Flatting Today

Manawatū People's Radio

Cam Jenkins from the Manawatū Tenants' Union presents a weekly programme looking at flatting and renting issues. Featuring talks with renters, landlords, property managers, and representatives from other organisations that work in housing.

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    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.

    28 min

  2. 22 juni

    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.

    32 min

  3. 4 maj

    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.

    26 min

  4. 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.

    29 min

  5. 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.

    31 min

  6. 16 mars

    Edition 4 of 2026 Series

    Cam and Daniel discuss recent reports on rent prices, noting that while national averages show slight decreases, many tenants are not experiencing meaningful reductions. They look at the sharp rise in rents around Queenstown Lakes, the pressures on workers needing accommodation, and broader issues of supply, tourism demand, and affordability. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.

    27 min

  7. 16 feb.

    Edition 3 of 2026 Series - Students and Flatting Tips and Tricks

    Cam and Daniel share practical advice for students arriving in Palmerston North and moving into flats for the new academic year. They cover what to look for when viewing a place—conditions of the house, how many people you’ll be living with, shared‑cost expectations, and the difference between being a tenant on the lease versus a flatmate with fewer legal protections. They outline common pitfalls around fixed‑term contracts, bond handling, shared bills, and understanding whether a room‑by‑room setup is a tenancy or a boarding‑house arrangement. The hosts also pass on real‑world examples of flatting mishaps, from surprise maintenance issues to mismatched living expectations, and offer guidance on navigating disputes before they escalate. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

    27 min

  8. 2 feb.

    Edition 2 of 2026 Series - Pet Bonds and Rules

    Cam and Daniel open the episode with the news that their organisation is now officially called the Tenants Union, then dive straight into a growing wave of questions about pets under New Zealand’s updated tenancy rules. They outline how tenants should request permission, what landlords can reasonably require, and why keeping pets isn’t as simple as just bringing one home. The hosts walk through surprising bylaw details—like limits on the number of cats, permits for roosters, rules for beehives, and how even goldfish or caged birds can fall under council regulations. They also explain how pet bonds work, when landlords can require carpet cleaning, and the importance of getting all permissions in writing. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

    26 min

  9. 19 jan.

    Edition 1 of 2026 Series

    Cam and Daniel return for their first Flatting Today of 2026, comparing Cam’s recent observations of homelessness and healthcare disparities across the US with the situation in Aotearoa. They discuss how housing‑first approaches can reduce long‑term homelessness, the potential of denser living and mixed‑use apartment design, and why Kiwi attitudes toward space need to evolve. The hosts also dig into rising rents, shrinking affordability, and the widening power imbalance between landlords and tenants—touching on security of tenure, landlord transparency, and the barriers younger adults face in renting independently. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

    46 min
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Cam Jenkins from the Manawatū Tenants' Union presents a weekly programme looking at flatting and renting issues. Featuring talks with renters, landlords, property managers, and representatives from other organisations that work in housing.

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  • Kanal
    Manawatū People's Radio
  • Skapad av
    MPR - Manawatu People's Radio
  • Aktiva år
    2013 - 2026
  • Avsnitt
    9
  • Åldersgräns
    Barnvänligt
  • Copyright
    © (C)Manawatu Peoples Radio
  • Programmets webbplats
    Flatting Today

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