Voices & views of North Canterbury
The new year invites a renewed sense of energy and vibrancy to our local towns. We asked six of North Canterbury’s influential businesspeople why 2026 excites them; what challenges the region needs to overcome, and where we might find them when off-duty. Michelle Anderton Founder, Re.clotheme, 2A Good Street, Rangiora I’m most excited […]
The power of presentation: Anthony Deyn
Looking to sell your house in 2026? Getting the best price is about preparation, not luck. It’s widely known that, overall, real estate in Canterbury is currently a buyer’s market. However, plenty of buyers are looking for their dream property, and a little strategic spending will add many thousands to the sale price. […]
FUTURE LOCAL LEADERS
Three outstanding leaders have been awarded a prestigious academic scholarship in recognition of their community impact and leadership potential. Rachel Elsy, Maree Lucas and Warren Poh have been named as 2025 recipients of the Gough MBA Leaders Scholarship, an award supported by Ben and Penny Gough, trustees of the Gough Family Foundation. The […]
Economic turn: Don’t pull the handbrake
Confidence has turned. Businesses that stay on the sidelines risk being left behind. After a long, cold stretch, the business community is finally seeing daylight. This time the shift is backed by hard data, not hope. The latest business surveys point to a dramatic surge in confidence. Sentiment is now at levels not […]
A call for elegant leadership
Effective leadership is built in the micro-moments and requires intentional self-reflection, writes leadership educator Kris Cooper. Leading is rewarding, but it’s also a tough gig. How often have you, or others, lamented a lack of leadership? Or worse, witnessed or complained about poor leadership? A lot? Because criticism is common, those with the […]
Events and tourism: Vanessa Weenink
Successful bids in Christchurch against a backdrop of Kiwi legends. The first round of the government’s major events funding showcases many exciting international and homegrown music acts, sports matches, arts, and cultural events kicking off this year, and I’m looking forward to more being added in the coming months. New Zealand’s economy is […]
Mental capacity and the law
If someone you loved lost their mental capacity, is there someone close who is legally entitled to make critical decisions on their behalf? For many of us, the thought of future planning is a daunting prospect. Yet the reality is that none of us can predict what might happen to our health or […]
$72.5 million property market slash
Who runs the property market right now? Buyers. New data indicates that buyers in New Zealand continue to hold negotiation power, judging by the multi-million dollar slash from asking prices in the third quarter of 2025. Collectively, people selling their homes cut $72.5 million from their original asking prices, as reported by New […]
Turning your vision into 2026’s game plan
As the year winds down, it’s tempting to just limp over the finish line and “see how things go” next year. With the New Zealand economy slowly emerging from a deep recession, and growth for 2026 expected to be modest rather than spectacular, a clear business plan is no longer optional – it’s […]
Better business
Canterbury innovators stand out in this year’s sustainable business awards. Canterbury is making its mark in Aotearoa’s sustainability landscape, with a strong showing among the finalists for the 2025 Sustainable Business Awards. From schools to construction firms, and manufacturing to legal and social enterprises, the region is demonstrating practical approaches to environmental and […]
