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Stay up to speed with the latest news from Oyster and case studies that shine a light on the facts and figures behind the properties in your portfolio.
The evolution of 246 Queen Street: From vibrant investment to strategic divestment
Purchased in 2006, 246 Queen Street benefited from the vibrant energy of Auckland city for several years, before a surge in development...
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Our expert property management team manages all Oyster properties in-house on behalf of investors, creating exciting leasing opportunities for commercial tenants looking for high quality premises.
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Commercial property case study: The 18-year journey of a property fund
This is the story of one investor, one building, and an 18-year journey inside a commercial property fund. It spans market highs, global recessions, and a global pandemic - and shows why taking a long-term view can make all the difference.
Dec 83 min read


The Door Is Open: Why Commercial Property Isn't Out Of Reach
Commercial property investment? Most people assume it’s for the top end of town with large amounts of capital to invest. The reality:...
Sep 83 min read


Inside the commercial property shift - ground-level insights
Every week, our teams are out in the market - meeting tenants, talking to agents, walking our properties, catching up with finance partners and industry contacts – all this is keeping us close to what’s really happening on the ground.
Sep 14 min read


The next move for capital that’s done sitting still
Why now could be the time to lean into property - but not in the way you think.
Jul 104 min read


Market intelligence: The forces shaping investment in 2025
Markets are in flux. Interest rates are easing, but financial conditions remain tight. Geopolitical and trade tensions continue to add...
Apr 143 min read


Meet Jordan Jennings – Oyster’s Investment Manager
As Oyster’s Investment Manager, Jordan is a key point of contact for investors – leading equity raising, managing the secondary resale...
Apr 142 min read


International Women’s Day Q&A: Celebrating Our Recent Female Promotions
At Oyster, we believe that empowering women in the workplace isn’t just about recognition, it’s about action. This International Women’s...
Mar 65 min read


Pursuing new opportunities
Oyster’s General Manager – Investment, Steve Harris, shares his perspective on the year ahead. Over the past two years, our efforts have...
Jan 152 min read


2025: Sustainability in Action
Han Soul Lee, Oyster’s Safety and Sustainability Manager on progressing Oyster’s sustainability credentials in the year ahead. A...
Jan 152 min read


2025: Active Property Management in Focus
The past two years have tested resilience across the economy, but they’ve also revealed opportunities to innovate, optimise, and enhance...
Jan 152 min read


Emerging optimism in New Zealand’s commercial leasing market
Fabio Pagano, General Manager – Property, on leasing highlights, shifting dynamics, and market opportunities heading into 2025. New...
Nov 27, 20242 min read


Significant lease secured with ASB
The new ASB lease at 33 Corinthian Drive is a major milestone for Oyster in 2024, marking the largest leasing deal by net lettable area...
Nov 27, 20242 min read


Oyster Property Group appoints Independent Director
Oyster Property Group has announced the appointment of Independent Director, Rachael Newsome, to its Board, further enhancing the firm’s...
Jul 25, 20242 min read


Auckland Rail Operations Centre opening: a milestone for the region
Today marked a significant milestone for the growing Auckland region, with the blessing and opening of the Auckland Rail Operations...
Mar 14, 20242 min read


Meet the team: Rachel Barr, Oyster’s Chief Financial Officer
With a financial management and accounting career spanning more than two decades in the property industry, our CFO, Rachel Barr, has...
Nov 6, 20232 min read


The 18-year journey of 60 Khyber Pass Road
In June 2005, Oyster Property Group welcomed 60 Khyber Pass Road in Grafton, Auckland, into its expanding commercial property portfolio. ...
Apr 19, 20233 min read


Transforming spaces: Central Park’s ‘The Green’ food & beverage precinct
Central Park, 660 Great South Road, is one of Auckland’s largest commercial business parks and is paving the way for the next generation...
Mar 21, 20233 min read


Oyster’s strategic acquisition: Spotlight on Home Straight Business Park
Home Straight Park was already performing well for investors when the opportunity to acquire an additional asset in the business park...
May 9, 20203 min read


Active management in action: 2 Kitchener Street
With economic uncertainty making an effective re-leasing strategy crucial, 2 Kitchener Street demonstrated Oyster’s active management...
Nov 27, 20183 min read


205 Great South Road: A sound investment for investors
A strong performer in the Oyster portfolio for almost 14 years, 205 Great South Road, Greenlane, proved the benefits of long-term...
Aug 8, 20182 min read
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