Government to enable higher housing density near Auckland rail stations

NZ HeraldRNZThursday 26 June 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

In this story Chris Bishop, Auckland Council

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The Government will require higher housing density around key City Rail Link stations to future-proof Auckland. Housing Minister Chris Bishop stated that central intensification aims to utilise existing infrastructure. The Auckland Council reportedly broadly agrees with the directive for high-rise apartments alongside the rail upgrade.

How they headlined it

First reported by NZ Herald, Thu 26 Jun 2025, 6:00am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 2 hours
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  2. RNZRNZ

    Housing makes 'a lot of sense' close to new Auckland train stations - Chris Bishop (opens in new tab)