Kiwi Build
KiwiBuild 'horribly inefficient and unfair on taxpayer' - developer
An Auckland property developer says he doesn't believe change at the top will make any difference to the KiwiBuild programme, because there's not one "sexy solution" for the housing sector. Audio
KiwiBuild houses sitting unsold in Canterbury
Another KiwiBuild development backed by taxpayer money is failing to generate buyer demand - prompting more calls for Labour's flagship programme to be dumped.
Uncertainty over KiwiBuild's ability to deliver a risk - advisor
A senior mortgage advisor is warning that the government's flagship KiwiBuild project is in danger of becoming worthless if it can't deliver.
KiwiBuild 'a broken promise' - Bridges
The government has broken its flagship election promise on Kiwibuild and the Housing Minister should resign, National Party leader Simon Bridges says. Audio
Twyford's credibility questioned over changing answers on KiwiBuild
Analysis - The credibility of the Housing Minister is on the line after a week of shifting stories about a key element of KiwiBuild.
KiwiBuild interviews not worth Housing Ministry head's time - Twyford
The Housing Minister says he doubts it's worth the time of the ministry's chief executive to front up to media about KiwiBuild when it relates to "minor operational details".
Prefab industry at tipping point in wait for government reforms
The prefab industry says it's at a critical tipping point, as it waits for the government's promised building reforms to get underway.
KiwiBuild: Taxpayers may have to foot the bill for losses
There's been plenty of debate about the progress of KiwiBuild, but underpinning the programme is a commitment for the Crown to take the financial risk as an incentive to get developers on board.
First home buyer: KiwiBuild anomaly locks people out
A prospective KiwiBuild buyer has highlighted what she sees as an anomaly with the KiwiBuild criteria, preventing her and others from achieving the dream of home ownership.
KiwiBuild woes turning into fodder for opposition
Analysis - Rubbing salt in the KiwiBuild wound for Housing Minister Phil Twyford is the fact it's given Judith Collins the chance to attack him even before the political year is properly under way.
Twyford: KiwiBuild boss' absence an unwelcome distraction
The Housing Minister says the employment dispute involving the head of the KiwiBuild unit is an unwelcome distraction, but won't impact on the rollout of the flagship policy. Video
KiwiBuild chief executive's absence raises questions
Mystery continues to surround the absence of KiwiBuild chief executive Stephen Barclay with the Housing Ministry rejecting reports he's resigned. Video
Housing crisis reality overshadows KiwiBuild dream
Analysis - There were two big housing stories this week, two quite different approaches to them and one clear signal where the government's focus lies, writes Guyon Espiner.
Twyford: KiwiBuild owners 'a slice of middle New Zealand'
Housing Minister Phil Twyford is defending KiwiBuild against criticism over new buyers' maximum income levels. Video
First look at Onehunga KiwiBuild apartment plan
The first apartments for KiwiBuild buyers to purchase off plans under the government's pitch to private developers have been revealed in Auckland.
KiwiBuild: Phil Twyford and Amy Adams - in their own words
The rush to register interest in a KiwiBuild home is on, with thousands putting their names down on the first day.
Govt to impose max income cap on KiwiBuild buyers
The government will impose a maximum income cap restricting who is eligible to buy a home under its KiwiBuild programme, RNZ understands.
KiwiBuild: Govt signals interest in prefab manufacturing
Prefab manufacturing of housing will be a "game changer" in New Zealand, Housing Minister Phil Twyford says.