hi guys, came across this from Branz`builders mate`in  Placemakers. I think they should start with all the `compliance` costs for all tradesmen. Costs for `Buying` a licence to work in the construction industry are out of control and I believe they need to be reduced/scrapped. Funny how it is the ` Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment` who are looking into it as the Minister rubber stamps all the rising costs in our trades. Look at all the costs for licensing/up-skilling/h&s courses then add g.s.t. to the cost of a house and you have very expensive, cheers
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Costs under scrutiny The government has begun work on a study of New Zealand’s residential construction costs. Prompted by reports of poor productivity, quality issues and costs significantly higher here than in Australia, the market study is aimed at finding ways to enhance New Zealand’s market competitiveness and productivity. The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment released an issues paper for industry comment and is now studying the responses it received


Linkback: https://www.plumbers.nz/pgdb-new-zealand-plumbing-gasfitting-and-drainlaying-board/30/costs-under-scrutiny/1521/

Are you suggesting Australia is more prosperous for a tradesman than the mighty NZ under the reign of Uncle John??

Surely not Integrated!!!

What it leaves is crime... Grow Drugs,Steal Cars,DPB, appear on police ten 7, it's there for the taking if you want it mate!!

The great kiwi lifestyle.

Be a skilled worker an get shit smeared all on your face is the message this govt and board is sending. Soon you won't be able to take a shit unless you have enough cpd points.