China overhauls consumer price basket, with never-before-seen unveiling of its composition
Beijing has for the first time revealed the intricate composition of China’s consumer price index (CPI) basket, and…
I’m stuck in a retirement flat with a £4,000 service charge
As experts warn leasehold homes sold to retirees are ‘terrible investments’, residents speak of being ‘ripped off’ with…
Kāinga Ora to sell Fenton St, Rotorua transitional housing site after $11m spend
Kāinga Ora spent a further $3m on renovations converting it into 30 transitional housing units able to cater…
Aging stormwater infrastructure could cause issues building more medium-density housing in Canberra
The ACT government wants to build more medium-density housing in Canberra suburbs to give residents more housing choices…
In a Park Apartment / L Architects
© Jovian Lim + 20 Share Share Facebook Twitter Mail Pinterest Whatsapp Or https://www.archdaily.com/1038540/in-a-park-apartment-l-architects Area Area of this…
Is 2026 the year New Zealand councils crack down on Airbnb operators?
They’re supposed to pay higher rates and abide by various rules and regulations, but many Airbnb operators don’t…
I’m on £100,000 and have £75,000 in savings but I feel poor
Rachel feels unable to buy a home, despite her high income and savings (Picture: Getty Images) Key Points…
Rotorua motels used for emergency housing found to lack consent
The council is now taking action. Under the District Plan, motels are consented for short-term visitor accommodation, not…
Wayne Brown defends surge in Auckland Council consultant costs
Said Brown: “I don’t want people twiddling their thumbs. We hire when the work is there. If you…
Whakatāne housing project faces Environment Court fight over Ōpihi urupa
The group says the ancient urupa is much larger than the fenced-off area adjacent to the development site…
Demolition starts on historic Hastings Farmers’ Co-operative building to make way for new housing
“Our population is increasing and this development builds on other commercial projects, helping to create a city centre…
Property prices expected to slow as forecast RBA interest rate hike dampens growth
Property prices have continued to rise across the country at the start of 2026, supported by affordable houses.…