Luxon wants modest and consistent house price increases

RNZStuffThe PressOtago Daily TimesMonday 25 August 2025 · 4 outlets · 4 reports · updated

In this story Christopher Luxon, Reserve Bank of New Zealand

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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says he wants to see modest and consistent increases in house prices. He stated that the government aims to make housing more affordable by ensuring wages grow faster than house price inflation. This stance differs from Housing Minister Chris Bishop, who has called for prices to fall.

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First reported by RNZ, Mon 25 Aug 2025, 10:46am · 4 reports from 3 outlets over 3 hours
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