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ŌWAIRAKA PROGRESS UPDATE: QUARTER 1, 2026

15 Apr 2026
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WHAT’S HAPPENING ON THE GROUND

Ōwairaka is part of the wider Roskill Development, led by Kāinga Ora – Homes and Communities. This large-scale, long-term project is transforming the neighbourhood with modern, warm homes and essential new infrastructure.

When fully complete, the Ōwairaka Development will deliver 1,164 new homes, replacing approximately 200 existing social homes and creating a vibrant, mixed community

So far, here’s where we’re at:

HOMES DELIVERED AND ON THE WAY

  • 460+ new homes completed so far:
    - Approximately 180 social homes
    - Around 280 market homes
  • Around 360 homes are currently under construction.
  • More market homes will begin construction, reach completion, and become available to purchase in 2026.
  • Only a few social housing sites remain to be completed.

  • All market land is now fully contracted across 11 development partners.

LOOKING AHEAD

Ōwairaka will continue to take shape as a modern, well-connected and resilient neighbourhood, with homes and infrastructure working together to support a thriving community.


TIMELINE

Autumn 2026

  • Market home construction continues
  • More market homes become available for sale

Winter 2026

  • Market home construction continues
  • More market homes complete and available to purchase

  • New social homes complete


TOTAL HOMES (by stage)

NEW HOMES STAGE 1 STAGE 2 STAGE 3 STAGE 4 TOTALS
SOCIAL 126 59 45 47 277
MARKET 108 272 127 368 875
TOTAL 234 331 172 415 1152

* Approximate numbers only. We will provide updates if there are any changes to the plans.


HOMES FOR SALE

From first homes to forever homes – there are all sorts of beautiful, brand new, high-quality houses for sale in Roskill Development. See all of the homes for sale right now, here.

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

Click here to learn more about Ōwairaka or get in touch with a member of our team. Or pop in for an in-person chat with one of the team. Roskill Development has an information cube for the Ōwairaka neighbourhood at 80 Hendon Avenue, Mt Albert, which is open Thursday and Saturday between 9am – 2pm. Walk-ins welcome, or you can make a booking.

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