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'Silver lining' of immigration: New house consents plummet, what might change that?

'For every three people coming into New Zealand, we need a new house.' - Mike Blackburn.

Film director v Millbrook Resort residents: land zoning fight hits court

Court told Millbrook residents: 'Not realistic to bank on the site remaining unchanged'.

Real estate agent fined $3000, censured for not disclosing wall dispute

'Important that a message of deterrence is sent to all licensees' - Penalty decision.

Supermarket giant in court battle over Eastern Busway extension plans

The supermarket is upset about possible parking issues during the major busway project.

Iwi react to plans for vast new Remuera retirement village

There are concerns about the plans blocking viewshafts to sacred mountains.

Cow-abunga: American surf park developer buying Dairy Flat cattle farm

Perfect waves, incredible experiences for surfers, families and kids envisaged at park.

Complainants get real estate agent censured, fined $1000 for property use advice

Complainant intended to operate an auto dismantling/vehicle parts business from property.

Holiday turnaround: Australian chain gets holiday park lease

Lease is for 48 years, land is classified as sensitive, across the road from beach.

'Accessible by boat or helicopter': Richwhite bach on Lake Taupō for sale

'Charming fisherman's cottage with three bedrooms, one bathroom' — and adjoining boatshed.

Plans to escape giant warehouse: Fonterra/Port of Tauranga JV seeks tenants

Intermodal freight hub expansion back in 2016 was hailed as a big leap forward.

IRD scathing of commercial and industrial property tax hike

The change flies in the face of the Government's commitment to improving productivity.

$5.4m starting price: Winton's new apartment plan for Wynyard Quarter

A new 12-level building is planned for the Pakenham St West/Daldy St corner.

'They're moving fast' - steel framing rises for NZ's first Ikea store

The framework for the giant store is now up to the second level of a planned three levels.

Property Insider: Who ate all the pies? Sacked Filipino worker finds new job

How to keep tradies on your site? Could a pie-dispensing machine help retain them?

Prof Deidre Brown wins Institute of Architects' gold medal

'She continues to make an astounding contribution to architecture in Aotearoa." - NZIA

How many people rent homes in New Zealand? Bond data shows all-time record

Rental bonds were lodged for 410,904 properties by November 1, Tenancy Services said.