Tax, charitable organisations and community housing

Community housing entities may be entitled to a tax exemption on their income if their entity has been set up to provide housing or housing assistance for low income householders who may not otherwise be able to buy their own home. Go here to read more: FINAL...

New initiative set to reduce cost of building consents

In a flagship move, Thames-Coromandel District Council has recognised Lifemark’s certification scheme and amended planning regulations to allow larger dwellings that occupy a greater percentage of a section to be built if the design incorporates the Lifemark...

Auckland Unitary Plan recommendations made

The Unitary Plan aims to provide a single set of rules to manage how Auckland’s housing and infrastructure develops over the coming decades. It will also ensure that future growth is balanced with enhancing and protecting the things Aucklanders value most like...

Te Matapihi search for new manager

As the Manager of Te Matapihi you will need to have excellent relationship building skills, with the ability to negotiate and influence at the highest level. You will have an understanding of the Māori housing sector and a desire to see it grow. You will need to be a...