Making it count: Vanessa Weenink

The Government is supercharging our maths action plan with a targeted maths acceleration programme. The Government will be trialling a maths acceleration programme to focus Kiwi kids on the basics and set them up on a path to success. This year, shocking data showed just 22% of Year 8 students are at the […]

Launching graduate careers: Zestpeople

Are you struggling to land that graduate role and losing confidence? Study and hard graft are behind you and you’re now ready to launch into the job market. Despite sending off multiple applications, you’re not getting anywhere. Sound familiar? If you’re a graduate (or support someone who is) then read on, help is […]

Home stretch for 2024: Mylend

Christmas mince tarts and decorated trees go hand-in-hand at this time of year. Just like Home Lending and Interest Rates. It’s so easy to just park anything finance related at this time of year, when in fact it is a great time to start talking about your personal finance goals for 2025. Do […]

Principal team in property: Vic Raha

A growing team is a seal of confidence, and in the thrilling landscape of real estate, more hands on deck are a welcome relief. Team is the key word, and newly-recruited assistant Marie Stokes (pictured right) makes the Harcourts Grenadier trio complete alongside the ever-succesful Vic Raha and Melissa Davenport. Marie brings more […]

NZ’s top businesses

In an increasingly challenging business environment, the importance of excellent customer service has never been more critical. The annual Reader’s Digest Quality Service Awards, announced recently, highlight those businesses that have earned the trust and loyalty of New Zealand consumers through their outstanding customer service. This year’s awards take on special significance in […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]