Kaha Ake, driving transformational change in New Zealand’s property sector

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Through Kaha Ake, we are committed to fulfilling the growing demand for quality homes in New Zealand and fostering thriving communities.

At Kaha Ake, our purpose is to drive transformational change in New Zealand’s property sector. Formed through a joint venture between the New Zealand Super Fund and Classic Group, we combine long-term financial support with experienced development capabilities to rapidly and effectively create homes across the country.

Our mission is to tackle the complex challenges facing the property sector and improve the lives of New Zealanders. We are dedicated to land development, focusing on sustainable, productive, and appealing urban and community outcomes.

Leveraging 25 Years of Expertise in Construction and Development
With over 26+ years of expertise, Classic Group brings a wealth of experience in construction-related products and services, including land development, residential and commercial building, fund management, retirement operations, and software technology. To date, Classic has built more than 6,500 homes, developed over 4,000 lots of land, and maintains a current land supply exceeding 3,000 sections.

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HCB Construction

Proudly based in the Waikato, HCB Construction is a trusted local builder specialising in quality new home builds for everyday Kiwi families. With a focus on craftsmanship, communication, and integrity, we take pride in delivering homes that stand the test of time. Every build is managed with care—from the first sketch to the final handover—ensuring a smooth, stress-free experience for our clients. As a Licensed Building Practitioner and NZ Certified Builder, HCB Construction provides the confidence of a Halo 10-Year Residential Guarantee on every project. We partner with reputable suppliers and trades to achieve exceptional results, with each home built to meet our high standards of quality and detail. At HCB Construction, we believe your home should reflect the way you live. Whether it’s your first home, a family upgrade, or an investment build, we’re here to make it happen—on time, on budget, and built right.

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Awa Park

A limited number of sections are available now — with options for the public to purchase directly, or for build partners looking to join the project. Get in touch to learn more. Awa Park is brought to you by Kaha Ake (a partnership between the NZ Super Fund and Classic Group), delivered by Classic Developments.

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GJ Gardner Homes Manawatū

G.J. Gardner Homes are proud to build in Manawatu and Horowhenua and have been operating in the districts since 2007. The local franchise is independently owned and operated by Trevor Low, Brendan Paki and Harris Hamilton of Palmer and Low Construction Ltd. With over 15 years experience in the building industry, G.J. Gardner has built over 25,000 homes nation wide with over 650 of these built in the Manawatu and Horowhenua. “We are committed to delivering our customers the very best value on their new home along with a professional, enjoyable experience.” – Trevor Low. The local Franchise intends to continue building with high standards by using the GJ system, utilising GJ's nationwide buying power, and delivering at a local level with the use of local subcontractors. Ensuring he and his team continue producing quality homes, built on time, and on budget. Talk to the friendly team today and discover why more New Zealanders trust G.J. Gardner to build their homes year after year.

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Jennian Homes Manawatū

Jennian Homes Manawatū is proud to be a build partner at Awa Park, bringing our expertise, innovation, and passion to every home. We believe that a home is more than just walls and a roof—it's the foundation for memories, family, and a lifetime of moments. Our commitment is to create thoughtfully designed, quality homes that reflect the goals and lifestyles of modern families. With a focus on community, integrity, and quality, we’re here to guide you every step of the way, turning your vision into the perfect home at Awa Park.

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Classic Builders Waikato

At Classic Builders, we know building a new home is a big deal. As one of NZ’s largest residential builders, we’ve spent over 25 years bringing Kiwi dreams to life, building strong relationships along the way. From start to finish, we’re here to make the process smooth, reliable, and even better than you expected. With clear, upfront pricing and no hidden surprises, you’ll always know where you stand. And because we focus on the details, you can trust every part of your build is handled with care. Plus, peace of mind doesn’t stop at move-in day. Our Aftercare service keeps things running smoothly, and every home comes with a 10-year structural warranty. If you’re ready to turn your new home dream into reality, we’re ready to make it happen.

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Classic Builders Otago

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Generation Homes

Since starting Generation Homes in 1997, our ethics of hard work, quality workmanship, integrity, and value for money are still strong in the company today. With solid foundations, our core values have earned us an enviable reputation of being a company that our clients and supply partners can trust. As such, we have seen our company flourish, even through the tough times. Today, we are among New Zealand’s top 10 residential construction companies, and we still believe in making the building process simple and stress-free for our clients. To achieve this, we have developed a 14-step build process, which has a focus on quality, allowing us to deliver your home within a set timeframe and at a guaranteed fixed price. At Generation Homes, we value our people—our clients, joint venture partners, employees, suppliers, and contractors—knowing that they are our greatest asset. We listen to your needs and aim to exceed your expectations by removing potential frustrations and delivering on our promises with an individually tailored building schedule. Our promise to you is to build quality homes on time and at a fixed price. We guarantee it.

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Maea Fields

A limited number of sections are available now — with options for the public to purchase directly, or for build partners looking to join the project. Get in touch to learn more. Maea Fields is brought to you by Kaha Ake (a partnership between the NZ Super Fund and Classic Group), delivered by Classic Developments.

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Classic Builders Manawatū

Welcome to Classic Builders, where dreams come to life and houses become homes. With over 25 years of experience under our tool belts, we've proudly built over 7,500 homes for Kiwis just like you – and we're excited to turn thousands more dreams into reality.

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Classic Kinect

You want a builder who works within your budget and timeline. A builder with a solid reputation. A builder who listens cares and guides you through each step of the process. We think that builder could be us. Why? Because we’ve been bringing Kiwi dreams to life for more than 26 years.

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