Flatting Today

Manawatū People's Radio
Manawatū People's Radio

The Tenants' Union (Tim Onnes and Daniel Ryland) presents a fortnightly programme looking at housing and renting in Aotearoa. Our shows feature talks with those involved in housing, explorations of recent housing news, and the rights and obligations of renters.

Episodes

  1. 7 Sept

    Edition 12 of 2026 series - Digital bond process

    A show from the Manawatū Tenants' Union looking at housing and rental issues, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

  2. 24 Aug

    Edition 11 of 2026 series

    Spoke about the Registration of Boarding House Owners Amendment for the Residential Tenancies Act. What the amendments seek to do and some suggestions on further developing them to improve renters' rights. A show from the Manawatū Tenants' Union looking at housing and rental issues, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

  3. 10 Aug

    Edition 10 of 2026 series - Cold student flats

    Daniel talks about the cold student flats in Otago including with how the Healthy Homes Standards can fall short in these sorts of circumstances and how it is a bad idea to force students to live in these substandard conditions as it harms their learning and broader future development. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

  4. 27 July

    Flatting Today - Palmy Pride crossover interview with Georgie Dansey pt 2 of 2

    *The second half of the interview* The team are joined by Georgie Dansey and Tangi Utikere from the Labour Party for a wide-ranging conversation about rainbow representation, advocacy and politics in Aotearoa. They discuss the role of rainbow voices in Parliament, the impact of proposed gender definition legislation, access to gender-affirming healthcare, the importance of community-led activism, and how young people and allies can help shape a more inclusive future. The kōrero also touches on coming out, union roots, political participation, and a few lighter moments along the way. A show from the Manawatū Tenants' Union looking at housing and rental issues, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

  5. 20 July

    Flatting Today - Palmy Pride crossover interview with Georgie Dansey pt 1 of 2

    *The first half of the interview* The team are joined by Georgie Dansey and Tangi Utikere from the Labour Party for a wide-ranging conversation about rainbow representation, advocacy and politics in Aotearoa. They discuss the role of rainbow voices in Parliament, the impact of proposed gender definition legislation, access to gender-affirming healthcare, the importance of community-led activism, and how young people and allies can help shape a more inclusive future. The kōrero also touches on coming out, union roots, political participation, and a few lighter moments along the way. A show from the Manawatū Tenants' Union looking at housing and rental issues, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

  6. 6 July

    Edition 9 of 2026 series - Move On Orders

    Cam and Daniel discuss the Summary Offences Move-On Orders Amendment Bill and its potential impact on people who are rough sleeping, begging, or living in vulnerable housing situations. They unpack the proposed police powers, the penalties for failing to comply with move-on orders, and the concern that the bill could criminalise homelessness rather than address its causes. The conversation also explores the difference between public disorder and poverty, the risks of displacing people from support services, and why housing-first approaches may offer more practical and humane solutions. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with the support of NZ On Air.

  7. 22 June

    Edition 8 of 2026 series - Social Housing Rent Increases

    Cam and Daniel from the Tenants Union discuss housing issues in Aotearoa, focusing on the government’s budget changes and their impact on social housing tenants. The episode examines the increase in rent contributions, challenges in the private rental market, effects on local economies, and the importance of housing as a human right, while offering practical insights for tenants. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.

  8. 4 May

    Edition 7 2026 Series - Mum and Dad Investors

    Cam and Daniel from Tenants Union discuss what it means for renters (and the wider market) as “mum and dad” property investors start selling up. They unpack why property has been treated as the default Kiwi investment, how falling values and rising costs change the maths, and what investor exits could mean for house prices, rents, inequality, and the future of landlordship—from small private owners to large-scale portfolio landlords. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.

  9. 27 Apr

    Edition 6 2026 Series - Natural Disaters and Council Housing Issue

    Cam and Daniel from the Tenants Union discuss what renters need to know if their home becomes uninhabitable due to flooding or extreme weather. This episode explains tenant and landlord responsibilities, notice periods for ending tenancies, bond refunds, access to emergency support, and what to do if disputes arise. The conversation also updates listeners on the Rotorua social housing rent‑increase cases, recent Tenancy Tribunal decisions, and practical steps tenants can take to challenge unfair rises and protect their rights during housing disruptions. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.

  10. 13 Apr

    Edition 5 of 2026 Series - The Greens Housing Policy

    Cam and Daniel return with Flatting Today, focusing on current housing and renting issues affecting communities across Aotearoa. This episode discusses council housing transfers in Rotorua, emerging tools to improve transparency for renters, such as tenant‑led rental rating platforms, and recent housing policy announcements ahead of the election. The conversation highlights rent affordability, tenant protections, healthy homes standards, and the ongoing debate around housing as a human right versus an investment, offering practical insight and advocacy for renters. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.

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The Tenants' Union (Tim Onnes and Daniel Ryland) presents a fortnightly programme looking at housing and renting in Aotearoa. Our shows feature talks with those involved in housing, explorations of recent housing news, and the rights and obligations of renters.

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