Richard Hutchinson

04/02/2026

Priced to sell.
Set in the heart of Kaipara Flats, this well-presented three-bedroom home delivers comfort, space and lifestyle in a friendly village community, a lifestyle that's hard to beat.
The owners have moved on and this home is now surplus to their needs making it a fantastic opportunity for buyers ready to act.

04/02/2026

GRANNY FLAT EXEMPTIONS, GUIDANCE AND RESOURCES

The granny flats building consent exemption allows small standalone dwellings up to 70 square metres in size to be built without a building consent if:

-it has a simple design and meets the Building Code
-homeowners notify their local council before they commence building and once it is completed
-the work is carried out or supervised by licensed building professionals
-all exemption conditions are met.
-The guidance explains the conditions for using the exemption and what qualifies as a granny flat. It sets out the steps to follow at each stage of the build and outlines the roles and responsibilities of homeowners, licensed building professionals, and councils.

See the link for more info, or feel free to give us a call to chat :)

17/01/2026

SOLD. 88 Cameron Way in Makarau. We are so happy for our lovely vendors who can now move onto their next chapter, and excited for the new owners as they get ready to move in.

Real Estate Salesperson | Warkworth & Mahurangi | Committed to my clients & the community.

08/01/2026

Fresh start, fantastic value
Auction 1pm 3rd February

20/12/2025

17/12/2025

17/12/2025

Price Adjustment 🔥
Motivated vendors want it SOLD. Prime lifestyle securing and fully consented minor dwelling. Lifestyle, views and income potetial

17/12/2025

SOLD | 28 Settlement Road

12/12/2025

Weekly property update showing positive signs that properties are selling and new ones coming onto the market.

08/12/2025

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