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Flood Repairs in Hawke’s Bay: Working Alongside Whānau

After Cyclone Gabrielle, many whānau across Te Matau-a-Māui were left carrying more than the visible damage to their homes. Floodwater had affected whare, belongings, services, access and routines. For some, the path back to a warm, safe and functional kāinga was not straightforward. Through the Te Puni Kōkiri Flood Repairs Programme, Manzis Build was engaged…

Working With A Builder For The First Time

If you’ve never worked with a builder before, it can feel overwhelming. There’s excitement, but also a lot of unknowns: timeframes, costs, decision-making, and how to keep everything on track.

The Future Of Building Quotes: Why Professionals Are Charging

Every day, builders get enquiries, sometimes several in a single morning. A kitchen here, a bathroom there, maybe an extension, new build or some maintenance.