Insight (31 August 2014) – The realities of Auckland

Sep 3, 2014 | News

David Zussman, CEO of Monte Cecilia Housing Trust, a leading provider of emergency housing in Auckland says demand from homeless families is becoming overwhelming. Read the article here. Listen to the programme here.

Labour’s plan to end homelessness

Sep 2, 2014 | News

“Labour believes that homelessness is not a lifestyle choice. That’s why we will take action to provide more emergency housing so vulnerable New Zealanders are not left to sleep on the streets or in their cars. Read more on Scoop here.

Weymouth symbolic of Government’s housing success

Aug 27, 2014 | News

“This project is a flagship of the Government’s housing policies because it moves away from state housing to community-owned social housing, because it was the first Special Housing Area under the Auckland Housing Accord which allows the fast-tracking of...

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...

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...