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Harditex didn't cause leaks, appeal court hears
The group of 144 homeowners appealing their high court loss against James Hardie are trying to relitigate the entire case, the building product company's lawyers say.
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Ousted director sells shares for $2.15m
Nearly four years after being removed from two Christchurch companies, a former director is not giving up his legal battle, despite complying with a court order to sell his shares last week.
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Homeowners appeal James Hardie leaky buildings case
The high court accepted a building system that relied on good luck, not good management when it ruled Harditex cladding was fit for purpose, the court of appeal was told today.
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Fletcher cleared to buy timber stores and manufacturing plant
The Commerce Commission has cleared Fletcher Distribution to acquire six timber stores and a Hastings frame and truss plant