EconomyBuilding consents jump 10pc in FebBuilding consents issued in February jumped 10 per cent, after rising one per cent the month before.29 Mar 11:10 PM
EconomyReal estate confidence still weak, survey findsSome extra weakness is showing up in the residential real estate and investment market, the latest BNZ confidence survey has found.29 Mar 09:30 PM
InvestmentAllied investors in the roughShareholders in rural services company Allied Farmers stand to lose out over an estimated $24 million mortgage on the Jack Nicklaus-designed Kinloch Golf Club near Lake Taupo.27 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandLeaky homes a disaster and a $2b tax windfallRotting buildings are NZ's worst catastrophe, but the Govt is cashing in, says a study commissioned by the North Shore City Council.25 Mar 03:00 PM
ConstructionJudges back leaky-home owners over councilOwners in two townhouse complexes have been backed in drawn-out leaky-building repair battles with their council, which lawyers say may affect rates. 22 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandIt's the Lord of the LakesSir Peter Jackson has raised the ire of neighbours by starting work on a second lake at his fairytale Wairarapa estate.20 Mar 03:00 PM
ConstructionRichlister's fortune threatened by $19m golf course lawsuitHe is supposed to be one of the country's richest men, but a $19 million lawsuit could send venture capitalist Bill Birnie under.19 Mar 03:00 PM
OpinionPaul Thomas<i>Paul Thomas:</i> Wellywood gives celebrities more than they deserve19 Mar 03:00 PM
