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In Rural

Historic property traces 150 years of Otago peninsula dairy farming

March 2024

Historic property traces 150 years of Otago peninsula dairy farming

A 96 hectare Highcliff property, with panoramic harbour and ocean views, and 150 years of the...
Commercial vs rural property: making the most of the opportunity to diversify

March 2024

Commercial vs rural property: making the most of the opportunity to diversify

Many generations of farmers have expanded their financial interests beyond the farm gate by buying commercial real estate. This includes owning office buildings, retail spaces, factories, and other...
Upswing predicted for inbound overseas investment

March 2024

Upswing predicted for inbound overseas investment

New Zealand rural property remains an attractive proposition for overseas investors, says a new addition to the PGG Wrightson Real Estate team. Gary Brooks recently started as branch manager,...
‘Most admired’ Moa Flat farm offered for the first time since 1955

March 2024

‘Most admired’ Moa Flat farm offered for the first time since 1955

One of the most admired farms in West Otago is for sale for the first time in 69 years. Situated 36 kilometres north of Tapanui, 39 kilometres south west of Roxburgh and carrying approximately...

In Residential

Timaru townhouse successfully maximises spectacular views

March 2024

Timaru townhouse successfully maximises spectacular views

A brand new Timaru townhouse with a range of views among the most varied and spectacular in the country is for sale. Formerly the site of a large villa built in the 1930s, which was used in its...
Peter Newbold talks to us about... Market settling back into established patterns

March 2024

Peter Newbold talks to us about... Market settling back into established patterns

Recent sales data for lifestyle and residential property shows that the market is beginning to reorient following a downturn last year, re-establishing long term trends. We are generally returning...
What does 2024 have in store for the property market in New Zealand?

February 2024

What does 2024 have in store for the property market in New Zealand?

The most recent numbers are in and it seems that the New Zealand property market is starting to make its comeback after a quiet 24 month period.  According to REINZ, figures from December show...
How to: Choose a Real Estate Agent to Sell Your Property

January 2024

How to: Choose a Real Estate Agent to Sell Your Property

Check out your local market You probably already know of a few agents around your town or region....

Publications

Katikati harbourside property poised for idyllic development

March 2024

Katikati harbourside property poised for idyllic development

A 58 hectare harbourside property five kilometres south of Katikati is for sale. Presenting a new...
One of North Canterbury’s finest

March 2024

One of North Canterbury’s finest

After several top North Canterbury rural properties have sold well in recent months, one of the...
Outstanding rural property to transform into coastal subdivision

March 2024

Outstanding rural property to transform into coastal subdivision

An exceptional Northland rural property, subdivided to enable the establishment of a select number...
Planning for intergenerational success

March 2024

Planning for intergenerational success

To be able to pass on a family legacy to the next generation is one of the most satisfying...
What to expect from a property appraisal

January 2024

What to expect from a property appraisal

What happens at your free appraisal? A property appraisal is a way for you, as a homeowner, to...
A guide to selling your property in 2024

January 2024

A guide to selling your property in 2024

Set yourself up for success It’s time to move on, but where to next? You haven’t...

In Lifestyle

South Canterbury cottage from 1910 transformed into a renovation ‘masterpiece’

March 2024

South Canterbury cottage from 1910 transformed into a renovation ‘masterpiece’

A ‘picture perfect’ coastal property, at Normanby eight kilometres south of Timaru is for sale. Lyz Palmer of PGG Wrightson Real Estate, Timaru is marketing the home, situated on a 4000...
This home truly is their castle

March 2024

This home truly is their castle

In 1992, after Denise and Greg Powell bought a 13 hectare Portobello bare block overlooking Otago Harbour, they didn’t think they’d spend the next 30 years in medieval mode. Making plans...
Controversial highway opens up Horowhenua lifestyle opportunities

March 2024

Controversial highway opens up Horowhenua lifestyle opportunities

Almost two years on from the completion of one of New Zealand’s most controversial infrastructure developments, Horowhenua is reaping the benefits of Transmission Gully, which has helped...
Fiordland property market ‘hotspot’ bucks national trend

January 2024

Fiordland property market ‘hotspot’ bucks national trend

While property transactions in most of the country are at a low ebb, the ‘hotspot’...

In Commercial

PGG Wrightson Real Estate opens new Bay of Plenty regional office in Te Puna

December 2023

PGG Wrightson Real Estate opens new Bay of Plenty regional office in Te Puna

PGG Wrightson Real Estate’s Bay of Plenty regional office is shifting to Te Puna. Comprising...
Understanding The Market Key To Capitalising On Commercial Property Opportunities

October 2023

Understanding The Market Key To Capitalising On Commercial Property Opportunities

Farmers have looked beyond the farm gate to invest in commercial property for centuries. Many in the farming community are well versed in the benefits that come from owning an office block, a retail...
Prestigious, historic Northburn Station for sale

July 2023

Prestigious, historic Northburn Station for sale

One of Central Otago’s most spectacular and prestigious high country stations, producing premium quality fine wool since the 1850s, is for sale. Claiming New Zealand’s furthest inland...
Well loved Western Bay of Plenty garden business for sale

April 2023

Well loved Western Bay of Plenty garden business for sale

A well established and broadly appreciated Bay of Plenty business is for sale. Located at Te Puna, 14 kilometres west of Tauranga, Carine is an English style garden centre of 40 years standing with a...