Govt outlines plan to help rough sleepers into social housing
The Government has outlined a plan aimed at expanding the support available for people sleeping rough and helping…
Is a soft housing market really bad for New Zealand’s economy?
The Reserve Bank has trimmed its forecast for house price growth, and says the fact that house prices…
Maps reveal new Auckland housing draft, 15 storeys around rail links
Fifteen-storey apartment towers could soon rise around select Auckland train stations in keeping with new zoning plans councillors…
Govt to rewrite liability provisions in building consents reform
New changes to speed up a “sluggish” consenting system means councils will no longer be left “footing the…
Crews give tour of storm-damaged Tākaka Hill road
What does it take to repair a state highway? Local Democracy Reporter Max Frethey toured the damage on…
Govt making thousands more building products available for NZ use
The Government has opened the door for many building products from overseas to become available in New Zealand,…
Auckland scores poorly on international report
The recent report comparing Auckland to nine international peer cities delivered an uncomfortable truth: our largest city is…
Frustration grows over Auckland road works ‘mess’
Motorists are fed up with road works on a south Auckland road, which are expected to drag on…
Western Bay of Plenty nears deal for 40,000 homes, 35,000 jobs
The Western Bay of Plenty is one step closer to a sought-after regional deal to help deliver 40,000…
Average NZ property value sees ‘modest’ uptick in June
Property values in New Zealand have increased by 0.2% in June, according to Cotality NZ’s hedonic Value Index…
Canterbury council unlocks land for up to 17,000 homes
Land for up to 17,000 homes in the Waimakariri district will be unlocked — but there is no…
Govt presses for taller buildings around some Auckland train stations
The Government is allowing greater housing and development around some Auckland train stations, preparing for an increase in…