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BCAs anticipate that the increase in productivity and reduction in assessment frequency will compensate for a planned change in accreditation fees.

Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

8 months ago

New Zealand Building Authorities to receive updated assessment timelines to boost efficiency

In a move to enhance efficiency within New Zealand's construction sector, the Government announced on 12 March that Building Consent Authorities (BCAs) will...

International Space Station: A prototype research facility created in Christchurch, New Zealand, is set to be launched into orbit aboard ISS. (Photo: NASA)

Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

1 year ago

NZ-developed research facility to join International Space Station

A prototype research facility created in Christchurch, New Zealand, is set to be launched into orbit aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The project...

The proposals also address ways to enable small and community-scale renewable electricity generation.

Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

1 year ago

MBIE seeks public input on renewable electricity consenting improvements

The Ministry for the Environment and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) have invited the public to provide feedback on proposals aimed...

Councils collect the Building Levy and retain a 3% fee to cover administrative costs. Minimal financial impact for councils is expected over the next three years, as the reduction in the fee should be offset by reduced workload.

Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

1 year ago

MBIE seeks feedback on building consent cost reduction proposals

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is requesting feedback on proposals to lower building consent costs and improve regulatory services using surplus...

The FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 will kick off on 20 July, and the opening match will be held at Eden Park (Image: FIFA)

Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

1 year ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 to boost tourism, education, and international relations

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment of New Zealand (MBIE) has revealed that it has worked closely with other government organisations to develop...