In a significant move to strengthen New Zealand’s building supply chain, the Government has officially approved the first tranche of over 90,000 overseas building products for use in the country. The approval follows recent changes to the Building Act , designed to streamline regulations, reduce costs, and improve access to high-quality materials.

Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk announced the development, saying the decision marks a “practical step in cutting red tape” and expanding the range of building products available to New Zealanders.

WaterMark Certification Now Recognised in New Zealand

At the heart of the reform is the recognition of Australia’s WaterMark certification scheme , a well-established regulatory framework ensuring plumbing and water-related prod

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