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Rolleston’s rapid growth has made it car-dependent, despite early urban planning promise
New Zealand's fastest-growing town south of Christchurch has become increasingly car-dependent despite initial planning ideals.
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Community leader warns of Airbnb risk in planned subdivision
A community leader has raised concerns that homes in a planned subdivision could be converted into short-term holiday rentals.
Politics
Devonport development fast-tracked despite local backlash over height and heritage concerns
Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop has approved a fast-track assessment for a major Devonport development featuring a hotel and eight-storey apartments, sparking community opposition.
Politics
Mayors push back against fast-tracked housing developments
Several New Zealand mayors are calling for the Government to pause fast-tracked greenfield housing projects, but the Infrastructure Minister says he cannot pause approvals already underway.
New Zealand
Queenstown activist leads opposition to fast-tracked subdivision
Hanna Pettit is spearheading local opposition to a major fast-tracked rural subdivision in Queenstown.
New Zealand
Wellington’s Arlington social housing project scaled back to 104 homes
Housing Minister Chris Bishop has reset the stalled Wellington social housing project to build 104 homes instead of the original 301, citing cost overruns.
New Zealand
Napier family’s solar panels threatened by planned high-rise development
A Napier family fears a new six-storey KΔinga Ora building opposite their home could cast shadows over their $110,000 solar power system.
Politics
Auckland Council faces 24,000 property assessments under new ecological protection compensation rules
New rules requiring compensation for ecological protections are creating substantial administrative and legal challenges for Auckland Council.
Politics
Auckland Council seeks tools to shape city growth and resist out-of-sequence developments
Auckland local body politicians want advice on how to push back on unanticipated growth and better direct where the city develops.