Whanganui property news
All Black's legacy lives on at Romney Lane Homestead
Celebrated all Black Sam Strahan called this farm home for much of his life.
Hopes property developer will snap up shopping centre
'It’s the first time it has come to the market for about 55 years.'
NZ’s biggest house-builder G.J. Gardner planning 30% franchise growth
'If you’re in a really tough game, go on the attack.'
Construction sector suspected suicides: 80 died last year, highest on record
Data from Coronial Services dating back to 2007 shows record 2023 suicide numbers.
Water funding remains problem for councils
A rural mayor says there’s no incentive for councils to band together in new entities.
What happens next at Whakapapa, Tūroa skifields: First liquidators' report out
Liquidators will keep trading through the 2023 winter ski season.
‘Intention to open’ Mt Ruapehu’s ski fields this season as $81.6m debt revealed
Negotiations with potential buyers are ongoing: administrators.
Lake Alice water tower back up for sale
The tower was last sold in 2017 for about $120,000.
Property price moves have first-home buyers 'in a bind'
The average property price in Whanganui has dropped by $26,000 from three months ago.
Apartment buyer says project should not have taken so long
One of the buyers has died during the time it has taken to build the project.
Ruapehu property values on rise as Whanganui market slows
First home buyers are starting to show up in the local housing market.
Whanganui home fetches record-breaking $2m
Before this, Whanganui's biggest sale was $1.6 million
More help needed for first home buyers
An increase in first home buyers across Whanganui is expected following the changes
House listings up, buyers can take their time
"They're not going to be picking up the phone and rushing to make an offer."
Neglected buildings needed for inner-city housing
The council says it desperately needs more power to act on abandoned derelict buildings
Apartments in CBD edging towards completion
"You've got to find ways to get satisfaction from all the extra work."
Slice of Whanganui heritage hits the market
The property that houses the Rutland Arms Inn and many other businesses is for sale.
First home buyers 'getting some really good deals'
For first home buyers who have the funding, now is a good time to buy in Whanganui.
How the housing boom has changed the Whanganui market
Whanganui has recently gained two $1m-plus suburbs
Whanganui housing market remains relatively active
Whanganui's housing market has been relatively active compared with others.
Five tips to save for your home deposit in small-town NZ
Lifting KiwiSaver payments, stricter budgeting and finding cheaper rent are some ideas.
How home buyers are being hit hard by lending changes
Mortgage adviser: 'They won't believe somebody could change when they get a house'.
Property news around NZ
Agent who sold Pamela Anderson’s Kiwi party house reveals his secrets
Kane Taylor says his super yacht past helps with the deals.
Mortgage or baby? Agonising choice Kiwi first-home buyers forced to make
“People are delaying or putting off completely having children.”
Return of the bear pits? Experts' top tips for nervous buyers
How first-home buyers can beat the auction competition in 2025.
Hidden costs of buying a luxury home in NZ - could you afford a $100,000 rates bill?
The mortgage is just the start of it.
NZ’s most affordable beach homes: Where to get a bach for less than $500,000
Be prepared to go remote and get creative.
NZ in recession - expect a 0.5% cut in interest rates
The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.
More local property news
Million dollar homes: Average NZ house price exceeds $1m
Property prices soar to record high in 2021, according to latest figures from CoreLogic.
Cob house: 'It's middle class off-the-grid'
Cob walls make the house warm in winter and cool in summer, the owner says.
Have house prices hit their peak? New report reveals where they're heading
Rotorua and Waikato values indicate brakes being applied on prices as headwinds bite.
Which area will be Whanganui's first $1m suburb?
Of Whanganui's 31 suburbs, just 10 have an average property value of less than $500,000.
How August lockdown put house settlements in jeopardy
One person got stuck obliged to buy house in Australia but couldn't finish sale here
'High performance' houses planned for new Whanganui subdivision
Two-storey houses are not allowed at Tasman Estate, to ensure all get sunlight.