New social housing units in Christchurch

Sep 23, 2015 | News

The one-bedroom units, which feature double glazing, wet-area showers and mobility scooter parking and charging areas, were officially opened today by Christchurch City Council at its Berwick Courts housing complex.They are part of 41 new units currently under...

New homes in Miramar

Sep 16, 2015 | News

The Miramar properties reflect a long-held commitment to provide quality housing that is accessible to those with disabilities and comes with a tenancy manager that helps coordinate any other required support services. “We make sure our houses work for our tenants,...

Makeover for old state homes

Sep 16, 2015 | News

Around 85 North Island state houses have been sent to Spring Hill since the programme started in 2008, and the idea has also been replicated at Rolleston Prison south-west of Christchurch to help with housing in the Canterbury region. Trained tradesmen oversee the...

Launch of Auckland Development Guide on October 5

Sep 10, 2015 | Events

It is a web-based tool that: • Provides information to support practical joint efforts among the private development sector, community housing organisations and the public sector to deliver affordable housing. • Supports the implementation of the affordable housing...

Local bill to pave way for Christchurch housing

Sep 9, 2015 | News

Christchurch City Council has today publicly notified the Riccarton Racecourse Local Bill, which will be introduced to Parliament within the next six months. The Bill seeks to change the Christchurch Racecourse Reserve Act 1878 and help pave the way for a proposed new...