Chris Bishop.

Govt waters down Auckland housing plan again as bill introduced

"Our expectation is that this revised capacity number finally brings consensus on this important issue," said the Housing Minister.

Tue, Mar 31

Residents of Amberley Beach, around 35km north of Christchurch, were furious over the possible move.

Council proposes to move beach community amid sea level rise

The work underway at Amberley Beach, around 35km north of Christchurch, is quickly becoming a national test case.

Mon, Mar 23

Haumoana residents Ann Redstone and Arlo Armstrong are members of Te Awanga and Haumoana Focus Group.

$250m snub: Beachfront homeowners call for flooding protection 'fair go'

The $250 million is being spent in Hawke's Bay to stop rivers flooding homes - but beachfront communities say they want the same sort of investment for their homes.

Fri, Mar 20

First home buyers defy 'sluggish' housing market as sales fall again

First home buyers defy 'sluggish' housing market as sales fall again

New data released this morning showed the housing market has recorded back-to-back monthly sales declines for the first time in nearly three years.

Thu, Mar 19

NZ's biggest bank raises most mortgage rates

NZ's biggest bank raises most mortgage rates

Wholesale interest rates have risen in recent weeks amid global uncertainty linked to the conflict in the Middle East.

Wed, Mar 18

Second bank this week hikes mortgage rates

Second bank this week hikes mortgage rates

The changes followed a "significant" jump in wholesale rates amid global uncertainty.

Wed, Mar 18

Big bank hikes multiple home loan rates, citing increased costs

Big bank hikes multiple home loan rates, citing increased costs

There was relief for savers, however, as Westpac boasted its one-year term deposit rate was now the best among the five biggest banks.

Tue, Mar 17

How much should Auckland's housing stock grow by, and where?

Aucklanders grapple with housing intensification proposals

Auckland Council will be asking the Government to allow more housing density within 10km of the city, where there is good public transport and infrastructure.

Wed, Mar 11

An expert said property flippers saw it as a quick way to make money.

'It's quite deceptive': Complaint laid about the rise of property flippers

In a contemporaneous settlement, a property flipper often makes an offer with a long settlement period, and then finds another buyer to purchase the property the same day they have to settle, making money on the transaction.

Tue, Mar 10

First region to break the $900 as the accommodation shortage continues to fuel demand.

'Quite the jump': Rents hit record high in Queenstown-Central Otago

Red-hot region breaks the average of $900 per week for rental accommodation.

Tue, Mar 10

Photo: RNZ / Marika Khabazi

Dozens of Auckland homes compulsorily bought for flood relief plan

"It's bittersweet because for three years we were just stuck in this limbo," says one former resident.

Wed, Mar 4

Wall dent (file image).

Dents on a wall? Landlords, tenants puzzle over wear and tear rules

A "very small dent" or black mark on a wall. A Raro spill on the carpet. A broken mop and bucket. What counts as "wear and tear"?

Wed, Mar 4

February 2026
The Gordon Wilson Flats are now a step closer to being demolished.

Wellington council wants overriding power to strip heritage listings

The proposed changes would force local government to pay "regulatory relief" to private property owners for imposing planning restrictions.

Thu, Feb 19

Is NZ's inflation dragon back? Why today's OCR decision matters

Is NZ's inflation dragon back? Why today's OCR decision matters

It's new Reserve Bank Governor Anna Breman's "debut against the New Zealand inflation dragon", says ASB economist Wesley Tanuvasa.

Wed, Feb 18

Q+A's Whena Owen reports as insurance companies begin to pull out of towns facing flooding and seismic risk.

NZ's safest city from natural hazards, according to scientists

Insurance companies are in retreat from some communities deemed too dangerous to cover, so where is less risk-prone?

Mon, Feb 16

A file image of a man preparing to move house

‘Stress and dread’: Renters struggle as bond refunds take longer

A technology change has left some tenants wondering when they'll get their money back.

Thu, Feb 12

Tairua property owner with teetering house told his story earlier to 1News, prompting others to come forward.

Many homeowners fighting with councils over slips, Auckland woman says

Luci Harrison says she had to get a second mortgage to help pay for a retaining wall after her house was damaged in the Auckland Anniversary floods.

Wed, Feb 11

Coromandel resident considers court action to force council to play its part in remedial works.

Tairua property owner battles council over eroding hillside

When a damaged slope is partly owned by a local council and partly by a ratepayer, whose job is it to fix it?

Tue, Feb 10

In front of the former Farmers’ Co-operative building, where internal demolition has begun, are, from left, Hastings District Council growth and development partnership advisor Megan Gaffaney, Mike Walker Management Ltd director Mike Walker, Hastings Mayor Wendy Schollum, and Deputy Mayor Michael Fowler.

Historic Hastings Farmers' Co-op building demolished for housing

The $2.5 million development on Queen St West includes housing, commercial space and new public amenities.

Mon, Feb 2

January 2026
Queenstown, Central Otago.

Concern 'ghost houses' will 'hollow out' Queenstown

Data suggests more than a quarter of the district's properties are unoccupied at any given time.

Tue, Jan 20

The median rent dropped from $650 to $595 in the year to last November.

Wellington rental market recovery expected – 16% increase in demand 

The median rent dropped from $650 to $595 in the year to last November but that is anticipated to swing around as students return to flatting.

Sat, Jan 17

Finally ready to sell your house? Six ways to get the best price in 2026

Finally ready to sell your house? Six ways to get the best price in 2026

Properties are flooding onto the market right now and getting the best price for yours requires some smart strategising.

Sat, Jan 17

A granny flat (file image).

No-consent granny flats from today, but it's 'not a free-for-all'

"You can't just go and build something out the back," says the Housing Minister, while arguing that the easing of existing rules will still boost housing supply.

Thu, Jan 15

December 2025
NZ's largest bank increases multiple home loan rates

NZ's largest bank increases multiple home loan rates

Both ANZ and Westpac have hiked mortgage rates in recent weeks.

December 15, 2025

Radical changes are on the way for anyone doing building or planning work that requires a consent.

Govt reveals big consenting reforms, 'once-in-a-generation shift'

Radical changes are on the way for anyone doing building or planning work that requires a consent.

December 9, 2025