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Coronavirus: Holiday hotspots on the lookout for travellers
Holiday hotspots around the country will be on high alert this weekend for people coming to spend Easter at their holiday homes, despite the government and police saying its against the lockdown… Audio
'Emergency' rental clause working as intended - ADLS
The creators of a commercial property clause that may exempt tenants from paying all or some of their rent say it is helping tenants and landlords reach agreement.
Rest home's dementia unit a key cluster in NZ Covid-19 cases
A dementia care facility in Christchurch has been identified as one of 12 key clusters of Covid-19 cases, and it has prompted a scramble for experienced aged care staff.
Sixteen residents and staff… Audio
Holiday bach owners urged to stay home at Easter
Residents of popular holiday home destinations are urging owners to stay away with concerns some may break the lockdown for Easter.
The mayor of Central Otago, Tim Cadogan, lives in Clyde, and says… Audio
Coronavirus: Auckland City Mission's work during the lockdown
The first full working week of the new normal is almost over, most New Zealanders are holed up at home, and relying on essential workers to keep the country running.
So how's that going?
Chris… Audio
Coronavirus: Age Concern's focus one week into lockdown
The first full working week of the new normal is almost over, most New Zealanders are holed up at home, and relying on essential workers to keep the country running.
So how's that going?
Chief… Audio
Coronavirus: Lockdown DIYers warned to be careful
'DIY is in our DNA' as the hardware shop advertising slogan goes - but the Accident Compensation Corporation is asking those emboldened to tackle jobs around the house during the lockdown to take… Audio
Coronavirus: Christchurch businesses could get rates relief
The Christchurch City Council is considering letting businesses and property owners delay paying their rates for six months.
Under the scheme being considered by council today, businesses that can… Audio
House prices were increasing before lockdown
The QV House Price Index data rose 6.1 percent in the year to March, with the average house price rising to $728,276. Audio
Coronavirus: Property market on hold, for now
New Zealanders have hit pause on the property market while the Level Four lockdown is in force but figures out today suggest people hoping to sell their houses when the restrictions are lifted still… Audio
Property firm apologises for 'inartful' advice to avoid rent holidays
A nationwide property management company has changed the wording of its advice to landlords wanting to offer rent holidays to tenants struggling during the Covid-19 shutdown.
Covid-19 lockdown and property sales: What are your rights?
Despite calls from the Law Society to defer property settlements, some sellers are still trying to force buyers to pay up, even though they can't move house for the next few weeks.
With almost 6,000… Audio
Propery managers tell landlords not to give rent holidays
A nationwide property management company is actively discouraging landlords from offering rent holidays to struggling tenants during the Covid-19 shutdown.
On its website and in emails to landlords… Audio
Your Covid-19 questions answered: Rental rules in the lockdown
One of the key factors to helping stop the Covid-19 outbreak will be having somewhere you can reliably call home to self-isolate.
Campground a housing option for homeless during Covid-19 lockdown
Gisborne authorities have the option to house the homeless at one of the city's campgrounds during the four-week Covid-19 lockdown.
Clarifying Real Estate Transactions During Lock Down
Real Estate Institute New Zealand chief executive Bindi Norwell, clarifies what's happening for real estate transactions during lock down as well as the upcoming changes for both landlords and… Audio
Coronavirus: Paekakariki rallies together for lockdown
From providing emergency housing, to organising virtual mental health sessions, the Paekakariki Community Board has jumped into action to help their small village stay connected through the lockdown.
…The problems of Tauranga's population boom
Tauranga is one of the fastest growing areas of New Zealand but with that is growing gang war and a massive rates hike. Audio
The problems of Tauranga's population boom
Tauranga is one of the fastest growing areas of New Zealand but with that is growing gang war and a massive rates hike.
AudioSome rough sleepers still have nowhere to go during lockdown
Agencies have kicked into high gear to get rough sleepers into accommodation during the lockdown, but some people still have nowhere to go.
