ŌWAIRAKA PROGRESS UPDATE: QUARTER 1, 2026

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 226 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:
  - Around 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)

* 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 (external link).

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

Click here (external link) to learn more about Ōwairaka or get in touch (external link) with a member of our team. Or pop in to the Roskill Development Information Centre (external link) at 142 May Road for a chat with one of our friendly team. We are open Wednesday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm. Walk-in's are welcome, or make a booking here (external link).