Revamp projects
A proposed $2.3 million revamp of the New Brighton mall is one step closer, after a draft concept design was released earlier this year. The ‘Reimagined New Brighton Mall’ aims to include several community engagement areas, such as a performance space and central green, along with a youth space, and a social enterprise-community […]
Talented innovators
A really special part of my role at ChristchurchNZ is watching talent grow in our city. Thanks to Christchurch’s thriving innovation ecosystem, our city has many young innovators working to build a better future for people and the planet. Emily Blythe, the founder and CEO of Pyper Vision, is one of these remarkable […]
Exciting times ahead
With business events beginning to ramp back up in earnest, our team is looking forward to another busy conference season ahead. Already several months are close to capacity, with an array of event types booked in. Last year, we were fortunate to have a significant number of local and national organisations and associations […]
Economic downturns
Why do Canterbury businesses think differently during an economic downturn? Rampant inflation, combined with a barrage of legislation that has added additional costs and compliance for business, continual supply chain disruptions, and a tight labour market, have all combined to create an environment that is exceedingly challenging for business. Despite that, Canterbury […]
Lest we forget
It was an early start, but it was so good to be part of the recent ANZAC Day Dawn Service, held in Cathedral Square for the first time since the earthquakes. I felt honoured to gather with members of the public, veterans, and members of our armed forces to help commemmorate New Zealand’s […]
All cisterns go: Young Plumbers Club
Hundreds of tradies are sharpening their tools for the Plumbing World Young Plumber of the Year (YPOTY) competition. With the chronic skills shortage facing the industry, estimated to be around 3500, Plumbing World’s CEO Rob Kidd says the competition is a way to showcase plumbing as a career, and attract new people to […]
Brushstroke bedroom: Resene
Luxury doesn’t necessarily mean spending a fortune on expensive status symbols. In fact, luxury can be achieved with a little creativity and attention to detail. Designer brands can charge more by creating value through scarcity and uniqueness, and the same can be achieved by creating one-of-a-kind decor in your own home. Choose high-quality […]
Gain usable space: Garage Pro
A gym, a workshop, a games room, a studio? The opportunities for your garage space are endless this winter, if only you could keep the cold and damp at bay. It’s more of a heave of a roll than a wave of a wand, but Tim Gerard, owner of the local Garage Pro […]
Concrete, an exterior staple: Affordable Concrete
For all driveway, hard landscaping, and repair needs, you want the perfect blend of functionality and aesthetics. W hether your project is a residential driveway, or a commercial venture including car parks and kerbing, you want quality workmanship at competitive pricing. It couldn’t be simpler to tick everything off your concreting ‘must-have’ list. […]
Lincoln show home: Versatile Homes
Family values guide the design and build of every home created by Versatile Homes, and family living has never been easier. Honesty, integrity, and a good old-fashioned Kiwi way of doing business, are woven into the very fabric of their residential builds. Versatile Homes’ range of four family homes includes the stunning Finn […]
