The Mix

Surprise at new Chinese container-style Kāinga Ora apartments for Sandringham

New public housing units craned onto a Sandringham site have shocked locals who said the places looked more like shipping containers than residences. More...

Home Up for Auction with a $1 Reserve to Support Mental Health for New Zealand Tradespeople

The auction supportsLive Well Build Well, a collaborative initiative launched in 2022 by the Mental Health Foundation and ACC. More...

Tax cuts: Find out how much you'll get from Govt's Budget 2024

The Government has revealed its final plans for tax cuts, with average-income households getting a cut of $102 per fortnight under the revised brackets.  More...

Research Affirms New Zealand  a Second Home Hotspot

New Zealand is one of the most coveted places in the world for buyers wishing to purchase a second home, says a leading real estate agency. More...

Baby tuatara discovered at Invercargill museum demolition site

Four baby tuatara have been discovered in their old enclosure at the demolition site of Invercargill's former museum. More...

Housing market rally stumbles as New Zealand and Auckland prices fall

The recent housing market rally has stumbled with Auckland and national prices falling for the second month in a row, new data shows. More...

The Canterbury couple living life in aeroplane mode

Canterbury couple Neil and Sue Mugford enjoy living in their decommissioned Boeing 727. Although they’ll admit, the air hostess’ service isn’t always prompt .More...