The Influencers: Alison Adams
A bright future Watching Kiwi Jane Campion win a best directing Oscar for The Power of the Dog demonstrated the power of screen stories to move and inspire people. Think of the Lord of the Rings effect, where about 1 percent of visitors to New Zealand said they came because of those movies, […]
The Influencers: Ross Steele
Warm welcome back A few weeks ago, I was delighted to join with colleagues from across the world for the Asia-Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME), held in Melbourne. One of the business event industry’s largest trade events, AIME is a proven and valuable tool for connecting with clients, and sharing knowledge, insights […]
The Influencers: Lianne Dalziel
Lest we forget The slow, beautiful changing colours of the leaves on the trees around the city are a sure sign that autumn is upon us. April this year brings us two long weekends – Easter and Anzac – to enjoy the delights of autumn in Ōtautahi Christchurch. I hope you can all […]
New wharf on the way
Replacing the 134-year-old Akaroa Wharf has moved a step closer to reality with Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū Banks Peninsula Community Board recommending it proceed. The concept design, which the public and stakeholders were consulted on in January, will see the wharf rebuilt in the same location and of the same length as the […]
Call in a pro: Garage Carpet Pro
A gym, a workshop, a games room, a studio? The opportunities for your garage space are endless 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 Carpet Pro franchise […]
Shaping your builds: Angus Chisholm Builders
Modern construction is an arena for those with a broad skill base. Technical demands for engineering post-earthquake are intense, peer reviewing is mandatory post the leaky homes debacle, and we dare not mention the C word. Scarcity of materials has sent residential build costs well beyond inflation. Any business set on thriving is […]
Bathroom bliss
Bathrooms are top of the list to renovate as they play a vital role in our daily life. When renovating a bathroom, there many things to consider, including whether it’s a family bathroom or an ensuite, the size of the room, and whether you can change the layout or just the furniture and […]
The right painters: Hoskin Painting Specialists
Choosing a professional painting company from the outset is key to getting the best out of your home. Hoskin Painting Specialists, first time entrants to Master Painter of the Year Awards (2021-2022) received Highly Recommended for their efforts on a property in Loburn, Canterbury. Whether it’s interior/exterior, painting, plastering or both, a fresh […]
From fix-its to fit-outs: Peter Diver Plumbing & Drainage
Remember that steaming cup of coffee followed by a hot shower you had this morning? That gas-fire you’ll warm your feet against this evening while the rain patters on the roof? We all love our home comforts, but most of us take them for granted, thinking about them only when suddenly, they’re not […]
Steels and heels: Bird Built
More and more women are forging careers in the construction industry. The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) has 1000 members and represents women in a diverse range of professions within the sector – quantity surveyors, project managers, architects, engineers, tradespeople, lawyers, and many others. Abby Ley is the secretary of the […]
