Govt under more scrutiny over skyrocketing house prices
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The government's come under more scrutiny today for skyrocketing house prices.
The Prime Minister and her deputy say they are seeking advice on ways to slow down the rampant price increases.
Today that discussion focused on a possible extension of the bright line test, but economists say that's merely a distraction and won't solve the disastrous cost and supply issues unfolding.
Nita Blake-Persen reports.