Author: naomi

Government commits to National Infrastructure Plan

Back in February, we welcomed the release of the National Infrastructure Plan as a long-overdue shift toward more disciplined, evidence-based infrastructure planning. Four months later, the Government has formally responded […]

A fresh look at funding for Fire and Emergency New Zealand

https://youtu.be/KeOl61ReuQs Internal Affairs Minister Brooke Van Velden announced a new review of the insurance-based levy for funding Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ). Property Council warmly welcomes this news. It […]

Health15 at the Residential Development Summit: the results are in (and it’s not great news)

At the March Property Council New Zealand Residential Development Summit in Auckland, something quietly powerful happened. Amid busy schedules, networking sessions, and back-to-back conversations, people stopped — just for 15 […]

Opinion | New Zealand can’t build faster until we build smarter

New Zealand’s construction sector is caught in a cycle of good intentions and uneven outcomes. The ambition is clear: more housing, faster infrastructure delivery and greater affordability. Yet the way […]

On the Move | June 2026

With fresh appointments and promotions spanning valuation, project management, law and more, our members continue to bring new talent and leadership to the property industry. Precinct strengthens capital partnerships focus […]

Infrastructure demand holds up as civil construction costs rise amid fuel shock and geopolitical uncertainty

According to Rider Levett Bucknall’s (RLB) Second Quarter 2026 Infrastructure Forecast report – New Zealand Trends in Infrastructure – the $274 billion infrastructure pipeline and resilient civil construction demand continue […]

Opinion | From access routes to belonging: designing buildings that work for everyone

Property is an industry that shapes who can participate. It determines who can get through the front door, use the facilities, find their way, stay safe, and thrive without more […]

Climate reality check to take centre stage at The Property Conference 2026

As Aotearoa New Zealand’s property leaders gather in Sydney for The Property Conference 2026, one of the most anticipated sessions will tackle a topic that continues to shape the future of […]

Earthquake-prone buildings: Select Committee report due this month

Four months after consultation closed on the Building (Earthquake-prone Buildings) Amendment Bill, the Select Committee is due to report back on 16 June 2026. The report will indicate whether the […]

Property Council members recognised in King’s Birthday Honours

Property Council New Zealand is proud to celebrate two of its members among those recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours — Peter Thompson and Evan Davies, both of whom […]