News & Updates

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Updated Changes to H1 | NZ Building Code

27 November 2025

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) updated the settings in November 2025 - for compliance with the energy efficiency requirements of clause H1 of the Building Code.

Warmer Kiwi Homes - 2025 programme expansion

5 August 2025

Insulation Basics

2 March 2022

Most New Zealand homes are under-insulated. Correct insulation installation to NZS 4246 and NZ Building Code H1 is critical - gaps, folds or damp can cut performance by up to 50%. Upgrading ceiling, floor and wall insulation improves warmth, energy efficiency, Healthy Homes compliance, and reduces condensation, mould and respiratory illness.

Significant Building Code update to H1 Energy Efficiency

2 December 2021

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has released the biggest energy efficiency changes to the acceptable solutions and verification methods in more than a decade.

New Residential Tenancy Act provisions

15 August 2019

The new Residential Tenancy Act provisions have come into effect from 1 July 2019.