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October 2025

Dorie dairy farm sells at auction for $13.5 million

Auctioning a dairy farm is a rare event, so a 223-hectare Mid Canterbury property that sold at auction this week (15 October) for $13.5 million further underlines the resurgent dairy...

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October 2025

Combination of locality, versatility and productivity makes Karapiro dairy property a rare opportunity

As the sector commences what promises to be an extended upswing, a rare opportunity has arisen to purchase an exceptional and superbly located Waikato dairy farm. Richard Wright and Peter Wylie of...

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October 2025

Large North Canterbury finishing farm is a ‘lasting legacy’

A large farm in a highly regarded part of North Canterbury is for sale. Previously farmed separately, Weka Pass and Gowan Hill have been operated as a single 770-hectare entity since 1999. Weka...

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October 2025

South Otago century farm changes hands for the first time in its history

Along with his two elder brothers, Malcolm McCorkindale travelled from Scotland to Waitahuna, South Otago in 1867. Within a couple of years, and before New Zealand’s system of legal title was...

In Rural

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October 2025

‘It’s incredible really’: Why it’s a good time to buy a farm

Farm values are on the rise, and dairy demand is leading the charge, according to Peter Newbold,...

October 2025

Auction of Mid Canterbury coastal farm will set dairy property market

A 223-hectare farm on some of Mid Canterbury’ most fertile soils is set for auction this October, which should give farmers a clear indication of where the ascending dairy property market...

October 2025

Rural Property Market Outlook – October 2025

After some tough years, several rural property market sectors are now responding well to the upswing in export demand for New Zealand primary production. Dairy is leading the way, with the...

October 2025

Kiwifruit property market enjoying strongest momentum in years

Pictured: From left Paul Wiltshier, Bay of Plenty Area Sales Manager for FruitFed Supplies and Tim Gallagher of PGG Wrightson Real Estate, Te Puke. Prospects for horticulture are more...

In Residential

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October 2025

Ancient Coromandel pā site, now with functions business, returns to whānau hands

An ancient Coromandel pā site that left iwi ownership over a century ago is now back in the hands of whānau with traditional ties to the whenua. Brett Shepherd (Ngāti Tamaterā,...

October 2025

Couple’s perfect fit cozy cottage ends 150 years in the same family

Joel Hart and Emma Francis had been looking at property in North Canterbury for a while. Together as a couple for the past two years, they wanted something small, near the beach, with a big...

July 2025

Should you build new or buy an existing home in a provincial town?

If you're looking to make a move to one of New Zealand’s many vibrant provincial towns - perhaps for a slower pace of life, better affordability, or a stronger sense of community - you’re...

July 2025

Spotlight on: Provincial New Zealand towns less than an hour from big cities

Looking for the sweet spot between peaceful, small-town living and the convenience of city...

Publications

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October 2025

Taieri hydroponics business offers family formula for health and happiness

If greens traditionally keep children healthy, for Otago couple Hannah and Dale Jordan, greens have...

October 2025

Central Otago businesses present appealing opportunities in historic community

Several businesses in a small Central Otago township, all offered for sale at the same time,...

October 2025

Longlands – rare ‘millionaire mile’ equine gem sells well

A well-established equine property deep in one of the country’s most prestigious locations...

October 2025

Fairlie property revealed as ‘flawless,’ finding new owner after change of emphasis

Sometimes a change of direction is the best way to achieve the desired result. Transferring within...

October 2025

Auction creates strong interest in Hunua property, achieving excellent result

Offered for sale for the first time in 50 years, a 15.5-hectare Hunua lifestyle property attracted...

October 2025

How a Waipawa lifestyle property found its enthusiastic buyer

Eighteen months after offering their property for sale privately, having not managed to find a...

In Lifestyle

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July 2025

“If it sits still long enough, we’ll auction it!”

It may be a case of buyer or vendor beware at Dannevirke’s smallholders auction, but it’s all in good fun for this annual community event. One which brings people from all over the...

July 2025

Have you seen these? 10 must-view lifestyle locations across New Zealand in 2025

Whether you're dreaming of rural vistas, coastal charm, or mountain views, New Zealand is full of stunning lifestyle destinations that offer more than just a place to live - they offer a way of...

March 2025

Young family provides motivation for a move back to the country

Making sure their two preschool sons have the same rural upbringing they had themselves was a long-term goal for Eastern Bay of Plenty couple Amber and Joel Ingle. “Buying a lifestyle property...