New ZealandHeritage NZ ‘deeply disappointed’ by stripped protection for Gordon Wilson FlatsThe decision to delist the building has reignited the city's heritage debate.17 Jun 03:48 AM
New Zealand'Priority location': Govt announces 189 new homes for Rotorua'We’re backing community-led solutions to address the need here,' Minister says.16 Jun 09:57 PM
New Zealand'Ugly scar on the skyline': Derelict social housing block to lose heritage statusThe flats on The Terrace have sat empty since 2012 after they were found to be unsafe.16 Jun 08:46 PM
New Zealand'We won't be funding it': Roads for 8000-home development debatedThe development in Te Tumu is set to house 15,500 people when completed.16 Jun 08:41 PM
New ZealandHabitat for Humanity urges law change to unlock more affordable housingAlan Thorp says at the moment, councils are too scared the move isn’t legal.16 Jun 05:55 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldProtests in Europe as locals push back against mass tourismNew York Times: Protesters in Barcelona sprayed tourists with water on the Golden Mile.16 Jun 05:00 PM
Herald NOWAuckland Council approves 4000 new homes on floodplains since 2023Could we be headed towards the next leaky building disaster? Construction professor John Tookey from AUT weighs in as homes on Auckland floodplains continue to be approved.Watch15 Jun 07:21 PM
New Zealand'Beyond ridiculous': Neighbours almost sell 87-year-old's $800k home over $51k debtJohn Boardman faced losing his home for a body corporate debt he claims was a 'scam'14 Jun 05:21 AM
New ZealandSchool teacher living in 'principal's house' battles board over ending tenancyThe teacher was asked to move out to make way for a new principal. 14 Jun 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Deep, deep hole': Kiwibank economists call for more OCR cutsEconomists expect a 25bp cut next month or in August, with another by year-end.13 Jun 11:23 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNew solar rules to cope with four-seasons-in-a-day weatherThe Government has announced new rules to make rooftop solar panels more appealing.13 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandParents gaming system as top Auckland schools close rolls to out-of-zone pupilsSome schools have hired private investigators to identify 'fraudulent' applications. 13 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Auckland housing, Wayne Brown’s big plan and the silliness of the new speed rulesOpinion: Density is coming whether you like it or not and Wayne Brown has a bold new plan.13 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandSex in the city? Mayor defends removing homeless camp, cites offensive behaviourSix people were trespassed on Wednesday and four more on Thursday.12 Jun 10:12 PM
New ZealandHome sweet re-home for 80% of on-notice village tenantsNotice went to 39 people - most have already found new accommodation.12 Jun 10:06 PM
Interest ratesFinal big bank drops home loan rates after OCR cutWestpac announced changes to its six-month and one-year rates today.12 Jun 05:52 AM
PoliticsDefence Force's Waiōuru housing project fails to break ground Budget 2023 earmarked the thick end of $75 million for 50 new houses.11 Jun 11:30 PM
WorldWA housing crisis: 210,000 call homes unaffordable as rents soarRents soared 76% over five years, pushing tenants to outer metro areas.11 Jun 10:42 PM
BusinessHousing market stabilising as mortgage rates ease - Cotality62% of suburbs recorded flat or rising median values for standalone houses.11 Jun 09:25 PM
PoliticsWool carpets to be rolled out in state homesThe Government has overriden fears the taxpayer would be fleeced. 11 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Not fit for a dog': Gisborne tenant reveals harsh realities of rental huntGisborne's median rent on Trade Me in April was $680, the highest in New Zealand.10 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Not giving it up': Wagon battle with state housing rages onRobyn Dandy bought the wagon to honour her late grandson and fulfil a promise.10 Jun 08:29 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChris KnoxChris Knox: Why it's time to dump Auckland Council's property valuationsOPINION: Council valuations are a year old on release and don't reflect property values.10 Jun 04:52 AM
OpinionOpinion: Here are 4 ways to make your home feel warmer this winterNew Zealand faces its first major cold snap of 2025, stressing chilly homes.10 Jun 02:04 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGreens argue rich list proves case for tax. Act disagreesThe Greens say the growing wealth is evidence for taxing the rich more.09 Jun 11:50 PM
New Zealand'We want to stay': Deane pitches China cabin idea but homeless reluctant to leave CBDTiny Deane wants to import cabins from China to house the homeless.09 Jun 09:40 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyNew, never-lived-in Auckland apartment project up for mortgagee saleWFT Finance brought in a subcontractor to finish the apartments before calling Colliers.09 Jun 04:00 AM
New ZealandAuckland residential property values drop 9%, new CVs to be released this weekRates will rise by 5.8% from July 1, based on new valuations.09 Jun 02:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: 'No such thing as Māori funding' - what did Seymour mean and is he right?OPINION: Health? Education? When is targeting okay and not okay for Māori under this Govt?08 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandExcessive heat: Tenant quits lease after apartment hits almost 44CA laptop battery expanded and pot plants died within a day in the extreme heat.06 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay architecture shines at Te Kāhui Whaihanga awards Sustainability and resilience were key themes in this year's architectural awards.06 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMary HolmMary Holm: We came to NZ with nothing and managed to buy a houseOPINION: But it's not so easy for those with physical or mental health issues.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Kick in the guts': Christchurch Mayor on rejected housing planHousing Minister Chris Bishop deferred decisions on three more council recommendations.06 Jun 05:08 AM
New ZealandFunding to help Fordlands thriveUp to 145 youths join free sports activities every Monday at Bellingham Crescent.06 Jun 12:00 AM
