If you're living in the bigger cities, it can feel like townhouses are popping up everywhere like mushrooms. Data published by Bayleys last month found townhouses are now 45 percent of all new homes consented nationwide. But are they a good investment? And what should potential buyers consider before buying a townhouse? Ed Mcknight is the Resident Economist at Opes Partners and he's also half of the Property Academy Podcast along with Andrew Nicol.
Counsellors that make relationships worse?
28/04/2026 | 15 mins.
Relationship counsellors are often suggested as a sure-fire way to improve relations between couples going through challenging times. But are they always the best option? How do you know if counselling is the best bet? With waiting lists, what ability do you have to pick and choose? What are red flags to look for? Sex and relationship therapist Jo Robertson is with me now.
Around the motu: Logan Savory editor of the Southland Tribune
28/04/2026 | 9 mins.
Logan discusses claims from Invercargill's mayor that local government is a "broken system," plus the extra backing the council is giving the development of The Southland Museum, a local sawmill plans a $115 million expansion and Southland Girl's High School's first male principal in its 147 year history.
Book review : Crux by Gabriel Tallent
28/04/2026 | 5 mins.
Lucy Black reviews Crux by Gabriel Tallent, published by Penguin Books New Zealand.
Business with Cécile Meier
28/04/2026 | 11 mins.
Cécile discusses expansion plans by Chemist Warehouse and discusses green-lipped mussels' export figures, which have more than doubled since 2023.
Smart, in-depth and relentlessly curious, host Kathryn Ryan dives into the stories shaping New Zealand and its people. Interviews and expert analysis from around the world and at home. It’s where big ideas are unpacked and everyday life explored.
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