Coast social housing issues raised in Silverdale

Unaffordable rentals and house prices, and a need for pensioner housing were among the issues raised during consultation on the Hibiscus Coast’s housing needs. The consultation, which ends this month, is being conducted by Community Think on behalf of Kainga Ora with feedback to guide the creation of “a public housing development plan” for the Hibiscus and Bays area. Although it is canvassing the wider issues, Kainga Ora’s plan to build 37 homes in Bonair Crescent, Millwater, was frequently raised. A year ago Kainga Ora consulted the community specifically on Bonair, receiving feedback that th...