Great gardens: Growing Places for Miriam
For Adam Jaques, Growing Places for Miriam is not just a business, but a labour of love, after being established by his mother, who had a keen interest in gardening. “The business was started by my mother Miriam, who sadly passed away six years ago, after she got leukaemia,” Adam says. “I took […]
Forging his own path: Q&A with real estate whizz Aaron Pero
It can be a hard road growing up in the shadow of a big name, but Aaron Pero has stepped up to the commercial party and forged a career path all of his own. Metropol talks to the real estate whizz about his new career. Can you tell us a bit about your […]
Accounting magic: Jason McFadden from McFadden Accounting is back with more great advice on simplifying your book-keeping
“Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic,” Arthur C Clarke once said. Thankfully, if you are struggling with your small business paperwork, you can now pack away your Gandalf robes because Jason McFadden of McFadden Accounting says that advanced technology is now both mainstream and user-friendly when it comes to accounting software. […]
A new approach to an old problem: architect Craig South explores innovative thinking about living in the CBD
Architect Craig South explores an alternative to the norm when it comes to central city living. Architecture is typically viewed as a whole – the exterior lines, the internal layout and the fit-out. And while it is all of that, if we were to strip it back to a considered shell, we have […]
Built to last: After 125 years local book-binders and print finishers McHargs have certainly become masters of their field
Business has existed in some form since the early barter systems of ancient civilisations. Yet despite the long history, few have mastered the key to corporate longevity. As local family owned business McHargs celebrates 125 years in the print finishing industry, it’s clear this is one business that has truly been built to […]
A law firm with a difference: Kannangara Thomson
Kannangara Thomson isn’t your average law firm. Formed only 10 years ago by founding partner, Stephen Kannangara, the firm has grown to be over 30 strong and occupies a modern premises at 575 Wairakei Road. The firm enjoys a point of difference which the partners believe makes it unique among law firms in […]
Marketing your property: Cindy-Lee Sinclair of Harcourts Holmwood on what to think about when selling your home or investment
Long established as a top-flight professional real estate agent in Christchurch, Cindy-Lee Sinclair of Harcourts Holmwood Real Estate Merivale says there are several things to know when putting property on the market. An absolutely key element is to ensure an agent has a signed listing authority before they bring buyers through, Cindy says. […]
Protecting your tech investment: TES Limited is your go-to for quick and helpful technical assistance
Nothing creates deep frustration as quickly as technical issues can. To deal with such issues, TES Limited in Avonhead provides technical assistance with a fast turnaround and a guarantee on all work. From maintenance such as PC/laptop/phone/iPad repair, to fixing overheating laptops or broken laptop/mobile screens and power sockets, there is very little […]
Transforming smiles: Merivale Denture Clinic aims to take the hassle our of denture wearing
For more than 40 years, the team at Merivale Denture Clinic has been transforming the smiles of thousands of denture wearers. Situated on the corner of Papanui Road and Mansfield Avenue, and with a branch in Nelson, patients come from far and wide based on the clinic’s reputation for making superior dentures. Whether […]
The Influencers Column: Albert Brantley
You may notice a change in the Christchurch skyline this month with the first of the steel trusses being placed to support the roof of the Convention Centre. These first trusses span 50 metres and sit over the 1400-person auditorium. They give you the first real opportunity to gain some appreciation of the […]
