The Certified Builders Association of New Zealand Inc was established in 1998 to recognise and promote qualified builders. Unless the builder is trade qualified they cannot become a member of the Certified Builders Association.

"To provide New Zealand consumers with the assurance that our members are trade qualified builders who adhere to strict guidelines for standards of workmanship and business practice."

The Origin of the Association
The CBANZ was established in Tauranga in February 1998 by Craig Wilkinson, who gathered a group of builders together who were concerned with the direction in which the building industry was heading. They were worried that their trade was being undermined by those who had entered the industry without qualifications and reputation were subsequently giving the Industry a bad name.

Approximately 70% of all builders in New Zealand who make a living from the trade, are unqualified, or do not meet the criteria, or choose not to belong to a trade association. There was an urgent need to establish an association where trade qualifications were a prerequisite. The formation of our association will lead to the decline of non trade qualified builders operating within the Industry.

Support
Since the association was formed we have clearly identified a need for such a trade organisation. Builders throughout New Zealand have embraced the association as we provide for at last those who are trade qualified with recognition and promotion they deserve.

Our Aims & Goals
The formation of the Certified Builders Association of New Zealand Inc provides benefits for the builder and the consumer.

The fundamental aim of the Association is to promote the skill of its members, establishing a clearly identifiable level of competence, consistency and excellence for the building public and the profession. The consumer benefits from the knowledge our members are trade qualified.

"Those who are trade qualified will consistently perform to a great degree of competence than those who are not trade qualified".

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Why are we based in Tauranga
Tauranga, as we mentioned was where the association was formed. Whilst we are now truly a New Zealand wide organisation there is no need to relocate to a larger centre. Communication technology is such these days that one can now operate a business from any part of the world and still offer a fast and efficient service. Besides we think Tauranga is a nice place to live!

How the Association Operates
The Certified Builders Association of New Zealand Inc operates in accordance with the Incorporated Societies Act 1993. The affairs of the Association are governed by a Constitution and managed by an Executive Board. This board consists of a President, six Executive Members one of whom is the Vice President, two Executive Industry Members and a Chief Executive.

The policy of the Board is carried out by a management team lead by the Chief Executive and his staff.

Who can join our Association
Our Association membership is open to any Builder who meets our membership criteria. They must meet the Trade Qualifications as set out in our membership criteria. You do not need to be invited or nominated to join the Association as we feel it is your right to have your trade qualifications recognised and promoted.

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