RTA
Kainga Ora
MDS/MTCE
SPE
Tenancy Complaints
100

On the RTA 1986, what is section 40 (1)(a)

The tenant shall pay the rent as and when it is due and payable under the tenancy agreement

100

What is the CHUR line number?

0800 888 455

100

How do you currently load a maintenance work order in Kotahi?

Repairs > Service Request

100

Percentage of reported incidents of disruptive behaviour where a decision on appropriate action occurs within 15 working days

>90%

100

Can you action anonymous complaints?

Yes

200

Can Kāinga Ora enter the property for a routine inspection with 24 hours’ notice?

No, a minimum of 48 hours’ notice is required for inspections

200
Who is the CEO of Kainga ora?

Matt Crockett

200

Who is the General Manager for Transformation?

Matthew Hulett

200

Percentage for new debtors who have a repayment arrangement in place within 21 days of rent becoming overdue.  

>85%

200

How many days to acknowledge a serious DB incident?

1 day for serious incident 2 days for all others

300

How long is a Section 56 notice valid once issued?

Validity period: The notice remains valid for 90 days from the date of issue.

300

What does CEP stand for (Not placements)?

Customer Experience and Practice

300
What does MDS stand for?

Maintenance Delivery System

300

What is the $ amount for tenant rent debt target by 30 June 2026?

Target >6m

300

What is the current average number of days we’re taking to make decisions as an office?

8 days

400

A tenant refuses access for urgent repairs after multiple requests. What section allows the landlord to take action? *Hint between 40 and 50

Section 48(2)(d) allows entry for necessary repairs with 24 hours’ notice. Refusal may be considered a breach under Section 40.

400

Which act sets out our operating Principles for how we must function as a social housing provider?

Kāinga Ora – Homes and Communities Act 2019

400

How many new valid Work Controls have been recently announced? Bonus points if you can name them all

7 - Electrical, Plumbing, Heating, Curtains, Cleaning, Pest Control and Roofing

400

Percentage of successful applications to the Tenancy Tribunal for tenancy termination due to disruptive behaviour

>85%

400

What type of notice can the local council issue to tenants if there are complaints of excessive noise?

An Abatement Notice.