Category: News

The case for reinstating building depreciation – permanently

New Zealand is the only country in the OECD that offers no tax depreciation on commercial or industrial buildings, and Property Council New Zealand says the gap is costing the […]

Capacity for change – Auckland Unitary Plan PC120 amendments

Auckland’s Planning Committee has picked a hybrid path forward for PC120, the plan change reshaping housing capacity across the city. We break down the changes, the timeline and what Property […]

Drawn from the Ballot: Building (Energy Efficient Office Buildings) Amendment Bill

Advocacy Manager, Sandamali Ambepitiya, explains the basics of the Building (Energy Efficient Office Buildings) Amendment Bill and Property Council’s position. The Building (Energy Efficient Office Buildings) Amendment Bill has been […]

On the Move | August 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. Kiwi Property appoints new CFO Kiwi […]

The cost of connecting to the electricity network is under review

Property Council is preparing a submission on the Electricity Authority’s latest consultation on Distribution Connection Pricing Reform. So, what exactly is changing – and why should the property sector care? […]

Leadership starts with belonging

Leadership takes many forms, but it always starts with people who are willing to step forward. https://youtu.be/hC5d363bizM In the latest instalment of our Built to Last series, Property Council New […]

Kathryn Wilson to share the lessons behind building a resilient retail brand

Just announced at Retail Conference 2026 Economic conditions continue to test retailers across New Zealand. Consumer confidence remains cautious, operating costs have increased, and businesses are continually adapting to changing customer […]

On the Move | July 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. Warren and Mahoney continues Sydney expansion […]

Annual Plan Recap: Latest Council Decisions

Councils around New Zealand have recently made key decisions on their Annual Plans, Development Contribution fees, and water services. Property Council has been actively engaging in these local government processes, […]

Project Spotlight: Mountain High

When The Mill opened in Queenstown in 2025, it filled a long-felt gap in the Southern Lakes region: nowhere combined elite training, recovery and specialist healthcare under one roof. That […]