Housing plan: Winners and losers

Aug 27, 2014 | News

The National Party’s proposed home loan subsidies could help many young people into their first homes – although experts warn that the extra money will also push up house prices. Experts canvassed yesterday believe the proposed looser rules will have more...

Greens propose to fund WOF tests for all rental homes

Aug 27, 2014 | News

Announcing another of the Greens’ social policy priorities today, co-leader Metiria Turei said the Greens would advocate paying local councils $8 million a year for inspectors to check every rental property at least every three years, and more often for homes...

One down, 12 to go says Community Housing Aotearoa

Aug 27, 2014 | News

CHA Director Scott Figenshow says the sector has been set a big target of creating 15,000 affordable homes over the next six years, and the momentum needs to continue with a commitment of resources for a dozen more similar developments throughout the country. Read the...

Member Profile: Accessible Properties

Aug 26, 2014 | Member profiles

Accessible Properties is a growing community housing organisation. General Manager Andrew Wilson shared with us some of its achievements and initiatives together with the organisational infrastructure strengths it possesses, which enable it to steer a clear course...

The Real Housing Crisis

Aug 25, 2014 | News

Pop up activities such as street theatre and displays will occur throughout West Auckland, accompanied by a social media campaign highlighting peoples housing stories. On Wednesday, 6pm, September the 3rd , at Hub West, 27 Corban Avenue, Henderson, there will be a...

Debating the future of Auckland’s housing

Aug 25, 2014 | News

The debate’s topic “Market forces or bold policy? Achieving affordable quality housing in Auckland” will allow voters to hear representatives from five of the main political parties outline their plans to address the Supercity’s on-going housing issues. Read more on...

Housing under National: the Facts

Aug 25, 2014 | News

2. The residential rebuild in Canterbury • Only 2,000 houses have been rebuilt in Christchurch when the earthquakes destroyed 11,000 and CERA says 31,000 more are needed in the Canterbury region by 2021. (Christchurch City Council) • Rents are up nearly 45% and house...

National applies band-aid to housing crisis

Aug 25, 2014 | News

“House sales to first home buyers have collapsed as a direct result of the Government’s failed housing policies, and now they are offering up a sticking plaster. Read more on Scoop here.