Julia GabelPolitical Journalist·NZ Herald·29 May, 2026 08:00 PM3 mins to read‌The Government's new scheme is designed to return funds to councils who consent more homes. Photo / Jason OxenhamNew analysis reveals only eight councils in New Zealand are expected to make more than $1 million annually from the Government’s fresh efforts to incentivise councils to build more houses.

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