Rebuilding Scott Base

Antarctica New Zealand has hired project director Jon Ager to lead the Scott Base Redevelopment project and manage Antarctica New Zealand’s engineering portfolio. Work is expected to start this year. Jon says the capability that a redeveloped Scott Base will provide the scientific community will be invaluable. Previously he was Director of the […]

Built for all climates: Ultimate Homes

Christchurch has extremes in climate – icy cold in winter and long hot summers. Living in a home that remains at a constant healthy temperature range all year round in every room of the house really makes sense. Christchurch builder Martin Smith became disillusioned with building to the current building code standard, “it […]

The Influencers: Lianne Dalziel

Remembering the past At this time of year our thoughts inevitably turn to 22 February 2011 and the people and places that we lost on that day. On past anniversaries we have gathered with the families of those killed or injured in the earthquake to collectively express our grief, our sorrow and our […]

The Influencers: Boyd Warren

Resilience and unity Recent government announcements provide a flicker of light at the end of the tunnel for many businesses, especially those grappling with a shortage of skilled labour. The tight labour market is evident in the record numbers of jobs advertised online and in the many case studies from local business of […]

The Influencers: Leeann Watson

Support local The news that New Zealand’s border will gradually reopen at the end of this month is welcome news to many of us. It marks a long-awaited opportunity to reunite with separated family, catch up with friends and reconnect with the rest of the world. Attracting skilled workers to our shores, resuming […]

The Influencers: Kelvin Davidson

Staying on an even keel It’s going to be another fascinating year for the property market. The recent move to red is a clear signal that Covid’s disruption is not yet done, which may cause some turbulent times for the New Zealand economy and property market in the months ahead. The total value […]