Bitcoin Price Trends: How to Navigate Market Volatility
The turbulent world of the cryptocurrency market with its up-and-down price action means it’s all too easy for the price of Bitcoin to rise one day and drop the next. You probably fall in the category of those who have witnessed several massive gains over the years and then agree over massive losses days afterwards. […]
Redefining delivery excellence: Point to Point
Tai Feast’s story is one of passion, purpose, and determination. From delivering life-saving packages such as a human heart, and bone marrow, to leading a thriving courier company, Tai has always been guided by a desire to make a difference. As the Managing Director of Point to Point Couriers, launched in April, she is reshaping […]
Preserve Christchurch’s heritage: Riccarton House & Bush
A unique heritage site with historic buildings, parkland, gardens, and an ancient podocarp forest with kahikatea trees up to 600 years old brings young and old together to enjoy Christchurch’s natural beauty and heritage. To ensure this site can be enjoyed for generations, action is needed. This bush has long been a sanctuary in the […]
Canterbury Property Investors Association: Summer 24/25
How to find the perfect tenant for your rental property Finding the perfect tenant is like discovering the ideal houseguest—someone who treats your property with respect, pays rent on time, and helps you avoid sleepless nights worrying about damage or late payments. If you’re renting out your property, the right tenant can make all the […]
Property investment market gains momentum: NZ Mortgages
Christchurch’s property market is seeing renewed interest from investors following recent changes to the bright-line test. As of 1 July, properties held for two years or more, instead of the previous five or 10 years, are now exempt from capital gains tax. This reduced timeframe incentivises investors to re-enter the market, with Christchurch’s affordable pricing […]
Housing market update
The average home in New Zealand is now worth $901,231, according to the latest Quotable Value (QV) House Price Index. The mid-November report shows property values have remained largely static in Christchurch and the wider Canterbury region this quarter, despite a modicum of growth in October. QV operations manager James Wilson says the average home […]
Kiwi innovators in sustainability
Several Christchurch visionaries and innovators have been rewarded for pushing the boundaries by featuring on a newly-established list as part of the Sustainable Business Awards 2024. The awards, in their 22nd year, have undergone a major transformation, moving from 10 categories to just two: Disruptive Innovation and Transformational Leadership. The Next 95 will be an […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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