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Thank you for your feedback in the REINZ Member Survey

03/06/2026

Thank you for your feedback in the REINZ Member Survey

Every year, we run the REINZ Member Survey to hear directly from the people who know the industry best. Whether it's education, advocacy, data, tools, resources, or something else – this is your chance to have your say.

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3/06/2026 2:00:00 PM
Advocacy and Government Relations Update – May 2026

21/05/2026

Advocacy and Government Relations Update – May 2026

REINZ Advocacy and Government Relations Update. There’s been strong positive momentum across our advocacy work recently — explore the latest developments here.

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21/05/2026 9:00:00 AM
REINZ welcomes balanced, risk-based AML reforms for New Zealanders

11/05/2026

REINZ welcomes balanced, risk-based AML reforms for New Zealanders

Read the media release from REINZ responding to the Government’s latest anti–money laundering reforms.

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11/05/2026 3:00:00 PM
Top auctioneers crowned at 2026 REINZ National Auctioneering Championships

22/04/2026

Top auctioneers crowned at 2026 REINZ National Auctioneering Championships

New Zealand’s top auctioneers went head-to-head in Auckland, with the 2026 REINZ National Auctioneering Championships delivering two days of high-energy competition and exceptional talent.

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22/04/2026 8:00:00 AM
REINZ Welcomes Significant Progress on Regulation of  Residential Property Manager

24/03/2026

REINZ Welcomes Significant Progress on Regulation of Residential Property Manager

The Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) welcomes the positive work of Hon. Tama Potaka, in his capacity as the Associate Minister of Housing, in progressing the regulation of residential property managers.

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24/03/2026 2:15:00 PM
New Versions of Forms (ASPRE, Auction and Tender) coming on 21 April 2026

11/03/2026

New Versions of Forms (ASPRE, Auction and Tender) coming on 21 April 2026

New versions of Agreement for Sale and Purchase (ASPRE), Auction and Tender to be released on 21 April 2026, and other important information

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11/03/2026 8:00:00 AM
Updates to ASPRE, Auction and Tender Agreements, and Privacy Compliance

13/02/2026

Updates to ASPRE, Auction and Tender Agreements, and Privacy Compliance

This update highlights upcoming changes to standard property agreements and privacy requirements, taking effect 1 May 2026.

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13/02/2026 11:30:00 AM
REINZ welcomes reform enabling Active Investor Plus visa holders to buy/build homes over $5 million

17/12/2025

REINZ welcomes reform enabling Active Investor Plus visa holders to buy/build homes over $5 million

The Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) welcomes the passing into law of the Overseas Investment (National Interest Test and Other Matters) Amendment Act (Act), which introduces a more efficient and risk-based approach to overseas investment

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17/12/2025 9:10:00 AM
REINZ Advocacy and Government Relations Update

03/12/2025

REINZ Advocacy and Government Relations Update

There has been a lot happening on the Advocacy and Government Relations front at REINZ - read our latest update here.

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3/12/2025 8:30:00 AM
The Art of Not Caving: Reflections from the Mother of a Two-Year-Old

28/11/2025

The Art of Not Caving: Reflections from the Mother of a Two-Year-Old

In this article, Sarina Gibbon, tenancy advisor and founder of Tenancy Advisory, explores effective management authority.

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28/11/2025 2:00:00 PM
Managing Medicinal Cannabis Use and Odour in Rental Properties

27/11/2025

Managing Medicinal Cannabis Use and Odour in Rental Properties

Tenancy Services provided some guidance on how to navigate these situations appropriately and lawfully.

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27/11/2025 2:00:00 PM
REINZ Announces New Director and Life Member at AGM

26/11/2025

REINZ Announces New Director and Life Member at AGM

REINZ held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Tuesday, 25 November 2025. During the meeting, we were pleased to announce the appointment of our new Region Three Director, and to award Life Membership to one of our long-standing members.

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26/11/2025 11:00:00 AM
Dealing with Complaints Effectively

12/11/2025

Dealing with Complaints Effectively

Read about how you can implement well-structured processes that support effective complaint management.

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12/11/2025 8:30:00 AM
REINZ Welcomes Regulation of Methamphetamine (Meth) Contamination in Rental Housing

09/10/2025

REINZ Welcomes Regulation of Methamphetamine (Meth) Contamination in Rental Housing

Read the REINZ press release welcoming the Government’s move to regulate meth contamination in rental housing.

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9/10/2025 1:00:00 PM
Avoiding Anti-Competitive Behaviour

15/09/2025

Avoiding Anti-Competitive Behaviour

This update is a reminder to all licensees to uphold professional standards and adhere to fair competition practices.

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15/09/2025 12:00:00 PM
Achieving Compliance with Healthy Homes Standards

04/09/2025

Achieving Compliance with Healthy Homes Standards

Read what REINZ RPM Ambassador Julia Day has written about the Healthy Home Standards, now that the deadline has passed.

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4/09/2025 1:00:00 PM
Real Estate’s Best Take Centre Stage at the 2025 REINZ Awards for Excellence

19/08/2025

Real Estate’s Best Take Centre Stage at the 2025 REINZ Awards for Excellence

The 2025 REINZ Awards for Excellence awarded 46 prizes to real estate professionals from all sectors. The event brought together leading real estate agencies and individuals from around New Zealand to acknowledge and celebrate their achievements.

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19/08/2025 9:00:00 AM
AML/CFT (Supervisor, Levy, and Other Matters) Amendment Bill – Submissions Open

08/08/2025

AML/CFT (Supervisor, Levy, and Other Matters) Amendment Bill – Submissions Open

Read about the AML/CFT (Supervisor, Levy and Other Matters) Amendment Bill and how REINZ is involved in the reform space here.

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8/08/2025 10:00:00 AM
Early Release of Deposits and Waiver of Title Requisition Rights

08/08/2025

Early Release of Deposits and Waiver of Title Requisition Rights

This update outlines best practices when adding additional clauses in the Further Terms of Sale section of the standard REINZ/TLANZ Agreement for Sales and Purchase of Real Estate.

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8/08/2025 9:00:00 AM
Updates on Healthy Homes Compliance

28/05/2025

Updates on Healthy Homes Compliance

Read what REINZ RPM Ambassador, Cherie Osbaldiston says on Healthy Homes Compliance.

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28/05/2025 2:15:00 PM