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Stone is connection – to nature, to one’s place and to oneself.

Welcome to the New Zealand Stonemasons Association

The New Zealand Stonemasons Association (NZSMA) is the nationwide body representing stonemasonry businesses in New Zealand. We work with industry partners, councils and educators as a voice for the industry as a whole.


We are craftspeople, business leaders and artisans with a passion for bringing the shared knowledge and skill of this historic trade into the Association and into the future.


We promote our members who share our values of quality and excellence and also oversee standards and qualifications.


All to ensure a thriving stonemasonry industry in New Zealand.

About the NZSMA

  • I'm looking for a quality stone supplier

    New Zealand is geologically plentiful with quality stone suitable for stonemasonry available nationwide. 


    Here you can find our recommended 


    STONE SUPPLIERS

  • I need an accredited stonemason

    Our members have been vetted to ensure that they meet a high standard of quality and craftsmanship. 


    They meet a strict Code of Conduct as well as an extensive list of membership criteria.


    We are confident to recommend our members as proven artisans and craftsmen within their areas.


    FIND A STONEMASON NEAR YOU

  • ?Where do I find technical details

    Follow the link below for information on our recommended stone cladding solutions and installation. This information is suitable for architects, specifiers, designers, draftspersons, builders and stonemasons.


    VIEW DOWNLOADABLE RESOURCES  

  • ?Who can become a member

    If you have a business in the stonemasonry industry you are welcome and encouraged to apply for a membership to the NZSMA.


    Please read through our membership criteria and apply.


    BECOMING A MEMBER

  • ?How do I become a stonemason

    Qualification and training information is available here

View Free Resources Below

Best Practice Guide

Best practice in construction stonemasonry intended for stonemasonry practitioners, architects and designers.

Go to Best Practice Guide

Technical Solutions

A preferred solution for stone cladding. Compiled by some of the most experienced stonemasons in NZ.

Go to Resources

Training

Starting a career in stonemasonry? Are you in the industry wanting to get signed off on your Level 4 Certificate?

Learn more about Training
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