New ZealandWar between landlord and tenant escalates to power, water being cutThe dispute began over a sign the tenant had posted on her fence.15 Sep 02:00 AM
New ZealandFamily trust not enough to protect man from losing 'life's work' to exHe was wrong to think his actions would safeguard home from any claim by a future partner.14 Sep 06:07 PM
PremiumPremiumInflationChris Smith: The solution to our broken home-buying modelOPINION: The banking system is working for shareholders and against consumers.12 Sep 11:19 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionEight- to 10-year painting job for Auckland Harbour BridgeMayor Wayne Brown doesn't back a tunnel but a second bridge to cross the Waitematā.12 Sep 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeNZ’s biggest house-builder G.J. Gardner planning 30% franchise growth'If you’re in a really tough game, go on the attack.'11 Sep 05:00 PM
Banking and financeFirst Kmart, now $235m new funds for Mark Gunton's WestgateConsortium money will allow the further expansion of Auckland's Westgate.11 Sep 03:58 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionWestgate's traffic 'disaster': Owner to square off with council in courtMark Gunton plans robust appeal to traffic decision.11 Sep 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionExplained: Why would Kmart expand in this tough retail environment?Boss from across the Tasman explains the reasoning behind Kmart's expansion here.10 Sep 08:00 PM
Banking and financeColossal new Kmart for Auckland: Biggest NZ store plannedVast new discounter to be built on greenfields site opposite Westgate Lifestyle Centre.10 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeProperty Insider: 'Terrific time to look at NZ' for $1.6b investorBig investor says New Zealand has compelling opportunities.09 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeConstruction sector suspected suicides: 80 died last year, highest on recordData from Coronial Services dating back to 2007 shows record 2023 suicide numbers.09 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Looked good on paper': Apartment buyer wants $50k deposit back after development company liquidationA court has ordered a Napier company into liquidation and one apartment owner wants out.08 Sep 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAre Aussie homes more affordable? What you need to earn to buy in Oz vs NZAustralia has five main cities with incomes and house prices more affordable than in NZ.07 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeDu Val's legal tsunami: eight court cases pending against businessesTwo advisers listed in a Du Val document told PwC they did not have any involvement.05 Sep 05:25 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeA Du Val business valued at $431m? Receiver notes no independent valuationNo external valuation to show one entity was worth $431m, according to new PwC report.04 Sep 10:46 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionDeveloper Shundi Customs vs builder China Construction in High Court over $300m SeascapeDispute follows China Construction winning an August 2 tribunal adjudication.04 Sep 10:35 PM
New ZealandProperty market springing back – but not in NorthlandExperts say house prices have finally bottomed out and are on the up... elsewhere.04 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financePonsonby’s Chapel Bar & Bistro: Who is claiming money, how much is owedList of creditors just released shows IRD, bank, food and drink suppliers are owed money.04 Sep 04:50 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionNew house-building business couldn't survive downturn: $8.9m liabilitiesKPMG will now go about realising assets in an attempt to repay company debts.03 Sep 09:19 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance'Improper' Covid cash claim: Ministry takes hotel building contractor to courtIssue over nearly $250,000 in pandemic-era wage subsidies.02 Sep 08:33 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionProperty Insider: Seascape adjudication decision awards $33m; Carrie Bradshaw indexDeveloper to pay builder China Construction New Zealand $33m.02 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance'We can't sleep': Couple fear for future, loan on Du Val unit axedMeanwhile, a decision on media access to court and receivership files has been reserved.02 Sep 05:30 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJane PhareDu Val downfall: From champagne, private jets to receivership and $250m debtNow Du Val investors and creditors want their money.02 Sep 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionCasino doors shut next week: What happens to 700 SkyCity Auckland staff?Will staff be paid? Will they have to come to work still? Work shifts? What will they do?01 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAged careJLL retirement village study: population up, companies adjust growthMost older people do not live in such villages, even with 53,000 people there now.01 Sep 05:00 PM
AnalysisAnne GibsonExploding liability: Fletcher paying $168m for Perth pipe disasterIplex will pay 80%, Western Australian Government to pay 20% to help homeowner victims.30 Aug 02:05 AM
ConstructionFletcher Building poised for announcement on leaky pipesAfter complaints about pipes in Australia, company has been in mediation.29 Aug 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionThe five biggest property sales in 2024 so far – including Sir Peter Jackson’s Lyall Bay dealBuying and selling activity is continuing apace, despite the sluggish economy.28 Aug 10:32 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeDu Val Group: High Court to decide if interim receivership documents can be made publicJudge prepares to hear arguments in Hamilton on Monday.28 Aug 07:04 AM
Construction'Stabilising investment property market' - giant landlord Precinct reports resultCompany is progressing further growth in the apartment sector.27 Aug 11:12 PM
Banking and financeBNZ predicts 7% increase in house prices by 2025 amid falling interest ratesPrices will be flat this year but increase 7% next year, bank economist says.27 Aug 05:19 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesProperty Insider: ‘Wind pressure’ on Seascape; Du Val estimated to owe $250m; new Ikea roofDeputy Mayor Desley Simpson explains what steps the council will take on the skyscraper.27 Aug 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeBiggest deal of 2024: Sir Peter Jackson’s links to $105m Lyall Bay purchaseFilmmaker has plans to build a film museum.26 Aug 09:48 PM
Agribusiness'NZ's biggest Asian supermarket' opening at WestgateNew store is near the giant American-owned Costco Wholesale on Gunton Dr.26 Aug 05:01 PM