Auckland Council has introduced some of the most significant planning changes in years through Plan Change 120 (PC120) — a package that reshapes housing intensification rules while completely overhauling how flood hazards are managed across the region.

Whether you’re a homeowner, buyer, or developer, PC120 will likely affect how your property can be used, improved, or valued. Here’s a simple breakdown of what’s changing and why it matters.

Thinking of selling in the new year? Discover why early January is one of the best times to list your home. Lawrence Liew, leading real estate agent in Howick and East Auckland, explains how minimal competition, strong buyer demand, and our One Step Ahead travel giveaway can put you in the strongest position for 2026.

Put simply, East Auckland has the lifestyle, infrastructure, and schools that make it one of the most desirable areas to live and invest in.

Over the past few months, I’ve been talking with a number of developers, and there’s a clear trend emerging: developers are no longer building the “shoe boxes” of the past. Instead, the focus is shifting toward more spacious, thoughtfully designed homes that better meet the needs of today’s buyers.

Recent data shows that Christchurch’s housing market is holding steady, even as other regions in New Zealand continue to experience slower growth.

Big news this week: wealthy foreigners with a “golden visa” will once again be allowed to buy property in New Zealand — but only if it’s a luxury home worth at least $5 million.