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Howard Hughes Corporation unveiled the final phase of Ward Village, adding four towers and 1,800 residential units to complete the 60-acre Kakaako master plan by 2035. The announcement includes enhanced community amenities and sustainability features.
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Island Brew Collective opened its 10th location in Kailua Tuesday, marking the homegrown coffee chain’s first expansion outside urban Honolulu. The new shop employs 12 local staff and features locally sourced Hawaiian coffee and sustainability initiatives.
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Hawaii Tourism Authority projects 11 million visitors by 2026, surpassing pre-pandemic records. The forecast raises concerns about infrastructure strain and overtourism impacts on local communities.
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Three major developments totaling $500M and 1,200 units are planned along Kamehameha Highway, capitalizing on completed rail transit stations. The projects represent the largest development boom on the corridor since the 1990s.
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Kalihi-based surf brand Quikfin raised $25M to expand across the mainland US, marking Hawaii’s largest lifestyle brand venture capital round. The company plans flagship stores in California, Florida, and New York while maintaining its design operations in Honolulu.
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A Honolulu City Council proposal would dramatically restructure property taxes, lowering rates for homeowners while significantly increasing costs for investors and vacation rentals. The reform could save local families hundreds annually while shifting millions in tax burden to outside investors.
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