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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government's Building Act overhaul

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government's Building Act overhaul

Update: 2025-11-26
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Leaky-home experts fear a proposed overhaul of the Building Act could leave unlucky home owners - apartment owners in particular - in financial ruin.

Under the new regime, liabilities are only assigned to the party responsible, and for many new buildings, a warranty will be required.

NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny unpacks the concerns further.

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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government's Building Act overhaul

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government's Building Act overhaul

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