New Zealand plans to build 150 social homes in Hawke's Bay by 2027, investing $140M.

The New Zealand government plans to build 150 new social homes in Hawke's Bay using a community-led approach. This initiative, part of a $140 million investment for 1,500 new social homes nationwide, aims to address the high need for social housing in the region. The Ministry of Housing and Urban Development is collaborating with local housing providers, iwi, and community groups to deliver these homes between June 2025 and June 2027.