Rural news and publications

Overseas forestry investment in marginal sheep and beef country may be set to return

June 2024

Overseas forestry investment in marginal sheep and beef country may be set to return

Converting sheep and beef country to forestry is a controversial subject in many rural communities. However, for those seeking to optimise a farm’s value and therefore quit it in the best...
Highly regarded Marlborough dairy farm sells for first time since 1860s

June 2024

Highly regarded Marlborough dairy farm sells for first time since 1860s

One of Marlborough’s most admired and longest held farms sold in March.  Raidale, a 322 hectare low input, self-contained Rai Valley dairy farm, producing around 200,000 kilograms of milk...
Regional Real Estate Reports - June 2024

June 2024

Regional Real Estate Reports - June 2024

Read a snapshot about the current trends of the property market in your region.    Northland While a good range of the region’s properties are available for sale, buyers...
Dairy paving the way for rural property market recovery

May 2024

Dairy paving the way for rural property market recovery

Dairy looks set to lead the recovery of the rural property market. Having been at a low point of...
Property report: Momentum remains subdued in the rural market

May 2024

Property report: Momentum remains subdued in the rural market

 Momentum in the rural property market remains subdued, with farm sales for the calendar year significantly down. PGG Wrightson General Manager of Real Estate, Peter Newbold, put that figure...
Much loved Waikato dirt bike park for sale

May 2024

Much loved Waikato dirt bike park for sale

A high-profile Waikato adventure tourism business, within easy reach of Auckland and Hamilton and attracting enthusiasts from around the world, is for sale. Thundercross Valley Dirt Bike Park,...
Coastal vs. Country - where should you set up home in the regions of New Zealand?

May 2024

Coastal vs. Country - where should you set up home in the regions of New Zealand?

From the bright lights of the big cities, to picturesque provincial towns and, as some may say, ‘the sticks’, there’s no shortage of places to call home in New Zealand. But with all...
Property report: Rural market hits a low but there’s hope for the future

April 2024

Property report: Rural market hits a low but there’s hope for the future

The rural property market has reached “the bottom,” but “won’t need a lot...
One of Northland’s ‘most highly prized coastal properties’ is ready for buyers

April 2024

One of Northland’s ‘most highly prized coastal properties’ is ready for buyers

The ‘winterless north’ of New Zealand has long been a favoured destination for those seeking an unsurpassed lifestyle. Now there’s the opportunity for an astute buyer (or even...
Rural property market snapshots

March 2024

Rural property market snapshots

A concise report on the rural real estate market - from Northland to Southland and everywhere in between. Northland Excellent summer weather with strong productivity was good news for Northland...
Property report: Tough times slowing the rural market

March 2024

Property report: Tough times slowing the rural market

The rural property market is finally starting to see more activity following a difficult period for farm sales. “To be brutally honest, it has been tough for some time,” General Manager...
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...
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...
‘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...