Harditex didn't cause leaks, appeal court hears
Law & Regulation

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.

Greg Hurrell 08 Aug 2022
Ousted director sells shares for $2.15m
Law & Regulation

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.

Greg Hurrell 02 Aug 2022
Homeowners appeal James Hardie leaky buildings case
Law & Regulation

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.

Greg Hurrell 01 Aug 2022
Fletcher cleared to buy timber stores and manufacturing plant
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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

Greg Hurrell 29 Jul 2022