Housing Crisis
Why did MSD help families move into garages?
The Ministry of Social Development's National Commissioner Penny Rounthwaite says the South Auckland social worker didn't recall directing beneficiaries to slum landlord. Audio
Finance Minister dismisses Winston Peters complaints
The Finance Minister Bill English dismissed Winston Peters's criticism. Audio
Peters: Government needs to front up to housing realities
Winston Peters says Finance Minister Bill English should resign because Mr Peters says he hasn't dealt with the housing crisis. Audio
Wellington economist thinks Govt nowhere close to finding a housing crisis solution
Morgan Foundation economist Geoff Simmons reviews a busy week of political fiddling while the Auckland housing market continues to burn. Audio
Labour-Greens to launch homeless inquiry
The Labour and Green Parties are launching an inquiry into homelessness after their attempt to get a select committee to hold one was blocked by National Party MPs. Audio
PM responds to own comments about housing "crisis" 9 ye
The Prime Minister has been asked in Parliament why he was talking about a "housing crisis" when average Auckland house prices were about half of what they are now. Jane Patterson reports. Audio
PM forced to defend Government's housing plan
The Prime Minister has been forced to defend the Government's plan to deal with the housing crisis, while continuing to deny that there is any such housing crisis. Audio
Demand for community housing in Auckland is "overwhelming"
The Prime Minister John Key says the government's relocation grant for Aucklanders in social housing enables them to move somewhere that 'suits their lifestyle.' Audio
Govt social housing relocation scheme criticised - PM responds
The Government's scheme to pay state housing tenants and homeless people to leave Auckland begins today. Audio
Checking crucial claims on housing
When John Key said there were lots of homes for sale in Auckland for less than half a million dollars, the media checked. But claims about new houses being built weren't scrutinised, even after… Audio
Checking crucial claims on housing
When John Key said there were lots of homes for sale in Auckland for less than half a million dollars, the media checked. But claims about new houses being built weren't scrutinised, even after…
Audio'If that's not a crisis, then what is?'
With 43 families currently staying at Te Puea Memorial Marae, its chairman Hurimoana Dennis is calling for a permanent facility in Auckland to help those in need. Video, Audio
Sallies helping people pay for rental bonds
The Salvation Army has dipped into its reserves to help people who were turned down by Work and Income pay for rental housing bonds.
Is the free market to blame for housing crisis?
Construction sector commentator Mark Graham addresses some listener questions about building more homes. Audio
Housing situation critical - Tauranga principal
A Tauranga school principal is in no doubt there is a housing crisis in her area, and her community is taking matters into its own hands.
Groups suspicious of Auckland building density changes
Auckland Council is sneaking changes to the city's Unitary Plan through the back door, community groups say.
Renters much worse off than owners
People who rent a home live in far worse conditions than people who buy one, acccording to new Statistics New Zealand figures.
Action needs to follow Auckland housing affordability
Auckland Council's chief economist says higher density housing and more efficient construction are crucial to solving the city's housing affordability crisis. Audio
Push for Christchurch renters to get Auckland-sized benefit
People struggling to pay the rent in Christchurch want to get the same help on offer to Aucklanders on low incomes. Audio
