Housing
Housing expert on National Party policy
National has released its new housing policy, promising a scapping of the RMA and rent to buy schemes.
Leonie Freeman, a housing consultant and the chief executive of the property council speaks to… Audio
Keen interest in Marfell Kiwibuild homes, locals sceptical
A steady stream of potential buyers -- along with the merely curious -- have taken advantage of the first advertised open homes at the 23 million dollar Kiwibuild project in the New Plymouth suburb of… Audio
National outlines plan for housing affordability and rent-to-own scheme
National says if elected it will pass emergency legislation similar to what was used for the Christchurch rebuild to get more houses built and alleviate rising prices.
National to pass emergency legislation for building if elected
National is promising to take urgent action to make houses more affordable if elected, by passing emergency legislation similiar to that used for the Christchurch rebuild.
National leader Judith… Audio
Whare Hauora: sensors to help your home health
Whare Hauroa is an organisation that measures the healthiness of homes by using sensors to record temperature, humidity and dew point index. Kaiwhakahaere (CEO) of Whare Hauora Hiria Te Rangi was… Audio
Covid-19 no reprieve for first home buyers
Not even Covid-19 has put a stop to runaway house prices - with first home buyers spending up to $200,000 more than expected for their first home.
Covid-19 has not slowed NZ's runaway house prices
Not even Covid-19 has put a stop to runaway house prices, with first home-buyers spending up to $200,000 more than expected for their first home.
And measures introduced by both Labour and National… Audio
Housing affordability getting further out of reach for buyers
Housing affordability is getting out of reach for more New Zealanders as the median house price continues to sky rocket. The Panel talks to NZ Initiative's chief economist, Dr Eric Crampton. Audio
What has changed for housing during the Labour coalition government?
It was to be a transformational government that promised to address ballooning house prices and help buyers get a step on the ladder.
But has anything changed during the Labour coalition government's… Audio
House prices and home ownership - has Labour delivered on its promises?
The Labour coalition government promised to address ballooning house prices and help aspiring home buyers take the first step. Eva Corlett looks at whether it has kept its promise.
Economist calls for more social housing stock
An economist is calling for more social housing stock and better rentals to help ease housing pressure.
Real estate data shows the national average asking price was down on the previous month, but… Audio
Property price rise boosted by limited for-sale listings
Property values have held firm through the worst of the economic downturn, supported by limited supply, record low interest rates and increased market confidence. Audio
Average Auckland house asking price tops $1 million
The average Auckland house asking price is now over $1 million.
While that's good news for Auckland home owners, it's a daunting prospect for those looking to buy.
More than half of the regions in… Audio
Is Wellington's love of heritage demolishing plans for more housing?
Wellington is trying to prepare for its projected population growth, but potential housing developments are being held up by debate over how to honour its heritage buildings. Audio
Is Wellington's love of heritage demolishing plans for more housing?
Wellington is trying to prepare for its projected population growth, but potential housing developments are being held up by debate over how to honour its heritage buildings.
Audio'Homeless don't care what government it is, they need a home'
The country has surpassed a housing crisis and has now reached "housing chaos", according to one emergency housing provider.
Has NZ reached housing chaos?
The country has surpassed a housing crisis and has now reached housing chaos - that's according to one emergency housing provider. As part of its election coverage, RNZ has been investigating the… Audio
Election 2020: How have 2017's housing promises turned out?
The Labour Party promised to reduce homelessness, boost state housing stock and build thousands of homes during its first term.
But with a record high waitlist for social housing and the creation of… Audio
Labour promised big on housing - has it delivered?
The Labour Party promised to reduce homelessness, boost state housing stock and build thousands of homes during its first term. Eva Corlett looks at how the party has done.
Parties rating badly for social housing
Most political parties aren't being ambitious enough when it comes to seriously addressing the housing crisis.
This is according to the Equality Network - an organisation made up of social advocacy… Audio
