News
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Tenancy
20 April 2022
Damage because of weather events
Wild weather can cause damage at your rental property. Find out what to do if your rental needs repairs after extreme weather or a natural disaster.
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Policy and legislation
14 April 2022
Changes to the healthy homes standards finalised
Changes to the healthy homes standards have been finalised today and will become law on 12 May 2022.
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Policy and legislation
16 February 2022
Consultation on proposed regulation of residential property managers
The Government is seeking feedback on proposals for the regulation of residential property managers.
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Tenancy
1 February 2022
Top 5 tips for bond refunds
Prevent issues with getting your bond back. Read our tips for tenants and landlords.
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Tenancy
13 December 2021
Opening hours over the holiday period
Tenancy Services will be closed over the holiday period. If you have a question during this time, you can find the answer on our website.
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Tenancy
7 December 2021
Collecting information responsibly
As a landlord you need to collect information about your tenants – but what sort can you ask for, and how do you make sure you use that information responsibly?
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Healthy homes
3 December 2021
Upcoming changes to the healthy homes standards announced
Today the Government has announced upcoming changes to the healthy homes standards in response to feedback from the rental sector.
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Tenancy
22 November 2021
Stay safe around the pool this summer
Summer is fast approaching and if you have a pool at your rental property, it is important to understand your responsibilities for pool safety and maintenance.
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Tenancy
10 November 2021
Landlord of the Year 2021
Congratulations to the winner and runner-up for the 2021 New Zealand Property Investors’ Federation (NZPIF) Landlord of the Year award.
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Tenancy Tribunal
1 November 2021
Landlord ordered to pay after child contracts rheumatic heart disease due to substandard housing
A Christchurch landlord has been ordered to pay $38,626.12 after a Tenancy Tribunal hearing found multiple breaches.
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Tenancy
21 October 2021
Looking after your rental's lawns and gardens
Find out what you're responsible for in your backyard.
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Tenancy
18 October 2021
Keep your whānau safe from fire - push the button this weekend
Find out how to look after your smoke alarms, so they can look after you.
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Policy and legislation
29 September 2021
Government announces further details of tax changes for some landlords
The Government has announced further details of tax changes for property investors that will come into effect 1 October 2021.
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Tenancy
26 July 2021
Translated resources available
Did you know we provide resources in a number of different languages? We’ve made them easier to find on our website.
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Health and safety
21 July 2021
Support available for West Coast flooding
Following the recent West Coast flooding a number of homes have been damaged and the Temporary Accommodation Service has been activated.
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Tenancy
1 July 2021
What 1 July means for you and the healthy homes standards
1 July 2021 ─ this is the first compliance date for rental properties to meet the five healthy homes standards. Find out what this means for you.
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Health and safety
28 June 2021
Support available for tornado in Papatoetoe and flooding in other areas
The Temporary Accommodation Service has been activated following recent severe weather events in Papatoetoe, Tokomaru Bay and Canterbury.
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Health and safety
14 June 2021
Support available for Canterbury flooding
The Temporary Accommodation Service has been activated today following the flooding in Canterbury. Find out what to do if your rental property has been damaged.
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Rent, bond and bills
25 May 2021
Multiple bonds can now be lodged using direct debit
With cheques being phased out, direct debit is now available as a payment method for multiple bond lodgements.
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Policy and legislation
6 April 2021
New pathway to help landlords address anti-social behaviour
Changes to the Residential Tenancies Act 1986 give landlords a new pathway for responding to anti-social behaviour of tenants.
