Housing
Architects give old ideas new life in award-winning design
New Zealand is riddled with damp, cold - yet still expensive - houses. So whenever we see fresh, inventive solutions in this space, it's worth paying attention. Audio
Class action lawsuit lodged against Hawke's Bay Regional Council
A class action lawsuit is being lodged against Hawke's Bay Regional Council this week, alleging incompetence led to 400 properties and businesses flooding in Wairoa last year. Tairawhiti Hawke's Bay… Audio
Change in earthquake-prone building rules provides hope for Chateau Tongariro
There could be fresh hope for the future of the iconic Chateau Tongariro, following a major government shake-up of earthquake-prone building rules. Ruapehu District mayor Weston Kirton spoke to Corin… Audio
Government rolls out new home care model for older people
The new system will be implemented in the South Island on Wednesday, as part of a series of improvements to the aged care system.
Spike in homelessness overwhelms region's services
"Our numbers are going up but our financial supports are all down. There's just not enough of anything ‒ money, houses, people."
New homeowners say they've been misled into buying non-compliant homes
Several first time Auckland homeowners are facing bills of potentially tens of thousands of dollars to complete landscaping works or demolish work already done to comply. Audio
Some regions exempt from new earthquake building rules
Auckland, Northland and the Chatham Islands will be exempt from earthquake prone building rules because of the areas' low seismic risk, under changes announced by the Government yesterday. Auckland… Audio
Dunedin moves from low to medium seismic risk
While the earthquake-prone building system overhaul has been welcomed by many in the North Island, building owners in Dunedin are facing a different prospect. Dunedin Property Developer Russell Lund… Audio
Quake rule changes met with cautious optimism
Wellington building owners are greeting changes to earthquake strengthening standards with cautious optimism. Political reporter Giles Dexter reports. Audio
New Massey homes fall short of council consent rules
Some Massey first home buyers were shocked to find their new builds delivered with bare soil instead of finished yards. Lucy Xia reports. Audio
Expert Feature: How can you make your home more sustainable?
It's time for our expert feature and today we're looking at ways to make your home more energy efficient. Eion Scott is the Senior Manager Residential at New Zealand Green Building Council, he's with… Audio
Householders warned to check chimneys before next earthquake
More then 15,000 chimneys toppled during the Christchurch earthquake, causing injuries and death.
Witness to shooting regains spot on social housing transfer list
Christine Nankivell was taken off the list due to incomplete paperwork, but she disputes that.
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 26th September 2025
In today's episode, the man who lit the fatal Loafers Lodge blaze has been found guilty of five counts of murder, and guilty of one count of arson. A former minister says bold action is needed to… Audio
The huge shift between landlords and renters
A glut of vacant rentals in Wellington has seen tenants knocking close to $100 off their weekly rent. Audio
Wellington tenants cash in on rental glut
A glut of available rentals in Wellington is paying off for tenants. President of Wellington Property Investors Association Peter Ambrose spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
From freebies to discounts: landlords woo tenants
A glut of available rentals in the capital city has shifted the dynamic between landlords and renters, with some tenants knocking close to 1-hundred-dollars off their weekly rent. Mary Argue has more.
…Some international students sleeping rough, advocate says
An advocate for Auckland's homeless says he's seeing growing levels of desperation in the city. Audio
Auckland to 'grow both up and out' - Minister welcomes plan for taller buildings
Public submissions on the plan to allow 10-15 storey buildings built around public transport hubs will open in the coming months. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 25th September 2025
In today's episode, Auckland Council has voted in favour of a new housing intensification plan that clears the way for high-rise buildings of up to 15 storeys around public transport hubs; a new… Audio
