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In brief: Seismic reform bill set to pass within days

After a long wait, the seismic reforms our members have been eagerly watching are almost here. The Bill has been given urgency and is expected to pass in the next […]

Government confirms new development levies system, delivering on key Property Council asks

The Government has confirmed the next steps for its overhaul of development levies, with several changes that reflect years of advocacy by Property Council on behalf of members. Announced this […]

The Rise of Rooftop Hospitality

Just announced at Retail Conference 2026 More than a view Rooftop hospitality is emerging as a powerful new dimension of New Zealand’s retail, mixed-use and hospitality landscape. While rooftop bars and […]

Property Council calls for greater transparency in electricity connection pricing

Property Council has submitted to the Electricity Authority on its consultation paper on further reform of distribution connection pricing, backing an enduring, nationally consistent framework beyond the 2030 expiry of […]

On the Move | September 2026

Stay up to date with the latest appointments, promotions and career moves from across New Zealand’s property sector in this fortnight’s On the Move. Caroline McDowall promoted to Chief Housing […]

Growing up and out: why New Zealand’s cities need both

New Zealand’s infrastructure is under pressure from two directions at once. Decades of underinvestment have left parts of our built environment ageing and, in some cases, no longer fit for […]

Government moves to close development contributions gap for fast-track projects

Earlier this week, Housing and Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop and Local Government Minister Simon Watts announced changes to how development contributions are collected for Fast-track projects to ensure unforeseen infrastructure […]

Sustainable finance taxonomy: Construction and Buildings consultation ahead

The Centre for Sustainable Finance (CSF), in partnership with the New Zealand Government, is developing the NZ Taxonomy which is a voluntary classification system that provides common criteria for identifying […]

AIP investment pathway extended to Build to Rent

On Tuesday 8 September, the Government announced expansion of the Active Investor Plus (AIP) investment pathway to include Build to Rent, marking a significant step forward for an asset class […]

Opinion: A Better Way to Build Complex D&C

Why New Zealand is ready for the two-stage Managing Contractor approach There is a procurement approach quietly reshaping how complex buildings get delivered across the Tasman, and New Zealand is […]