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Government announces streamlined single Building Levy

The Government has announced a significant reform to the building levy framework, confirming that the Building Research Levy (under the Building Research Levy Act 1969) and the Building Levy (under […]

Innovation, Community and ‘Cool’: How Retail Is Evolving in Aotearoa

Retail Conference brought together innovators, leaders, and visionaries who challenged us to think differently about the future of retail in Aotearoa. A huge thank you to our incredible speakers, our […]

On the Move | November 2025

With new faces and fresh energy across the regions, our members continue to shape the future of property from every corner of Aotearoa. MinterEllisonRuddWatts appoints next Chief Executive Officer MinterEllisonRuddWatts are […]

Advocating on Your Behalf: Minister Chris Penk on Seismic Reform

Property Council New Zealand recently met with Minister for Building and Construction Chris Penk to discuss the Government’s proposed overhaul of the earthquake-prone building system. The meeting was initiated by […]

Hiwa Recreation Centre Team Takes Top Honours at Auckland Property People Awards 2025

From sustainability pioneers to visionary leaders and community collaborators, Auckland’s property professionals gathered at the Hilton Auckland tonight to celebrate the people behind the projects at the 2025 Auckland Property […]

Wellington Property People Awards 2025: Celebrating the Next Generation of City Shapers

From climate-conscious design to community infrastructure and city-defining retail, the 2025 Wellington Property People Awards honoured the individuals and teams shaping the capital’s future. Hosted by Property Council New Zealand, […]

Christchurch withdraws from further housing intensification

The Government has approved Christchurch City Council’s request to withdraw the remaining parts of Plan Change 14, its major housing plan. Originally designed to apply medium-density housing rules citywide, Christchurch […]

Auckland Plan Change 120: Intensification Meets Resilience

Auckland Council has released documents for public consultation on Plan Change 120: Housing Intensification and Resilience (PC120), which is open from 3 November to 19 December 2025. There are three major components to PC120:   […]

On the Fast-Track

Faster, greener, clearer. From a 10-day consent for qualifying sustainable homes to stricter decision timelines on big projects, the fast-track overhaul is here. We unpack what matters, what’s next, and where you […]

On the Move | November 2025

New faces, fresh energy and familiar names returning home. From James Gough stepping up at The Terrace, to Gavin Read’s return to Westpac and new appointments across the regions, our […]