Making affordable homes happen has Auckland launch

Oct 9, 2015 | Events

There was much interest in the information provided on the website and a very positive response. Auckland Council Deputy Mayor Penny Hulse says: “The availability of good quality affordable housing that meets the needs of all Aucklanders is an issue that has become...

Finance Minister’s speech on housing affordability

Sep 30, 2015 | News

“Twenty-five years ago, around 30 per cent of new homes coming into the market were priced in the lowest quartile. Another 30 per cent of new homes were priced in the upper quartile. Today, only 5 per cent of new homes are priced in the lowest quartile. Nearly...

Auckland’s quest for affordable housing

Sep 28, 2015 | News

This is a very good piece looking at the Auckland housing situation and the housing being created by some of CHA’s members and associates including CORT and the Housing Foundation. Hear and read more here.

Squalid rentals in Queenstown

Sep 9, 2015 | News

Tenants claim landlords are asking them to pay rents in cash, avoiding lodging bonds and failing to sign a formal tenancy agreement. Some rentals are being occupied by four or more people per room, with one property regularly housing more than 30 people. Tenants are...

Flexible purchasing

Aug 27, 2015 | News

The answers to the following questions are here: How are CHO’s and Housing New Zealand agreements are similar and different. Is the intent to create a level playing field? Is this the end of IRRS? Will all rent subsidy be handled through tailored agreements? Go here...