Māori Housing Network set up

The Māori Housing Network has been set up under Te Puni Kōkiri to support Māori-led housing initiatives and develop greater Māori capability in the sector.“Te Puni Kōkiri essentially becomes a one-stop shop to work alongisde whānau and lets them know what funding is...

Building consents hit eight year high

“The rate of new house build in Auckland remains strong. The 8615 consents issued in the year to August this year is the highest since 2007, while the 741 consents for the month of August is the highest number of consents issued in Auckland in any August since 2004,”...

Auckland money a temporary solution

“We welcome more spending on transitional housing, but we urge the government to address the root causes of homelessness in New Zealand,” says Moira Lawler, Lifewise General Manager. “Transitional housing and motel accommodation offers shelter for our most vulnerable,...
Housing affordability report released by Massey

Housing affordability report released by Massey

Over the period from June 2015 to August 2015, home affordability nationwide improved by 2.3%. Massey University senior property lecturer Dr Susan Flint-Hartle said this improvement has taken place in every region, apart from Nelson/Marlborough. Massey University Home...