http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.bonded.co.nz en-us Thu, 12 Nov 2026 02:22:02 +1300 Rocketspark http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/post/171741/nz-construction-employment-where-the-sector-sits-in-october-2026/ New Zealand construction is coming out of the 2024-25 downturn. Recovery is there, but it is still uneven.For anyone running a construction business, here is a snapshot of where things are in October 2026. We’ll look at both residential and commercial construction works.... Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:37:16 +1300 http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/#post171741 http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/post/171489/the-2026-general-election/ New Zealanders will be at the polls on 7 November 2026 for our general election. The result will shape the tax settings, regulation and infrastructure spending that affect every business in the country for the next three years.Bonded NZ does not endorse any political party or candidate. This newsletter article is a short, neutral summary of what the main parties are campaigning on, so you can make an informed decision. We've linked to each party's own site so you can read their policies in full.... Mon, 12 Oct 2026 14:08:10 +1300 http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/#post171489 http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/post/170578/which-projects-in-auckland-are-being-fast-tracked/ Since the fast-track process came into play in 2024, Auckland has seen several projects moving through the Government's infrastructure approvals regime.The fast-track process is a pathway to speed up housing and development by streamlining sign-offs and securing consents faster. Projects can be listed outright or apply to be referred, and a panel then assesses each one and decides whether it gets fast-tracked.More than 45 Auckland projects are now undergoing the process, whether listed, referred... Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:57:12 +1200 http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/#post170578 http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/post/170085/protect-your-business-from-cyber-threats-with-bonded-nz/ Cybercrime isn’t just a problem for big corporations. According to research, 53% of SMEs experienced a cyber threat in the first half of 2025.Small or mid-sized Kiwi businesses with limited cyber protection resources are among the most vulnerable, and one ransomware attack can stop a business trading for weeks.At Bonded NZ, we’re at your side with the right protection. The Cyber Ultra from NZI is one of the covers we can arrange to help you manage cyber-attacks.... Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:11:15 +1200 http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/#post170085 http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/post/168900/nz-housing-market-stabilises/ Renowned independent economist Tony Alexander’s latest monthly survey shows that the housing market is showing some promising signs, even if it’s far from a genuine recovery.In an article for OneRoof, Alexander’s survey covers households, businesses, landlords, investors, agents, and mortgage brokers. He has run a separate NZHL Property Report comprising a survey of 287 real estate agents.Let’s break that down.... Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:36:26 +1200 http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/#post168900 http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/post/168754/infometrics-assessment-on-nz-economy/ New Zealand's economy may be turning a corner, according to Infometrics' latest forecasts. However, recovery comes with a big caveat: fuel prices need to stay down.The leading economics consultancy firm is now forecasting economic growth to hit a four-year high of 2.7% by the middle of next year. Chief forecaster Gareth Kiernan says to TVNZ that the outlook remains highly sensitive to overseas geopolitical events and other things.... Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:24:50 +1200 http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/#post168754 http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/post/167879/a-new-way-to-rent/ A 297-apartment complex in Mount Wellington has just been launched, making it one of the largest build-to-rent developments in New Zealand. The project is called Reiputa Apartments, and it’s the latest build from KiwiSaver provider Simplicity.Build-to-rent housing is a relatively new concept in New Zealand, and it refers to medium- or high-density housing developments exclusively for the private rental sector. Units are not for sale to individual buyers but owned by a single owner that’s typ... Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:51:11 +1200 http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/#post167879 http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/post/167829/a-review-of-the-government-procurement-rules/ The 5th edition of the Government Procurement Rules has been published following public consultation and has come into effect since December 2025.For agencies, suppliers, and businesses that work with the public sector, the changes could affect your business dealings. Here’s a quick review.... Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:47:34 +1200 http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/#post167829 http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/post/166680/councillors-weight-in-on-aucklands-housing-intensification-plans/ Auckland Council is deciding how much of its housing intensification plan to keep. Councillors were presented with six options, ranging from doing the bare legal minimum to preserving the original rezoning of Plan Change 120.The trigger for all of this was a Government decision to slash the minimum number of homes Auckland must plan for, from 1.6 million to 1.4 million. This led to a cascade of decisions about how far to wind back Plan Change 120, the rezoning plan originally designed to provide... Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/#post166680 http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/post/166681/new-zealands-budget-2026-surplus-ahead/ The government is betting on spending discipline, falling fuel prices, and a resolution to the Middle East conflict to uplift the country's books sooner than expected. The Budget now forecasts a surplus in 2028/29, making it a full year earlier since the December update."New Zealand is digging its way out of the post-Covid hole," says Finance Minister Nicola Willis."What sets this government apart is that it is doing so within a funding envelope that is affordable and responsible, while continui... Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:10:17 +1200 http://www.bonded.co.nz/blog/#post166681