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Government moves to cap council rates rises

A new Bill proposes capping annual rates rises at 2 to 4 per cent. Find out how it could affect your council, and what exemptions might apply. Councils could soon […]

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. Jessica Middleton joins Foley Douglas as […]

A fire service everyone relies on, funded by only some of us

Fire and Emergency New Zealand responds when any of us needs it, insured or not, self-insured or not, public or private. The funding model behind it does not reflect that […]

Simon Watts takes on building and construction portfolio

Property has a new minister at the table. Simon Watts has taken on the Building and Construction portfolio, adding to an already full plate. Here’s what it means for members. […]

Project Spotlight: Shared Ground

Zion Apartments shows how medium-density housing can respect and enhance a low-rise neighbourhood. Built for Kāinga Ora, the development’s thoughtful design earned it a Merit award at the 2026 Property […]

PC120 amendments scale back Auckland’s housing intensification plans

Auckland Council has scaled back PC120’s housing plans. Find out what changed, join our members’ workshop to discuss next steps, and have your say before submissions close. Auckland Council’s Plan […]

Have your say: government opens consultation on new planning rules

The Government is changing how planning decisions get made in New Zealand, and it wants to hear from the property sector. Under the new resource management system (created by the […]

Opinion: The women lifting others along the way

With nominations for the 2026 Women of Impact programme opening next month, Joanna den Hollander of Ngāi Tahu Property spoke with three 2025 recipients about mentorship, belonging and responsibility. When […]

Property Council South Island: Growing confidence to invest

From Queenstown to Christchurch, South Island communities are growing fast, but infrastructure is struggling to keep pace. Property Council’s South Island Regional Chair Tom Chatterton explains why investment follows certainty, […]

Fast-track developments face new Development Contribution rules

The Government is moving to give councils new powers to adjust Development Contributions (DCs) retrospectively for eligible fast-track developments – a targeted change with important implications for developers, councils and […]