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Rotorua land once earmarked for bypass set for new development
The land was initially planned for the Rotorua Eastern Arterial.
Surf park developers win fast-track referral for 400+ homes
Earthworks started in October for the first stage of the project, 4km from Silverdale.
'Beyond ridiculous': Neighbours almost sell 87-year-old's $800k home over $51k debt
John Boardman faced losing his home for a body corporate debt he claims was a 'scam'
Government compromises with Auckland on housing, U-turns on 'sausage flat' promise
Auckland will opt out of the 'sausage flat' law but other councils will be forced to stay.
Residents stop contractors' work on 15-metre cell tower in Gisborne
Residents are peacefully protesting a cell tower in their neighbourhood, blocking work.
Excessive heat: Tenant quits lease after apartment hits almost 44C
A laptop battery expanded and pot plants died within a day in the extreme heat.
'Unauthorised modifications': Developer, builder fined $35,000
A judge convicted the businesses after changes were made to a level-18 penthouse.
'A slap in the face': Tairāwhiti groups react to RMA forestry proposals
Public consultation on Resource Management Act changes began on Thursday.
Biggest change in NZ history: New proposals for freshwater, infrastructure, farming
'Sorting out our planning rules is critical to boosting economic growth.'
Confidential Auckland blueprint tackles housing intensification, flood risks
The new rules aim to protect against floods while boosting housing near transport.
Property Insider: Wee problem blights rich-lister’s boatshed
Once, wine was made in the buildings. Now it's Tourism Holdings' HQ – campervan heaven.
‘Shotgun’ cladding: Homeowner complains about new $1.27m home, builder says nothing wrong
Sound's a known behaviour of the product and not a sign of a defect, says Fletcher Living.
Posh doggy daycare owner faces sentencing after 'repeated breaches'
Day of reckoning for doggy daycare owner Angela Beer.
Benno Blaschke: Breaking up supermarkets won't solve competition issues
OPINION: Regulatory barriers to entry should be considered as an alternative.
Homeowner upset after developer fells 50yo boundary hedge
Owner says hedge was pride of her backyard. Developer says it had to come down for safety.
New study out on Kirkpatrick plan for K Rd, Colliers moves Westgate properties: Property Insider
What would planned K Rd building do to the area? Give it a $135m boost, a new study shows.
'Insanity': Auckland villa owners told double-glazed windows violate heritage rules
Owners installed double-glazed windows without council consent. Now they have to go.
First look at controversial Bay of Islands marina plans
Fast-tracking sought by companies owned by multimillionaires Craig Heatley, Leigh Hopper.
Why global investors are eyeing New Zealand
Global instability's opened a window for NZ to pitch itself as a safe haven for investors.
Oliver Hartwich: The missing piece in New Zealand's growth puzzle
OPINION: Something fundamental is still holding New Zealand back.
The hunt for equity: Fast-track ‘real game-changer’ for mining
Gold prices have reached record levels, touching US$3500 an ounce.
'Past the first hurdle' - Fletcher Living on progress at $500m The Hill
Fletcher bought site in 2021, earthworks now advanced, first four homes nearly finished.
Court orders removal of unauthorised structures in Bay of Islands
A company ignored requests to remove a pontoon and rubber fenders.
'Decades of experience' – Craig Heatley company, Hoppers plan $220m marina
A forecast 140 jobs are to be created over 30 years if plans are allowed to proceed.
Property Insider: What could the future hold for ex-Auckland Star site? Architects explain champion Te Arai home design
'Somebody, please build something here – anything' debate on a site empty for 36 years.
'Massive impact for us': Hapū oppose marina plan going through Fast Track process
The hapū want the project to go through the RMA for community input.
Inside the secret 3-year criminal case against Auckland's luxury doggy daycare
Prosecutors claim the firm earned $180k in extra profits by ignoring resource consents.