About New Leaf Builders

Creating With Care, Building With Integrity.

Our Story
Begins at Home

At New Leaf Builders, we believe building should feel exciting, not overwhelming. What started as a small family business led by Tama and Laura Leaf has grown into a trusted Wairarapa team of skilled builders, apprentices, and project experts, all driven by the same goal: to build a better future for and with our community.

From new homes and renovations to light commercial work, we’re passionate about creating spaces that feel solid, welcoming, and made to last. Every project is personal to us because it’s part of the place we call home.
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Because How We Build, Matters

Because we build with people in mind.

We know a great build is about more than bricks and timber, it’s about trust, understanding, and clear communication. Whether you’re planning your dream home, refreshing your current one, or developing for your business, we’re here to make the process simple, transparent, and stress-free.

We bring together solid craftsmanship with a fresh, community-minded approach, guiding you through every step, celebrating each milestone, and building something you’ll be proud of.

Our values guide everything we do

Fostering enablement
We make the building process positive and inclusive, helping you feel confident and informed from start to finish.
People-centric
We listen, understand your needs, and make it easy to bring your vision to life
Trustworthy
You can count on us for quality workmanship, honest communication, and a team that delivers what it promises.
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New Leaf Builders Halo Guarantee
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You’re in Safe, Certified Hands

You deserve peace of mind when you build

That’s why New Leaf Builders are Licensed Building Practitioners and proud members of the New Zealand Certified Builders Association, backed by the Halo 10-Year Residential Guarantee.

Turning plans into loveable spaces


“Thank you Tama, Laura and all the team at New Leaf. I absolutely love my new kitchen you have done an amazing job!! I highly recommend to anyone looking at any building or renovation projects 🤩🤩🤩"

Angela Rose
Masterton

"I have been amazed every step of the way working with New Leaf Builders on my property. I needed quite a few niggly jobs completed during the process and nothing was too much of an issue. They were professional, the work was completed to a high standard and it was very reasonably priced too. I would recommend this team to anyone at any time, they were easily the best choice for builders in the Wairarapa."

Chelsea Shaw
Carterton


"New Leaf Builders worked with us on two building projects. Exceptional, personal service. Excellent workmanship. We were very happy with the outcome. Unreservedly recommend. Highly trustworthy and professional”

Peter Lee
Masterton


"Tama and his team are fantastic! They helped our Vendor with the sale of their property by rectifying a building issue in quick time and they handled the whole process. Highly recommend them for any of your building requirements.”

Bill McLinden
Masterton

"We have just recently finished an extension to our home in Masterton . The work was completed on time and within budget. I would fully recommend New Leaf builders to anyone wanting a quality building finish. Tama and Laura are an awesome team to work with whom employ great tradesmen. We are so pleased with the standard of finish provided by all including sub-contractors.”

Ray Wolff
Masterton


"Tama and team did an amazing job on my bathroom and soffits. I can’t recommend them enough.”

Nanci Lanoue
Masterton


"The team at New Leaf Builders are awesome! I love my new deck so much that I am now getting them to put in a new kitchen for me!! Highly recommended to all :-).”

Headstones Wairarapa

"Tama and his guys are amazing, cannot praise them enough. I had a bad leak in my kitchen ceiling, so I sent him a message, he came the next day to look at job, came the following Tuesday did the job, but also sorted the plasterer and painter for me so job was done in 4 days. I'm absolutely in orr of these guys. Great team working for them as well. I absolutely appreciate you guys and I'm very thankful to you 💛.”

Annette Sage
Masterton
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