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Sandra Goodwin: Live in city's playground

Architecturally designed, timber-clad complex overlooks Wynyard Quarter's Daldy Park.

Leigh Bramwell: Head for the sea and sun

The warmth and relaxing atmosphere of Fiji can be enjoyed all year long.

Donna McIntyre: Lots of happy times to share

A great spot for boat watchers, writes Donna McIntyre.

Catherine Smith: Beginning of a new era

Rebuilding a home in a prime location took time and dedication, writes Catherine Smith.

Donna Fleming: Edition rewrites rules

Luxury apartments on design awards radar before complex has even been built.

Graham Hepburn: Blending old and new

Host a party in your very own ballroom in this stunning kauri villa, says Graham Hepburn.

Louise Richardson: Natural move to the west

Family loves living in the bush so this quiet rural area proves to be perfect.

Diana Clement: Prepare to cook up a feast

NZs obsession with outdoor eating that more homes come with fancy cooking contraptions.

Steve Hart: Agents face tougher regime

Real estate agents who fail to perform professionally will face tougher consequences.

Catherine Smith: A chip off the old block

Couple are building again beside their much-loved family home of many years.

Graham Hepburn: Vision becomes reality

Home was built to fit a favourite bush spot that is close to the beach.

Nick Goodall: Provinces' time to shine

Focus on current slowdown in Auckland, we lose sight with provincial property markets.

Steve Hart: Warm and dry: It's simple

A law change to help make rental homes warmer and drier is a step closer.

Construction in the blood

Inspiration from this owner's father drove the build of an energy-efficient home.

Kauri villa ripe for change

The family bought in a dance-floor deal and now it is time for an 'excuse me'.

Diana Clement: It's tough outside the box

Banks' tighter criteria is hitting an increasing number of would-be borrowers.

Luxurious unit will fire you up

Contemporary apartment is the last available in this Heritage-listed building.

Feeling of good vibes in prospect

Following a three-year search one couple found a home in a suburb they loved.