Cutting-edge hybrid glass
University of Canterbury (UC) Professor Tom Bennett, pictured, has received a $941,000 grant over three years for his research into innovative hybrid glass. Developing the new type of high-strength glass could revolutionise LED lighting and solar energy. Professor Bennett (pictured), who has recently joined UC’s School of Physical and Chemical Sciences from the […]
Beachside, North New Brighton: Chapman Lindsay Developments Ltd
Childhood days spent enjoying the beachside delights of New Brighton instilled an abiding love for the area in Emma Chapman-Lindsay. Now she’s helping rejuvenate the town, one development at a time. Half of the Chapman-Lindsay Development partnership, Emma grew up in Queenspark, and spent many of her childhood free time visiting her grandparents […]
Structures of strength and significance: Fraemohs Homes
Close your eyes and imagine the first place in the world to greet the sunrise of the new day. It has unrivalled South Pacific stargazing, basalt columns, walking, kayaking, and scenic reserves plus stunning seafood delights. It is home to fewer than 1000 people, only accessible by air or sea, and hosts its […]
3 year plan for ponds
An activated sludge reactor will replace the fire-damaged trickling filters at the Christchurch Wastewater Treatment Plant to fix long-standing odour issues impacting local residents. Christchurch City Council and its insurer have settled an $85 million insurance claim following the fire in 2021, which destroyed two trickling filters at the plant in Bromley. The […]
ChristchurchNZ Economic Analyst Sophie Jones: A summer outlook
In my role as Economic Analyst at ChristchurchNZ, I focus on the wellbeing of our economy. But it’s important to remember that economies are about people. Recent insights from Statistics New Zealand’s Wellbeing Survey reveal reasons to feel good. Canterbury boasts higher overall wellbeing levels compared with the national average. In 2023, 53% […]
Celebrating 20 years in business: The Connect Group
The year is 2004. Facebook has just emerged, changing the way people connect online. Motorola’s Razr flip phone is the must-have accessory, defining sleek and cutting-edge mobile technology. Helen Clark is serving her second term as New Zealand’s prime minister, guiding the country through a period of economic growth and social reform. Meanwhile, […]
Te Pae General Manager Ross Steele: Friendly practices
Living sustainably is all about making conscious choices today to safeguard our planet for future generations. Climate change stands as one of the greatest challenges of our time, influencing everything from weather patterns and health to food security and economic stability. In response, Ōtautahi Christchurch has embraced the UN Sustainable Development Goals, aiming […]
Christchurch city mayor Phil Mauger: Front and centre
As the weather warms up, so does our events season. The city is full of people, and we have a lot to look forward to. It was great to be a part of the Antarctic season opening to welcome back scientists and supporters from all across the world before they head to the […]
Changing of the guard: Proudfoot Plastering
Making the call to become your own boss, to own your own company and transition from employee to employer can be scary, yet exciting at the same time. That’s how Jason and Susan Roberts have been feeling since they recently took over the ownership of Proudfoot Plastering as Greg and Michelle Proudfoot took […]
Construction costs show minor uptick
Tax changes, high levels of existing stock on the market, and credit-constrained buyers have compounded the building industry slowdown, holding construction cost growth low for more than 18 months. CoreLogic’s latest Cordell Construction Cost Index (CCCI) recorded a 1.1% rise in the September quarter, reversing the fall recorded in Q2. It marks the […]
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