Substandard processes but no bias with govt contracts linked to Mahuta family
Substandard processes but no evidence of favouritism in contracts with minister's family.
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Concern over MfE process related to Mahuta family contracts
Public Service Commission advice unheeded in MfE review of Mahuta family contracts.
Nearly half of Wellington state homes still waiting for Healthy Homes assessment
Of the 1676 Kāinga Ora houses in Wellington City, only 48 per cent meet the standard.
'Life was hell': Unruly Kāinga Ora tenants chase away neighbours
One woman endured years of noise and abuse from her Kāinga Ora neighbours before moving.
'The Glenholme community is exhausted': Strong words erupt at public meeting
A public meeting has been held to discuss locals' concerns about a Kāinga Ora plan.
Local Focus: Building Academy adds tools to students' belts
Gisborne high school's Building Academy is good for students and good for the community.
Te Pāti Māori, Greens denounce Healthy Homes extension for Kāinga Ora and landlords
The extension would be given to both Kāinga Ora and private landlords.
'My kids are terrified': No evictions for unruly renters despite 6000 complaints
Several neighbours have had to move away due to Kāinga Ora's failure to act.
Kāinga Ora and private landlords given 12-month extension to meet Healthy Homes standards
Govt also announced work on meth testing and regulations for property managers.
'Bathe in your blood': Kāinga Ora tenant's 18-month campaign of abuse
Woman moved from Kāinga Ora unit after alleged death threats, abuse.
Big shakeup in state housing agency's debt source
All debt will be from the Crown, not private sources in future.
'How can we stop this?': Residents fight to stop Kāinga Ora plans
The residents are concerned what type of housing and for whom will be built on Devon St.
Kāinga Ora under fire for ‘broken’ promises
Kāinga Ora is under fire over how it manages disruptive tenants.
'Her nerves are shattered': Unruly Kāinga Ora neighbours lead to mum using hotels
A son said problems with the Kāinga Ora tenants next door began about three years ago.
Social housing development planned for Greytown
Greytown residents surprised a social housing development is planned for the township.
Rotorua's miserable motel mile - PM in 'complete denial' of housing failure - National
The criticism comes after a broadcast on TVNZ's Sunday show.
Porirua could get 6000 new homes under new scheme
The area is the first to be assessed under the new scheme.
'People have got to live somewhere': Govt dept buys 41 new houses from developer
Two neighbours share their thoughts on the state home development.
Mass manufacturing of homes needed, start-up says
They believe they can halve or even quarter the time needed to build a home.
Council selling 1.58ha in Avondale for planned development of 750 apartments
Avondale's regeneration "much needed and long overdue," says Mayor Phil Goff.
Assuming the worst: Residents near controversial state housing estate put homes on market
For sale signs are springing up on Puriri Park Rd as a contentious housing project starts.
Auckland's large-scale state land to be sold for private ownership
"After 50 or 60 years, these houses are no longer fit for purpose." - Mark Fraser.
'Over the top': Ten most valuable state homes worth $30m
Value for money? Critics say there's better uses for $30m worth of state homes.
'Neighbour urinated on my fence': Kāinga Ora tenant wins $5k for landlord's inaction
A Kāinga Ora tenant made more than 130 complaints about a noisy, abusive neighbour.
Budget 2022: First-home buyer loan scheme shaken up
Big jump in some price caps for aspiring first home owners - but prices vary nationwide.
Kāinga Ora tenant went into debt heating a home with cracks in the walls
Teresa Tua said her home was cold, damp and difficult to heat.
Construction starts on $150m Catalina Bay units
Construction of the 82-unit development is due to be finished in early 2024.
'Real and urgent need': Emergency housing bill $10m for 3 months in Hawke's Bay, Gisborne
The cost of housing people in emergency motels has hit a record in Hawke's Bay.
'I want out of here': Devastated residents fear proposal to sell reserves for housing
Locals are upset about a council plan to turn reserves into housing developments.
Dumping ground: Residents angry after years of inaction from Kāinga Ora
While illegal dumping happens everywhere, it is the final straw for some residents.
Secret council proposal to sell 10 reserves for housing revealed
Parties say no decisions made but local MP 'extremely' worried.
Strewth: Pre-made Aussie bathrooms for Avondale state units
Where five state homes once stood, now 18 state apartments are on the Avondale site.
Kāinga Ora admits serious privacy breach in neighbourhood spat
Agency mistakenly shared sensitive details about a tenant's mental health.
Parties, noise and death threats: Kāinga Ora tenant fed up
A disruptive neighbour has victimised one Kāinga Ora tenant for more than three years.