Latest articles By Colleen Hawkes
The former Ahuriri general store in Napier has been home to Kim Hands for the past 27 years.
23 January 2026
Nothing but the best could well have been the brief for this four-year restoration project in Hawke’s Bay.
20 January 2026
From their elevated position, the former St Patrick’s Church and Catholic presbytery have a commanding presence.
15 January 2026
The former Devonport Post Office has had a new life as commercial premises, but few know about the apartments above.
14 January 2026
Lake House in Queenstown has been listed with an asking price of $10.425 million.
A post-earthquake makeover has restored the splendour of this landmark house in Christchurch, which is for sale.
15 December 2025
The Anchorage in Karitane is a small crib that stops people in their tracks, but it's size is deceiving.
12 December 2025
The house in the bush is wrapped in Pioneer Red Colorsteel, which makes a bold contrast to the dark green bush setting.
10 December 2025
Perched high among the pōhutukawa, this small bach has come to market for the first time since it was built in 1964.
21 November 2025