Navigating Christmas cashflow challenges: EBI
The Christmas period presents unique cashflow challenges for SMEs, even those with robust financial systems. 1. Poor planning Failing to forecast and prepare for seasonal cash flow pressures often results in financial shortfalls. Hoping for the best is not a strategy—start planning early. 2. Extended shutdowns Long breaks in sectors like trades, manufacturing, and government slow down payments […]
Invest in student housing: Angela Webb
What’s hot in the Christchurch investment market: Strong demand for student accommodation. With an ongoing surge in university enrolments, student accommodation around the University of Canterbury has become one of the most sought-after investment opportunities in Christchurch. As the demand for housing near campus skyrockets, both investors and parents are increasingly focused on securing properties […]
Firing up the construction sector: Vanessa Weenink, MP for Banks Peninsula
The Government has announced reforms in the building and construction sector to make it quicker, easier, and cheaper for houses to be built in New Zealand. It takes an average of 569 days for a home to be built and consented, and the cost of building a house is 50% more expensive in New Zealand […]
Customise your kitchen: Timber Tru
A bespoke kitchen stands out, with its ‘wow’ impact, unlike the standardised versions found in many New Zealand homes. Cconventional kitchens that are alike in so many ways have a place in the market, yet a bespoke kitchen sits firmly in a class of its own. If your home or project is unique or filled […]
Being sun smart
Sun protection doesn’t have to be a drag. Once you find an SPF you adore, slathering it on religiously will be an act of self-love. The same can be said about a pair of shades to safeguard your peepers. Finding protective products that you actually want to use is only one part of staving off sun […]
Get festive in North Canterbury
December calls for Christmas festivities in warm weather. North Canterbury is one place to be with seasonal events and entertainment to share with friends, family, or colleagues. Kaiapoi Sounds of Summer Embrace the warm weather with an evening of music. Kaiapoi Sounds of Summer is taking place on 7 December with headline act Jordan Luck […]
Building confidence: Jim the Builder
When considering a building or renovation project, it’s important to make sure you work with the right people. Choosing the right team can mean success or failure in achieving your dream home. “A successful building project is about so much more than the construction process,” says Jim Stenberg, operational director of Ōtautahi’s multi-award winning building […]
High-performance coating solutions: The Connect Group
How long do you expect a steel coating to last before requiring significant maintenance or recoating? This is a question clients often ask the experts at The Connect Group. The group understand the power of quality coatings for protecting assets, enhancing durability, and providing specific functional benefits. After all, they have been applying their specialised […]
Summer dining summed up: Dux Dine
Fresh flavours, paired with taste-quenching cocktails, shared with friends and family is part of what summer is all about. Enjoy all this and more at one special oasis on Riccarton Road, encapsulating the feel of a European summer without you having to jump on a plane. At Dux Dine, sit with the sun shining in […]
Freedom with a view: Amuri Estate
A summer escape awaits just a short drive from Christchurch, blending luxury and serenity, only 10 minutes from Hanmer Springs. This stunning retreat offers panoramic views over historic farm stations, with the Waiau River winding below the towering Southern Alps. By night, the sky fills with stars, creating an enchanting atmosphere for a peaceful getaway […]
