The Influencers: Joanna Norris
Having wrapped up a fantastic summer of events, capped off with the biggest coup of all – securing Christchurch as host city for global sailing event Sail GP 2022 – it’s worth a look at why major events form a key part of our economic recovery. If you were one […]
The Influencers: Leeann Watson
The last few weeks have intensified the spotlight on Covid-19. We have seen changes in Alert Levels, which have again caused disruption in our community. However this time we were all better prepared, with systems and practices in place to be able to respond. This was foreshadowed by the announcement […]
The Influencers: Lianne Dalziel
I was in a coffee shop the other day when someone asked me if I was the Mayor. Turns out she had recently moved from Auckland to take up a job here, and it was her chance to let me know how much she was enjoying the move. The rent […]
Accommodating a new build:
Ten years after the Canterbury Earthquakes destroyed the Cancer Society’s Christchurch-based accommodation and support services building, the $20 million rebuild is set to go ahead. The project, at 74 Langdons Road, Papanui, is due to begin in May and be completed by early 2023. It received a $6.5 million boost […]
Renovation appreciation: Urbane Construction
It’s a big win with the very first entry for local company Urbane Construction in the Registered Master Builders House of the Year Regional Finals. The judges awarded Gold for the sympathetic extension to an existing home. Director Tom Aiken says this build was special for its use of four […]
Proud by name and result: Proudfoot Plastering
An entire exterior replaster transformed this earthquake damaged house into a beautiful, healthy home. Greg Proudfoot Plastering worked with other contractors to not only repair this home, but ensure its long-term maintenance – while looking brand spanking new. Greg and his team were engaged to replaster this ‘90s home […]
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