Rentals: Govt to introduce brightline test

Central government will get more houses if it guarantees funding for local-led community projects, Canterbury's mayor says.

New social housing places to support families

RNZ understands the government plans to get rid of first-home grants in favour of putting more money toward social housing.

But while it is offering up services to check houses, it is not offering any cash to help homeowners make these changes.

House prices flatten in April

Stay cool but fence the pool this summer

Aucklanders who have spent the year dealing with storm-affected homes are getting some relief, as the first of the council property buyouts get underway.

Need to freshen up the exterior of your house? Resene paint expert Jay Sharples has some tips and tricks to help you get a perfect finish.

The changes the new Govt has planned for renters