20 Oct 2026
3 hours ago
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Kāinga Ora has smashed its savings target, significantly reduced the cost of building social homes, and improved its performance as a landlord, Housing Minister Chris Bishop and Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka say. "The latest results in Kainga Ora’s annual report for 2025/26 show the Government's turnaround of the agency is delivering better value for taxpayers and better outcomes for tenants," Mr Bishop says. "When we came into Government, Kāinga Ora was financially unsustainable.
24 Mar 2026
6 months ago
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The Government is introducing a new regulatory framework for residential property managers to improve accountability, consistency, and trust in the rental sector. This regime will establish a public register, set clear standards for financial management and conduct, and create a formal complaints and disciplinary process supported by dedicated authorities. The changes aim to protect client funds, ensure proper training and eligibility, and foster a stable housing market benefiting both landlords and tenants.
07 Feb 2026
8 months ago
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Since the pet bond system began on 1 December 2025, over 1,700 pet bonds have been lodged, reflecting positive uptake among renters with pets. The system aims to balance renters' ability to keep pets with landlords' need for protection by allowing pet bonds up to two weeks’ rent and requiring landlord consent on reasonable grounds. Managed through Tenancy Services, the reform provides a clear, practical process that supports both tenants and landlords in the rental market.
29 Oct 2025
11 months ago
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Starting from December 1, 2025, changes to the Residential Tenancies Act will provide tenants with pets more rental property options, as announced by Housing Minister Chris Bishop, Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour, and Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka. The new policy introduces a pet bond system allowing landlords and tenants to lodge, top-up, or refund pet bonds, aiming to facilitate pet-friendly rentals and benefit both tenants and landlords. The reforms emphasize the importance of fairness, trust, and supporting a well-functioning rental property market, with a focus on practical solutions that cater to the needs of renters and property owners alike.
09 Oct 2025
1 year ago
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Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka announces new regulations for managing methamphetamine residue in rental properties to provide clarity and safety for both tenants and landlords. The rules establish contamination thresholds, procedures for testing and decontamination, and guidelines for handling abandoned goods in affected properties. Extensive consultation with experts and stakeholders has informed the development of these regulations, which are set to take effect next year to improve safety and transparency in the rental market.
09 Oct 2025
1 year ago
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Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka announces new regulations for managing methamphetamine residue in rental properties, aiming to provide clarity and safety for both landlords and tenants. The regulations set clear guidelines for contamination levels, decontamination requirements, and tenant options when residue levels exceed certain thresholds. Extensive consultation with experts and stakeholders has informed the development of these regulations, which are expected to be implemented next year.