Award – winning and sustainable: Kobe Construction
The new $12 million Queenstown Country Clubhouse has notched up several milestones, thanks to Christchurch-based Kobe Construction. Designed by Warren and Mahoney Architects, the Arvida project won silver in the Designers Institute of New Zealand Best Design Awards, and set a new standard for sustainable, all-timber construction. It’s also the first full Forest Stewardship Council […]
Have your say: Christchurch City Council
Since the Christmas break, we have been tackling a couple of big decisions at the Christchurch City Council. In January we had an update from staff about the draft annual plan, and that the rates increase was looking like 5.6 percent rather than the 14 percent increase initially forecast in November. That is such a […]
Facing our challenges: Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce
The devastating weather events in the North Island have shown us once again the full force of mother nature. Our thoughts are with those who have lost family members and friends, and whose lives have been upended so quickly, and without warning. Our experiences in Canterbury following the earthquakes have provided a blueprint in rebuilding, […]
Setting new goals: Te Pae Christchurch
Like many businesses at the start of a new year, we’ve been busy looking at the year ahead, and formulating plans that will carry us into 2024 and beyond. An area that remains important to us as we embark on our journey is sustainability, which is why last month we committed to net carbonzero operations […]
Urban development: ChristchurchNZ
A key thing we consider when attracting major events to Christchurch is the legacy they leave. SailGP brings more than thrilling on-water action, there is also significant investment aimed at creating positive impact. Legacy is about people, so investing in programmes to connect our community to the event is vital. The SailGP Women’s Pathway programmes […]
Kitchen form and function: Bates Joinery
Well-crafted kitchens transform lifestyles, creating the heart of a home. Every year homeowners spend millions of dollars on new and renovated kitchens, investing in their properties, and adding to their enjoyment of life. Mark Allworthy, owner of Bates Joinery, and his team are at the forefront of delivering on those investments, crafting award-winning kitchens and […]
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