New ZealandGovt stumped as leaky home bill skyrocketsThe cost of the leaky building crisis has grown so "gianormous" that the Government has almost despaired of finding a solution.26 Feb 03:00 PM
ConstructionRich-lister's heritage battleOne of New Zealand's richest men is fighting a legal battle for his rights.25 Feb 03:00 PM
Interest ratesHome affordability improves in JanuaryNew Zealand home affordability improved slightly in January after a fall in median house prices more than offset a small increase in fixed mortgage rates.24 Feb 01:30 AM
Interest ratesHousing confidence rising, says ASBHousing confidence is on the rise in Auckland, while a new survey is showing growing uncertainty about tax changes and rising interest rates.23 Feb 03:00 AM
InvestmentBryers admits Blue Chip book keeping offencesBlue Chip co-founder Mark Bryers admits failing to keep accounting records in the lead-up to the collapse of his property empire.23 Feb 01:47 AM
New ZealandLeak victims claiming $1.6m for stigmaOwners of Ponsonby's 63-unit Blake Central are the latest to be blighted by the leaky-building disaster.22 Feb 03:00 PM
ConstructionGovt predicts boom year for house buildersBuilders will put up 18,000 to 20,000 new houses this year, according to a forecast.16 Feb 03:00 PM
New ZealandInsulation scheme plagued by poor workPoor workmanship has forced inspectors to double the number of random checks and introduce tougher penalties under the Govt's popular home insulation scheme.15 Feb 03:00 PM
New ZealandThe Mahina houseAn artist's impression of the Mahina house design for a possible property on Kawau Island.13 Feb 09:27 PM
New ZealandMulti-millionaire hacker buys Chrisco mansionA convicted German computer hacker is believed to be the secret buyer of the $30m Chrisco mansion.13 Feb 03:00 PM
New ZealandVotes split over 'Bond' projectA futuristic mansion worthy of a Bond movie is tipped to divide a small island community.13 Feb 03:00 PM
New ZealandPushing the urban boundariesWhere you'll live, what sort of house you'll have and how much it'll cost will be influenced by reforms that promise more affordable housing.12 Feb 03:00 PM