Tag: housing_development
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New Zealand Home Consents Jump 21 Percent Annually
New Zealand's home consents surged by 21 percent to 40,908 in the year ending July 2026, driven by increases in both stand-alone and multi-unit dwellings, according to Stats NZ. This marks a significant strengthening in the housing development sector.
BusinessEconomyReal EstateGeneral Politics Home ConsentsHousing DevelopmentStats NZBuilding PermitsJuly 2026Economic IndicatorsStatistics New Zealand
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New Home Consents Surge 19% in New Zealand, Signaling Sector Recovery
New Zealand's building sector sees over 40,000 new home consents, a 19% rise, signaling a positive outlook. Government reforms aim to boost activity and jobs, addressing previous declines and increasing demand for construction workers.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborEnergyEnvironmentLegal home consentsconstructionbuilding sectorChris Penkgovernment policyhousing developmentNew Zealand Government
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ACT Criticizes Red Tape After Christchurch Housing Project Cancelled
ACT criticizes red tape for hindering progress, citing a cancelled housing development in Christchurch. The party advocates for regulatory reforms to streamline processes and reduce burdens on businesses and families.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEconomyGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsFinancial MarketsLawSocial Issues ACTChristchurchhousing developmentred tapeRegulatory Standards BillCOVID-19 Royal CommissionNicole McKeeACT Party NZ