Public Works Act 1981

Introduction

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"Keeping Public Places Safe and Well-Maintained"

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This law brings together and updates the rules about public works. You will find all the rules about public works in one place. This makes it easier for people to understand and follow the rules. The law covers things like roads, bridges, and buildings that everyone uses. It helps keep these places safe and in good condition. You can find more information about how this works by looking at the other parts of the law. This law is important because it helps keep your community safe and nice to live in. It makes sure that public works are built and maintained properly. You can learn more about the specifics of the law by reading the different sections.

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1: Short Title and commencement, or

"This law's name and when it started"

Public Works Act 1981

Reprint as at:
2025-10-22
Assent:
1981-10-03
Commencement:
see section 1(2)

The Parliamentary Counsel Office has made editorial and format changes to this version using the powers under subpart 2 of Part 3 of the Legislation Act 2019.

Note 4 at the end of this version provides a list of the amendments included in it.

This Act is administered by the Ministry for Primary Industries.


An Act to consolidate and amend the law relating to public works