The Mix

The signature forgery scandal unleashes chaos for Whanganui and Rangitīkei District Councils

Whanganui and Rangitīkei district councils are facing turmoil due to the actions of Jonathan Beau Hall, an engineering technologist accused of forging signatures. Hall allegedly approved over 1000 buildings across the country by falsifying engineer signatures. The scandal has implications for 40 other councils as well.  More...

Iconic station in Cromwell hits the market with a price range of $30-35 million

A picturesque landmark situated alongside Lake Dunstan and the charming town of Cromwell is now up for sale. The iconic station, renowned for its stunning views, has been listed with an estimated price range of $30 million to $35 million.  More...

Hamilton Gardens named top 1% of travel experiences in the world

Hamilton Gardens has achieved international acclaim as a recipient of Tripadvisor's prestigious 2023 Travelers' Choice Best of the Best award. Recognized as one of the top 1% of listings worldwide, the gardens have garnered stellar reviews and opinions from visitors over a 12-month period. More...

Decrease in home renovation activity coupled with rising expenses

As the housing market in New Zealand cools down, it appears that the enthusiasm for home renovations among New Zealanders is also waning. According to Statistics NZ, there was an 8.2% decline in the number of building consents issued for dwelling alterations in May, with only 2648 recorded, compared to the same month last year. More...

Low sales volumes as housing values decline in the majority of locations

Residential property values are experiencing a continued decrease in most areas across the country, with Quotable Value (QV) warning about potential volatility due to low sales volumes.  More...

Online tool revealing landlord's property ownership shut down for privacy violation

A popular online search tool, whatdoesmylandlordown.org, which enabled tenants to easily discover the other properties owned by their landlords, has been removed. The decision to take down the website was prompted by a notification from Deputy Privacy Commissioner Liz MacPherson, who stated that the tool violated the Privacy Act. More...

High Court orders owners of fire-damaged rental property to  compensate Tower Insurance

During an investigation after a fire on a rental property, it was discovered that the tenants had modified the property without obtaining the necessary building and resource consents. They had divided the property into two self-contained units, each equipped with its own kitchen. More...

High-risk flood damaged homes face delays

 Owners of flood-damaged homes in Auckland categorized as high-risk (Category 3) are facing extended uncertainty as the government and local councils have yet to reach a consensus on cost-sharing measures.  More...

Most sustainable home in Nelson

Nelson couple Nathan Edmondston and Yuki Fukuda, along with their daughter Miyu Edmondston, 8, are the proud owners of one of New Zealand's leading sustainable homes. Their exemplary residence serves as a model for the housing industry, showcasing the possibilities of sustainable living. More...