A quarry in Auckland's Three Kings can be filled in and used for hundreds of new houses, parkland and commercial premises, says the Environment Court.

Christchurch professionals, used to five star CBD style before the February earthquake are now setting up shop above car yards and outboard motor stores.

Embattled property developer Nigel McKenna has suddenly ditched a creditors' compromise scheme.

Property developer David Henderson averted bankruptcy this morning to allow him and his creditors time to discuss another proposal that could stop Inland Revenue's application.

A Nelson real estate agent tried to have a bank falsify documents to cover up problems over a sale, once he found out a complaint against him was being investigated.