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Western Bay of Plenty regional deal signed, sealed…

Western Bay of Plenty Deal: Signed, Sealed and Yet to Be Delivered. One of New Zealand’s fastest-growing regions just got a formal growth mandate. The Western Bay of Plenty City […]

Government undertakes massive local government reform

The Government has announced a major shake-up of New Zealand’s local government system, which has left some councils scrambling and others excited.  For the property sector, the announcement signals a […]

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 […]

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 […]

Playing with Fire? New FENZ Levy Lands 1 July 2026

Announced back in 2024, the changes to how Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) levies are funded are now just around the corner, with a new levy system taking effect from 1 July 2026.  Property Council […]

Thinking long-term: why the National Infrastructure Plan matters

On 19 February, the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission (Te Waihanga) officially unveiled the final National Infrastructure Plan to Government. Big moment, big document and an even bigger signal that New […]

Rates capping announced

The Government has officially announced plans to introduce a national rates cap, designed to help councils rein in rising operating costs and create a more disciplined, sustainable funding environment for growth. […]

Wellington’s Golden Mile on hold

The Golden Mile upgrade has been placed on hold, with an independent review scheduled to begin in early 2026. The Golden Mile project aims to transform the key Wellington CBD […]

Government refreshes PPP Guidance

The Government has rolled out updated guidance for Public–Private Partnership (PPP) projects, signalling a refreshed and more ambitious approach to partnering with the private sector on major infrastructure. For a […]