Housing
Workers' village good for Kaikōura - Mayor
The Mayor of Kaikōura believes a construction workers' village in his town has been good for the local economy.
Leaky homes, bodies corporate, and due diligence
The estimated cost of repairs for the leaky St Lukes Garden Apartment complex are up to $80 million - realtor Paul Lochore joins us to talk about leaky homes in Auckland, and bodies corporate doing… Audio
Whanganui 'slum landlord' under investigation
Tenants living in a dilapidated rental property in Whanganui say their landlord promises the world but gives them nothing.
Whangarei homeless already using unfinished day shelter
Homeless people are already finding their way to Whangarei's new day shelter - even though it's not yet officially open. The shelter in the town's old army barracks has been taking shape since… Audio
Whanganui 'slum landlord' under investigation
The landlord of a group dilapidated rental properties in Whanganui is now under official investigation. Last week RNZ revealed the so-called Pink Flats on Bedford Avenue had black mould and broken… Audio
Auckland's 'Leaky Lukes' repair costs to skyrocket
The cost to repair one of the country's largest leaky buildings continues to skyrocket by millions of dollars as anxious owners wait for their day in court. St Lukes Garden Apartment complex was built… Audio
Boarding house operation policy urged as St Joseph's closes
The Catholic Church hopes new tenancy regulations will spell the end for poorly-maintained boarding houses. In Auckland, a notorious boarding house at the former St Joseph's Catholic convent in Grey… Audio
'You can get used to unconscious bodies'
It has been described as a filthy, squalid slum, but for some the former St Joseph's Catholic Convent is the only home they have.
Tenants refuse to leave 'slum' boarding house
The former St Joseph's Catholic convent on Great North Road in Auckland's Grey Lynn houses those with few other options. So now that it's sold, many are refusing to leave, saying they've got nowhere… Video, Audio
Slowdown in house prices as more go on the market
House prices are expected to ease this summer as more home owners are looking to sell.
Landlords sell ahead of Residential Tenancies Act changes
Reports are coming in from around the country of landlords selling up their properties ahead of tougher tenancy regulations. The government is considering changes to the Residential Tenancies Act -… Audio
Rakautara residents threaten legal action against govt
While much of the damage in Rakautara is being repaired, five homeowners have been barred from repairing and occupying their properties due to a nearby cliff that is unstable. Video, Audio
Contruction firms urged to tackle labour shortage
Construction firms are being urged to take on more women and people from different ethnic backgrounds as apprentices to tackle a labour shortage. Video, Audio
Landlords selling up in anticipation of tougher regulations
A Tauranga property investor is selling his rentals and ditching the industry in anticipation of tougher tenancy regulations. He says tougher tenancy regulations, increased rates and "landlord… Audio
Tougher tenancy regulations prompt some to sell
A Tauranga property investor is selling his rentals and ditching the industry in anticipation of tougher tenancy regulations.
Could renter-friendly policies scare off landlords?
Property investors are worried a wave of tenant-free rules could throw up some dicey situations for landlords who're simply trying to protect their assets. Juli Anne Tolley from the Tauranga Property… Audio
Are Kiwibuild homes value for money?
CoreLogic analysts say buyers will save $90,000 or so by buying KiwiBuild houses - but could that cost-cut compromise the homes' quality? Roger Levie from HOBANZ joins us to discuss. Audio
Repurposing old materials, spaces and buildings
Lifestyle writer, Catherine Foster takes a look at repurposing old materials, and how a range of homes have used upcycled bits and pieces to great effect. From rusting roofing off an old barn to… Audio, Gallery
Record high building apprenticeships, not enough
The training organisation for the building and construction sector (BCITO) says the government should pay employers to teach apprentices - which would help address the shortage. New figures released… Audio
Nelson rental frenzy 'utter hell' for prospective tenants
People looking for rentals in Nelson and Marlborough are a market with fewer properties and higher prices. RNZ Nelson-Marlborough reporter Tracy Neal has the story. Audio