PremiumPremiumConstructionProperty Insider: Apartment ‘hell’ in new series; magic behind early highway fix; Chinese exodusOwners spent about $15m trying to fix The Ridge apartments: it's stripped out, empty.05 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionThe prominent Herne Bay residents opposing Watercare’s sewer plansBusiness people, investors and many others cite reasons to stop sewer project proceeding.03 Feb 09:00 PM
EconomyResidential building consents fall from all-time highJust 80% of consents result in construction now, down from 95% previously: one estimate.02 Feb 01:11 AM
New Zealand'They’re building a ghetto': Residents unite in opposition to Kāinga Ora's plansA meeting of 80 residents has agreed the proposed development is too intense.01 Feb 11:00 PM
ConstructionAuckland rents up 5.2pc, average $662/week: Barfoot & ThompsonLatest jump is the biggest rise since 2015 when rents rose 7 per cent.01 Feb 02:03 AM
New ZealandMSD warns incoming minister of rising number of Kiwis on benefit, more increases likely'We are seeing increasing complexity in clients’ needs.'01 Feb 01:22 AM
PremiumPremiumConstruction'Where is the money?' Creditor of Auckland house builder asks questionA subcontractor complained he was owed more than $80,000.01 Feb 12:55 AM
Official Cash RateAnnual household living costs increased 7 per cent - who was hit hardest?The cost of living is outpacing inflation - up 7 per cent. But there is good news.31 Jan 10:52 PM
New Zealand'Unfair': Kāinga Ora tenants singled out over crime complaintsKaianga Ora tenants are not responsible for all crime, say advocates.31 Jan 09:14 PM
New ZealandAuckland backyard shanty town ruled 'compliant' by councilImmigration NZ urging overstayer tenants to make contact to look for best way forward.31 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandSkyrocketing insurance for apartment owners: Treasury admits 'knowledge gap'Treasury is undertaking a nationwide survey of apartment owners.31 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance'Perfect storm': Built hundreds of new homes, now ceased trading'The company hasn't made a sale for 12 months' - Garry Shuttleworth.31 Jan 02:13 AM
New ZealandDunedin prepares for 10pc population increase over next 30 yearsDunedin is preparing housing developments for a sustainable future.30 Jan 09:47 PM
Construction'Break-ins, bad behaviour, wilful damage' - Parnell business v Kāinga Ora tenantsA state housing agency boss says Kāinga Ora has heard nothing from the lobby group.30 Jan 03:51 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeProperty Insider: Kāinga Ora under fire; Chinese developers ‘shrivel’; why mega-projects are late and costlyInvestigation findings on the state housing agency will be reported to ministers in March.29 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOfficial Cash RateProperty investment: How buyers are reacting to change of govtNew mortgage lending to investors fell to a decade-low for a December month in 2023.29 Jan 04:54 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeMayors in France battle AirbnbFinancial Times: MPs to vote on empowering local govt to set quotas on short-term rentals.28 Jan 05:30 AM
New ZealandAuckland backyard shanty town ruled 'compliant' by councilThe council was told the tenants will be moved from the property over the next fortnight.27 Jan 09:57 PM
PremiumPremiumConstruction‘Thank Christ it went that way’: Racing boss on scaffold collapseTwo $1m races, one $1.5m race to be run tomorrow night: upgrade showcases years of work.25 Jan 11:03 PM
New Zealand'It's frustrating': Consents granted for builds on known flood plains in AucklandOver 1400 new house consents have been issued on flood plains since the Auckland floods.25 Jan 09:02 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance$1.2 million property borrower sues Westpac over threatened mortgagee saleThe case cited information from a bank whistleblower, said to show internal discussions.25 Jan 03:35 AM
New ZealandFire investigator says Matauri Bay house fire deliberately litSomeone reportedly broke into the lounge and started the fire.24 Jan 11:47 PM
InvestmentNew record for first home buyers share of marketDecember was the first time the group out-bought other buyer groups.24 Jan 07:06 PM
New ZealandCultish symbols, mannequin parts, debris: The haunting state of a once-proud Auckland golf clubLocals are said to be "grieving" after seeing the state of the Gulf Harbour Country Club.24 Jan 06:23 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeHow housing market could react to new Reserve Bank movesConsultation on new mortgage lending restrictions ends on March 12.24 Jan 02:30 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionProperty Insider: Timing of planned tenancy law changes tipped'War on landlords' set to be reversed with law reform. But precisely when, landlords ask.23 Jan 01:20 AM
New ZealandHe's running for council, but doesn't want your voteThe candidate has taken unusual measures to advocate for an important topic.22 Jan 07:40 PM
New Zealand'Sinking feeling in my puku': Last development on protected side of Te Mata PeakHastings District Council prohibited the development of land in this area in 2022.22 Jan 01:25 AM
New ZealandMana Ahuriri plans new homes for former railyard land know as 'gravel pit'The land was set for big-box retail. The new plan is for housing.21 Jan 02:39 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeState tenants' soaring debt: one man owes $48k in rentTotal arrears have risen by 800 per cent since 2019 to $21 million.19 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance'Final pay, don't delay!' Sacked ELE workers to Deloitte receivers in Queen St protestReceivers 'well aware many ex-ELE workers experiencing financial and mental hardship'.19 Jan 03:15 AM
PoliticsMinister demands action from Kāinga Ora over thousands of empty state homesThe public housing waitlist numbers more than 25,000.18 Jan 04:17 AM
New Zealand‘Stellar end to the year’: Two-year high for house sales in Hawke’s BayOwner-occupiers and first-home buyers the 'most active groups' during December.18 Jan 01:47 AM
ConstructionHarvey Norman revenue falls in spending downturnConsumers are being more cautious about investing in their homes, the company says.17 Jan 09:45 PM
