Today, Wednesday 13 May

13th May 2026 By Staff Reporter | news@propertyticker.co.nz | @propertyticker

National

Strong ‘buyer’s market’ is working against anyone trying to sell an apartment
RNZ

Number of new homes consented in Q1 up 14.6% with average build costs up 2.2%
Interest

Cotality data shows Kiwis holding on to homes for longer amid prolonged housing downturn
NZH

Auckland or Queenstown? Where foreign buyers are really putting their money
OR

Property for Industry hikes FY cash dividend guidance by c.10.5%
BD

New Christchurch stadium lures Airbnb buyers but experts say watch the hype
Press

Opposition warns reforms open up conservation estate to sale as government pushes on
RNZ

Christ Church Cathedral could get $15m ratepayer boost despite 14% public support
Press

Auckland Airport’s new domestic terminal takes shape
Post

Christ Church Cathedral could get $15m ratepayer boost despite 14% public support
Press

International

US air fares and hotel rates slump one month ahead of World Cup kick-off
Independent

US hotel operators say promised boon from hosting World Cup hasn’t materialized yet
AP

Hotel execs prepare for evolution of booking journey with rise of AI
CoStar