Health & Safety Reform Bill

Maximum Safety Products says it has arevolutionary height safety anchor devicedesigned to prevent falls by roo�ngcontractors and builders.

Paul Suisted, Peter and Mason Fisher, managingdirectors of Maximum Safety say it has produced therevolutionary roof anchor product, NZ HitchClipAnchor.

HitchClip is designed as a hybrid to easily �t multipleattachment scenarios - concrete, metal and wood - aswell as to New Zealand and Australian Metal Roo�ngpro�les. NZ HitchClip has a low pro�le to suit ourstructures. It provides an anchor point from whichsafety attachment systems can be run to help preventworkers falling from their work position when workingat height.

Along with the low pro�le and a colour which blendsinto the roof scheme, HitchClip provides an instantsafety feature which continues to provide servicethroughout the life of the building. It is welcomed bycontractors all round because no �ashing is required oneither commercial buildings, or residences, and doesnot detract from the look of the structure.

Using high-end componentry, at minimal cost, whiledelivering maximum safety, HitchClip is preparedespecially for use by contractors – but can easily beused by home a homeowner as long as they arecorrectly attached to ASNZS standards. It protectsagainst safety hazards, while allowing greaterproductivity on site.

It also provides operators with a simple system, notonly for their own safety, but that of all others workingat height. Their ability to manage and monitor bestsafety practices is made easier. The NZ HitchClip givesyou the tool to “future proof” your height safety.

Launched on the New Zealand market early this year,HitchClip conforms to national and internationalstandards - ASNZS 5532 and 1891, OSHA 1910 and1926(m), hileANSI Z359.1-2007 and A10.32-2012, wkeeping up with the ever-moving changes to safetyregulations. It has international patents pending.

Mason Fisher says peace of mind is an importantfeature of the HitchClip system and and this is providedfor builders and contractors for their workers, knowingthey will not be in danger; it is the same for homeowners and their families, who also appreciate the lowpro�le of the HitchClip on their roofs. The intention isto save lives and reduce the risks and ensure everyonecomes home safely. I believe the Hitchlip systemshould be retro�tted and encouraged as a safetysolution of any future building project.

With its user-friendly features – basics are a huge partof this product - the intention is to deliver Work atHeight Safety Ef�ciencies to ensure everyone getshome safely after work to their families.

Contacts:Mason Fisher 021 181 7653Peter Fisher 027 226 0232Paul Suisted 021 201 [email protected]

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So what does this mean for us?

Do we need to be afraid of whole scale change?

The short answer is NO.

If you are currently complying with the Health and Safety in employment Act 1992 then don’t be alarmed. You will however need to make some changes required by parts of the new Health and Safety at Work Act, as discussed in the last issue of the magazine.

If you are not currently complying with the HSE Act, or don’t know whether you are or not then you will need to check and have appropriate and scalable systems in place to manage health and safety in your organisation.

New Health and Safety legislation and Scaremongering

The Health and Safety at Work Act 2015

comes into force on the 4th April 2016.

Businesses who take the time to look at their risks, implement appropriate con t ro l s and sys tems , demonstrate they have resourced H&S properly, including having adequate workplace consultation have nothing to fear from the new legislation. There is plenty of guidance available on the WorkSafe and other New Zealand legal firms’ websites.

Present ly there are numerous stories being told of people (advisors, consultants, call them what you will) making claims that if you don’t have everything in place according to the new legislation then you will be put out of business, fined huge amounts of money, locked up, unable to get business loans, funding etc.

This type of advertising is scaremongering, trying to frighten people into doing business with the advertiser. This does nothing for their

credibility or demonstration of professionalism.

One such example is set out below:

Quote “Is your business ready for the Health and

Safety at Work Act?Starting on April 4, 2016, this new law will usher in a slew of changes for the

way your workplace safety is measured. If you’re not in full compliance, you’ll

face massive fi nes that could cripple your bottom line. Failing to fully abide by this law could even ruin

your chances of getting bank loan and force your

clients to stop working with you.

Afraid this new law could come with BIG

consequences that your SMALL business can’t

handle?You don’t have to be — as long as you work with us!

”

If a business is uncertain about how to comply with requirements of the new Health and Safety at Work Act then they should seek competent advice.

The most important thing is to make sure the person offering advice is competent to do so. How do you do that?

The first port of call should be “HASANZ” the Heal th and Safety Association of New Zealand. They have provided a set of questions that should be asked by organisation`s or business owners before accepting advice from an adviser or consultant on how to comply with the new legislation.

Five Quick Questions:

1. Which professional organisation do you belong to – Can you confi rm this?

2. What qualifications and/or certifications do you have?

3. What relevant skills and experience do you have for this job?

4. Can you g ive me examples of similar work you have done recently?

5. Are you happy for us to contact your clients about your work for them?

T h e s e q u e s t i o n s w i l l give some background information on which you can make a reasonably informed

judgement whether or not the adviser or consultant actually has the knowledge and experience to be offering their services for hire.

H A S A N Z i s c u r r e n t l y d e v e l o p i n g a register for Health and Safety Practitioners and Professionals. When this is completed businesses will be able to search the register to fi nd H&S Practitioners and Professionals that have been determined as competent, against set criteria, by an appropriate Professional Body.

This will provide a level of surety that the advice being given comes from a person who actually has the knowledge, skills and competency to provide that level of advice.

Andy LoaderCEO New Zealand Safety Council



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Too often companies purchase or hire

access and height safety equipment that is

incorrect for the job at hand. The root

cause of the issue is that the tradesman is a

professional at his particular trade – not

necessarily a professional in regards to

safely gaining height.

So that's where Total Site Supplies �ts

in. They talk to customers about their

speci�c project, discuss the range of

opt ions ava i lab le , and only then

recommend the best option to the client.

A customer who thinks they need to

purchase a harness system, will

sometimes end up hiring a mobile

scaffold!

They can offer you almost any piece of

equipment to reach your work at height

safely to either buy or hire and specialise in

the best quality equipment to keep you

safer for longer.

Total Site Supplies have an extensive

ladder range including platform, extension

and roof ladders plus a new range of Bailey

�breglass ladders for the electrical

industry.

To reach those jobs a ladder is unable

to, Total Site Supplies stock the very rigid

Equiptec mobile scaffold systems.

Equiptec scaf fo ld is a long term

investment, customers are still using it

after 20 years. Available in both single and

double widths, the platforms heights range

from ½ m to 4m. Equiptec have also come

up with a clever solution for gaining entry

into the low level scaffolds (which must

have hand rails and mid rails) with the new

Equiptec Go-Gate, a simple but very

innovative addition.

Scissor lifts are the smart alternative to

ladders and scaffolds with their design and

manufacture delivering uncompromised

safety, benchmark performance and

outstanding reliability. From small Quick

Lifts that can pass through doorways, ideal

for open, level construction sites etc, to the

larger slab scissor lifts and rough terrain

lifts suitable for the construction industry

meeting the needs of the most challenging

job site terrain.

If your work involves working on roofs or

o t h e r p l a c e s w h e r e s a f e t y i s

compromised, Total Site Supplies have all

your height safety equipment including

harnesses, lanyards, helmets, anchors

and ropes. They also offer height safety

equipment checks given you the

assurance that your equipment is �t for

use.

To ensure yourself and your employees

are suf�ciently trained for working at

height, much time and money can be

spent on keeping everyone compliant.

Total Site Supplies can save you time and

money with their 'easy' training courses

from EWP to Height Safety, mobile scaffold

and con�ned space training. We called it

'easy' training as you simply phone Total

Site Supplies and book in and turn up on

the day….it really is that simple!

Me thods and regu la t ions a re

constantly changing – and you can't be

expected to be up with it all. Rather

looking at what product you need to buy or

hire, just give us a call and explain your

problem. Our team is trained to think

outside the square and provide solutions

that are cost effective and safe – in other

words solutions that make sense and are

compliant.

Using the wrong access and height safety equipment

is a signi�cant problem on construction sites today.

I’m a small business, what do I need to do to ensure I’m covered under the new legislation?

Firstly, let’s take a look at some of the key cha nges under the new Act.

1 . P C B U - ( p e r s o n conducting a business or undertaking) is a key new term – the PCBU has the ‘primary duty of care’ to ensure the safety of workers and anyone affected by its work.

2. Worker participation - a stronger emphasis on worker participation and engagement to ensure that workers are engaged with health and safety.

3. Risk management - shifts the focus from monitoring and recording incidents to proactively identifying and managing risks.

4. Safety is everyone’s responsibility - no one can ‘opt out’ and safety becomes everyone’s responsibility. All parties from executives to workers have health and safety responsibilities.5. Due diligence for directors - the act places more legal responsibility on directors a n d e x e c u t i v e s o f a n organisation to manage risks and keep people safe.

6. Stronger fines and penalties for non-compliance - the Act signif icantly increases the category of offences, with a three-tiered hierarchy being introduced along with a range of other offending provisions.

Along with the key term of ‘PCBU’ the Act also

clearly sets out the different roles and responsibilities. The four key roles are; PCBU (e.g. the business entity), Officers (e.g. a chief executive or director), Workers (e.g. employees) and Visitors (e.g. customers).

Site Safe has produced a free guide with more information on the four roles and the different responsibilities under the new act which is available at sitesafe.org.nz. Under the new act everyone from directors to workers will have some form of responsibility for health and safety and we recommend that you gain an understanding of what these responsibilities are.

Advice for SME’s If you were already

c o m p l i a n t u n d e r t h e previous law then the new act will require a review of your current health and

The new Health and Safety Act came into effect in April. The good news is that if you were doing the

right thing under the previous law then

it’s unlikely that you need to make major

changes. On the other hand, if you’ve been

neglecting health and safety entirely, then

the new Act presents a very good opportunity to review your health and safety practices,

your culture and how you manage risk.




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safety systems. You may need to change some of the terminology you use and make changes to the way some safety activities are conducted, including how risk is managed. If you don’t have a current health and safety system then now is the right time to take steps to ensure that your people can go home safe at the end of every workday. As a minimum we recommend that you have the following systems in place for your business:

1. Plans and procedures2. Worker engagement 3. Risk management 4. Training and induction 5. Accidents and emergencies

There are a number of free templates and resources available on the Site Safe website to help you make a start on building a basic health and safety system based on the steps described above. If you require more hands on assistance then you may want to consider a health and safety consultant or undertaking some training.

Advice for larger corporates

For companies that have directors and boards there is a bit more involved. Apart from the above there is also the new requirement of ‘due diligence’ for offi cers in regard to health and safety. Most organisations of this size will have their own internal health and safety person who will be capable of developing the appropriate systems to meet this new requirement. If your organisation is of this size and you don’t have a health and safety person then you can look at getting in a safety consultant to get you started. The Business Leaders’ Health and Safety Forum has also produced an excellent free guide for those at director or chief executive level called ‘due diligence and beyond’. This is available free from zeroharm.org.nz

For more information on your responsibilities and what you should do under the new HSW Act, visit Site Safe’s website and download their free practical guide for small

business owners - sitesafe.org.nz.

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New Zealand Inc

is an independent,

not-for-profi t,

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Are you running a business (for example, building, roofi ng, plumbing or demolition) with workers who may disturb or remove asbestos or asbestos containing material

(ACM)? Here’s a heads-up about changes to asbestos-related work in April.

Coming across asbestos? Play by the new rules

Asbestos regulations are being updated to bring New Zealand into line with other countries. With more than 170 New Zealand workers dy ing each year f rom asbestos-related diseases, our work practices need to improve.

U n d e r t h e n e w regulations, coming in on 4 April 2016, a licence is required to remove more than 10m2 of non-friable (bonded) asbestos or ACM in one job, or any amount of friable asbestos. The licence will be issued by government health and safety agency WorkSafe New Zealand.

You can register now with WorkSafe New Zealand

to get up-to-date information on the new licensing process, including when and how you can apply.

(Please note that registration is not a licence

application.)

New nationwide licensing system for asbestos

removalThe new licensing system

for asbestos removal is aimed at ensuring people removing asbestos have the necessary skills and experience to keep themselves, and others, safe.

see table next page

Licence or no licence?Here are some common

examples of bu i ld ing , plumbing or electrical work, with a guide to whether you’ll need an asbestos removal licence.

Work which may involve the removal of non-friable asbestos:• Soffi t removal• Removing cement roofi ng

sheets

• Removing external wall c ladding or textured ceilings

• Replacing lino flooring

This work will require a Class B licence from 4 April 2016 if you’re

removing over 10m2 of non-friable asbestos containing material.

M a i n t e n a n c e a n d servicing work which may

involve ACM:• Repairing or replacing

sheets of cement roofi ng tha t a re damaged or deteriorated

• Replacing damaged or deteriorated cement water pipes

• Drilling or cutting into soffits or wall linings.

Building maintenance or servicing is allowed without a licence under

the new regulations. However, if it involves

removing more than 10m2 of non-friable asbestos or any amount of friable

asbestos then a licence is required.

Removal of friable asbestos:• Removal of insulation

ma te r i a l s , i nc lud ing lagging.

• Any removal task where the asbestos is in a powder



Health & Safety Reform Billform when dry, or able to be crumbled or reduced to a powder using your hands.

This work will require a Class A licence, because the asbestos fi bres are friable. This means you

could be exposed to larger quantities of airborne

fi bres.

Note: All removal work needs to be performed safely.

What do I need to do?

If your business is likely to require an asbestos removal licence it’s a good

idea to register your interest with

WorkSafe.

You can register online, and fi nd

more information on changes to work involving asbestos,

at:

http://business.govt.nz/worksafe/

asbestos

I have a Certifi cate of Competence for restricted asbestos

work. What do I need to do?

I f y o u h a v e a current Certificate of Competence, you don’t need to do anything yet. Your certificate will allow you to work under the new asbestos regulations (under the categories listed on your certificate), until your certificate expires. At that point you will need to apply for one of the new licences or to work on another business’s licence.

Mike

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Suitable controls need to be in place to ensure that the risks of asbestos have been minimised. These include correct use of Personal Protect ive Equipment ( P P E ) , R e s p i r a t o r y Protect ive Equipment (RPE), safe methods of work, decontamination facilities and the disposal of all asbestos waste in an approved landfi ll.

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The Sustainable Living Programme is a prac�cal, fun way of learning future living

skills to become more resilient and to reduce your environmental impacts at

home.

On-line materials are free to residents of this district because the Waimakariri Dis-

trict Council subscribes to the Sustainable Living Programme: to access the learning

guides and see more District–specific informa�on,

register now at sustainableliving.org.nz

NZ Communi�es face challenges from sudden events such as natural disasters, and

from gradual but significant changes such as resource shortages or climate change.

An ability to respond to both requires : a mix of adapta�on, imagina�on andresilience

resourcefulness. How skilled are you at resilience? Have you given it much thought?

What could make a building more

resilient to climate change and

environmental challenges during its lifetime? There

is more to this than the basics of

making a structure earthquake-strong and weather-tight.

Rain on the Plains

A warming cl imate brings greater water-carrying capacity in the atmosphere, so we can expect heavier winter snow on to higher ground and more frequent cloudbursts of rain or hail than was the average in last century. Drains could be overloaded as a ‘fifty year f lood f requency’ becomes perhaps a ‘ten year frequency’. Roadside swales will be needed to help cope

Resilient buildingsby detaining flood water, and encouraged by District Stormwater Management Plans .

In the east of NZ, that climate change may mean the year’s rain falling in uneven bursts between periods of drought, so designing-in rain water storage may become a part of resilience for buildings as well as farmers. Garden watering and toilet flushing are good uses for stored rainwater, reserving the expensive disinfected pumped and piped supplies for essential uses. Water storage is also really useful in civil emergency, such as after quakes.

What’s that buzz?

Warmer temperatures and dwindling frost nights may al low mosqui toes to spread their habitat s o u t h w a r d s , b o o s t i n g demand for insect screens on windows and affecting which pest plants can get established within urban landscapes. Longer growing seasons may favour home food

production, coupled with a fashionable commitment to edible decorative gardens. The resilient home or offi ce is accompanied by space for raised beds and an interest in leaving healthy soil on site after construction: free from lead paint scrapings, const ruct ion debr is or persistent weed-killer sprays.

Warming to the idea

Sunshine is the free heat that a resilient design will incorporate, by increasing north-facing glazing and

reducing it on the south, provided the structure also has internal thermal mass to absorb the heat by day and gently release it overnight, ach iev ing tempera ture stability. External shading from mid-summer excess heat is important too: once the heat has passed through the glass it is too late to apply shading, such as roller blinds. Insulation needs to be extensive, and be placed outside the thermal mass of the fl oor or sunlit walls, for it to work. Placing carpets on insulated concrete fl oors does not work, so they need to have attractive surfaces

such as tiles or be polished or painted, to let the energy fl ow in and out.

Photo-voltaic panels are most useful on buildings where most of the energy use is 9am to 5pm, such as schools, factories and offi ces; although fast developing battery technology may soon make 24 hour power storage cost effective for households, who would then have the option of going ‘off grid’. Decentralised power production increases res i l ience by reducing reliance on large and distant generators, linked by the national grid.

Future Living Skills

A m o r e r e s o u r c e -efficient, less polluting future will call on new life skills from building users as well as designers and constructors. We may need to know something about local food production, low-carbon transport, waste and water minimisation and community resilience. All these topics feature alongside energy and

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eco-design in a community e d u c a t i o n p r o g r a m m e which is freely available now in Christchurch and Waimakariri and may soon be available in Selwyn District. For details see www.sustainableliving.org.nz On this local government-backed website, under ‘where are the courses?’ you will fi nd reference to occasional tutor-led courses and workshops, if you are ready to go beyond looking up reference material and seek contact with others sharing this interest.

There is also good advice on including sustainability awareness in new building and renovations at http://www.ccc.govt.nz/environment/sustainability/build-back-smarter and http://www.futurechristchurch.co.nz/s m a r t - b u i l d i n g / b u i l d -back-smarter and http://www.ecodesignadvisor.o r g . n z / f a c t s h e e t s

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Recruitment in the Construction Industry

T he construction sector may be unable to capitalise on the industry boom if it doesn’t take measures to attract more potential employees. In the midst of huge demand for construction, research from HR and recruitment experts Randstad reveals that construction fi rms are becoming increasingly less attractive to potential employees.

The Randstad Award employer branding research shows that the attractiveness of the construction sector has decreased for the fourth consecutive year. When asked, only 20% of respondents said they would like to work for companies

Construction sector’s staffi ng shortage has implications

In the midst of a construction boom,

sector becoming less attractive

to staff

in the construction sector, compared to 26% in 2012, 24% in 2013 and 22% last year.

Country Manager of Randstad New Zealand, Brien Keegan, believes that if the construction industry doesn’t take immediate action to rectify the situation, there will be major implications.

“Presently, New Zealand is experiencing a surge in both residential and non-residential construction projects , especial ly in Auckland and Christchurch. To meet this demand, the construction sector will have to attract new talent and ensure they retain their top talent.

“The Randstad research shows that the construction sector is failing to maintain its attractiveness to current and potential employees. This wil l have serious consequences for the sector, which is already facing staff shortages and an inability to

fi ll positions.“ H o w e v e r , t h e

implications could reach further than the construction sector. According to a recent report, Auckland may need as many as 113,800 homes built by 2031 and Christchurch, after years of delay, is fi nally starting to rebuild the city. If construction firms are unable to complete projects such as these, there will be consequences for New Zealand as a whole.”

Interestingly, despite a c o n t i n u e d d r o p i n attractiveness, the research shows that the construction sector has managed to maintain its name awareness at 43%, which is on par with last year’s result, but a substantial increase on 34% in 2013.

“We know that the construction sector is in the midst of a boom and there is a huge demand for staff to fi ll the existing and future shortages. What this year’s

results also make clear, is that potential employees recognise companies within the sector,” says Brien Keegan.

“The chal lenge for construction firms is to ensure that this recognition is positive. In order to recruit and retain the top talent, fi rms within the sector needs to ensure that they are perceived as good employers offering Kiwis what they want in a job, such as a good salary and work life balance.”

Five years since the fi rst Randstad employer survey was undertaken, the most important criteria for New Zealanders when choosing an employer continues to be salary and employee benefi ts, according to 21% of respondents. This was

followed by pleasant working atmosphere (10%), good work-life balance (10%), long-term job security (12%) and interesting job content (11%).

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categories or criteria for entry as it’s based on the largest 150 employers in New Zealand, by employee size. For further information visit www.randstadaward.co.nz .

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Zealanders or people who have connections with New Zealand will forget where they were on the 22nd of February 2011, the day that Christchurch was rocked by a magnitude 6.3 earthquake that claimed the lives of 185 people. One consequence of this tragic event, is that it forced the government to update its earthquake-prone buildings policies. This legislation has far reaching implications for the construction industry and the public alike. It is important to know your rights and obligations under the proposed framework so that changes can be implemented to manage the pending requirements.

The Building (Earthquake-prone Building)

Amendment Bill legislative history

In 2012, the government in t roduced l eg i s la t ion into Parliament to change the system for managing earthquake-prone buildings. T h e c h a n g e s f o l l o w recommendations by the Canterbury Earthquakes Royal Commission and a comprehensive review

Prone holds: A snapshot of the current state of the Building (Earthquake-prone Buildings) Amendment Bill

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(including consultation) by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE). In the Government’s press release it cited a number of defi nitive factors, but the central point of the proposed legislation was to improve the current system that was failing to achieve an acceptable level of risk in terms of protecting people from serious harm in moderate earthquakes. The Bill passed its first reading in Parliament on the 5th March 2014 and was referred to Parliament’s Local Government and Environment Committee (the “Committee”) who released its detailed fi nal report on the 2nd of September 2015. The Bill is currently awaiting its second reading in Parliament.

The Bills current formImportantly, in May

2015 , the government announced that it had revised its policy on earthquake-prone buildings in favour of a more targeted approach that focuses on the buildings that pose the greatest risk to life. It ensures the response is proportionate to the risk, that the costs are minimised and that we retain as much of our built heritage as possible. As

was expected, the Committee has also recommended a number of amendments to the Bill. These two occurrences have altered the nature of the Bill and have prepared the Bill for its second reading.

Key changesThe key changes include:• Varying the timeframes

f o r i d e n t i f y i n g a n d strengthening earthquake-prone buildings according to the seismic risk around N e w Z e a l a n d ( w i t h timeframes for identifying potentially earthquake-p r o n e b u i l d i n g s o f five, 10 and 15 years, a n d t i m e f r a m e s f o r strengthening earthquake-prone buildings of 15, 25 and 35 years – timeframes depend on the seismic risk of the area).

• Reducing the scope of buildings covered by the system – excluding farm buildings, retaining walls, fences, monuments that cannot be entered (e.g. statues), wharves, bridges, tunnels and storage tanks.

• Prioritising education buildings, emergency service facilities, hospital buildings and corridor buildings by requiring that in high and medium seismic risk areas they be identifi ed and strengthened in half the standard time.

• Introducing new measures to encourage ear l ie r upgrades through a new requirement to strengthen e a r t h q u a k e - p r o n e buildings when substantial alterations are undertaken.

• A m o r e f o c u s e d E a r t h q u a k e - p r o n e

Buildings Register and enhanced public notices on ear thquake-prone b u i l d i n g s t h a t g i v e information about the earthquake rating of the building.

Defi nition of ‘earthquake-prone building’

The amended Bill changes the defi nition of ‘earthquake-prone building’ by:• C l a r i f y i n g t h a t a n

earthquake-prone building can be one that poses a risk to people on adjoining properties and not just those within the building itself.

• E x c l u d i n g f r o m t h e defi nition of ‘earthquake-prone building’ certain residential housing, farm buildings, retaining walls, wharves, bridges, tunnels and monuments.

• Including in the defi nition of ‘ear thquake-prone building’ hostels, boarding houses and residential housing that is more than two storeys and contains three or more household units.

T h e d e f i n i t i o n o f earthquake-prone building still refers to a building that would have its ‘ultimate capacity’ exceeded in a moderate earthquake.

Seismic riskT h e a m e n d e d B i l l

introduces the concept of different geographical areas having a different ‘seismic risk’, with three possible risk levels:• High seismic risk; and• Medium seismic risk; and• Low seismic risk.

This is relevant to the timeframes for identifying and strengthening potentially earthquake-prone buildings

ConclusionsThese recommendations

and policy changes are a product of a slight change in focus of Government and Local Government (as represented through the Committee). What is clear is that the Government is very serious about the legislation and the major benefits it will have on the safety and welfare of New Zealand. However, it does mean increased responsibilities for New Zealand property owners and the construction indus t ry. F i rs t ly, i t i s important that you identify whether the relevant building is within the definition of ‘earthquake prone buildings’ and what geographical area relates to the same. If you have any questions contact GTODD LAW.



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Height Safety



Height Safety

Edge Protection NZ LTD hasr e c e n t l y r e l e a s e d i t sCommercial Edge ProtectionBracket to compliment itscomprehensive range ofproprietary edge protectionsystems aimed at keepingheight safety as simple andcost effective as possible onconstruction sites both largeand small.

With the Health and Safety at WorkAct coming into effect this April,placing liability with the PCBU,(person/s conducting a business orundertaking) signi�cant focus will beplaced on how businesses managecritical risk whilst working at height.

This is nothing new to most in theconstruction sector however particularemphasis on "group control measures"like edge protection, which protectmultiple parties as opposed toindividual control measures such asharnesses, is set to be one of the focalpoints for Worksafe NZ as itsinspectors continue to enforce the"Preventing Falls From Height"campaign.

Since its inception in 2012 thecampaign has reigned in bulk of thenon compliant working practices onroofs and multi story builds byeducating our sector on how best toimplement safe working practiceswith scaffolding, edge protection, infall protection and mobile elevatedwork platforms etc.

Many businesses have since seen thelong term economic bene�ts in owningtheir own height safety equipment andas such have invested in scaffoldingand/or edge protection to ensure theyremain competitive in the marketplaceas well as compliant in the eyes of theregulatory authority. Service providershave also sprung up all over thecountry offering edge protection andscaffolding services for a competitiverate, but many of us across the sectorhave overlooked the fact that theinstallation process often places theinstaller at the very same risk of a fallfrom height. This can often defeat thepurpose of the safety measure entirelyif the individual working to erect it isdoing so in a dangerous or noncompliant fashion!

For example, installing tube and clipbased edge protection on single storyresidential buildings often brings withit the dif�cult prospect of not onlybracing the vertical poles with rakers,but actually having to continuouslyaccess the dangerous lower roof edge

to enable the �tment of couplers tohold said rakers in place, not tomention the time spent measuring forcorrect top, mid and bottom raillocations, which are required to be setat speci�c heights off the roof as wellas distances away from each other andthe roof edge. The cumbersome 20kgsteel rails can be dangerous to handleat height whilst working at the roofedge and standing at the apex of agable end trying to manoeuvre one ofthese heavy logs of steel can presentseveral potential hazards on its own.

There is certainly a faster, easier andsafer option available which is notonly versatile and compliant but alsom e e t s a n d e x c e e d s t h e l e g a lrequirements for group controlmeasures whilst working at height.

Having been at the forefront ofdevelopment for proprietary edgeprotection systems since 2012, EdgeProtection NZ Ltd has ensured thatdevelopment of each of its six differentb r a c k e t b a s e d s y s t e m s h a sincorporated several features makingits "E Bracket®" systems stand out asindustry favourites.

These range from the one piece lasercut and folded manufactur ing

technique ensuring stackabillityleading to simple transport andstorage, to the pre set rail heightswhich enables all of the pre assemblyto be conducted on the groundtherefore eliminating much of the timespent working at height as well asenabling the guardrails to be �ttedprogressively in sequence whilst theinstaller remains behind the guardrailsin the "safe zone" at all times duringthe assembly and removal procedures.This technique is dubbed "ProgressiveGuardrail Installation" and offers theinstaller full protection from a fall asthey are never exposed to a nonprotected roof edge.

With versatility being paramount foranyone considering purchasing a newproduct, all of the "E Bracket®"systems are compatible with eitherSG8 90x45 timber rails at 2.7mtrbracket centres, or galv and aluminiumscaffold tube at up to 5.4mtr centres.New housing brackets can be �tted tosof�t sprockets, gable ends on theoutrigger and truss top chords, whilstthe Re Roo�ng variant uses a pole tothe ground atop an adjustable basejack. Fitment under the eaves on anexisting building is adaptable to suit�at or sloped sof�ts , gable ends and

even roofs with no overhang. Thisparticular system is very popular as itcan be used on new buildings as wellas old, and leaves no damage due to anon slip friction �t pad, making it idealfor alterations and re roo�ng/paintingas well as solar installation. Thecommercial bracket is designed to face�x direct to tilt panel, DHS purlin andtimber purlin whilst also being able to�oor mount to protect voids and �oorperimeters.

Affordability being high on the agendafor any business owner, the basicdesign of the "E Bracket®" systemsallow for a low cost option with returnon investment immediate and mostsystems paying themselves off withinthe �rst couple of jobs as opposed tocontinuously paying for scaffoldingbased edge protection.

The beauty with proprietary systems isalso in the fact that as they are notconsidered a structural scaffold, sothey can be installed by any competentp e r s o n w i t h n o s c a f f o l d i n gquali�cation necessary and no heightrestrictions.

Huge importance should be placed onthe fact that any proprietary systembought for the intended use ofprotecting personnel from a fall fromheight is under law required be �t forpurpose and correctly designed andtes ted to AS/NZS4994.1 :2009Standard by a registered engineer, whoprovides a producer statement for thesystem tested in accordance with allappendices of the test requirements setout in the standard. Edge ProtectionNZ Ltd supplies all systems withwritten instruction, certi�cate ofcompliance withAS/NZS4994.1:2009Standard, full on site training and aftersales support to give its customers thecon�dence that their plant is up toscratch.

Several companies have recentlydiscovered that the edge protectionsystems they have been implementingon site are non compliant due to thefact that the equipment has not beentested to the appropriate standard by asuitably quali�ed engineer and can notbe used on site.

With a more organised and re�nedapproach to height safety regulationand enforcement likely in the �rst halfof this year, now is certainly a goodtime to review site procedure andplant.Also how an overlapping duty toensure service providers are taking allpracticable steps to ensure the safety ofall parties working at height should beparamount to ones approach to healthand safety in the workplace.

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LIANZ

Unitec Landscape ArchitectureUnitec Landscape Architecture students are continually exploring the possibilties for making our cities more livable andenvironmentally sustainable. Graduates of a degree in landscape architecture are entering not just a profession of thefuture – but the profession for a better future.

Unitec Graduate Andrea Reidcreated a plan to create “pollinationpathways” through Auckland as her�nal year thesis project. Andrea'sproject Lifelines was awarded a�nalist place in the student categoryof the New Zealand Institute ofLandscape Architects Pride of PlaceAwards.

Reid's project, which she hopes tomake a reality, aims to increase thenumber of bees, birds, butter�ies andlizards pollinating the city's plants byb u i l d i n g l a n d s c a p e d e s i g ninstallations at key points.

She would like to see pocket parks,gardens, berms and bare land plantedwith bene�cial plants to createconnections between natural areas.Bee hydrators – shallow pools ofwater bees can drink from withoutdrowning in – could be hung fromtraf�c lights and billboards andcompanies in a corridor encouragedto establish living roofs and walls.

“The patchy, fragmented nature ofecological realms in the urbanAuckland region is creating adisconnection between people andthe ecological world,” she says.

“This is resulting in the loss of majorhabitats for our local wildlife andcommunity connection with theenvironment. When an ecosystemb e c o m e s f r a g m e n t e d a n ddisconnected it become stagnant.”

With a growing city there is a threatthe fragmentation could becomeeven worse if steps aren't made, shesays.

Her plan has continued beyond herstudies and she is now working withAuckland Council in gathering dataon where wildlife populations arethriving and where they are not. Thiswill help narrow down exactly whereto establish the pollination corridors.

U n i t e c ' s L a n d s c a p e b a s e dprogrammes bridge the gap betweenscience and art, producing graduatesthat are at the leading edge ofcreating the spaces in which we live,work and play. Programmes includet h e B a c h e l o r o f L a n d s c a p eArchitecture, Certi�cate in HomeG a r d e n D e s i g n . D i p l o m a i nLandscape Design and Masters inLandscapeArchtecture.

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Which is why i t i s important homeowners select the right professionals to carry out any new landscaping project say Lynn Cairney, president of the Landscaping Industries Association of New Zealand, now known as Landscaping New Zealand (LNZ).

“ T h e l a n d s c a p i n g industry in New Zealand i s u n r e g u l a t e d , w h i c h means anyone with a trailer, wheelbarrow and a Labrador can effectively call themselves a landscaper. This also applies to designers, as they are not all made equal. If clients engage an accredited member of Landscaping New Zealand, they have the reassurance they are dealing with a professional who is prepared to differentiate their business from the masses and prove they are serious about quality trade practice.”

Lynn says i n mos t instances the cost of seeking professional advice is only a small percentage of a project’s total cost, and can often save on costly mistakes.

“The cost of a designer’s consultation for example is roughly equivalent to the cost of a square metre of

Choose a landscaping professional to avoid costly mistakes

A beautifully designed, constructed and

maintained outdoor space and garden can add considerable value

to a property.

paving gone wrong, or a few inappropriate plants bought from the garden centre. It i s def ini te ly worth the investment.”

One of the b igges t advantages of engaging a landscape designer at the earliest stage of a project is their ability to achieve b a l a n c e , f u n c t i o n a l i t y and structure of the hard landscaping structures such as decks, walls, paths and paving.

“The hard landscaping is the most critical aspect of any project and is usually the most expensive. It provides the architecture for a garden and outdoor area with the plants effectively being the soft furnishings. When balance

and cohesiveness is achieved in hard landscaping, you can just about put any style of planting in the garden and it will work. “

Lynn says it is important for people to “shop around” when choosing a landscape professional, to ensure they are the right fi t for their project

The LNZ website lianz.org.nz is a great place to start, as it has a comprehensive list of all accredited members, including contact details and in most cases, web addresses.

Its members cover a wide range of industry professions, with expertise in landscape d e s i g n , h o r t i c u l t u r e , construction, maintenance and contract management.

To achieve accreditation members are put through a rigorous process, which assesses their skills and business practices such as contracts, and health and safety policies.

O n c e a c c e p t e d , members must abide by LNZ’s constitution, code of conduct and environmental policies and are the only professionals entitled to use the Landscaping New Zealand brand to promote their businesses.

Lynn says it is important clients feel confident and c o m f o r t a b l e w i t h t h e professionals they choose.

“ M a n y a c c r e d i t e d designers work closely with other accredited landscape construction companies and vice versa. Some companies provide a full design and build service in-house. It is a matter of fi guring out the needs of the project and choosing the best professionals to suit.”

Lynn says checking company websites, social media and getting testimonials from previous clients are other good ways to check a landscape professional’s credentials.

“Meeting them in person is also good way to check their skills and knowledge. Ask to see a portfolio of their previous work, and look for the quality and detail. If a client’s project is large-scale, they may want to visit one of the professional’s previously completed projects of a similar size.”

Once the professionals have been selected, Lynn says the next step for clients is to gather ideas and put some thought into what they want their outdoor space to achieve, and how they would like it to look and function.

“Clients don’t need to worry about how this brief will be brought together, as that is the designer’s job. A professional will guide them

Less is more when it comes to this modern pool design by Design & Landscape

This stunning design by Morgan and Pollard has been entered in the Residential Project over $60,000 category in the 2016 Landscapes of Distinction Awards run by Landscaping NZ

'This design from Aspen Landscapes is entered in the Residential under $60,000 construction category at the awards

Design & Garden Landscapes have entered this striking design in the 2016 Residential project under $60,000 award category

through this exciting process from concept to completion.”

Lynn says the best project results are usually achieved when clients seek professional advice and commission design drawings and plans for their project.

“Many designers produce 3D drawings, which give clients an accurate picture of the potential outcome of their project. Drawings also allow the landscape contractor to accurately price the project. It is money very well spent.”

The con t r ac t ing o r construction teams will then bring the design to life, and the client can then start to enjoy their wonderful new outdoor space.

L a n d s c a p i n g N e w Zealand was or iginal ly established in 1985 and has six branches nationwide.

Lynn joined LNZ as a student member in 2006, and s ince becoming an accredited member in 2009 has progressed through the

ranks, to be elected president in 2014. She is also the owner and senior designer of Auckland firm Fusion Landscape Design.

“My role is to work alongside the executive, and liaise closely with our administration and business managers as we work to promote professionalism and best trade practice. My involvement is a way of giving back to the organisation which has helped me so much, and to the landscaping industry, which is my passion.”

As a non-profi t voluntary organisation, Lynn says LNZ relies heavily on the support of a group of key suppliers.

“We a re ex t r eme ly grateful for the support of our primary partner Allied Concrete; industry partner Firth Masonry Products; supporting partners Resene, Prebble Seed, and HomePlus, as well as all our valued allied members and event industry supporters.”



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Vijay Frame & Truss

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Pryda is a supplier of engineered timber connectors and truss and frame designand manufacturing systems.

For any queries please call 0800 88 22 44or go to www.pryda.co.nz

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F r o m i t s h i g h l y -automated, purpose built factory in Henderson, the company supplies its product range to leading merchants across the region, such as Mitre 10, and other leading hardware merchants.

“Everything we make is to order, as no two houses are the same,” says the company’s manager Minesh Lal. “The merchants give us the plans, we draw up the frame and truss, price it, then manufacture to project specifications using our precision equipment and high quality materials.”

Vijay Frame and Truss also produce prefabricated mid-fl oor ‘cassettes’, a pod-like system that is used for the mid-fl oor between levels

on a multi-storey home.“ M i d - f l o o r s a r e

generally built on site over four or fi ve days but this time can be cut in half with our cassette system. We design and detail the cassettes in the offi ce, make them in our factory, then fi t them together on site. It is a much faster and more efficient system than conventional mid-fl oor construction.”

Vi j a y F r a m e a n d Truss entered the “very competi t ive” Auckland market in 2009, and has become established quickly because of the trust it has developed in the market, says Minesh.

“We pride ourselves on the qua l i ty o f our products and service we provide to our customers. We have worked hard to build strong relationships with the merchants and suppliers we deal with. If builders have any questions or need technical advice, the merchants often tell them to contact us directly, which is an indication in the level of trust they have in us.”

Q u a l i t y i s a l s o paramount, with checks

Quality and trust the keyNumerous homes in the greater Auckland

region have been constructed using

high quality pre-nailed timber wall frames

and roof trusses manufactured by Vijay

Frame and Truss.

and balances in place in the factory to ensure Vijay’s products meets its customers exacting demands.

“All our trusses and frames are made from locally grown timber, and are treated and graded to meet or exceed New Zealand Building Code standards. Every frame and truss we produce is guaranteed to

meet these standards.”M i n e s h s a y s t h e

company’s streamlined processes and advanced equipment enable i t to deliver accurate, easy-to-assemble products, quickly and effi ciently with minimum wastage.

“This adds up to more cost savings for our clients.”

Vijay Frame and Truss

employs around 35 staff, and is a member of the Frame and Truss Manufacturers Association (FTMA).

Minesh says the building boom in Auckland has resulted in an exceptional year for the company.

“This fi nancial year has been one of our best yet, and we expect another positive year ahead.”

Vijay Frame and Truss now has a well-established position in the market, which is another factor driving growth, he says.

“New merchants are coming directly to us now that we’ve been operating for some time. The ability to attract new customers is a huge benefi t and a key to the growth the company has seen.”

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Wood Processors and Manufacturers Association (WPMA)

T h e v o l u n t a r y membership organisation was the result of the formal merging of The Wood Processors Association and Pine Manufacturers Association, and has united the sector’s entire value chain, post forest gate, says chief executive, Jon Tanner.

“It made sense to come together as one organisation, given the interdependency of these associations across the whole supply chain. The merger was pretty seamless in fact we have already increased membership. This comes down to having a good board, chairman, and leaders who have recharged the vision for the sector and brought everyone together.”

Jon says WPMA has

Wood Processors & Manufacturers

Association of New Zealand

In July 2014 the New Zealand wood sector

entered a new era, with the formation

of the Wood Processors and Manufacturers

Association (WPMA).

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Wynn Williams House in Christchurch, designed by Ruamoko Solutions was the joint winner of Engineering Innovation award at the 2015 NA Wood Timber Design Awards

looked as far ahead as 2050 and what the expectations of its members’ customers might be.

“We would l ike to

see the industry, our third biggest export sector, regarded as the best example of a low carbon, high value economy in New Zealand.

The membership and board have already bought into the idea.”

Jon says WPMA is taking this “smart, green”

message to government.“If the government is

serious about its international commitments to climate change, we believe it should

support the expansion of forestry and promote the use of timber as the sustainable building material of choice.”

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earthquakes have proven the safety record of timber, which is a lighter, safer material to work with.

“There is a lot more awareness a round the b e n e f i t s o f b u i l d i n g with timber, even in the commercial sector. Several medium high-rise buildings in Auckland are currently being constructed with wood. There is big interest in timber from all kinds of angles.”

WMPA has a diverse m e m b e r s h i p , f r o m companies in the pulp, p a p e r , s a w n l u m b e r , panels, laminated products and mouldings sectors; to companies moving towards the delivery of new construction systems and services, biochemical, biofuels, textiles and bio-composites.

The association has already hit the road with its Renewing New Zealand roadshow to promote the industry as a whole and raise the profi le of its members, talking to a number of community leaders, business forums, teachers, MPs, and anyone else who was keen to listen, says Jon.

“ T h e b e n e f i t s o f the wood sector to local economies can often be overlooked. However in some regions the industry makes a big contribution

with a huge number of people benefi ting in terms of service and supply. We are working hard to promote our members and the signifi cant investments they are making in their local regions, as well as the employment opportunities they provide.”

There are currently around 20,000 people employed in the wood industry in the regions, with another 10,000 people estimated to be working in support jobs.

“Jobs can be hard to come by outside the urban cent res which i s why continued growth in the wood sector will do a lot to support the economy. “

Developing technical standards is another of WPMA’s priorities.

“ Te c h n i c a l i n p u t s from our members are the driving force for this work in order to keep industry standards relevant, ensure legal certainty and enable innovation,” says Jon.

WMPA has also become

This residence in Maniatut Road designed by Edwards White Architects picked up the 2015 Residential Architectural Excellence award

the adminis t ra tor and organisation of the annual NZ Wood Resene Timber Design Awards (under the auspices of Wood Council NZ), which in September 2015, celebrated 40 years.

“A record number of entries were received for last year’s awards, which celebrated all the great things that can be achieved with processed wood. It was a great event that was attended by many leading people from the architecture and engineering communities.”

With advocacy and promotion its top priorities, WPMA will to continue to talk about the wood sector’s good environmental and economic story, says Jon.

“The industry runs off its own energy, does environmental good by pulling carbon out of the air, produces products that lock up carbon, and creates economic wealth. It ticks all the boxes, which is something we’re very proud of.”

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Pegasus Engineering

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“Steel has become a preferred material for commercial construction, which wasn’t the case before the disaster. As an industry we’ve always been positive we had the material of choice, given the strength and performance during seismic events, the accuracy that can be achieved through structural steel and the ability for steel framed buildings to be re-occupied in a shorter time frame following a major event. The earthquakes have proved these attributes and increased our industry’s presence in the market.”

T h e s p e e d o f construction using steel and its architectural merits are proving attractive to investors rebuilding in Christchurch, he says.

“ S t e e l i s a v e r y accommodating product that

can be shaped into whatever an architect might visually conceive. There is massive scope when it comes to

reduced construction costs overall.

Simon says Pegasus Engineering’s workload has

Rise in steel a game changer for Pegasus Engineering

The Canterbury earthquakes changed the region’s landscape and also resulted in a seismic shift in attitudes towards steel, says Simon

Williamson, general manager of Pegasus Engineering, one of the South Island’s major structural steel manufacturers.

The young, enthusiastic shareholders leading Pegasus Engineering are

(L-R) Brett Dodds, Simon Williamson and Blair Kelly

The Burwood Hospital redevelopment has been a key project for Pegasus Engineering since 2014

the form and achieving the function with a steel building.”

He says construction

t i m e f r a m e s a r e a l s o s h o r t e n e d w i t h s t e e l providing quicker returns for investors’ capital and

increased signifi cantly since the disaster.

“Christchurch has taken up the bulk of our capacity



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as we have concentrated on the Canterbury rebuild work over the last three years. However we continue to look for opportunities outside Canterbury, and provide support to larger projects in the South Island.”

Pegasus had already planned a large capital investment in plant and new premises before the disaster, and moved into its new purpose-built Rolleston manufacturing plant in November 2012.

The facility was created with the latest Peddinghaus steel processing equipment, allowing the fi rm to drill, tap, saw, scribe, cope, prep, plasma cut and oxy fuel cut a huge range of different style steel profi les including the South Island’s only CNC pipe plasma machine for efficiently achieving structural pipe work.

Pegasus offers a full range of services from quoting and detailing, to its core business of structural steel fabrication, in house post fabrication blasting and painting, transportation and erection of steel on site.

“We have signifi cantly increased our capacity since moving to our new plant, with average output of around 75 tonnes of steel per week, and the ability to maintain 110 tonnes

when completing the larger projects we can still achieve greater levels through striving for effi ciency,” says Simon.

These numbers can be increased further up to 200 tonnes a week, when Pegasus engages sub-contracted fabricators throughout New Zealand, which has been done successfully on multiple projects in our past, he says.

“ I f w e h a v e t h e opportunity to engage under an Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) process,

we have more time to plan and significantly bolster capacity by bringing in other fabricators, with whom we have good relationships if needed. The key thing for clients and main contractors to understand is they can have confi dence in the local supply chain is capable to meet its needs.”

Simon says Pegasus Engineering likes to become involved at the ECI stage, as this is where it can add considerable value in terms of build-ability and cost effectiveness.

“We of ten suggest fabrication and welding ideas for the consulting team that can eliminate some of a project’s labour requirements and bring the total build cost down. If we are able to get ahead of the construction programme by being better informed, we can also help to ensure timely completion of the building.”

H e b e l i e v e s t h e collaborative approach under the ECI should be more widely promoted and adopted by the industry.

Around 900 tonnes of steel was manufactured by Pegasus for the new PWC building in Christchurch

“ T h e r e a r e s o m e instances of this (design build contracts) but I would like to see more key decision makers understand the benefits of ECI and the value it can add to all their projects. It really is a win-win for all parties.”

The amount of value a local fabricator can add to the project through design involvement and a lso coordination during the build of the projects tends to be overlooked, he adds.

“We are here to build long term relationships

with customers who want to return to Pegasus for service as well as benefi ts in cost. “

After a quieter final quarter of 2015 in the Christchurch market, Simon says the construction market is expecting to gather momentum again through 2016.

“We believe work in the tender market is going to increase and the latter part of the year will get very busy again.”

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“We have focused our company structure and business strategy on the heavier end of the commercial construction w h i l e t h e r e b u i l d o f Christchurch continues.”

S i m o n s a y s t h e company is proud to be have been involved with many notable, often award winning projects since the earthquakes, with some, like the Isaac Theatre Royal and Botanic Gardens Visitors Centre redevelopments, and new Stranges Lane

development inspiring others to rebuild within the four avenues.

“To get some of the city’s cultural landmarks back on their feet in a safe and improved condition; complete some exciting new buildings and help two redeveloped sporting venues to take shape (AMI temporary stadium, Hagley Cricket Pavilion) has been a positive for the company.”

Pegasus Engineering is currently fabricating steelwork for Hawkins Construction on the new Canterbury Engineering the Future (CEFT) building at University of Canterbury,

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improvements as we have completed our drawing process.”

The fi rm’s major focus for the start of 2016 has been fabricating circa 450 tonnes

of steel for the new Justice Precinct car park building, for main contractors Fletcher Construction.

Last year it provided around 900 tonnes of steel

for the new five-storey PWC building in Cashel Street under contract to Armitage Williams after completing an ECI process with their team and Beca.

The fi rm also completed the Environment Canterbury building for Naylor Love which included a striking atrium stair component; and is also close to fi nishing its

works on the redevelopment of Burwood Hospital for the Leighs Cochrane joint venture.

“This has been our cornerstone project since February 2014 for which we’ve produced around 2200 tonnes of steel. It’s been very positive for us to have this signifi cant project to maintain a degree of pressure on our workshop. “

Simon says the firm is also playing its part in the recovery of Rangiora, manufacturing steel for the Conway and Lambert buildings, two of the fi rst rebuilds completed in the North Canterbury town.

“We are also completed the new Farmers building in Rangiora with Watts and Hughes Construction (440 tonnes), which is a critical project for the town’s post-earthquake recovery.”

Simon says the longevity

The Hagley pavillion is another high profi le project Pegasus has been involved with

of Pegasus Engineering, and the fact it is locally owned and operated are among its strengths given the critical service we provide to a building and the required product life of our end result.

The fi rm was founded in 1977 by two working proprietors, and taken over by its current director and major shareholder Gavin Lawry in 1987.

Simon, Blair Kelly (operations manager), and Brett Dodds (production manager) are the remaining shareholders.

“Gavin has led the growth and expansion of the company through a focus on commercial work over the last 30 years, and is still actively involved. We are proud of the fact we are locally owned and operated, and playing a significant part in the redevelopment of Christchurch.”



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But with strengthening and redevelopment works progressing well at the Trafalgar Centre, fans should be back on the bleachers in the main stadium for the team’s first game of the season in April.

The venue is the largest indoor multi-purpose events centre in the Nelson/Tasman region.

Built in the 1970s as a sports stadium, the centre also hosted major cultural and entertainment events, trade shows, exhibitions and evening weddings, before it was closed in December 2013, when engineering reports identified it as an earthquake prone building that could pose a risk to public safety.

A geotechnical report also indicated the site was susceptible to liquefaction and lateral spreading issues.

Following a thorough

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investigation into the options to remediate the site and s t ructure , Nelson Ci ty Council resolved to carry out ground remediation works, strengthen the southern end and main stadium and address the functionality of the main entrance, by demolishing and rebuilding the northern end of the facility.

A new road and parking in the adjacent Rutherford Park was later added to the project package.

M a i n c o n t r a c t o r s

Gibbons Construction started physical works on site in September 2015.

The first stage was to remove internal cladding and doors, and undertake ground improvement and compliance work.

D e m o l i t i o n o f t h e existing northern building was completed in early November.

Shane Trench, chief operating offi cer of Gibbons, said in February the project was a “big undertaking”, but

his team were making good headway.

“Our current priority is to complete the earthquake strengthening works to the main hall and southern extension, to ensure it is brought up to building code and is safe for public access ahead of the first Giants game.”

Although the stadium will be structurally sound and ready for use by then, works on “non-critical” areas

such as toilets and changing rooms will still be underway, he says.

“Temporary facilities will be put in place, and works will fi nish in these areas as the season progresses. We will also be constructing temporary pathways so the public can safely access the building, or exit it quickly in the unlikely event of an emergency.”

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project team, particularly around health and safety, with lots of truck movements, craneage and people working at heights.

“We have in excess of 60 people from a myriad of trades working on the site at any one time. This includes 40 of our own carpentry and concrete crews, plus a range of sub-contractors, and Downer, the civil contractor looking after the new road and parking at Rutherford Park.”

Shane says Gibbons has a “great relationship” with Downer, having worked with them on a number of other projects in the region.

In early February the concept design for the new

northern building extension had been completed by Irving Smith Jack Architects. The detailed design was with the QS and contractor for pricing, and geo-tech testing was underway on the footprint of the new building.

“The northern building is the fi nal piece of the puzzle. We are looking forward to getting it underway,” says Shane.

At around 900 square metres, the new building has a similar footprint to the old northern extension. However its functionality and appeal will be much improved, with a striking new entranceway, including an open glass face with verandah around its perimeter.

New kitchen facilities in the northern building will service both this area of the Trafalgar Centre and the main stadium.

The ablution facilities are also being updated and reconfigured to be more functional.

Construction on this part of the project was expected to get underway in late February or early March, with completion of the entire project including resurfacing of the main hall, landscaping and other works, scheduled for July 2016.

Shane says the Gibbons Construction, Nelson’s oldest family-owned construction company, is pleased to be working on such an

important project for the local community.

“We have a vested interest in the community, and are putting all our efforts and energies into this project. It’s great to be able to fully utilise our capabilities, plant and gear, and there is great morale on site amongst our highly enthusiastic team and sub-contractors.”

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Centre in December 2013 due to it being earthquake-prone, the facil i ty had already undergone signifi cant redevelopment works, says Richard Kirby, a consultant contracted by Nelson City Council to oversee the current work programme.

“Redevelopment of the southern end of the Trafalgar Centre had been completed in 2009, followed by the west changing rooms in 2011. The extensive redevelopment to the northern end had already been budgeted for in the council’s 2012 long term plan when the centre was closed.”

Richard says one of the biggest challenges in the early stages of the strengthening

and redevelopment works was to develop an effective, cost-effective solution that would deliver 66 percent of the new building standards, well above the 34 percent required by law.

“Some of the fi rst cost estimates were in excess of $25 million for the building works, and up to $5 million for ground improvements. The council brought in a number of third parties to provide feedback and talk through the various options.”

R i c h a r d s a y s t h e “tradeoff” was how best to spend the money when it came to ground remediation versus structural strengthening of the building.

“The decision was made

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to spend more money on structural works to ensure people could safely exit the building in the event of an earthquake.”

T h r e e c o m p a n i e s provided geotechnical input in the early phase of the project and after “lots of debate and peer reviews” finally reached agreement that deep soil mixing was the most appropriate and cost effective ground remediation methodology.

An area 50 metres by six metres wide along the southwestern corner of the building by Saltwater Creek was identified as the most susceptible requiring ground improvement.

A soil machine injected 800mm diameter cement slurry piles around eight metres into the ground to support that end of the building.

This process cost around $500,000, signifi cantly less than the original estimates.

New concrete beams have also been fi xed on the inside and outside of each wall in the main stadium, and tied into the old foundations with reinforcing bars.

Steel reinforcing and boxing for the additional foundation footings has also been installed.

At the time it was built, the Trafalgar Centre was said to have boasted the largest timber span portals in the Southern Hemisphere.

Ensuring the strength of these glulam portals has been a big focus of the works, and has included the addition of steel plates and roof bracing.

“The key of the design was to ensure the portals

this, and potentially make further savings on the total cost, is a great result.”

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C o m p l e t i n g t h e T r a f a l g a r C e n t r e ’ s earthquake strengthening and redevelopment works under an Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) contract is proving a key to the success of the project, says Shane Trench, chief operating offi cer of main contractors, Gibbons Construction.

“It was a brave, bold move for Nelson City Council to run the project under the ECI process. However it has borne fruit. It’s been an enjoyable process for us to work collaboratively with the council, and its design teams and consultants. Everyone has sat around the table from day one with the same goal - to do what is best for the project.”

Shane says the ECI contract is quite different to a traditional tender, as it has given Gibbons the opportunity to offer practical design solutions and sound costing advice from the outset, he says.

“This early, up-front involvement and ability to influence the design and build-abil i l ty has been integral to us getting the build programme to where it needs to be, and saves us running into unforeseen problems throughout construction.”

This departure from n o r m a l p r o c u r e m e n t p r o c e d u r e s w a s r e c o m m e n d e d t o t h e council by its consultant Richard Kirby, who felt a collaborative approach under an ECI contract was best given the project’s complexities.

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ensure everything is open book, fair and reasonable. The preliminary and general plus profi t margins have been finalised based on actual costs, with any changes to the scope of works re-costed with Gibbons to ensure it is being carried out cost-effectively.”

Shane Trench says cos t ing and budget ing has been one of the most challenging aspects of the project for the Gibbons team, which has to be responsive to any changes on the ground.

“One of the advantages of the ECI process, is that everyone is well informed of the project’s time and budget pressures and the challenges of pulling an existing structure apart and putting it back together,” he says.

Shane says Gibbons was delighted to win the ECI tender for the Trafalgar Centre project ahead of “stiff competition” from companies both within Nelson, and outside the region.

“It was a significant tender, based more on the capability of the company chosen to carry it out rather than price. We were pleased the council felt we were the best company to do the job within the project timeframe and to a high quality and standard.”

The firm has enjoyed the engagement throughout the process with the council, its consultant Richard Kirby, structural engineers Holmes Consulting, Irving Smith Jack architects and project managers Opus.

“It’s great to be part of the process,” says Shane.

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“When we went out for tender in April/May 2015, we looked closely at the companies’ track records, resources, and how they would do the project, as well as the profi t margin. Once Gibbons won the bid they were heavily involved in the detailed design phase and the review of how best to procure the physical works,” says Richard.

Costing the project was one of the key challenges for Gibbons, under its total outturn cost contract with the council.

“We came to a guaranteed maximum price of $12.96 million, encompassing four separate packages of work. This has increased to $16 million, divided into five packages, since the addition of the Rutherford Park upgrade to the works package,” says Richard.

He says the council also priced some risk into the contract, and allowed room for incentives during the construction process.

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Peter says the addition of Eolgreen diversifies the portfolio of the group, which has made its name as a roading contractor, carrying out road recycling and stabilisation works.

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“We are recognised for excellence in the delivery of complex projects, and are fortunate to be in a position where we only commit to the right work. We don’t take on projects for the sake of it.”

Around 90 percent of the homes project managed and built by Triple Star and its construction division Edge Construction, are for clients from offshore, or who work outs ide Queenstown, he says.

“One of our biggest challenges can be meeting timeline expectations, as

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The company’s work is not confined to New Zealand, says Peter.

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“We are current ly project managing a build for a client in Scotland, for whom we have already built a home in Queenstown.”

Triple Star and Edge Construction (which has operated in Queenstown for more than 30 years) have been run as sister companies under the same shareholders for several years, but last year were fi nally amalgamated, when Triple Star acquired the construction business.

“Edge Construction is now effectively a division of Triple Star. Running the operation under one entity has simplifi ed things from a fi nancial reporting, a d m i n i s t r a t i v e a n d employment perspective.”

T h e m e r g e r h a s also allowed Triple Star

to operate as a main contractor, providing a unique end-to-end service rather that running the project management and construction capabilities u n d e r t w o s e p a r a t e companies.

“We offer the full p a c k a g e , f r o m f r o n t end design, consent and cos t management , to project management and construction.”

Peter says as part of its “front end service”, Triple Star likes to get involved at the earliest stage of a project, even before the appointment of consultants to defi ne the clients’ project objectives and identify the most effective means to deliver their project from innovation through to construction delivery.

“We work closely with our clients and are their point of contact right throughout the process. Managing the design process is a key to ensure cost controls are met. We also like to bring the foreman on each job into the design process early to look at constructability and the different options available to the design team.”

This process leads onto a construction contract, which is sometimes costed at a fi xed price, but is more often a negotiated contract, says Peter.

The fi rm currently has a considerable number of high-end residential p r o j e c t s u n d e r w a y, including a substantial 800 square metre architectural residence on the top of

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Triple Star is also working on a 1400 square metre complex with three apartments overlooking Lake Hayes, and will soon start constructing 22 smaller homes at Jack’s Point in a high density development.

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“The next wave of development of Wyuna Preserve will start soon, and we expect to carry out further construction work at Blanket Bay over the next year or so,” says Peter.

Triple Star currently has up to 40 on its carpentry team, and nine full time staff in the offi ce.

“We are still growing and currently need some more carpenters. However

of other projects floating around in the design stages, and also have a couple of commercial projects underway. One is our own headquarters at Shotover Park, which will incorporate our offi ces and a sizeable storage facility for plant, equipment and stock. We are also building a new factory for Formatte Joinery in the same development.”

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hardest hit areas in the quakes.

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it was wonderful to be able to have a

nice hot shower.”

In August 2013, Matthew, a

quantity surveyor for 42 years, and his

business partner Jim Burrowes, who

had worked in the Christchurch steel

and building industry for 45 years, set

u p O u t b a c k B a t h r o o m s , t o

commercialise the concept.

Since then the product range has

grown considerably to include fully

self-contained, customised bathroom

and kitchen facilities for a variety of

applications such as camping and

trade work sites, with the firm's Lowa

Towa range specially designed for

disabled people.

“ACC and the Ministry of Education

are renting or buying around two of our

wheelchair accessible units a week at

the moment, which is our biggest

market . We've a lso just been

commissioned to build a full sized,

wheelchair accessible caravan

specifically to the client's needs,

which no one else in the world is

doing,” says Matthew.

H e s a y s t h e c a m p i n g a n d

tradesmen facilities are also highly

sought after, with the larger models

able to incorporate a kitchen, beds and

a dining/living area as well as

bathroom facilities.

The larger tandem axel tradesman

unit has a shower, toilet, kitchen, and

office space making it a wonderful site

office unit.

Come holiday time the work gear is

removed, the toys and camping gear

loaded, and people can be off on a

Glamping holiday.

“These units are a great option for

people working in remote locations.

We've already sold two to the New

Zealand Fire Service to use as

command units at fire sites.”

Other applications have included

smoko rooms and mobile classrooms,

with Outback Bathrooms' Executive

Toilet range (an upmarket powder

room type facility) regularly hired for

events and weddings.

Outback Bathrooms also produces

a washdown and containment model,

w h i c h i s u s e d t o c l e a n u p

contaminants such as fuel, oil and

chemical spills, along with asbestos

removals, police crime scene and P-

lab cleanups, and Civil Defence

emergencies.

All the company's units are custom

designed and manufactured from

Outback Bathrooms' 380 square

meter factory in Christchurch.

“We're currently producing two to

three units a month, and are aiming to

get up to four.”

With strong interest from both the

local market and the disabled sector in

Australia, where the company is

negotiating sending three wheelchair

accessible bathroom units to Perth,

and is fielding a lot of interest from

Melbourne, there Is definitely the

potential to scale up, says Matthew.

“Things are going very well. Our

main focus is to meet the local market

in the short term, with a view to scaling

up and exporting in the future.”

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Owner Glen Williamson says his team regularly takes video footage on job sites, to show people how their build is progressing, or to point out problems that may arise in renovation projects, such as rotting fl oors or leaking roofs.

“Our team can also use the video footage to offer suggestions of how best to remediate an issue, which the property owner can then use to make decisions.”

Glen says many of the f i rm’s c l i en t s a re property investors who live out of town, so regular communication is important to keep them fully informed.

“One of our company goa ls i s to be to ta l ly transparent with our clients and utilising a range of communication tools helps with that.”

BuildSmart works on a wide range of projects, from new residential builds, to renovation projects such as kitchens and bathrooms, and the upgrade and renovation

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of investment properties.T h e f i r m h a s 1 6

staff, including three full time painters and roofing specialists, so can offer a full package of services, says Glen.

“Project management is a large part of what we do, from initial concept through to project completion.”

Around 40-50 percent of

BuildSmart’s work is in the property investment market.

“This is a strong niche market for us as we have p roven and ex t ens ive knowledge of the rental market in Otago. We help investment property owners to maximize the property or properties they currently own, and also help them to fi nd new properties.”

As a qualified builder and experienced property investor himself, Glen can provide competent advice

on all aspects of building maintenance, renovation and upgrades.

“Regular maintenance is essential in Dunedin where there are a lot of older homes in the rental market. We can advise the best solutions to avoid problems such as rot, mould or water in the wall cavities which can all devalue a home.”

BuildSmart can also work through the fi gures with property investors when it comes to renovation projects that will add value to their properties.

“It is often a matter of spending the money where the investor will get the most return. A newly renovated kitchen or bathroom for example can lead to better tenants and a higher return p e r r o o m , w h i c h c a n sometimes cover the cost of the investment, and in some

cases even return a profit. Owners really appreciate that sort of feedback.”

Glen started BuildSmart in 2007 and is pleased with the company’s progress.

“We have a number of new home builds coming up, and a lot of smaller kitchen and bathroom jobs and investor projects, which will keep our team busy until the end of the year. The market has defi nitely heated up in Dunedin in terms of sales over the last four to fi ve months, which has a fl ow on effect for our business.”

He says a “great crew” of staff, supported by an excellent team of trusted sub-contractors is a key to the success of the operation.

“Our team and trusted

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sub-contractors all do a great job and stick to the time schedules, which makes project management a more seamless process.”

The company’s diversity is another of its strengths, along with its ability to build great relationships with its

clients, says Glen.“We enjoy meeting

clients in the concept stage of their project, and working alongside them all the way through to fi nal completion. To remove the stress and hassle from the process for the client is pretty satisfying

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Maungatua Contracting

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“My sons Blair and Kane who are both civil engineers, and daughter Kylie, a chartered accountant have implemented new technologies that I wouldn’t have introduced on my own at my age. Our systems have become a lot more effi cient, creating cost savings we can pass onto our clients.”

T h e 6 3 - y e a r - o l d company has invested around half a million dollars in GPS equipment, with seven of the 18 CAT machines in the firm’s extensive, modern fl eet now “hooked up”, says Robert.

“It’s a big investment but it’s well worth it. Instead of arriving to the job site with a thick wad of plans, we now turn up with a chip that we stick into the GPS system. Our operators do

things once and there are no mistakes or pegs getting knocked over. Everything is done dead right fi rst time.”

Robert reckons the company is saving up to

10 percent in fuel costs due to the accuracy and effi ciencies.

“Another advantage of GPS is that everyone from the digger driver to the

grader operator is working from the same page. It’s also easy for engineers to come along and check things out.”

M a u n g a t u a Contracting’s long history

Robert Duncan says the involvement of third generation family members in

longstanding Wanaka earthmoving and civil construction fi rm Maungatua Contracting

has had numerous benefi ts.

Maungatua Contracting Modern Technologygoes back to 1953, when it was founded by Robert’s father Murray, an agricultural contractor.

R o b e r t j o i n e d t h e company in 1973, after c o m p l e t i n g a c i v i l engineering degree, and took it over in 1986, just before Murray passed away at the age of 51.

It remains very much a family fi rm, with Robert’s wife Lynette managing the company administration, and their daughter Kylie, a chartered accountant, helping out when she can.

“Kylie doesn’t work in the business, but has helped us to introduce Xero accounting software which has streamlined our systems and made everything so much simpler. It is also enabling us move towards a completely paperless system.”

The company is taking a similar ‘paperless’ approach to health and safety reporting after switching to Site Docs, a cloud based system that is managed with iPhones and iPads.

Diversity is at the heart

of Maungatua Contracting, which provides a wide range of earthmoving and civil services such as land development, residential and rural subdivisions, utility services, siteworks, excava t ion , d ra inage , roading, dairy conversions, f a r m i r r i g a t i o n a n d w a t e r s c h e m e s , d e -watering, river protection work, landscaping, and construction survey and design.

“We’ve always been very diverse. Subdivision work is the biggest part of the business at the moment given the rate of development in Wanaka. We do pretty much everything ourselves apart from sealing works.”

The f i rm current ly has subdivision contracts varying in size from 20 to 74 sections underway, including the Riverside development. It has also been working at Peninsula Bay, another high profi le Wanaka subdivision.

Maungatua Contracting has developed a reputation for ski-fi eld work, something it has carried out for nearly



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40 years, says Robert.“We were involved

in the development of the access road at Treble Cone in 1975 and have carried out all the development work at the ski fi eld since then, such as daily road maintenance and snow clearing during the ski season and summer maintenance.”

The company recently won a similar contract for Cardrona ski field on the outskirts of Wanaka.

In f r a s t ruc tu re and r o a d i n g w o r k s f o r Queenstown Lakes District Council are other services it provides, says Robert.

“One o f the g rea t thing about being general

contractors is that we keep our options open and our team interested with a wide variety of work.”

There are around a dozen permanent longstanding employees in the company, with the balance of its 26 staff made up of transient and casual workers.

“Over summer we pick up quite a few people

who come to Wanaka and Queenstown for the skiing and ski work.”

Robert says he is happy to have the next generation of the Duncan family join him and Lynette in the business.

“They have rea l ly modernized our operation, and it’s great to be working together as a team.”



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“It has been a fast track process with the design s t age comple ted once construction was underway. A close working relationship with Jason & Acton Smith as owners has allowed us to meet and adapt to their requirements as the project has progressed.”

The Naylor Love team started on site in January, with the store handed over mid-November.

Land issues caused one of the project’s early challenges, with a poorer land quality requiring structural changes the store’s external drainage.

Pouring the massive post-tensioned concrete slab for the Mitre 10 MEGA in

sub-zero temperatures in the heart of winter was another challenge for the Naylor Love team.

Morgan states “the site team led by Site Manager Tom Glover & Forman Bruce Harris have been instrumental in the success of this project working through difficult winter conditions including mud, snow and ice to bring this project together right on programme and to a very high standard”

A huge amount o f logistical planning has gone into the build programme to provide access to H and J Smith and its team of Mitre

10 MEGA Queenstown staff around 10 weeks before handover to enable them to start fi tting out and stocking the retail store.

“ T h i s a c c e s s w a s carefully planned with all stakeholders at the start of the programme, which has made it a reasonably seamless exercise. We communicate daily with the Mitre 10 MEGA team to ensure a logical progression of this process.”

Completing these works concurrently has enabled the new Mitre 10 MEGA store to start trading within a week once handover is complete.

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Love and the developers has been a key factor in the delivery of the new

Mitre 10 MEGA Queenstown store,

says project manager Morgan Stacey.

Wi t h a r o u n d 8 0 0 0 square metres of retail space, drivethrough, trade centre, garden centre, café and office space, this is a sizeable development for

Queenstown. Since opening business appears to be booming with Mitre 10 Megas wide range of stock appealing to the residents of the Queenstown Lakes

District“We are proud to be

associated with the milestone Mitre 10 MEGA team on this important project for the region”. Morgan went on to say “we are also pleased to have developed a relationship with Mitre 10 MEGA as a supplier to our projects in the region, including stage one of the prestigious Five Mile project we are working on nearby.”

Some of the o ther upcoming projects to be completed by Naylor Love Central Division include the new Pak ‘N Save and Remarkables House a multi-story commercial office development at Remarkables Park Town Centre.



Pat O'Sullivan Ltd

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D i r e c t o r M i c h a e l Woodcock says the company has a “fair bit” of commercial work coming up, as well as numerous residential projects on the go.

“It’s looking good for another busy year.”

Michael has been with the company for 19 years and two years ago became a director alongside fellow directors, Chris O’Sullivan and his son Brad O’Sullivan.

It was nearly 61 years ago, back in 1955 that Chris’s father Pat started the business.

“We’ve been around a long time and have a reputation for delivering good service and quality workmanship. The company has grown quite a lot over the last decade. When I started there were four of us, now there are nine.”

Michael says the firm was proud to be the main plumbing contractors at ILT Southland Stadium when it was rebuilt after a devastating snowstorm caused the roof of the main stadium to collapse.

“It was great to play a part in getting the facility back up and running. The project was pretty challenging and one of the largest we’ve been involved with.”

Pat O’Sull ivan Ltd recently completed plumbing

Pat O'Sullivan deliver good service and quality workmanship.

A strong commercial construction market

in Invercargill is good news for one

of Southland’s oldest plumbing and

drainlaying fi rms, Pat O’Sullivan Ltd.

works for a new building at Invercargill Airport, which incorporated public and staff toilets, and a smoko room.

The firm has recently started works at Invercargill’s new Farmlands building, and has “various other commercial buildings” on the go, says Michael.

“We’ve also been doing quite a bit of rest home

expansion work, which has included providing drainlaying and plumbing services for new units at Bupa’s rest home at Riverton.”

The team is currently plumbing a large extension to Clare House Rest Home and dementia unit in Invercargill, w h i c h e n c o m p a s s e s around 40 new rooms and

apartments.“We expect to have a

crew working on this large project on and off for much of the year.”

M i c h a e l s a y s P a t O’Sullivan Ltd works under contract to a number of large building firms, including ABL.

“We compete with other companies in the tender market, and I wouldn’t like to say we have the run of it, but we enjoy good, longstanding relationships with a number of local fi rms.”

New home construction and renovation work also keeps the Pat O’Sullivan Ltd team busy.

“For the las t three or four years we have also held a Housing New Z e a l a n d m a i n t e n a n c e contract as subcontractors to Dunedin Housing and Maintenance. We look after all the maintenance for the department’s housing stock down here.”

Septic tank installations and effl uent fi elds for new

Exterior of the new building at Invercargill Airport

The new development at Invercargill Airport has been a signifi cant recent project for Pat O'Sullivan Ltd

The large new extension to Clare House Rest Home in Invercargill is the fi rm's current major project

New public and staff bathroom and smoko room facilities at Invercargill Airport plumbed by the Pat O'Sullivan Ltd team

homes outside the town boundary is another serviced offered by the fi rm, he says.

“We probably do around half a dozen projects a year and are approved installed for AES septic tanks.”

Pat O’Sull ivan Ltd covers a wide geographical area for residential work, including Queenstown, Te Anau and Milford Sound, but tends to stick closer to Invercargill when it comes to commercial projects.

Michael says the skill and

versatility of the company’s team, which includes six tradesmen, two apprentices and a labourer, helps to set it apart.

“ We d o n ’ t h a v e crews dedicated to either drainlaying or plumbing as all our guys are trained to do both.”

The three directors are also proud of the family-run fi rm’s long history, he says.

“To be entering a seventh decade in business is a pretty good achievement.”



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Dynamic Drainage has an extensive vehicle fl eet to support its operation

“Dynamic Drainage digs the trenches, and the new company, Canterbury Underground Services installs all the services, such as power, water, fi bre and telecommunications. B e t w e e n t h e m t h e c o m p a n i e s c o v e r everyth ing f rom the

A partnership arrangement with a new sister company,

has allowed Christchurch

drainlayers Dynamic Drainage to offer a full package, when it comes to service installations for

new homes.

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package of services under one roof.

“Our clients are really taking it on board, as it means they don’t have to engage a lot of different contractors to get the work done.”

Within the last few months Dynamic Drainage has also shifted into a new purpose built facility

boundary to a new home,” says Grant Wooster, director of Dynamic Drainage, and a partner in the new fi rm.

The arrangement was launched in November and Grant says he has already received “excel lent” feedback from clients, who appreciate being able to access the whole

at the Izone industrial park in Rolleston, a move driven by the company’s rapid growth since the Canterbury earthquakes.

“We’ve tripled in size since the earthquakes so were in need of some extra space. The new building incorporates our offices and allows us to house our entire fl eet of trucks and

diggers overnight, which is something I’ve always wanted to do.”

Grant es tabl ished Dynamic Drainage in 2007, and now employs a team of 15 highly experienced certified

drainlayers, who deliver “exceptional service”, he says.

Around 75 percent of the fi rm’s workload is drainage projects for new housing.

The balance of the

company’s portfolio is made up of septic tank installations and upgrades, and a small amount of light commercial drainage work.

After the earthquakes, Dynamic Drainage stayed largely focused on its core business providing drainlaying services to the new residential market.

This work continues to keep the firm busy, alongside septic tank projects.

The light commercial market is a smaller part of the operation, although Dynamic Drainage will be providing drainlaying se rv ices fo r severa l new warehouses being constructed at Izone this year.

“We’ve got plenty of work to keep us busy. Overall I’m very happy with the growth of the company and our new d i r e c t i o n a l o n g s i d e Canterbury Underground Services. Things are going great guns.”



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Todd Mudie

Group manager Glenn Cormack has been with the group almost from the beginning, when Todd Mudie, an interior plasterer by trade, decided to take on the mammoth challenge of s ta r t ing a bus iness which would provide the community and himself with opportunities in the years ahead.

“The g rowth f rom

Its' game on for award winning fi rmFrom small

beginnings 15 years ago, Todd Mudie Group is now an award-winning

industry leader when it comes to providing interior and exterior plastering, painting,

tiling, non slip surface solutions

and associated services to the

South Canterbury market.

a small firm employing a couple of staff, to a signifi cant South Canterbury employer with around 48 professional tradespeople spread across five companies is pretty

extraordinary,” he says.Growth has been driven

by increased demand in the South Canterbury region for quality-focused services, and Todd Mudie’s ability to adapt

to market needs and take opportunities as they have come along.

“It’s been a great journey thus far and the goals our team have moving forward

will be very exciting,” says Glenn.

In 2014, the group’s sustained growth and high quality business practices and service were recognized

at the South Canterbury B u s i n e s s E x c e l l e n c e Awards, when it took out the Construction Industry Category, the fi rst plastering group to do so.

The Todd Mudie team hard at work on another residential project



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“Winning the award was a real bonus for our management and onsite teams as it recognized the huge effort everyone puts in to achieve the high level of service and quality we strive for. It was a huge honor.”

The group is recognized for its ability to provide quality on-time interior and exterior finishes and solutions through its different companies – Todd Mudie Plastering (interior stopping and coving; GIB supply and installation); Elite Plaster Coatings (Sto exterior solid plastering and cladding systems); Todd Mudie Tile Installation (interior and exterior tile installation); and Central Floor Safety (non-slip safety solutions, coatings, matting, stair nosings and citrus cleaners).

The group has also recently established a “very talented” painting division, which carries out interior and exterior painting on new homes.

“Each divis ion has a dedicated operat ions manager, who guides projects from start to fi nish. We only use products from leading manufacturers and can offer expert technical assistance and advice.”

Glenn says residential work provides the bulk of Todd Mudie Group’s workload. However it is also engaged on commercial projects, and has a few jobs currently underway in this market.

“We’ll take on jobs of any size, from the interior stopping of a door handle hole on Nanna’s wall, to providing a full start to fi nish of services for a multi-million dollar home. A lot of trades won’t touch the small stuff. But it’s all part of our service.”

Todd Mudie Group covers a wide area from its Timaru base, incorporating Oamaru, Twizel, Methven and Ashburton.

“It is a huge area. We work directly with many fantastic private clients and around 56 qual i ty building companies and architects, who we have built relationships with over the years.”

Having a wide range of complementary services in-house means Todd Mudie Group can offer a total no stress service to its clients.

“The effi ciencies start in the earliest stages of a project, as we are able to price up all the different services at once from builders’ or clients’ plans. There are none of the normal tradespeople delays or waiting for different trades

to come back with quotes.”Todd Mudie Group can

project manage everything from gib installation, interior and exterior plastering, to painting and tiling services for its clients projects, which removes additional stress for the client, says Glenn.

“When one team is finished, we program our next service to come onto the job site without any hassles. We also have group alliance contractors such as electricians or plumbers for projects when required.”

Another advantage of having so many services under one roof is that clients can access as few or as many

as they want depending on their project.

“Quite often clients will engage us to provide one service, then ask for a quote from one or more of our other divisions.”

Glenn says the Group is equally focused on providing industry leading customer care and communication, offering guaranteed start and fi nish dates, and regular progress updates.

“One of our key focuses for 2016 is working with our teams to exceed our clients expectations of high standards of quality and service we have become known for. Our managers

have weekly meetings so we can keep innovating and striving for trade excellence, they then communicate with their teams about where we’re heading and the company’s goals for the weeks and months ahead.”

Much of the company’s growth has occurred over the last seven or eight years, when it first started GIB supply and installation work.

“Around fi ve years ago we added the tiling and exterior plastering divisions, with the latest addition being our painting company, which started about 14 months ago. Interior plastering used to be our main focus, but now our work is pretty well spread across all our divisions.”

Todd Mudie remains at the helm of the company as CEO, and Glenn Cormack, who like Todd, is an interior plasterer by trade, oversees all the different companies as group manager.

Glenn was heavi ly involved in the onsite work

himself, so has a complete understanding of every aspect of the groups services and workload specifi cs.

He says the firm has made a positive start to 2016, with a busy January and strong bookings ahead to March and April.

“January is usually one of our quieter months but this year we were busy as soon as we got back. The workload for 2016 is looking very good.”

G l e n n a n d h i s management t eam a re s t r o n g l y f o c u s e d o n sustainable and manageable growth as the group’s market share in South Canterbury continues to grow organically.

“It is definitely our goal to challenge the norm this year. We are always exploring ways we can offer extra service and add value to our clients projects, so in 2016 and beyond it is game on for the team at Todd Mudie Group.”

Quality workmanship is a hallmark of Todd Mudie Group

Another modern bathroom project completed by the Todd Mudie team

Todd Mudie staff.



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James Craw Ltd

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Sealing a private three-kilometre racetrack for Australian IT billionaire David Dicker on his remote property in North Canterbury was one of JCL Asphalt’s most unique and satisfying projects of the last year, says owner James Craw. “We had already completed some work at the property and were asked back to work on the track, which will be used to test prototypes that are being designed and built to be as fast, or faster than a Formula 1 car.”

The fi rm utilised its full-sized Vogele 1603-3 asphalt paver on the project, which is capable of handling any sized job, says James.

“This machine has a 7.5 metre screed, allowing us to complete the sealing of the race-track in one pass.”

JCL Asphalt is a surfacing specialist, with most of its work providing chip seal and

asphalt surfacing.It also has its own fully

equipped construction crews who do the excavation, formation and base work for projects as required.

The firm is one of the post-earthquake success stories in Christchurch, growing rapidly from around 12 to between 60 and 65 staff, although this hasn’t been without its challenges, says

James Craw Ltd 'Raising The Standard"

James.“We have careful ly

p l anned and managed the growth through the introduction of new policies and procedures and having the right people in the right jobs. Building a strong company culture is at the heart of everything we do, as we want our team to be proud of our brand and be keen to come to work.” He says the focus this

year is to continue developing the company culture and de l ive r ing the qua l i ty the company has built its reputation on after almost 12 years in business.

“Our motto this year is Raising the Standard, whether that is quality, service or health and safety. We are proud of our position in the market as a medium sized contractor, and work hard to preserve that.”

The firm has surveyed its entire work force, has a strategy team in place and holds regular staff meetings, to ensure everyone i s included.

“ We b e l i e v e t h e s e strategies set us above the average asphalt company, as we strive to maintain high standards of responsibility, p r o f e s s i o n a l i s m , a n d quality right throughout our organisation.”

James says JCL Asphalt is busy with a wide range of work, including footpaths, r e s iden t i a l d r iveways , commercial carparks, and roading.

“We’re still fi nishing off quite a bit of SCIRT work, such as resealing of roads;

we work as a sub-contractor to several other leading fi rms; and are busy working on commercial carparks. Over the summer we’ve also been doing a lot of chip sealing work.”

Private tennis court replacements have been quite a significant part of the firm’s portfolio since the earthquakes and the fi rm continues to be busy in this market, with several club-tennis court projects also underway, he says.

Al though there are whispers in the market of fi rm’s tightening up and the workload slowing, James is confident JCL Asphalt

JCL Asphalt has fully equipped construction crews who carry out excavation, formation and base work for projects as required

A road sealing project in Prestons Rd

An aerial view of an Australian IT billionaire's private racetrack in North Canterbury which was a unique project for the JCL team

will continue operating at its current pace.

“I’m happy with the way things are going. Our workload remains consistent, and we are maintaining our current staffi ng levels.”

James says the company i s a l so p l ea sed t o be expanding its operations into the Southern Lakes District.

“We already have a couple of guys on the ground in Cromwell and have a few projects underway. We see the operation as a good complement to our Christchurch business, and are excited to start building relationships with new clients in the southern region.”



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Architect Kevin O'Brien

New Zealand hosts award-winning architect

Throughout last week, more than

600 people gathered to hear esteemed

Australian architect Kevin O’Brien speak at the Construction Marketing Services

(CMS) Design Experience Series events, which were held in Auckland, Christchurch and Queenstown on

Monday, Wednesday and Thursday

The Design Experience Ser ies br ings together market leaders and experts to showcase the latest trends, products and services in architecture, as well as inspire those in attendance.

O’Br i en , who was mentored by high profile New Zealand architect Rewi Thompson, runs Kevin O’Brien Architects (KOA). He was a Professor of Design at Queensland University of Technology from 2013 to 2015 and is taking up the same position at The University of Sydney later this year.

H e h a s r e c e i v e d numerous accolades – d i r ec t i ng t he F ind ing Country Exhibition as an official collateral event of the 13th Venice Architecture Biennale, Venice. In 2013, the project was awarded an International Architecture Award, and the Karl Langer Award for Urban Design from the Australian Institute of Architects.

In 2013 and 2015 the work of KOA received regional, state and national awards from the Australian Institute of Architects in the

categories of residential, educational, public buildings and urban design.

O’Brien’s work aims to bridge cultural differences in mainstream architecture. “My mothe r ’s s ide i s Indigenous and my father’s

side is fourth generation Irish Australian. I regularly visited the Torres Strait Islands and grew up quite close to that culture, and I also lived in Ireland for a while. I utilise aspects from both cultures.” O’Brien hopes his talks

Kevin O'Brien

insp i red New Zealand architects to begin from their own experiences and heritage, as a way of creating their personal understanding of architecture. “By doing this, you allow yourself to create something very unique, which I believe helps the world to be a richer place.

“As well as talking about some of the projects I have worked on, I spoke about my background and experiences, and my view of the world and how I have started to pull out the idea of ‘setting’. A setting brings people together, instead of forming fences and boundaries you make

settings for people to talk around - places for people to inhabit and experience,” he says.

There are further Design Experience Series events taking place in October, with a new high profile international speaker who is yet to be announced. The events will be held in Wellington on October 10, Tauranga on October 12 and Auckland on October 13.

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The directors, Alan and Jeanette Holman run a tight-knit business, with clearly differentiated roles, ensuring all necessary aspects are covered with the least

opportunity for error. It is an arrangement which has developed over many years of refi ning the process.

It started with Alan becoming a chippy some 40 years ago, and his training now allows him to handle a wide range of work, from new builds to repairs. In between is a wealth of bathroom and kitchen renovations; there were 17 bathroom builds last year alone.

The driver for this glut of bathrooms seems to be a desire for residents to upgrade their bathrooms. Jeanette says: “They’re

Holman Holdings works widely from Timaru base

Timaru construction fi rm, Holman

Holdings is a typical small New Zealand

business in the sector, working from a family base handling almost any work within its

region.

coming out of our ears.”Kitchens are also high

on the list of contracts, the main work being done by Alan with sub-contractors being appointed to complete the joinery. Decking plays a role in the output in another feature of Holman Holdings work.

Also in the mix is some insurance work – although Holmans has not undertaken a great deal of this, even after the so-called ‘Christchurch earthquakes’ spread their effects even as far as Mid-Canterbury and Timaru – much of which is picked up

from clients for whom it does maintenance work.

Like many small New Zealand building firms Holman Holdings gleans a good deal of its work by word of mouth, a sure sign of the more-than-satisfactory nature of its completions. Some work over the years has been gained through advertising – ma gazines, fl yers, brochures, letter-box drops – but Jeanette says little is gained from these sources; referrals remain the bulk of the undertakings.

T h e c o m p a n y i s currently “fl at tack” with its

workload, keeping Alan and the company’s apprentice and the contracted carpenters fully employed. Most of the latter have been working with the company for many years.

The workload spl i t between Alan and Jeanette is clear-cut; she does the bookwork, he does the building. He does some paper work – often over breakfast, making it a time saver – and also arranges the supply of materials, from

local suppliers.While the nature of the

business means much of the work is done around the city, Jeanette says it will go anywhere – “as far south as necessary “ – with work typically also being done in inland places such as Twizel.

A good deal of the load is in residential building, with some commercial contracts also being undertaken. A key factor, though, is that no job is too big, or too small.



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“Although we have been the Rockcote licensee in South Canterbury for 15 years a lot of people still didn’t know we did interior and exterior plastering or carried out natural and artifi cial stonework. It made sense to change to a name that covered all the different types of cladding systems and services we offer.”

B r u c e d i d h i s apprenticeship with the family fi rm that was started by his father Owen in about 1956. He bought the business from his father 24 years ago.

“Dad has been retired

Bruce Karton has changed the name

of his business from Karton Brick and Block to Karton

Construction Systems, which is more refl ective of the wide range of services offered by the Timaru

company, he says.

New name - same top quality workmanship

for several years but is pretty happy to see the business carry on in the family.”

There are currently more plasterers than bricklayers on the company’s team of 24 staff, but it is still doing plenty of block work and stonework too, he says.

“We do a lot of Oamaru stone and natural schist work, and have the license to lay imitation schist made by Alpine Stone in the North Island, which looks just like

natural stone.” On the plastering side,

Bruce says his team is enjoying working with the new suite of products from Rockcote, which includes Marrakesh, a fine-grained lime plaster that can be used for both interior and exterior applications, even in areas of high humidity such as bathrooms and wet areas.

“It’s a real breakthrough product, that can be tinted with mineral pigments to

achieve a range of colours and patina effects. It is starting to take off, particularly when used instead of tiling for bathrooms and showers. The product can even be used for sinks and benchtops.”

Other new Rockcote products include the natural Earthen clay systems, he says.

“Clay has been used in construction for thousands of years. It is amazing stuff as it is eco-friendly, breathes and has timeless appeal.”

Karton Construction Systems’ team is looking forward to the release of more new products being launched by Rockcote in coming weeks, including one that can make plaster look like “rusty iron”.

“There are lots of great effects that can be created with these systems.”

Bruce says Kar ton C o n s t r u c t i o n S y s t e m s p r o v i d e s s e r v i c e s t o commercial and residential projects covering a wide area, as far afi eld as Twizel, Tekapo, Fairlie and Ashburton.

“ We a r e c u r r e n t l y providing exterior Rockcote p l a s t e r ing se rv i ces to MacKenzie Lifestyle Village at Geraldine where we’ve completed around 50 houses so far and have another 80 to go.”

Karton Construction Systems also does all the Jennian Homes work in the South Canterbury region, and works for other local builders, such as Rickie Shore Building, Aorangi

Homes, Lone Pine Building, Nolan Building & McRaeway Homes.

“R e l a t i ons h ip s a r e important to us. Our longest standing is with Rickie Shore Building, who we’ve been tied up with since Dad’s day.”

The company has trained numerous apprentices over the years, and currently has around five apprentices on its team at different stages of their training.

Bruce says old-fashioned family values are at the heart of the company.

“My wife Lynette is a director, our daughter Kelly runs the office and her husband Leon is our project manager. Delivering great service and quality workmanship is what we are all about.”

The versatile team specialises in brick, block and stonework as well as plaster systems and often utilises multiple skills on its projects

Karton Construction Systems has been the Rockcote licensee in South Canterbury for 15 years

Exterior plaster walls provide the fi nishing touches to this stylish outdoor area

A stunning example of Karton's exterior plastering workmanship



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“We’ve s tar ted the year with a hiss and a roar, working mainly with private residential clients on landscaping and lawn projects but a lso with developers on new Blenheim subdivisions.”

I n F e b r u a r y t h e company started landscape cons t ruc t i on and so f t landscaping services for main contractor Crafar and Crouch Contracting on the new Taylor on Boulevard development.

B r e n t e x p e c t s t h e company to be involved with another couple of large subdivisions being developed in the town later this year.

He says it’s good for the fi rm to be focused back on its core business, which slowed down during the global fi nancial crisis.

“We took on a lot more local authority work during this period, but have let go of the regular maintenance contracts we held with the Council due to the resurgence in our landscaping, landscape construction and lawn work.”

As its name suggests t h e m u l t i - d i s c i p l i n e d B lenhe im company i s an expert in turf laying. However Marlborough Turf Professional’s expertise extends much wider to landscaping, water features, pav ing , cobb le s tones , f e n c i n g , s p r a y i n g ,

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maintenance, erosion control, irrigation projects, digger and truck hire, and full site development.

The company services a wide range of residential and commercial clients in Blenheim, Picton, Kaikoura and the Marlborough Sounds.

“We have just fi nished the p l an t ing and so f t

landscaping for the Picton CBD upgrade for Fulton Hogan, which went well.”

Othe r h igh -p ro f i l e commercial landscaping projects completed by the company in recent years include the Whitehaven Wines premises and all of the landscaping works at Ukaipoi, the award-winning

Residential work driving growth for Marlborough Turf

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Lawns, soft landscaping and irrigation works were among the projects carried out by Marlborough Turf at the Rangitane Cultural Centre in Blenheim

Rangitane Cultural Centre, developed by Te Rununga a Rangitane O Wairau Trust.

“We completed this job a couple of years ago but it’s really coming into its own now the plantings have become more established.”

A t t h i s t i m e o f year Marlborough Turf Professional’s team is also

busy with hydro-mulching spray on lawn, which has several advantages over conventional grass planting processes, he says.

“The application is fast and effi cient and the result is usually more effective than conventional grass seeding. We bought our own hydro-mulching machine a few years ago and have got the process down to a fi ne art.”

The process begins by mixing and agitating mulch, seed, fertiliser, bonding materials and water in the tank of the hydro-mulching machine. The resultant slurry

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“Wherever possible we use natural productsas an alternative to chemicals, and areconstantly evaluating our products andprocesses from the point of view of chemicalrisk. We also encourage our commercial clientsto think about how they could handle their wasteand recycling more ef�ciently, giving themincentives and ideas for doing things better.”

General external and internal domestic andcommercial cleaning provides the bulk of GreenCleaning's workload along with carpet andupholstery cleaning under its sister companyChemDry.

“We've held the ChemDry franchise foraround 12 years. It is the largest carpet cleaningcompany in the world, and although the namemight suggest otherwise, it also has a strongenvironmental focus.”

Since Darren established Green Cleaning in1998, the �rm has also moved into a number ofspecialised niche markets, including �ood and�re cleanups (under ChemDry); crime andtrauma scene cleanups; and meth testing andlab cleanups.

“Members of our general cleaning crew aretrained to industry standards to carry out whatcan be quite unpleasant, sensitive work,particularly when it comes to crime and traumasite cleanups. We would never force this workon anyone, but the special people in our teamwho take it on get satisfaction from helpingpeople at a dif�cult time.”

The �rm's external cleaning crew alsoprovides insect and spider proo�ng services

and vermin control around larger commercialand industrial buildings.

“Our service offering has become diverse.However the introduction of anything new hasbeen quite gradual over the years to ensurewhatever we took on, we could do it well.”

Darren arrived in New Zealand from the UK in1997, where he had run a similarly successfulcommercial cleaning business for 10 years.

“Both companies pretty much started outwith me, a bucket and squeegee doing windowcleaning.”

He says the cleaning industry in New Zealandhas become more accountable during the 18years he has been in business here, with morequali�cations and industry standards nowrequired, particularly around health and safety.

“These standards were already required inthe UK so I applied them when I started thebusiness here. What I thought to be normalpractice was considered exceptional in NewZealand which helped the company to standout.”

Most of Green Cleaning services are carriedout in the central North Island by its team ofaround 30 highly trained, experienced staff,however it operates further a�eld for specialistservices such as insurance work, meth testingand meth lab cleanups.

Darren expects another busy year in 2016,with December already booked up for windowand carpet cleaning.

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Wattle Farm Road

Wattle Downs, Auckland

Phone: Fax:09 268 8522 09 268 8422


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Managed by Bruce Cullington, recipient of the

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advantages a traditional retirement village

lifestyle can have for independent mature

people: less home and garden maintenance,

additional security, access to facilities rarely

found in a conventional home, and neighbours

of a similar age with which to enjoy them.

The village is flanked to the east by Wattle

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by an estuary teaming with aquatic wildlife,

Acacia boasts of the following facilities:

� 213 villas and 10 individual fully selfcontained apartments

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Owners , Trus tees , neighbours and many people who’ve helped make this development a reality will gather to celebrate and welcome whanau into their new homes.

The people moving into these lovely, light and warm homes might be new to the neighbourhood but some of them will have a long history with Te Whanganui a Tara. Sharing connections back to the original inhabitants of Te Aro Pā.

The original pā was on Wellington’s waterfront at what’s now the intersection of Taranaki and Manners streets. It was here their tupuna lived until displaced by a growing Br i t i sh settlement in the 1870’s. These landowners were later allocated reserves in Aro Valley (next to the current day Happy Valley landfill and wastewater treatment plant) and more recently swapped this land for the site at Evans Bay.

Almost 200 years later, it’s fair to say the journey home to Evans Bay has been a long and diffi cult one. The opening of this development is a historic moment that signals the start of a new era and something for its owners and the whole city to be very proud of.

Descendant, owner and Advisory Trustee, Holden Hohaia says, “The original

Old ties to new homes!Wellington’s Te Aro Pã papakãinga opens its doors

inhabitants of Te Aro Pā were Ngāti Ruanui and Taranaki Iwi and today’s owners are their descendants. My fellow Trustees and I are keen to see this new papakāinga as place for both descendants and the broader Taranaki Whānui tribes to live if they need affordable accommodation.”

The Trustees hope that over time the community of people who come and go in this papakāinga build on the shoulders of their tupuna to create a strong positive foundation for many generations to follow.

“When visions become a reality people become confi dent and trustworthy I bel ieve through the collective the future looks great. These apartments will inspire and lift all those who will live in them.” Says Taku Parai, Descendant, owner and Advisory Trustee.Ten three-bedroom units and four one-bedroom units, in two blocks separated by a shared garden, have been designed by Wellington architect Roger Walker. His brief was to design housing to support affordable, modern Māori living that looks great and feels like home.

“I wanted the homes to be sustainable and low maintenance, and take advantage of the community focus of a papakāinga and

refl ect the heritage of the owners. It was a challenging site, but such privilege to work with Te Aro Pa Trust to help them make the best use of their land.” Says Roger.

Mayor of Wellington Celia Wade-Brown says Te Aro Papakainga is a very welcome, affordable housing project . “The modular energy efficient design is an exemplar in the city,” she says.

L e d b y Te Tu m u Paeroa, many people have played a part in getting this development off the ground including Wellington City Council, Te Puni Kōkiri’s Māori Housing Network, Homestead Homes and Dwell Housing.

J a m i e Tu u t a , t h e Māori Trustee and CEO for Te Tumu Paeroa said “Developing Māori land is not easy, there are often mul t ip le owners wi th different aspirations which makes decisions harder and even more difficult to fi nance. This block has over a 1000 owners and was particularly difficult because of its history. This is an outstanding achievement made a lot easier because of the support of the Māori Housing Network and Wellington City Council.”

Māori Development Minister Hon Te Ururoa F lave l l suppor t s th i s

On Saturday 19 March Te Aro Pā papakāinga, at 312 Evans Bay Parade, offi cially opens its doors to fourteen, affordable new Wellington homes.

position, saying “Te Aro Pā papakāinga demonstrates the ability Māori have in creat ing their own solutions to housing needs in Wellington. I am pleased the Māori Housing Network is supporting whānau by letting them know what funding is available to them, while also offering expert advice, information and support to help improve their housing situation.”

On Saturday 19 March at 7am whānau, friends

and neighbours along with Mayor Celia Wade-Brown and the Hon Te Ururoa Flavell will gather for a blessing and unveiling of two specially carved pou that stand in the shared garden area. This will be followed by kai and waiata throughout the morning.

From 11am – 2pm, after the blessing, some of the apartments will be open to the public to walk through and take a look. Nau mai, haere mai! All are welcome

and we look forward to seeing you!

We’ve still got some apartments available for rent. If you or anyone you know has links to Te Aro Pā (the original Ngāti Ruanui and Taranaki Iwi of Te Aro Pā or are part of the broader Taranaki Whānui tribes) and might be interested in a new home, contact the property manager and social housing provider Dwell, www.dwell.org.nz

Te Aro Pã papakãinga



Thirteen students at Onehunga High School

are building a home for a family in housing

need, in partnership with housing charity Habitat for Humanity Auckland

and The Rotary Club of Onehunga One Tree Hill in a project called

Learning 2 Build.

The three-bedroom house, which is being constructed on the grounds of Onehunga High School, is the fourth built by students of the Building and Construction School since 2013.

Onsite Project Manager Ernie Meyer, of The Rotary Club of Onehunga One Tree Hill, says the students are enthusiastic and interested. “Rotary likes giving people a hand up, and working in our community with the community for the community. All Rotary Clubs have the motto ‘Service above self’, and this project has so many benefi ts for the students, the community, and ultimately the family who will be moving into the house. The students are building the house, not us – and the only way they’ll learn is to do it.”

Habitat for Humanity Auckland Executive Director Conrad LaPointe agrees. “We believe that building a house

Onsite Project Manager Ernie Meyer, of The Rotary Club of Onehunga One Tree Hill, and David Eastwood, HoD Building and Construction School, with 12 of the students currently constructing the subfl oor of the three-bedroom Habitat house

High school students build fourth home for families in housing need

Habitat for Humanity

is as much about the process as it is about the product. The students learn practical skills which will help them to obtain employment after they leave school, and at the same time, another family in housing need is being served.”

The students will build the house during the course of the 2016 school year, spending 12 hours a week onsite learning construction skills. In past years, students who have participated in the build have gone on to apprenticeships and polytechs for further studies, and the teachers have seen some wonderful outcomes in terms of improved attendance and increased grades for the students.

T h e B u i l d i n g a n d Construction teacher’s job has been my most rewarding role in 28 years of teaching,” says David Eastwood of Onehunga High School. “Watching students develop and grow in confi dence over the year, then move on to a successful career or future, is rewarding and fulfi lling. Some of the students who start in the Building and Construction School have less than impressive records at school, but this project gives them a new chance. The students become emotionally connected to the house build, and often see it as a life-changing experience.”

The house will be built to closed-in stage, then uplifted and transported to its “home site” for completion. Habitat’s programmes are “a hand up, not a hand out”, and the partner family who are selected for this house will complete 500 hours of “sweat equity” volunteering, as well as repay Habitat for the home over time, with support, and at an affordable rate.

Nathan Vaipa – Year 13

Vincent Aleki – Year 12 Vincent Aleki (age 16)

is in Year 12 at Onehunga High School. He lives in the suburbs of Onehunga and Mt Roskill with his family.

“I want to be a builder – probably just general carpentry. I like building, and I’ve wanted to be a builder right from the start. But I want to get an apprenticeship fi rst.

“This is my first year

working on this project. It’s better than sitting in a classroom writing. My family are happy that I’m doing this project and that I want to go for an apprenticeship next. They knew school wasn’t for me, and that I didn’t like writing and stuff. They pushed me to do this – otherwise I would have just dropped out of school. But I can put up with the other

school stuff for a year so I can do this project and get an apprenticeship at the end.

“So far we’ve used a hammer, square, nail gun, and drop saw. The other students are good – they also want to get the job done.

“I just want to get it done, too. I’m ready to work on all of it. It’s going to be a good experience.”

Nathan Vaipa (age 17) is in Year 13 at Onehunga High School. He lives in the suburb of One Tree Hill with his family, including fi ve of his seven siblings.

“I learned about this project from a mate who worked on last year’s house. I want to be a builder, but fi rst I want to get an apprenticeship.

“ I haven’t dec ided whether I want to do roofi ng or flooring or something

else, because I haven’t experienced it yet. That’s what is good about this project – that I can try all of these things. I’m up for anything!

“So far, my favourite thing has been doing the bearers. The other students are hard workers, and I like being outside and doing hands-on work. Mr Meyer and Mr Eastwood are good teachers.

“I didn’t know I had to be smart to do this! I find maths the easiest out of all the school subjects, and you need to know maths to measure the wood, cut the wood… When I started school, other students used to say the construction students were not the best, not the brightest. But now that I’m experiencing it, it’s a different story. My family is proud of what I’m doing.



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While Jeep itself may be considering producing an offi cial Wrangler Ute on the next generation Wrangler, American Expeditionary Vehicles (AEV), which has been producing extreme versions of the Wrangler for more than two decades, has produced its own Wrangler based Ute called the Brute. New Zealand Jeep importer, Fiat Chrysler New Zealand, has worked with AEV to bring this unique and uniquely capable vehicle to New Zealand, with the fi rst cars in dealerships now.

“There is no doubt

that Kiwis love their Utes, the sales figures clearly reveal that,” says David Smitherman, Chief Executive Offi cer of Fiat Chrysler New Zealand. “With this vehicle we can offer something no other Ute can match: It’s a Jeep, with everything that means from off road ability to unique styling and design. AEV have an exceptional reputation for the quality and integrity of their design and construction, so while Jeep Wrangler Brute Ute may not have come down the production line as a Ute, it is and has everything that would be expected of a Jeep, a fact proven by it earning a Chrysler Design Excellence Award.”

American Expedition Vehicle has both the ultimate and ideal combination of American homes to the produce the Jeep Brute Ute. The company was founded in

Montana, where conditions are tough, vehicles have to be dependable and the spirit of the Wild West lives on. But while AEV vehicles are designed and developed in Montana and clearly bear the imprimatur of the state in which they were conceived, they are born into the world in Detroit and “Motor City” has clearly ensured that all AEV vehicles are built to manufacturer standards

Based on the four door Jeep Wrangler, the Brute Ute takes the Wrangler’s chassis and extends it by 59 cms ahead of the rear axle

to extend the wheelbase and another 41 cms in the rails behind the rear axle to extend the rear overhang so as to provide the additional length for a useable Ute box. The entire passenger space is retained, providing comfor table space for five people, and is sealed with solid steel stamped body panels identical in construction to original body. The design even retains the original freedom panels, which are removable for an open air driving experience.

The Brute’s 153 cms by 155 cms injection moulded, co red compos i t e load compartment is not only stronger than steel but also considerably lighter and non-corrosive. A skid resistant coating protects the bed’s interior and four integrated tie-down anchors keep cargo securely in place. With 25 litres of integrated water

storage, built in recovery points, and heavy-duty mandrel bent steel tubing, the versatile rear bumper offers superior load bed protection for the Brute both on and off road.

Tu c k e d b e l o w t h e Brute’s load bed is a hidden under mount tyre carrier to securely hold the spare wheel. A hand operated winch al lows for easy lowering and removal of the spare wheel when required.

The AEV DualSport Suspension Systems fi tted to the Brute Ute manufacturer-level approach to suspension

engineering, creating a true dual purpose suspension system that is extremely capable off-road, while also offering unparalleled performance and handling on the road.

The Jeep Wrangler Brute Ute is available in New Zealand based on the Sport and Rubicon specifi cations, both powered by the award-winning 209 kW Pentastar V6 engine matched to a fi ve speed automatic gearbox. The Sport has the Command Trac four wheel drive system with shift on the fly low range part time four wheel drive with a 2.72:1 low range ratio. The Rubicon has the Rock-Trac four wheel drive system with a 4.0:1 low range ratio.

Over the Sport, the Rubicon, as befi ts a vehicle named after one of the most famous off-road routes in the world, the Rubicon Trail, has

Jeep

You Brute Ute, Jeep!It’s the Jeep that fans of the legendary brand have spent years calling for, the version of

the Jeep Wrangler that Jeep itself says it’s considering for the next generation of Wrangler, but it’s here, now in New Zealand: A Jeep Wrangler double cab Ute.

a Dana 44 heavy duty front axle, the extra low range gearbox ratio, Tru-Lok front and rear electric locking differentials, body protecting Rock Rails, an electronically disconnectable front anti-roll bar for extra axle articulation and automatic headlights.

The Jeep Wrangler Brute Ute Sport has a recommended retail price of $114,990 excluding dealer delivery and costs, while the Rubicon version has a recommend retail price of $124,990 excluding dealer costs and delivery. They are both covered by a three year/100,000 km warranty.

“We do not expect the Brute Ute to spend much time in showrooms, given the unique nature of this vehicle and these special

launch prices which do not reflect the changing value of the US dollar,” says David Smitherman. “This is the vehicle Jeep fans have been calling for and now

Technical Specifi cations of the Jeep Wranger 4dr Brute UteStandard Jeep Wrangler Unlimit-

ed four doorAEV Jeep Wrangler

Brute UteKey Diff erences

Wheelbase 2947 mm 3530 mmOverall length 4751 mm 5486 mmLoad bed length x width N/A 1550 mms x 1530 mmsGround Clearance 220 mm 273 mmApproach/depart angles 35/28 degrees 57/32 degreesKerb weight (1) 2073 kg (Sport) 2449.3 kg (Sport)Max Towing Capacity 2300 kg (Sport) 1588 kg (Sport)Fuel Capacity 85.2 litres 85 litres

OTHER DATAEngine Pentastar V6 petrol engineCapacity 3604 ccPower 209 kW at 6350 rpmTorque 347 Nm at 4300 rpm

(1) Note that the weight difference is not accounted for by the conversion from the existing 4dr to Brute Ute, these two vehicles have near identical weights. The additional weight is the additional equipment, such as

wheels, tyres, suspension and other modifi cations to complete the Brute Ute package.

Additional equipment fi tted to the AEV Jeep Wrangler Brute Ute• 61" X 60" Cored Composite Bed • Stamped Steel Cab Closeout• Double Cab Hardtop • Double Cab Rocker Guards• AEV Double Cab Rear Bumper • AEV Water Pump Kit• AEV Under Mount Tire Carrier • AEV 3.5" DualSport SC Suspension• AEV ProCal • AEV Jack Base• AEV Badging • AEV Instrument Cluster• AEV Logo Headrest • AEV Serialized Build Plaque• AEV Premium Front Bumper • IPF 901 Off -Road Lights• AEV Front Skid Plate • AEV Winch Mount• Warn Zeon 10-S Winch • AEV Heat Reduc� on Hood• AEV 17" Alloy Wheels • BFGoodrich 35" Mud-Terrain Tires

it’s in New Zealand. We are expecting fans to be climbing every mountain and crossing every river to get one. Not to mention after they have bought one!



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