Housing
Showers and washing machines for homeless open in Porirua
The mayor of Porirua says being clean is a human right, as a new shower and washing machine service for homeless people in the city opens. Orange Sky Aotearoa is expanding its service into Porirua… Video, Audio
Cyclone Gabrielle: Hawke's Bay families battle uncertainty, emotional toll
On the anniversary of Cyclone Gabrielle, thousands of people will wake up in marae, at friends' houses, in campervans and cabins. But not at home.
Tax changes needed to boost build-to-rent sector - Kiwi Property
The commercial property developer is urging the government to make tax and investment rule changes to boost build-to-rent developments and help with the shortage of affordable housing.
Critics say Wellington's District Plan lacks ambition
The Independent Hearing Panel in charge of the city's Plan have been accused of conservative, regressive decision-making that will make new housing even tougher to get built. Audio
Community want more support as thousands of homes set to be built
Residents say they're worried about increasing anti-social behaviour in the suburb.
Environment minister, Chch mayor to discuss city's housing density
Christchurch's mayor will travel to Wellington to discuss halting housing density plans in the Garden City.
Point Chevalier locals concerned over lack of services for vulnerable people
Point Chevalier locals fear major housing developments, including Kāinga Ora homes, are going ahead without community facilities and support for vulnerable people.
About a month ago a man, thought to… Audio
Profitable housing resales rise for the first time since 2021
Homeowners getting a return on their investment is up for the first time in two years, as the market continues to recover.
Aroha Shelford
For some Maori in Te Tai Tokerau home can consist of tents, old milking sheds or a simple cabin. To respond to the need for better homes, a housing expo is being launched today at Waitangi. Several… Audio
$1 reserve for Hawke's Bay beachfront property: What's the catch?
A listing for a piece of land on a Hawke's Bay beachfront selling for $1 reserve is generating interest from all over the world.
Central Otago Lakes property prices soar
The New Zealand property market is showing newfound vitality in some areas, but particularly in the case of Central Otago Lakes.
In the latest data from realestate.co.nz, the average asking price in… Audio
New home consents fall by a quarter following bumper 2022
A big drop in applications to build new homes reflects a slowdown, says a senior economist, but the fall comes off a record peak.
'Vulnerable' Kāinga Ora tenant died in unit, lay undiscovered for days
Tairo Puangi could not be buried on his family plot in Rarotonga because of how long it took to find his body.
Advocates push back as wealthy suburb blames Kāinga Ora block for crime
Businesses say they've traced 40 incidents back to nearby apartments.
Migration boosts housing market in main centres, but not a lot
The housing market is experiencing an underwhelming uptick to start the year, new figures show.
Work and Income case manager tells client to 'go rob a bank'
Sajay Singh was told to "shut up" and that he shouldn't be "fussy" during a call about accommodation. Audio
Kāinga Ora pushes ahead with Nelson development
It is expected to provide up to 36 homes across two three-storey buildings - but locals are concerned about who might move in.
Auckland business group blames crimewave on Kāinga Ora residents
The Parnell Business Association says unruly behaviour from Kāinga Ora tenants in the area have gone unchecked.
Auckland backyard shanty town ruled 'compliant' by council
The owner of a West Auckland property with a makeshift shed built from plywood picked up from a construction site to house illegal immigrants may be allowed to keep the structures after all.
West Aucklanders gather at former flood evacuation centre
Tomorrow will mark a year since many West Aucklanders were fleeing their homes as a month's worth of rain fell across the city in less than an hour.
Some were able to stay with family or friends… Audio
