Author: naomi

Annual Plan season heats up down south

We are now in the middle of the Annual Plan season for the 2026/27 financial year. Across the South Island, many councils are currently consulting on their draft annual plans. […]

Wellington Market Signals Deepening Pressure

Wellington’s commercial property market is under sustained pressure, and the latest data suggests these conditions are now directly influencing investment decisions and the future shape of the CBD.  Property Council […]

Government hands infrastructure assurance role to commission

On Wednesday 22 April, the Government announced a refresh of how infrastructure projects are assessed with a bigger role for the NZ Infrastructure Commission at the centre of it. Under […]

Meet the 2026 Emerging Leaders

We’re thrilled to announce this year’s cohort of rising stars and their mentors in the 2026 Emerging Leaders Programme.  This transformative initiative blends expert mentorship with real-world leadership strategies, equipping participants […]

From Pipeline to Homes: The State of Build to Rent in Aotearoa

Build to Rent (BTR) is increasingly being seen as part of the solution to New Zealand’s housing pressures but the key question is whether it is scaling fast enough to […]

What Will Shape NZ’s Housing Market Over the Next Decade?

The Residential Development Summit 2026 at the NZICC brought together industry leaders from construction, banking, and real estate for a session to explore what will shape a thriving residential market […]

On the Move | April 2026

With new faces and fresh energy across the regions, our members continue to shape the future of property from every corner of Aotearoa. Leadership appointments at Inovo Inovo is pleased to […]

Opinion | Community Housing: Wellington’s Missed Opportunity for the Property Sector

Wellington’s housing challenge is no longer news – it’s a persistent, visible, and complex issue. What is less often discussed, however, is the role our own industry could play in solving it – and why we’re not […]

Commerce Commission Reform Amendment Bill submissions open

Submissions are now open on the Commerce (Commerce Commission Reform) Amendment Bill, a piece of legislation aimed at strengthening how the Commerce Commission operates and makes decisions. The Bill aims […]

Government releases Fuel Response Plan

The Government has released a Fuel Response Plan in response to growing fuel supply uncertainty linked to ongoing conflict in the Middle East, signalling a more coordinated national approach to […]