Latest from Hong Kong

Stonewood Key’s John Chow on house building; Du Val-managed apartments suffer setbacks

'Our current focus is on finishing our existing projects': John Chow, Stonewood Key

HSBC hit by surge in Hong Kong property loan defaults

Financial Times: Bank has more than $4.8bn in exposure to defaulted loans in Hong Kong.

Property Insider: 'Terrific time to look at NZ' for $1.6b investor

Big investor says New Zealand has compelling opportunities.

Property Insider: ‘Wind pressure’ on Seascape; Du Val estimated to owe $250m; new Ikea roof

Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson explains what steps the council will take on the skyscraper.

$458m sale of Auckland’s Vero tower ditched: Year’s biggest property deal off

Skyscraper deal gets flushed after Hong Kong suitors don't progress.

Hero Hotham: Hamilton Boys' First XV coach heading to Hong Kong

Nigel Hotham will head to Hong Kong for a coaching role.

Man caught trying to smuggle 104 live snakes - in his pants

The man went through the 'nothing to declare' line when heading into mainland China.

NZ projects short-listed for World Architecture awards

Stadium, university, retail, home, spa, bach, marae, office buildings are all on the list.

Fire in large Hong Kong residential building kills at least five

The fire started at a gym on the first floor, local media report.

Should I fly to Europe via Hong Kong? Yes, and enjoy a cheap stopover too

From the iconic Peak Tram to stunning Star Ferry rides, discover the city on a stopover.

Rich list family member wins $12.8m damages in 24-year pursuit of lost money

Gold coins, Rolex and rare watches, 50 wrapped paintings, rare pens in British storage.

Can China save its stock market?

China's multipronged approach to boosting investor confidence isn't working.

Leo Lewis: Hong Kong’s Messi backlash says more about digital fandom than football

Financial Times: Meltdown a revealing moment for the game as global entertainment.

Chinese shares jump as Beijing steps up moves to boost sagging markets

China has redoubled efforts to revive its wobbling financial markets

China v Crusher Collins: Beijing lashes out over NZ position

The embassy has responded strongly to a joint NZ-Oz statement criticising China.

'Cold-blooded': Charges as police foil alleged $1.3m plot to smuggle reptiles

Police say criminal group allegedly tried to send lizards from Sydney to Hong Kong.