News
See the latest updates from Kāinga Ora – Homes and Communities.
16 Whiringa-ā-nuku 2025
Sale of historic Ponsonby villa supports renewal of state homes
New Zealand’s most valuable state house – a century-old villa in Ponsonby, Auckland – has sold at auction for $3.4 million. The sale of Trinity Street marks another step forward in the work of Kāinga Ora to renew and replace its state housing
14 Whiringa-ā-nuku 2025
Green light for new social housing at former Longford Tavern site in Gore
Kāinga Ora has confirmed work on 16 new social homes at the former Longford Tavern site, located in Gore will begin later this month.
18 Mahuru 2025
Sale of high-value villa to fund new and improved state homes
Kāinga Ora is selling the country’s most valuable state house, with proceeds to be reinvested into new and improved housing.
10 Mahuru 2025
Former Dunedin Aaron Lodge site sold
The property has been on the market since early 2025 and the sale is now unconditional. It is due to be settled at the end of October.
27 Hereturikōkā 2025
Wairoa housing development builds homes and futures
A major housing development in Wairoa is not only delivering much-needed homes but also creating valuable employment and training opportunities for local people.
21 Hereturikōkā 2025
Agreement reached between Kainga Ora and Winton
Winton Land Limited, Sunfield Developments Limited, and Kāinga Ora-Homes and Communities have reached an agreement in respect of the High Court proceeding brought by Winton alleging anti-competitive conduct by Kāinga Ora.
15 Hereturikōkā 2025
Dixon Street Flats sold to iwi
Kāinga Ora has sold the Dixon Street Flats in central Wellington to Taranaki Whānui Limited, the wholly owned commercial arm of Port Nicholson Block Settlement Trust.
7 Hereturikōkā 2025
Te Kūiti community celebrates 11 new homes
Delivered in partnership with Waitomo District Council and local iwi, the development reflects strong community collaboration, with the homes designed to meet the diverse needs of local whānau.
31 Hōngongoi 2025
Kāinga Ora reports on reset progress, releases performance scorecard
A year into its reset, Kāinga Ora is performing better in all its key focus areas and is on the path towards financial sustainability.
30 Hōngongoi 2025
New Nelson homes almost ready for whānau
A significant new social housing development in Nelson will provide 26 homes for tenants and families.
2 Hōngongoi 2025
A stable home helps Thomas focus on healing
When you are living with kidney failure, a warm, stable home is more than just a roof over your head – it’s a critical part of your recovery.
25 Pipiri 2025
A new start for Blenheim whānau
A new 13-home development in Blenheim will provide a stable home for tenants and their families.
No results to display.