Property
Auckland couple, companies fined nearly $1m for breaching foreign buyer ban
Judge rules that a real estate agent's experience, knowledge of the Overseas Investment Act and decision not to take legal advice makes the breaches reckless if not intentional.
How to resolve fencing feuds, while staying friends with the neighbours
Homeowners are advised to speak with their neighbours and agree on the work required before turning to formal proceedings.
Residents oppose development plan in prime Auckland location
Concerns focus on the strain the development in Half Moon Bay would place on the volume of traffic, parking, road safety and schools in the area.
Dispute over accommodation sours family's NZ study trip
Row shines a light on the need for visitors to exercise caution when entering private contractual agreements for accommodation in the country.
The future of Premier House: What you need to know
Explainer - Despite its $37m valuation it doesn't meet healthy homes standards. But is updating it necessary during a cost of living crisis? RNZ examines its past, present, and potential future use.
Rapid growth in number of people looking for rentals in last six months
A shortage of residential rental stock is reaching a crisis point in Auckland, with a more than 10-fold increase in people looking for accommodation in the past six months.
Demand for retirement villages outstripping supply
An increase in the pace of planning and development is needed to meet the growing demand for retirement villages, according to the latest research.
