The findings from a Renters United survey were released on Saturday, with concerns also raised about a lack of oversight and accountability for landlords and property managers.
New Zealand
Sunday 6:00am
3:03
The Paris-based tenor and soprano, married ten years, brought Manon to a sold-out St James Theatre — inspiring a new generation of young Pasifika in the process.
Sat, Aug 15
2:31
Tiaki Wai said water was expected to return late Saturday night.
A multibillion-dollar project that would radically change inner-city Wellington has entered the fast-track process - but its fate is still unknown.
The 1940s home was billed as a "project you don't want to miss" and was being offered for sale on an "as-is, where-is basis".
Health
Thu, Aug 13
The Kāinga Ora Arlington development will build 104 social homes – about a third of the original plan for 301 homes.
It’s all hands on deck at Castlepoint Hotel - The Whakataki in preparation for the taps to start flowing again after a six-month hiatus.
Business
Wed, Aug 12
Book Haven in Wellington's Newtown started to receive more orders than it could possibly handle.
Mon, Aug 10
From mergers to standoffs, councils nationwide raced to finalise Head Start proposals before Sunday's deadline.
Politics
Councillor Randle, who represented the Takapū/Northern Ward, was first elected in 2022 and re-elected in 2025.
Complaints included confusingly high fortnightly payments and extra water charges for granny flats.
Sun, Aug 9
New research simulating what would happen to the capital's road network in a major earthquake found some parts would be cut off for months.
Jo Jones managed to pull her pet out before her head went under "very wide-eyed, it gave her a fright".
Environment
Fri, Aug 7
Record electricity demand and freezing temperatures are piling pressure on households, with charities reporting more people are struggling to afford heating and the basics.
Wed, Aug 5
MetService meteorologist John Law said people would "definitely need those extra layers, those gloves, and those woolly blankets" over the next few days.
The proposed gondola, zipline, surf and dining attraction has secured fresh investment, pending Overseas Investment Office approval.
Two cats were shot with pellet guns in separate incidents last week.
Tue, Aug 4
Isaac Levings disappeared from Queens Wharf after attending a concert by pop rock band, The 1975 at TSB Arena.
Mon, Aug 3
Chris Bishop says an investigation found some heritage provisions are having negative impacts on economic growth.
MetService says snow and icy roads could disrupt travel early this week before bitterly cold mornings settle in across much of New Zealand.
DoorDash and Uber Eats said average on-trip earnings for drivers exceeded minimum wage, but drivers have argued the figures fail to account for unpaid waiting time and other hidden costs.
Sun, Aug 2
Infected person attended Matariki events, concerts and a major international sports event in Wellington – and officials fear more cases are going undetected.
Thu, Jul 30
MetService said there was "moderate confidence" the gales would affect the Marlborough Sounds, Wellington and Wairarapa.
Tue, Jul 28
"We pray for those who have taken the icons and request that you would return them... no questions asked," a note on the door read.
Crime and Justice
Phoenix head coach Chris Grenacre said he was "absolutely delighted" Rufer has extended his stay in the capital.
Football
Mon, Jul 27
