We are the national voice for solid fuel home heating in New Zealand. Since 1985, the New Zealand Home Heating Association (NZHHA) has championed professional training, clean energy, and safe heating practices. Whether you’re a homeowner, technician, manufacturer, or council partner – we’re here to ensure that every fire installed, sold, or serviced is done right.
About NZHHA
Powering Safer, Smarter Heating Across New Zealand
Our Mission
NZHHA exists to lift the standard of solid fuel heating across the country.
We offer professional development, certification, and advocacy that supports a healthier environment, safer homes, and a sustainable industry future. We work with local councils, government agencies, and industry bodies to shape responsible regulation and cleaner-burning technology.
Our focus is simple
Promote renewable heating
Back qualified professionals
Protect householders and the environment
We believe in doing the job properly, and backing those who do too.
Quality Work, Backed by Experts
We stand behind the professionals who do things right. From installation to maintenance, we champion those who take pride in quality workmanship and uphold high standards.
Safe, Clean & Compliant Heating
We promote heating solutions that are safe, efficient, and meet New Zealand’s compliance requirements, ensuring better air quality and healthier homes for all.
Trusted, Skilled Professionals
Our members are trained, tested, and continually supported, giving homeowners confidence that they’re working with people who know their craft and are held to account.
A Responsible, Low-Carbon Future
We guide the industry toward cleaner energy and lower emissions. Through leadership and advocacy, we help ensure the sector plays its part in a sustainable future.
Executive Committee: 2024–2025
President
Graham Sharp
Vice President
Pieter van Leeuwen
Executive Committee Members
Jason Hague-Smith
TechnicianWarren Hellier
ManufacturerPrakash Sonar
ManufacturerKingsley Holdaway
RetailerBronwyn van Roon
RetailerOur Constitution & Code of Ethics
Our constitution outlines the rules and structure of the New Zealand Home Heating Association (NZHHA), including its purpose, membership, governance, and meeting procedures.
To perform all contracts fairly and faithfully, recognising the role of industry in contributing to the comfort and safety of the public.
To maintain the highest standards of business practice and courtesy.
To make every effort to resolve complaints through fair and reasonable negotiation and to abide by any decision reached by an Arbitration Committee or Inspector appointed.
To further the interests of the Association at all times and to be loyal to its aims and objectives.
To apply the rule “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you” in all relationships.