ChristchurchNZ CEO Alison Adams: A stage for our stories
Print this storyŌtautahi Christchurch is known for innovation, bold ideas and a deep love of sport… our arts scene, though, is also worth shouting about. Yes we love our sport here in Canterbury but alongside the stadiums and startups, our arts scene is stepping back into the spotlight. The return of The Court Theatre to […]
Homes for everyone drives prosperity for all
Print this storyJust as the ocean lifts all boats when the tide comes in, everyone benefits when housing is affordable for all. By Israel Cooper, co-founder and trustee, Home Foundation Group Over the last few months, I’ve had the privilege of attending the opening of several innovative housing developments completed by the Home Foundation Group, […]
Christchurch City Mayor Phil Mauger: Holding court in style
Print this storyAn exciting invitation landed in my inbox last month. The Court Theatre officially opens its doors to the public on 3 May, so I’d better dust my tux off. A Christchurch institution, the theatre is treasured by so many residents. Its home in the Arts Centre was badly damaged in the 2011 earthquake, […]
Business Canterbury CE Leeann Watson: Businesses optimistic
Print this storyLocal businesses are showing resilience amid rising concerns. We’ve just released our latest Quarterly Canterbury Business Survey, revealing a complex economic landscape for local businesses. While international trade and geopolitical risks are emerging as key concerns, confidence in businesses’ ability to manage disruption has reached its highest level since we began tracking it […]
No success without succession: Janine Stewart
Print this storyThe Mainzeal case highlights the importance of board skill sets and the need for succession planning. Those points have come into sharp focus since Mainzeal because the financial situation was dire at the time. Had they reflected on whether they should have gotten expert advice, or considered stepping down, I wonder about the […]
Connecting with communities: Christchurch City Mayor Phil Mauger
Print this storyI really enjoyed getting out and about promoting the Neighbours Aotearoa campaign last month. The theme was Let’s Celebrate, encouraging us all to reach out to neighbours, and strengthen community connections. I love nothing more than meeting the people doing great things in the community and hearing their stories. They all help make […]
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