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PROGRESS UPDATE QUARTER 1, 2026

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PROGRESS UPDATE QUARTER 1, 2026

WHAT'S HAPPENING ON THE GROUND

Over the next eight years, Lakeside Development will create a new neighbourhood of 1,650 high-quality homes on the edge of Lake Waikare. Lakeside’s location combines the best of town and country living, with brand-new homes in a picturesque setting, close to an established, friendly rural town and within commuting distance of work in important employment hubs in Auckland and Hamilton.


PROGRESS SO FAR

  • Construction continues across Stages 1 and 2, with homes progressing over the coming months.
  • The new neighbourhood playground in Stage 1 has quickly become a local favourite - with the basketball half-court proving especially popular.
  • Stage 3 lots have been released to build partners, with more affordable and market homes expected to follow later in 2026.
  • Stage 4 and 5A lots are due to be completed in Q2 2026.




TIMELINE

Autumn 2026

  • Stages 4 and 5A civil works and titling processes are on track for completion.


COMPLETED HOMES 

NEW HOMES STAGE 1 STAGE 2 TOTAL
AFFORDABLE 76 54 130
MARKET 97 68 165
TOTAL 173 122  



WHAT'S HAPPENING IN LAKESIDE

The Lakeside Playground Comes Alive at Official Opening

Around 250 residents, families, and visitors turned out on a beautiful February morning to celebrate the official opening of the new Lakeside playground. Shaped by input from the community, Ngā Muka, and local schools, the Matariki-themed park was an instant hit - read about the day and what made it so special here.


Unity Hoops at Lakeside Park

The new Lakeside basketball court got its first big moment in March, hosting Unity Hoops - a community event combining basketball challenges with creative art-making for rangatahi and families. Read about the day here.


HOMES FOR SALE

Family homes, first homes and forever homes – there are all sorts of beautiful, high-quality new houses for sale in Lakeside. Click here to see all homes for sale.


WANT TO KNOW MORE OR GET IN TOUCH?

Pop into the Lakeside Information Centre for a chat, located in the Lakeside Village Centre at 187 Rimu Street, Te Kauwhata, open from Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm. Find out more about Lakeside, the types of homes available, and how to buy them.