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Watercare Regulation – Infrastructure Growth Charges

The Commerce Commission’s proposed Price-Quality Path (PQP) will determine how Watercare sets prices, recovers infrastructure costs, and funds growth from 2028 onward. It will directly affect Infrastructure Growth Charges (IGCs), […]

A modern slavery reporting regime on the horizon

Last week, the Modern Slavery Bill had its first reading in Parliament, bringing New Zealand a step closer to a formal modern slavery reporting regime. Property Council New Zealand supports […]

ZURU’s Harry Mowbray Joins the Residential Development Summit Line-Up

The 2026 Residential Development Summit has announced a powerhouse addition to its keynote programme: Harry Mowbray, co-founder of Zuru and one of New Zealand’s most inventive entrepreneurial minds. 25–26 March 2026 NZICC | […]

Opinion | Don’t Bet Against Wellington: Why Now Is the Moment to Invest, Build, and Believe

Wellington has always been the city that punches above its weight. We’re compact, wired-in, and brimming with ideas. Yes, the mood music has been dour with insurance nerves, soft demand, […]

Introducing 50 Years of City Shaping

In 2026, Property Council New Zealand marks a significant milestone – 50 years of shaping cities where communities thrive. To honour this legacy, we’re launching Built to Last, a year-long anniversary campaign celebrating the people, […]

Sustainability professionals survey calls for participants

Oxygen Consulting, in partnership with the Sustainable Business Council, Sustainable Business Network, and Auckland University of Technology has launched their 7th annual survey of the sustainability profession in New Zealand. […]

On the Move | February 2026

With new faces and fresh energy across the regions, our members continue to shape the future of property from every corner of Aotearoa. Assemble Recruitment promotes rising stars Assemble Recruitment […]

Reform, explained: An advocacy update for members

If you managed to keep even one eye on the news over the summer break, you’ll have noticed the Government has wasted no time kicking off the new year with […]

Overhaul of the earthquake prone building system

The Government has introduced the Building (Earthquake-prone Buildings) Amendment Bill, proposing a major reset of how earthquake-prone buildings (EPBs) are identified and managed across New Zealand. Property Council strongly welcomes […]

Future-proofing the market: Insights for a thriving decade ahead at RESI26

The residential development market is entering a defining decade. Economic conditions are shifting, capital is tightening, construction pipelines are evolving, and buyer expectations continue to change. In this environment, success […]