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News in Brief
Value of commercial property sales lowest in a decade
News in Brief

Value of commercial property sales lowest in a decade

The value of New Zealand commercial property has fallen 10% since the 2021 peak, after the sharp interest rate rises and weak economic activity of the past few years, Westpac says.The number of commercial property transactions has also fallen, with the value of sales dropping bel...

Maria Slade 09 Dec 2024
NZ firm Bastion Security expands to Aus with acquisition
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NZ firm Bastion Security expands to Aus with acquisition

Bastion is backed by investment from Australia’s Quadrant Private Equity.

Ben Moore 09 Dec 2024
Govt proposes insulation standard adjustments to cut costs
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Govt proposes insulation standard adjustments to cut costs

Proposed 'commonsense changes' could shave $15,000 off upfront costs.

Gregor Thompson 09 Dec 2024