Michael Friedlander

Michael Friedlander's wealth stems from his massive investments in Ponsonby and Grey Lynn, as well as Remuera, Parnell, Mt Eden, and Onehunga. He began a promising career about 50 years ago, and there has been no turning back since. This family is also well-known for its charitable endeavors. Michael Friedlander is a difficult landlord with a big empire of over 220 homes spread over Auckland.

Over the years, the portfolio of commercial and residential real estate has grown to encompass a large block of land in the Waikato valued at more than $18 million. He is one of the richest people in New Zealand. His two sons, Jason and Daniel, run the family business, which includes Samson Corporation and Sterling Nominees. The family is tight-lipped about its various investments in the media, but the Friedlander Foundation, it reveals more about its long-standing and significant generosity.

Net worth: $2 Billion