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Northland property still booming, but slowdown on the cards

Property prices in Northland have risen more than anywhere else in NZ.

State housing development in Hamilton delayed by several years

Kāinga Ora is warning completion date for Hamilton housing complex may move again.

Experts welcome FMA 'stop' on Flat Bush 50% return scheme

"The industry as a whole benefits from this type of market regulation," Mark Francis says.

Prices rising as more Kiwis are already living beyond their means

Kiwis have taken on more debt and are saving less now.

Landowner to sell Ahipara section as occupation clocks up six months

Occupiers hoping for "positive solution" in the next two months - but can stay all winter.

Eventual 'slums' or much needed homes? Govt buys two plots for 80 homes

More than 80 new homes for the homeless at two new sites. But what do locals think?

Simon Bridges' $3.9m Tauranga home flops at auction

Politician's family home still on the market - but at a fixed price.

Risks for RMA rejig as Govt delays legislation

Resource Management Act reform pushed back.

GDP preview: Is the economy still strong?

Strong GDP growth in late 2022 will provide a solid foundation for tackling inflation.

Housing crisis: 'Highest priority' households rise from 3 to 258

Homeless charity says just three of its clients have found permanent homes in three years.

House sale numbers, prices slide: REINZ's forecast for what happens next

When did the market turn? Late 2021, according to Westpac.

Inflation Nation: Why the cost of living is rising and what we can do about it

The pandemic triggered the return of inflation, now war has amplified the price pain.

Liam Dann: Inflation is now Ardern's biggest problem

"It's not our fault" is not a sustainable political strategy, even if it is largely true.

Rates rises of the rich and famous: Auckland billionaire's $248k bill

If you're dreading your next rates bill, take a look at what rich Aucklanders are paying.

High-density housing law threatens thousands of historic homes

About 6500 Auckland houses could be stripped of heritage protection.

Christchurch rush: 344 offers for 37 units in one day

The unbuilt units don't even come with car parks or garages.