James Palmer - Community Housing Funding Agency
Reshaping housing finance through KiwiSaver and community partnerships
Across Aotearoa, more than 20,000 families are still waiting for a place to call home — despite billions in public spending each year. In this episode, we speak with James Palmer, founder of the Community Housing Funding Agency, about a powerful new approach to affordable housing. By combining KiwiSaver investments, government backing, and community expertise, CHFA is reshaping how we fund and deliver homes — creating a smarter, more sustainable future for housing in New Zealand.