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10: Credit crunch

Kevin Vincent on the ins and outs of cultivating great followers

Five ways to achieve a healthy credit score

6: Supporting women in business

11: Achieving financial fitness

Carolyn Banks on the wider importance of inclusive workplaces

Six tips to help you get financially fit

6: Digital essentials

12: Maximising your online potential

Iain Dunstan outlines why forming a digital strategy is now essential

How to make the most of social media’s massive influence

7: Law reforms to empower unions

14: The mental edge

John Shingleton explains how unions can now turn up unannounced

Performance coach David Niethe talks about harnessing potential

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Surviving an IT Disaster Just how SAFE is your company’s data?

Here’s a quick look at some of the many IT Support Services provided by leading Christchurch specialists, Paragon Computers Automated On-Line Backups As you know, protecting your company’s data so you can continue operating normally following a natural disaster or ‘cyber-attack’ can be absolutely critical to the future of your business.

That’s why Paragon Computers Automated Backup Services was a lifesaver for so many of their clients during the catastrophic Canterbury earthquakes some years ago, when they were able to access their current and past operational data fairly quickly.

As Neil O’Donnell, Director of Rider Levitt Bucknell puts it, “Paragon got us up and running seamlessly again within a few days, which was massively important for us at that time.”

Rapid Response IT Systems Support Another key service provided by Paragon is their Rapid Response programme for clients with IT System issues.

As Managing Director Riki Browning says, “All of our clients appreciate just how quickly we can step in if they have a problem.

We can quickly log onto their computer remotely to work through the issue or visit them on-site to sort the problem out first-hand, whichever suits them best.”

the whole system runs optimally.

Without a doubt you can trust your business to Paragon.”

Paragon have been providing a wide variety of high-level IT Support for clients for almost 25 years in areas such as Education, Accountancy, Legal, Engineering, Retail Manufacturing, Architecture, Construction and Horticulture.

This is a robust, telephone service that operates over the internet and many of Paragon’s clients are now saving thousands of dollars every year on traditional telephone costs.

Cost-Effective VoIP Services (Voice over Internet Protocol)

So if you’re still relying on changing backup tapes or swapping USB hard drives every day, talk to the team at Paragon about making use of their cutting- edge technology that monitors and manages everything for you. Risk-free!

That means no more checking your backup log files or running test restores, because everything is monitored and managed for you, including regular automatic back-ups from your local server to our secure offsite repositories.

Here’s what TimeZoneOne’s Digital Strategist Lawrence Smith has to say about working with Paragon: “As a creative agency we have a high dependency on IT - and we can’t afford downtime! We operate in a mixed environment of both PCs and Apple, with internal and Cloud-based servers managing our file storage - all managed and maintained by Paragon Computers to ensure

So if your traditional ‘PBX’ isn’t upgradeable to meet the growth of your business, we can provide a VoIP solution for you that is scalable, feature rich and will also save you money on line rental and call costs etc.

Complimentary IT System Audits If you feel it’s time to take a closer look at your company’s overall IT Systems, why not arrange a ‘Complimentary IT Audit’ from Paragon Computers to get a professional assessment of your current situation, as well as what you might need to look at in the near future.

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Kevin Vincent

Carolyn Banks

Iain Dunstan

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Acting Bartercard CEO for Australia and New Zealand. www.bartercard.co.nz

Who follows you?

I think the key to leading a great team is to actually become a follower.

I have read so many books on the subject of leadership and yet there are few on the subject of becoming great followers.

Everywhere I have ever worked it seems to me that there are always some employees who are dissatisfied with their bosses.

All of us have to answer to someone and at some point, we all have to be followers. Great leaders can’t be great unless they have great followers. A team of great followers can even make the most average of managers a great leader.

Let’s have a change of thinking and rather trying to achieve “being a great leader” I encourage you to practice what it takes to be a great follower. Here are some things I believe we should embrace right now.

1. Keep your managers and colleagues informed Leaders throughout history have made bad decisions based on a lack of information or bad information. Great employees keep their managers and colleagues abreast the issues.

2. Support your managers and colleagues Never criticise people behind their backs. It doesn’t help and it shows your unprofessionalism. It’s also a safe assumption that whatever you say, good or bad, will get back to them.

3. Work smart and deliver results Work to deliver extraordinary results and thereby earn more trust and latitude. Do what you say you’re going to do and do it well.

Under promise (within reason) and over deliver.

4. Admit mistakes When you make a mistake, admit it. Be accountable; don’t make excuses, don’t point fingers, and don’t act like a victim. Share what happened, what you’re doing to fix it, and what you’ve learned so that it won’t happen again.

5. Be a team member Be a team player; be an advocate for your colleagues.

6. Don’t delegate upwards Don’t bring problems to your manager, bring solutions. It works.

7. Prioritise your own work Great followers know what’s important and urgent, and what can wait. Put your time management knowledge to work.

8. Be positive Everyone loves being around optimists – the positive attitude and energy is contagious. Glass half full is so much more attractive than the glass half empty attitude.

9. Embrace change A great follower can see the possibilities in someone else’s idea.

Encourage ideas and embrace change. Change is good.

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Supporting women in business — why it’s so important Creating and nurturing a world where women feel supported in business doesn’t just help female-led businesses to grow, but actually supports families and wider communities to thrive.

It does so by bringing money and balance into households while allowing women the freedom to maintain a career that leaves them feeling fulfilled. It encourages a balanced home environment where equality is nurtured and valued, where high performance and independence is inspired and where both critical and creative thinking skills are developed.

It also promotes the growth and development of local business hubs, helping to ensure that profits remain in communities, while contributing services to a society in a positive and impactful way.

In fact, it is said that women are reinvesting up to 90 percent of their earnings into their families and communities — which means supporting women in business is really an investment in the collective success of society.

Historically, women have been underrepresented when it comes to business ownership, but they are creative and efficient, and their ability to think laterally in different situations is often what makes them successful.

There are other skills that women bring to roles naturally — we are more inclined to be nurturing, supportive and driven by ethics and intuition. These are skills that are often downplayed or underrecognised in a business environment, but it’s time for women — and men — to realise the value these skills can bring when applied in a professional world.

Female business owners, generally, are driven by something bigger than profits. There is a real purpose behind what they do — on two levels. Firstly, because their business offers them a way to support their family on their terms, and secondly, to use their talents in a positive way.

Digital essentials With today’s digital world transacting 24/7, it’s no wonder business owners are working harder to keep up with the demand.

So, what can be done to keep your business front of mind to attract and retain new customers, and how can you work smarter, so you can enjoy some well-deserved downtime?

Digital essentials are key to any business. Inbound marketing is the new buzz word. It’s no longer relevant to just rely on traditional advertising methods; your business will be more effective if your customers are also coming to you.

A multitude of inbound strategies have been developed, all designed to attract, convert, close and delight your inbound customers, but you must keep up with the times. SEO is constantly changing, so the blog post, website pop up or eBook that worked yesterday might not be as effective today.

Hand in hand with inbound marketing is automation. Automating your processes at every stage is key to taking your customer on a journey, building brand awareness and ultimately resulting in a sale.

Do you have a digital strategy in place? If not, now is the time to start thinking about one.

It’s crucial to know who your customers are. Who are you wanting to target? What are their needs? What solutions can you provide?

Knowing the basics will then allow you to further develop your digital essentials – SEO, social media and retargeting your customers.

Whether you keep it in-house or outsource it to an agency to do on your behalf, it’s an important component of your overall business strategy, and one that shouldn’t be overlooked.

Automating certain tasks within your business can go a long way to saving hours in your working week, for example, automating every aspect of your sales process – use instant invoicing and email notifications for cart abandonment.

They put values, integrity and honesty at the core of their business. Supporting entrepreneurship of any kind is important, but it’s particularly important to ensure that opportunities are available for communities that are underrepresented — and women are one of them.

With business being transacted across so many different platforms, it’s a wonder anyone can remember all of their passwords! Use an app to store them securely in one convenient place rather than wasting time resetting passwords time and time again.

Which is why we created the New Zealand Business Women’s Conference. We want to educate, inspire, motivate and support women in their journey through business ownership. The conference will provide an environment where they can build confidence, create support networks and feel safe to take risk.

Set up automatic email responses so you’re not writing the same response over and over. This lets you pre-type and store standard email responses, then, when the time comes to send a response, just select the appropriate one and click send.

We believe so many women have what it takes to create successful, profitable businesses — they just have to believe in themselves. By giving them access to insights and advice from established, successful Kiwi business owners, we hope they feel empowered to continue following their dream, while supporting other women in business to do the same.

Want to know more? Download Bartercard’s free 2018 Digital Business Essentials eBook: https://content.bartercard.co.nz/ digital-business-essentials-ebook.

Now is the time to get your business working harder, allowing you the time to focus on the strategic parts of your business.

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John Shingleton

Craig Hudson

Debra Buckley

Owner of Waimak Law and Onlinelawyers www.onlinelawyers.nz

Country manager at Xero New Zealand www.xero.com/nz

CEO of the New Zealand Institute of Management and Leadership www.nzimleadership.co.nz

Law reforms to empower unions

Making your workplace parent-friendly

Looking down the track

Can unions just turn up at your business unannounced? Not now, but they will with the new law reforms.

One of the best things about working at Xero is that we encourage our staff to bring their whole selves to work. And for a lot of us, including myself, being a parent is a big part of who we are.

Are you suffering? It wasn’t that long ago in our own business that we were suffering from a short-term mindset. It wasn’t intentional; to be honest, I don’t think we knew we were.

Currently, before accessing a workplace the union must give notice to the employer of the proposed entry and tell the employer what the purpose of the entry is. Within one working day the employer must respond, either allowing access or reasonably withholding access.

On the day of entry, the union organiser must give the purpose of their entry and produce evidence of their identity and their authority to represent the union. Providing this process is followed, the union is able to enter the workplace.

The good news for parents, and parents-to-be, across the country, is that the parental leave allowance has just increased from 18 weeks to 22 weeks, with another increase to 26 weeks coming in 2020. I’m on board with anything that makes life a little bit easier for working parents, and that extends to once they’re back in the office too.

The union is allowed to speak to your workers for a reasonable duration and you cannot deduct wages in respect of the time your employees spend talking to the union.

Being a working parent is tough, especially when the kids are young. Not only is sleep deprivation a daily factor but you’re constantly juggling your family responsibilities with your work ones.

Before entering the workplace, the union must request and obtain your consent, or the consent of a representative of the employer.

The Employment Relations Act allows you one working day to decide after they request access.

If a child is sick and both parents work full-time, there is often a discussion around who stays at home. Who has the most understanding manager? Who has spent the most time away from the office recently?

Unions must only access the workplace at a reasonable time, during the ordinary working and operating hours of the workplace. They must have regard to normal business operations and comply with existing and reasonable health and safety procedures.

I believe that the more we can do to help take these stresses away from working parents, the better. One way we can do this is by embracing technology.

Prior to entry, and as above, the union must seek the consent of the employer. On the day of the entry, the union representative must give the employer reasons for the purpose of the entry and provide evidence or produce their identity documentation and evidence of their authority to enter the workplace.

The relationship between union and employer is, similarly to the relationship between employer and employee, one of good faith.

If either the union or the employer breaches the law on access, either party can be penalised by the Employment Relations Authority.

Sounds fair? Well not according to the coalition government.

Under the Employment Relations Amendment Bill, unions will no longer require consent from employers before entering the workplace and employers will not be permitted to unreasonably deny the union access to the workplace.

With a laptop, a good internet connection and access to the cloud, we can work from anywhere. Meetings can be conducted over Skype or Google Hangouts, documents can be stored in the cloud, and calls can be made with mobile phones.

Whether you’re on the road visiting clients or at home with a sick child, you can still work just as efficiently and effectively as if you were in the office. Rather than taking a sick day to take care of them, sacrificing productivity and using up unnecessary sick leave, parents can put their mind at rest and take care of their child while also being able to get in a full day’s work.

In many cases we also need to change attitudes to working parents. Often, they don’t want their colleagues to think they are slacking off or getting special privileges if they are out of the office because of their children.

In modern office-based workplaces, these types of concerns just don’t have any place. Modern employers understand that flexible working is really important.

If an employer refuses to allow access to the union, then the employer could be penalised by the Employment Relations Authority.

Making life a little bit easier for your working parents is something which costs little, but can have huge value, both to your employees and your business itself.

In my opinion this is an unfortunate amendment, leaving open the possibility of ambush visits by unions into targeted workplaces.

If you’re not already thinking about how you can help ease the challenges these staff members face, now is the time to start a dialogue about what your employees’ needs are and how you can make their working life a little easier.

This is one of many reasons why most employers oppose the Employment Relations Amendment Bill. Withdrawing this amendment would be a constructive gesture towards New Zealand businesses, who by and large just want an even playing field.

In this day and age of instant information and gratification, you can’t blame any of us for suffering with the business-altering condition of ‘short-term mindset’ and a focus on a quick-win.

The trouble with this approach in business is that in reality, there is no silver-bullet or quick fix. Furthermore, if your strategy is working and there is movement in the right direction… then why make a change?

Even in good times it pays to pause and take stock, because a short-term mindset often generates ripples further down the track.

When spirits are high, the energy and the camaraderie of the team is ‘up’ and everyone is looking to win, the ripple of positivity runs across the business and community. There is very little talk of weathering the storm or we may be reluctant to work within the pre-determined constraints of strategy.

At times we see examples of this in our political arena, where those with voice are putting their views in front of the leadership team with promises of short-term actions. The desire to be heard, the drive to take immediate action — be it a working-group or advisory committee reviewing a plan — there is a clear message that something will change. These may be symptoms of a short-term mindset.

Be aware that future danger may lie in the long-range outcome.

For example, paying for a good accountant might seem like an unnecessary expense until you receive an unexpected tax bill, at which point that accountant, with hindsight, would have been a wise investment.

If your business can apply a mix of both short and long-term thinking, you are far more likely to get ‘a win’ commercially, for your brand and for your people.

The first step is to identify if you are suffering from a shortterm mindset. Ask yourself if you are being reactive to your results and deliberately cutting the budget in the hope of high performance?

In every aspect of life you need balance. For example, a week of healthy eating won’t result in long-term health benefits. The same applies in your business.

Adopt the habit of questioning your mindset before you leap into action. You need to hold short and long-term plans and vision simultaneously: absolutely easier said than done, but the alternative is a very long road and one where you are more reactive than active or effective.

So, are you suffering? You be the judge.

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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19

Dirty money in NZ — really?

More than just pot luck

Chances are you’ve seen a bit of publicity surrounding the anti-money laundering laws in New Zealand.

Are there any plants at your workplace? In your office? In the lunch room? Or perhaps outside near the entrance way or in the car park? I hope the answer to at least one of these is yes, and if not, it soon will be.

You might rightfully think this is a new initiative, but the Act that brought this into existence is actually a 2013 Act. The Ant-Money Laundering and Countering Terrorism Financing Act 2013.

Putting things simply, laundering money is a serious crime.

Typically criminals use the process to clean money they make from fraud, drugs and even trafficking. The ultimate goal is to make the money “appear” that it has come from a legitimate source.

During the course of my week I visit all sorts of different workplaces and without fail, as soon as I walk in, I feel better when there are some lovely green, usually living, plants in the space.

Is this going on here in wee NZ? You bet your bottom dollar it is!

In terms of size it is estimated that in NZ alone we are laundering in excess of $1 billion a year. That’s a pretty penny.

I am always surprised at just how much it strikes me when I arrive in those places where there is nothing green; they are in stark contrast to those leafier places. Whether inside or out, a space without plants feels a little lifeless, and not really the type of environment in which people are likely to feel inspired and be productive.

Why is there such a push on the new legislation? Well, ultimately they are trying to make it harder for criminals to launder money and thus making it harder for criminals to carry out illegal activity in the first place.

While it’s easy to write off the idea of plants in the workplace as a pseudo feel-good factor, there is actually a scientific reason why we respond to plants in such a positive way. It’s known as biophilia.

So as mentioned before, legislation has been around since 2013 and you have likely encountered this with banks, casinos, financial institutions and other providers, but now it is being extended to lawyers, conveyancers, accountants, real estate agents, dealers in high value goods and even the NZ Racing Board.

When I’m out talking to people in the workplace, most tell me that they prefer to have a window seat. But the reality is, particularly in an increasing number of open plan offices, giving everyone a desk with a view is simply not feasible. This is where plants come in.

Any of the businesses in the above list (plus some others) will need to put systems and processes into place to prevent criminals from trying to exploit them. In essence these businesses need to be able to identify their customers, know where they live and in some circumstances even know where their money is coming from.

It goes even further though, as there is now a responsibility on some business owners (above) to fulfil new reporting requirements and even report suspicious activities.

If you think you might be caught up in this but are not sure where to go or what to do, then make a time and visit your business advisors who can help you out. For everyone else, just be prepared to be asked to prove who you are and where you live – even from people who might have known you for donkey’s years.

Will you get reimbursed for the time and trouble to introduce and police these new systems?

Sadly, no. It’s a cost of being in business and a further compliance cost that needs to be swallowed up and dealt with.

Just remember there’s no need to reinvent the wheel – go and ask someone who’s on top of it and get them to help you out, for what is sure to be a fraction of the cost to set everything up from scratch.

Although the correlation between plants and wellbeing was recognised in the early sixties, it was only as the green building movement emerged in the 1990s that links were made between improved environmental quality, worker productivity, and health and wellbeing.

Neuroscientific evidence in the last decade highlights that integrating plants is not just about making a space look nice, but that it really does make a difference in how we feel about the workplace.

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 23 EMERGING LEADERS Enhance your leadership skills during this one-day practical and impactful master class. Designed for emerging and aspiring female leaders across a gamut of industries.

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25 COLOUR ZONE RUN The most colourful run you will ever encounter, suited to people of all ages. A great day out for the family or get a bunch of work mates together. A 5km fun run/walk with colour stations placed throughout, ready to blast you from every angle.

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6 CHRISTMAS AT THE RACES It’s that time of year again. Enjoy an evening of action-packed harness racing with late night entertainment, fine fare and beverages. Choose from the range of dates and locations – there’s bound to be an evening that slots into your schedule.

A great option for that end of year function.

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Proven, tangible benefits of having plants in our workplace include: • Increased concentration levels • Enhanced productivity • Increased creativity • Enhanced wellbeing, and • Great staff retention.

Nurture the idea If you look around and see no plants, or if there are a few halfdead ones dotted around the office struggling to survive, then take a fresh outlook and start again. Not all of us are going to be able to wheel in a living wall (which would be nice if you can do it), but you can all start small.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15 BAT IT OUT FOR CYSTIC FYBROSIS Watch the BNZ Crusaders take on the Allstars, captained by Andrew Mehrtens, in a game of 20/20 cricket. This is a free event held at Hagley Oval. Bring a picnic, your kids and your friends for a great day out. Corporate packages are available.

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Credit crunch In our credit hungry world, not keeping your credit score in check could impact your ability to get anything from a home to a power supplier.

What is a credit score?

In very basic terms, your credit score is a rating of how reliable you have been at paying credit cards, bills, loans, rent, mortgage, etc.

The more reliable you have been, the higher your score. The higher your score, the more favourable interest rates you will be able to attract when you apply for a personal loan, mortgage, store credit, etc.

And according to a Canstar survey of 2,733 people, Kiwis have got their head in the sand when it comes to credit scores. Results revealed that 60 percent of Kiwis didn’t know their credit score, with 40 to 50 year-olds being the worst offenders.

Scores are usually between 300-850, (on a scale of up to 1,000) with anything of around 600 or over, considered good.

How do I find out my credit score?

We have three credit rating companies in New Zealand: Centrix, Dun & Bradstreet, and Equifax. To get a complete credit report and rating, you will need to contact all three of them.

“Credit scores are our financial footprints and can go up or down depending on our financial habits,” says Canstar general manager Jose George.

“It’s also concerning that our survey revealed that 40 to 50 year-olds, the group least active in tracking and managing their credit scores, are one of the age groups that are less likely to pay off their credit cards.”

Maxing out on credit cards, and/or not paying off the balance in full has a negative impact on your score. Worryingly Canstar’s survey revealed that 39 percent of people don’t clear their credit card balance every month – rising to 42 percent of 40 to 50-year-olds.

Five ways to achieve a healthy credit score So, what happens if you get your report and you don’t like what you see? How can you influence you score for the better?

Here’s a few tips: 1. Pay on time This is a biggie and goes for everything from your rent or mortgage through to utility and credit card bills. Your payment history

accounts for a large part of your score and every late or defaulted payment, is more points lost.

2. Don’t max out your credit card How much available credit you actually use is commonly referred to as your debtto-credit ratio.

Using every available cent of your credit card limit, or in fact regularly using over 50 percent, will have an adverse effect on your credit score. A good rule of thumb is to use between 10 and 30 percent of your limit if you want to keep your credit score healthy.

4. Too many balance transfers This might seem like a good idea at the time; transferring the balance from one credit card to another offering low or no interest charges for a fixed period of time.

The problem with this is, if you managed your debt by taking advantage of every zero percent deal that comes along, it looks like you’re avoiding your debt and your credit score does not like that.

3. Don’t apply for different loans at the same time

5. Got a good credit card account - keep it open This is a mistake that can catch people out.

Say you’ve got a good record of paying off your zero-fee credit card balance in full and on time, but want to switch to a card that offers rewards.

Too many loans – or even loan enquiries — make it look like you’re not managing your money well and that credit score will fall as a result.

In this case it’s fine to apply for another credit card, but don’t cancel your old card (just stick it in the drawer), as that repayment history is giving your credit score a healthy glow.

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Achieving financial fitness NZCU Baywide has six top tips that can help people get ‘financially fit’ and make their financial dreams and goals more achievable.

on payday and they can be stored in a savings account.

5. Do your homework Spend some time researching bank interest rates on their savings accounts. If you have a high-interest bearing account set up to put regular savings into, your nest egg will grow faster.

1. Live off less than what you earn If you are living pay day to pay day and spending every cent of your wage, it is going to be very difficult, if not impossible, to ever get ahead.

Perhaps, you have become complacent to the old saying “the more you earn, the more you spend”, when in reality it should be “the more you earn, the more you save”. Aim to save at least 10 percent of your wage and adjust your spending accordingly; it won’t take long for you to see your savings grow and you can then take pride in what you are achieving.

2. Hide it away Seeing how quickly your savings accumulate and watching them grow is great motivation, however, you don’t want to be easily tempted into dipping in here and there. The harder your funds are to access the easier it is to save.

Long-term saving retirement schemes, such as KiwiSaver, work incredibly well. Your contribution is taken directly out of your wage — you don’t see it or even get a chance to spend it in your head.

You can also have funds transferred automatically from your main account into a savings account. Hide your savings, make it difficult to access and watch it grow!

3. Set financial goals and live by them When would you like to own your own home?

Do you plan on travelling at some stage? What age would you like to retire by?

Although they may seem like dreams for the distant future, to make these a reality it’s important to set a plan in place now.

Having clear goals in mind means you always have an objective for your finances. Write them down, review them often, and verbally confirm them.

When you are tempted into buying unnecessary items, instead of saying “I really

want it, but I can’t afford it”, say “I could buy it, but I would rather save to buy our first home”.

4. When life gets in the way…

In addition to savings, you need to have a backup plan for when the unexpected happens.

The car breaks down, your beloved pet gets sick or you have to travel overseas for a family emergency; events like this will wreak havoc with your savings and have the potential to throw your budget and financial goals out the window.

6. Don’t spend money that doesn’t belong to you Credit cards and overdrafts can be very useful, particularly for emergencies or overseas travel. However, when it comes to everyday spending, you should avoid using your credit cards and instead use your debit/ eftpos card or even better, cash.

When you use your credit card you are not spending your own money, and even with the best intentions of paying it back, deep down your subconscious knows this and therefore you’ll find it a lot easier and less painful than spending your own hard-earned cash.

The best way to ensure you get through these times is to prepare.

Leave the credit cards at home and use your eftpos, or even better, withdraw the exact amount of cash out that you need and leave all of your cards at home. If it’s not on hand, you can’t be tempted to spend money that you don’t actually have.

In addition to your savings that are locked away for future goals, you also need some ‘buffer’ funds. Again, it would be best to have these automatically debited from your account

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Maximising your online potential

By Jo Foster

In a 2018 report by global giant of social media management, Hootsuite, a staggering 89 percent of Kiwis are online.

A large chunk of New Zealanders’ online time is spent on social media. The top three social media channels we’re engaged with are YouTube (74 percent), Facebook (73 percent), and Instagram (35 percent).

Most businesses have a Facebook page, but how many businesses know how to create engaged audiences? We all know how to get our Mum to like our posts, but how do we get more approval, beyond that one follower that likes everything we post?

Customers are only a couple of clicks away from buying. Hands up if you have dissapeared into the vortex of Facebook only to have bought something on impulse?

If you consider your website as your shop or office, consider your Facebook page as the chatty front-person who everyone loves.

If the face of the business makes great conversation, shares a professional tip or two and is always up for a laugh – guess what – you’re likely to make some sales. If the face of the business is out the back all the time, and only pops out reluctantly with ‘buy me’ or ‘buy this’ sales rhetoric, well — you may have a problem.

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There’s more than one way to catch a Kiwi (on social media). An integral part of our cultural code is authenticity. We’d rather buy from our Facebook mate Dave than formal faceless employee #3468.

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It’s impossible to write well or film quality video for an undefined group of 3.44 million New Zealanders. But if you narrow it down to one, imagined, good friend — your favoure client: suddenly you find your voice, you come across authentic and you have an engaged, happy audience.

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David Niethe, renowned mental performance coach, known for his work with New Zealand’s top athletes and business people, says the mind is our greatest tool.

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I always say that people are exactly where they should be in life. If you want something, be prepared to work your ass off to get there and you will.

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Do you believe in mind control? It’s what sets the elite apart from the ordinary. It’s a silent determination, an ability to replace the selfdoubt with unwavering confidence to enable peak personal performance.

Regardless of how successful a person may be, the mind continues to put up barriers to overcome and there’s one man who has made it his life to help hundreds, maybe even thousands, break through those barriers.

Mental performance coach, David (Dave) Niethe is your typical, straight-talking Kiwi bloke. Standing at 6.2 ft tall and weighing in at around 140kg, if it wasn’t for his bubbly persona you’d be forgiven for being slightly intimidated.

Mental performance and “getting that mental edge” is Dave’s specialty. His approach is wildly unique, and his results speak for themselves. His reputation is highly regarded by many business owners, CEOs and NZ’s high-performance managers, coaches and athletes.

Dave works closely with individuals and teams to perfect their mental aptitude to achieve results. “It’s a collaboration,” he says.

With over 20 years in the industry, trained overseas by the very best in the business, he talks the talk and walks the walk – an example of what can be achieved with the right mind set.

Literacy and studying were never things that came easily to Dave, yet he is a master neurolinguistic programming practitioner (ABNLP), a master time line therapist (ABTL), and a master hypnotherapist (ABH). These certifications are all recognised with the American Board of Neuro Linguistics.

Certifications aside, it’s his straight-talking, Kiwi way that has earned him his reputation as New Zealand’s leading mental performance coach - that and the fact he has worked alongside many New Zealand sporting greats including world golfing great Lydia Ko, the NZ Breakers, NZ Mystics and our very own Olympic and Commonwealth games medallists.

Dave has a unique way of pushing people past their mental limits because he’s been there, he’s battled the set-backs, the injuries and come out the other side to break records.

“That’s what makes me the best mental performance coach in the country,” he says.

His first couple of years of schooling he does not look back on with fond memories, and confesses with a few expletives that he learned to “harden up real quick”.

“I had my fair share of hidings, it was a tough time,” he says. He never completed school cert, but it wasn’t from lack of trying.

It wasn’t until Dave left school that he was diagnosed with dyslexia.

Without that diagnosis, Dave’s self-esteem was low, he was fearful, and he wanted to change. Gifted a book by the school’s priest titled Jonathan Livingston Seagull, the seed for Dave’s curiosity of the mind was planted, and his journey began.

His change began physically. His saving grace was always sport. The struggles he faced with education gave him a fierce sense of independence and determination.

From his passion for sports and personally competing at an elite level in rowing, rugby, Highland Games and NZ Strongman (where he set new records), Dave knows the mental challenges that lay ahead and what it takes, not only physically but, mentally to stay at the top of your game time and time again.

Dave’s pursuits haven’t hindered, he is the current GPC master’s power lifting champion and national record holder and has been for the last five years.

Complete freedom During the 90s, Dave’s sporting career was amicable, but his working life as a web offset printer, printing the face of Princess Diana on the cover of Woman’s Day magazines, didn’t quite match up.

Some may see that statement as arrogance but “I absolutely hated every minute of it,” he if he didn’t believe he was the best, he wouldn’t confesses. “I just wanted complete freedom be a very good mental performance coach, in my life.” would he?

Strongman was the clencher. He knew from competing that the mind was a powerful tool, From school failure to but mental performance coaching didn’t exist. record breaker At the tender age of 12, Dave, a proud South Auckland boy, was sent to Wesley College as a boarder.

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The people that come to see me are highperformance, whether business or sports people, they’re always wanting to learn, looking for little gems of wisdom wherever they go. We are not talking about therapy. These people don’t have issues, they are simply looking for the mental edge.

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across what the Russians were doing, and they dysfunctional. It’s a means to keep pushing were doing a lot of hypnosis.” forward and bettering oneself.

From hypnosis Dave found neuro-linguistic programming and become completely fascinated.

Already a natural-born motivator, he knew this was his break from Princess Diana.

“I knew I needed to start this business and I needed a plan, so I went from printing and got a sales job in the same industry.”

This job led to his first success story. “I was working with this guy and we pitched for a job together and he said to me ‘man you’re amazing the way you sell,’ I said ‘I could teach you if you want’. I didn’t teach him any sales it was just building his confidence and self-esteem.”

That man was Brenden Rolston, now managing director of ActionHQ. His testament to Dave sums it all up. “Dave takes you to a whole new level and helps you to take a real honest look at yourself and helps you crystallise your direction and will empower you with the tools needed to achieve personal and professional goals.”

Dave’s gift of the gab and his natural ability to inspire is undeniable and he knew Brenden wasn’t a one-off – he could help many others.

As is often assumed, seeking mental performance coaching doesn’t make one

“The people that come to see me are highperformance, whether business or sports people, they’re always wanting to learn, looking for little gems of wisdom wherever they go.

“We are not talking about therapy. These people don’t have issues, they are simply looking for the mental edge.”

His seminars are “thought-provoking and empowering” as resonated through the feedback and it’s clear that his large stature matches his enthusiasm.

Dave’s engagements have taken him throughout New Zealand and Cantabrians can look forward to a new Mental Edge tour hitting the south in the future.

Dave has achieved complete freedom, he works his own hours in a role that he is truly passionate about.

“I always say that people are exactly where they should be in life. If you want something, be prepared to work your ass off to get there and you will.”

The truth is we are only limited by our imagination and Dave is testament to that. A believer in dreaming big, a true master of the mind and a typical Kiwi bloke with a relentless passion for delivering results and winning. CT

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The clock is ticking for landlords By now, landlords, property managers and most tenants throughout New Zealand will be aware of the changes to the Residential Tenancy Act concerning home insulation.

These laws require all rental properties to have adequate ceiling and under floor insulation installed, where practicable, by 30th June 2019.

The introduction of the new insulation law is seen as the most effective way to safeguard tenants by requiring that landlords maintain warm, healthy, energy-efficient houses.

What landlords and property management companies may not be aware of is that they could be liable for a $4,000 fine (per non-compliant property), payable to the tenants, if their investment properties do not meet the standard in time.

With an estimated 125,000 rental properties still requiring better insulation, these owners and property managers are being urged to take action now to avoid the impending rush.

Local long-established insulation specialists EnergySmart are a selected service provider for the government’s EECA (Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority) insulation programme, and currently offer both landlords and homeowners great savings to better insulate their properties.

The company offers free property assessments. If the existing insulation already complies, then EnergySmart provides an insulation Compliance Certificate for the property.

EnergySmart installers are fully trained, clean and tidy, and their work is audited both internally as well as by the government, so you are assured of the highest standard of workmanship.

While insulation in rental properties is now a legal requirement for landlords, they will also have the satisfaction of knowing their tenants are living in a warmer home, and consequently are more likely to stay.

EnergySmart has easy payment options including no deposit and 36 months interest free, meaning you can insulate your property from only $12 per week. This enables landlords to insulate now, take advantage of current discounts, and beat the rush.

To enquire about a free property assessment and insulation options, contact EnergySmart, phone 0800 777 111 or visit www.energysmart.co.nz.

If insulation is required, they provide a Compliance Report and a Quote to complete the work. An extended home energy assessment is also available, with EnergySmart also supplying heat pumps and LED lights if required.

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From Finance to Entrepreneurship Jacob Varghese, Ministry of Awesome

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level and preparing him to tackle a managerial position.

Flexible study options and the ability to tailor study pathways to suit individual goals are a feature of the School’s business qualifications.

Varghese found this course very helpful and different from the usual Human Resource Management course. It had a strong focus on real world application of academic concepts and he found Wordsworth extremely helpful and a great mentor for students.

“At any stage in your working life, it’s important to keep learning to stay abreast of new ideas, processes and technology,” says Head of School Paul Ballantine. “We offer world-class lecturers, alongside realworld experiences, to prepare our graduates to be work-ready.”

A day in the office for recent UC Graduate Jacob Varghese involves one-on-one business mentoring with multiple Christchurch startups as Ministry of Awesome’s new Startup Activation Coordinator.

Varghese moved from India to New Zealand in 2016 with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the Loyola College, Madras University, India. In December 2017, Jacob graduated with a Postgraduate Diploma in Business (PGDipBus) at the University of Canterbury.

After a five-week internship at Ministry of Awesome in January, he now works as Ministry of Awesome’s Startup Activation Co-ordinator.

Varghese found his PGDipBus very helpful in honing his business skill set, stepping up to a more senior

During his studies, Varghese had some great professors including Business School Senior Lecturer, Dr Russell Wordsworth, who took the MBUS603 Managing People and Performance course.

“Jacob brought a critical perspective to class and often challenged conventional thinking and theory. He was always able to draw on his work experience in India and relate this to the topic of the day and in doing so enrich the learning experience,” says Dr Wordsworth.

Varghese was also a student at UC Centre for Entrepreneurship (UCE), participating in Bootcamps and coming along to guest speakers, his highlight being Bill Reichert.

“The best opportunity UCE gave me was inviting me to a talk by Bill Reichert, Managing Director at Garage Technology Ventures. To engage with someone like that in a university setting was great and definitely a highlight.”

A lot of his friends benefitted from the UCE EY Summer Startup Programme, where he discovered his enjoyment helping and mentoring them as a friend.

“My undergraduate study has been in economics and finance and I was an investment banker back in India, so while engaging with UCE, my focus wasn’t to become an entrepreneur, but to help other entrepreneurs and enterprises with the business knowledge I have,” he explains.

Varghese was a volunteer consultant for UC Centre for Entrepreneurship based club, 180 Degrees Consulting.

Over three months his consultant team worked with an Auckland based client in developing a solution for a critical problem that they faced.

His team received guidance and support from an expert team from PwC. “Our team itself was very diverse; we had a PhD Scholar in Politics from the Philippines, a Masters in Psychology student and me with a banking and finance background, so we all offered something to the team,” Varghese says.

During his time at UC, Varghese’s

experience and interactions between people from different backgrounds really expanded and opened his horizon to the business world. He describes his experience at UC as not being limited to the four walls of his classroom, but a whole package.

“From classroom learning to being involved with different clubs and societies with different backgrounds, ethnicities and nationalities formed my whole UC experience and that experience was really great”.

In Varghese’s experience, he found UC Centre for Entrepreneurship and Ministry of Awesome to be closely linked, “They both have an aligned vision in wanting to make Christchurch the city of opportunities, constructing a good ecosystem and creating jobs for our future workforce”.

Whether you are considering studying fulltime or part-time, UC Business School can help you transform your current role or fasttrack into a new career.

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If you or your staff are looking for training, fees-free tertiary study is now available for eligible learners and the Government could pay up to $12,000 for those studying the Master of Business Administration (MBA), Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration (PGDipBA), and Postgraduate Certificate in Strategic Leadership (PGCertSL).

There is a wide range of study options available, from preparatory course to undergraduate degrees, diplomas and masters study.

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Management | Workplaces

Cases that broke the bank

Breaking accessibility barriers

Operational breaches that left companies facing hefty fines

Creating accessible environments for those of us with disabilities is often framed as a social issue occurring outside the business community.

Negligent builder prosecuted for overcharging client $100,000 A Christchurch Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) has had his licence cancelled for two years for work negligence and incompetence, which saw a client overcharged by $100,000.

The Building Practitioners Board says Ronald Carmichael’s quote for a build was incorrect, pushing costs $100,000 above the contract price. The Board found he was negligent in failing to correctly read and interpret the plans, and to price the project accurately.

The homeowner stated that she had not received a record of work from Mr Carmichael and that he had refused to provide one. The Territorial Authority also didn’t receive a copy, despite Mr Carmichael’s claims.

to keep correct wage, time, holiday and l eave records.

The businesses were based in Henderson and Te Atatu, and the breaches affected some 112 staff across both. In addition to penalties, Mr Chen also paid his staff more than $54,000 in arrears, as calculated by Domino’s Pizza Enterprises.

Labour Inspectorate retail lead, Loua Ward, says, “It’s disappointing to see companies operating under established and international brands, failing to provide employees with their minimum rights.

“It’s simply not acceptable for businesses to ‘fix things up’ after the event. Businesses and their brands must have mechanisms in place to monitor and prevent employment standards breaches. It’s the ‘getting it right’ that counts.” $52,500 fine for selling non-protective safety jacket A protective clothing company has been fined $52,500 for selling a safety jacket that did not have the claimed protection against electrical burns.

The Board found Mr Carmichael also failed to disclose and sign a contract between himself and the client, building variations were not in accordance with the Building Act, and he took a Argyle Performance Workwear Limited (Argyle) cavalier approach to pricing. was sentenced in the Auckland District Court “Understanding your regulatory and contractual on 10 May on one charge under the Fair Trading Act. It represented a safety jacket as obligations is important, and has been having an arc rating of 70 calories per square highlighted by this complaint. Ensuring that centimetre (70 cal/cm2) when it had no arc there is a written contract and the required rating at all. documents are provided before starting building work is required by law,” says Building Arc rated garments are worn by electricity Practitioner Licensing registrar Paul Hobbs. lines workers and anyone who needs “This is a reminder to LBPs that being honest protection against the risk of harm from on your licence application and in your electrical arcing. Electrical arcing can cause business decisions is important – not only for serious burns. Arc ratings are expressed in your reputation and that of your business, but calories per square centimetre (cal/cm2) also to maintain your license,” he says. and the higher the arc rating the greater the protection offered by the garment.

Domino’s franchisees to pay more than $32,000 for employment breaches

Two companies, which operated as Domino’s pizza franchises in Auckland, have been penalised $32,400 for serious breaches of employment law, following a Labour Inspectorate investigation.

Argyle is a Hawera-based company specialising in protective industrial clothing, workwear and footwear. The arc rating representations were made on garment tags, in marketing emails, on the Argyle website and in a guide distributed to contractors.

While only 12 jackets were supplied, the E Lynn Limited and E Ming Limited, operated

by Mr Xi Chen, failed to provide their employees Commission considered the representations with correct employment agreements and were serious. CT

Yet people with disabilities are our families and friends, colleagues, and staff. They are potential customers and potential employees.

They have a lot to contribute to our country and our businesses.

That is, if we break down the barriers.

Everyday a staggering one in four of us face daily challenges accessing things many take for granted. For those living with disabilities, accessing things like employment, education, shopping, consumer goods and information, and getting around their town or city can be a daily battle.

It doesn’t have to be this way.

CEO of Sudima Hotels, Sudesh Jhunjhnuwala, runs an enterprise which is living proof that change is possible. That accessibility in business can be done and done well, in a way which benefits society but is also great for business.

As committed supporters of the Access Matters movement, campaigning for an accessibility law at the heart of a more inclusive New Zealand, Sudima works to make their business fully accessible to all.

For Sudesh, it’s about creating a society all people can participate in, regardless of their disability.

“It’s all about being inclusive. If someone with some need walks in, they shouldn’t feel excluded. They should be treated fairly and be able to enjoy our facilities, just like everyone else does.”

What does a fully accessible business look like?

Sudima has been successful in making their hotels fully accessible to customers with mobility issues, who use wheelchairs, for example. This stretches beyond minimum standards - with the company providing accessible entrances, toilets, rooms, restaurants and more.

It doesn’t stop there. Sudima took this further, incorporating a braille menu for those using their restaurants who are blind or have low vision, and providing special evacuation chairs in their hotels in case of emergency.

“We are constantly trying to push the boundaries and look at ways we can improve our accessibility,” Sudesh explained.

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Sudima strives to include all customers, but also works to create a working environment fully accessible to staff, too.

Having employees who are deaf and have low hearing, Sudima ensures there are sign language interpreters during staff meetings.

Some staff have even started learning sign language so they can communicate with their colleagues.

It is, Sudesh stressed, an integral part of Sudima’s workplace culture and not something pushed by those in charge.

“My team come up with suggestions on how we can do things better and how we can improve accessibility. We have over 400 staff and they have all bought into it. They all believe in it. Accessibility is ingrained in their psyche — that we have a responsibility to do something more than just lip service.”

While Sudima is working hard to make their business fully accessible, Sudesh shared that he didn’t always have this level of motivation in the area of accessibility.

“When I was putting a new extension on our Christchurch hotel, I was told I had to bring everything up to code and add four new extra accessible rooms. I was like, wow, do I really need to do that!? I had a kind of mental block.”

Looking back, Sudesh tried to put his finger on why he had that reaction.

“It’s not so much about the cost, really. I think what a lot of businesses think about is that we are being arm twisted to do this.

It’s difficult sometimes to see beyond the bureaucracy, to the bigger picture that it’s creating a better society and more inclusive environment for everyone.”

It’s because of this larger vision of a country where everyone can access all areas of life, that Sudima chooses to look beyond the bureaucracy and support the Access Matters campaign and the introduction of accessibility legislation in New Zealand.

For Sudima, a law would set clearer standards and be the impetus for businesses and government to make a wide-reaching, impactful transformation.

For more information on Access Matters, visit: www.accessalliance.org.nz. CT

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Engulfed by lively CBD action including shopping locales, popular eateries and the head offices of Vodafone and Kathmandu, clients of Magnum can utilise their time in the area wisely, in a ‘two birds, one stone’ type jaunt.

“We never used to be able to offer entertainment to customers while they waited – we had a big, cold warehouse, nowhere to wait, nowhere to walk to if you did want to go somewhere – but now we have the mix of both and they have the best of both worlds,” co-owner of the Tuam Street service centre, Riley McCallum, says.

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The motor industry co-exists alongside technological advancements and Magnum Group’s support network has been particularly valuable in providing peace of mind to both staff and clients alike that, in an increasingly digital world, all practices used are proven, current, and learned about and accomplished through in-house training before being implemented for diagnostics or as service solutions.

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Its signature feature is the immensely powerful V8 engine, added to thrilling driving dynamics and distinct design, making the AMG C 63 range a bestseller.

The rear-wheel drive, AMG-specific suspension and a muscular, athletic appearance defines the C 63 – but it also offers a wealth of individualisation options, including four body versions, two output variants and an extensive range of optional extras.

And you can get a body-type to suit, as it’s available as a Saloon, Estate, Coupé and Cabriolet.

The comprehensive model update includes a raft of measures with one thing in mind above all: to further sharpen the driving dynamics.

One of the new features is the AMG Speedshift MCT 9G transmission with wet start-off clutch (previously 7-speed transmission). It allows faster bursts of speed and more spontaneous responses to the driver’s accelerator pedal input. In addition, the rear-axle limited-slip differential fitted as standard is now electronically controlled on all versions, allowing more precise traction control.

The new, integrated dynamic handling control system AMG Dynamics enhances driving enjoyment as well.

“Manual” mode can be selected using a separate button in the centre console. The gear changes are based on the selected drive program, and the driver can now change gear using the paddles on the steering wheel. Moreover, the transmission stays in the selected gear and does not automatically shift up when the engine speed reaches the limit.

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The C 63 S Saloon and Coupé have a top speed of 290 km/h, the C 63 S Estate and Cabriolet 280 km/h, while the figure for the C 63 variants is 250 km/h (electronically limited in each case).

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Black Cat Cruises Taste the sea salt on your lips and let the wind keep the hair from your face as you take in Banks Peninsula’s unique scenery and wildlife by sight or by hand.

There are many factors at play that make Black Cat Cruises worthy of gracing your bucket list.

Formed by two interconnecting volcanoes centuries ago, Banks Peninsula is a nutrient-rich environment in which unique wildlife thrives.

More than 20+ ocean bays offer breathtaking geology and rock formations, and with sheltered waters and rivers reaching the sea either side of the peninsula, the area is home to the rare and endangered Hector’s Dolphin, as well as species of New Zealand fur seals, White-Flippered Little Blue Penguins, and of course a myriad of bird life, sometimes even the majestic, gliding Wandering Albatross.

As well as being rich with natural beauty, the area has a fascinating history of early Moari settlers, the arrival of French and English settlers and tales from the lighthouse.

These many areas of interest create an indulgent experience that’s hugely popular with people of all ages and from all over the world. But you don’t have to be a tourist to New Zealand to appreciate its splendor, as with charters in both Akaroa and Lyttleton harbours, you can enjoy a memorable experience for a number of reasons.

With a fully licensed bar onboard that caters for up to 80 guests, the Lyttleton charters are a popular choice for weddings, special occasions and work functions. Most popular would be the package offering three hours on the water and including a two-course spit roast meal served on board. Each charter is unique but all share the chance of seeing Hector’s Dolphins along the way.

The Akaroa Harbour cruise is designed for customers laid back, young and old, who wish to experience the environment tranquilly from the largest and most stable vessel on the Akaroa Harbour.

Swimming with Dolphins remains a popular, once in a lifetime treat for many. “It really is magical to get out there and see these special dolphins in their natural environment.”

Black Cat Cruises considers it a great honour to be internationally recognised as eco-tourism pioneers.

“We rely heavily on the environment that we work in and so it goes without saying that we should look after this.”

Traditionally, a financial contribution has gone to DOC or in support of research however Black Cat is also proud to support the Quail Island Restoration trust in their efforts to restore the natural environment of Quail Island in Lyttelton.

Education is a key area of focus and they are putting the finishing touches onto a school resource that links in with the curriculum to educate students on the importance of the marine environment and the Hector’s Dolphins.

New marina enticing boaties to Lyttelton Te Ana Marina is Lyttelton Port Company’s (LPC) first step towards regenerating the inner harbour as a vibrant community-focused destination, with direct connections to Lyttelton township.

LPC owns and operates the marina and associated facilities.

Following the completion of the waterside moorings in June, Te Ana Marina has 85 percent of the 170 walk-on available berths occupied, says LPC Marketing Manager Simon Munt.

“Te Ana is enticing boaties to Lyttelton. We are seeing increasing numbers of visitors to Christchurch – people who are boating around New Zealand but previously wouldn’t have stopped here are now staying two or three weeks.”

Visitor numbers are expected to continue growing, and 100 percent take-up of the berths is likely within the next year, says Simon.

Landside, Te Ana Marina provides shower, toilet and changing room facilities and car parking, with the marina administration office also located onsite.

As more of the port’s operational activities move to other areas, the company will have the ability to expand the marina further into the inner harbour and back towards the township, he says.

For a long time the port had been shut off from the public due to security, and health and safety concerns and the company wants to get back to making some of the waterfront accessible again.

“This standalone, dedicated cruise ship facility will allow the biggest cruise ships to berth in Lyttelton.

The cruise landside facilities will provide an efficient way of transporting passengers to wherever they want to go, with coach stops, shelters and walkways.”

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Behind the marina, the 700sqm Woolstore building has been beautifully repaired and renovated, and tenants are currently being sought.

“The building would be suitable for hospitality, retail or various other businesses, and there has been strong interest in it.

“It will complement the marina,

and we hope to make an announcement about the tenancies some time between now and the end of the year.

“The fit-out will take time, but it should be ready for tenants to move in next year.”

Reaction from the local community to the new marina has been positive, says Simon.

“I was at a Lyttelton Harbour Business Association meeting recently and the business people were excited and impressed with what’s happening with the marina – it’s all starting to come along very well and looks great.

“Initially, there was some apprehension that the landside facilities at the marina may take people and business away from the main street, but in general the feedback has been good and it is seen as being a great asset for Lyttelton.”

The return of cruise ships to Lyttelton will be a further milestone in the recovery of the port, with a

new custom-built cruise ship berth due to welcome its first visitors at the start of the 2020-2021 cruise ship season.

“This standalone, dedicated cruise ship facility will allow the biggest cruise ships to berth in Lyttelton.

“The cruise landside facilities will provide an efficient way of transporting passengers to wherever they want to go, with coach stops, shelters and walkways,” he says.

“I was at a Lyttelton Harbour Business Association meeting recently and the business people were excited and impressed with what’s happening with the marina – it’s all starting to come along very well and looks great.”

- LPC Marketing Manager Simon Munt

Lyttelton Port Company achieves major milestones and continued growth It has been a very busy year for the Lyttelton Port Company (LPC) with a lot of developments taking place, which all contribute to the port being able to meet Canterbury’s increasing freight demands for the next 30 years.

Twenty development projects make up the port’s major investment programme.

Some of LPC’s high-profile developments include the Channel Deepening Project, the reclamation of land at Te Awaparahi Bay, building a new cruise berth and the development of Te Ana Marina.

The granting of two resource consents – for the Channel Deepening Project and reclamation of land at Te Awaparahi Bay – were major milestones for LPC this year.

700 metre container wharf at Te Awaparahi Bay, is a key part of LPC’s long term plan to move container terminal operations to the east, away from the local community.

One of the constraints for the port for many years has been limited access to flat land, so the reclamation of land at Te Awaparahi Bay is crucial for expanding its container terminal.

The resource consents permit dredging of the harbour’s navigation channel, while the land reclamation enables LPC to expand its container terminal.

Chief Executive Peter Davie says, “These developments are creating a great future for our port. The cargo that comes through our port is diverse, with customers from the fishing, grain, fertiliser, gypsum, cement, imported vehicles and coal export sectors.”

The Channel Deepening Project will allow larger container ships, which have virtually doubled in size during the last 10 years, to call at Lyttelton.

Meanwhile, cruise ships are one step closer to returning to Lyttelton Harbour, as construction is underway on the new cruise berth.

The project started in August when one of the world’s largest dredges, the Fairway, (pictured mid right) arrived in Lyttelton Harbour. The Fairway will soon leave our shores, after being a fixture in the harbour for close to 12 weeks.

This will be New Zealand’s first ever custom-built cruise ship facility and will bring the world’s largest cruise ships to Canterbury.

Prior to the Channel Deepening Project, some vessels had to wait for high tide before they could arrive or depart the Port. An immediate benefit of the channel deepening is that these vessels can now arrive and depart at any time - saving shipping lines money.

The reclamation of 24 hectares, including construction of a new

Before the earthquakes in 2010/2011, cruise ships were able to berth in Lyttelton Harbour.

The new facility will see a return of cruise tourists to Lyttelton, which will be able to accommodate the world’s largest cruise ship - 362 metres long and carrying more than 8,000 passengers and crew. The cruise berth is set to open for the 2020/2021 summer cruise season.

The diversity of trade at LPC It has been another good year for the port, with LPC achieving record container volume and strong export and import growth.

This has led to a 5.7 percent increase in containers, with 424,560 Twenty Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) flowing through the port compared to 401,711 TEUs in the previous year.

Container volume would have been even higher but industrial action in March and April reduced TEUs by about 10,000.

LPC has a diverse range of customers who use the port as an international gateway for trade.

The variety and volume of goods passing through Lyttelton on their way to and from international markets means the everyday lives of many people all around the world are touched by the work done at the port.

Hospitality | Continental Catering

Great food, great company Behind some of the South Island’s most lavish events stands the South Island’s leading and most trusted catering company – Continental Catering Ltd. The company, established more than 50 years ago, has become well-respected for its successful production of any function.

Set to carry on the legacy is new owner David Cartwirght.

A well-travelled chef, trained in the Royal New Zealand Army, David has been in the hospitality industry his entire working life. His craft has taken him around the world where he has catered for many dignitaries, including the royal family at Buckingham Palace.

His attention to detail is high, along with his standards, and his pride in Continental Catering is eminent.

Tantalise your taste buds Forget all your preconceived ideas about mass catering; it’s not all savories and club sandwiches. Picture the food in a five-star restaurant and you will start to get an idea.

“Continental Catering’s food philosophy and direction is based on respect – respect for our taste buds, respect for our bodies, respect for our community and respect for our planet,” David explains.

“We source locally produced, premium and sustainable ingredients to create delicious and memorable dishes. At the centre of all our menus is our focus on providing contemporary cuisine, accompanied by first class beverages and delivered by our professional, attentive and friendly catering staff.”

Continental’s meal plans are not set in stone and can be tailored to suit your specific requirements. Whether you want grazing platters, a buffet, canapés or a sit down

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meal, whether you require specific dietary requirements or not – nothing is off limits and everything will be taken care of.

David says many clients prefer a variety of options and Continental delivers by having multiple food stations to choose from. One taste doesn’t always fit all, but with Continental Catering taking care of the cuisine, you can be sure to impress even the fussiest diners.

The perfect setting From intimate settings to large scale-events, Continental Catering has the capacity to cater to all, and the right venue to match.

Continental has always been well known for its grand marquees and its ability to deliver fine cuisine at any location but they have a vast list of venues available around Christchurch that many are still unaware of.

You can choose to relax in the stunning gardens of Mona Vale, take in the breathtaking views of the Christchurch Gondola or admire the intricate artwork at the Christchurch Art Gallery, all while enjoying the fine fare prepared by Continental Catering. An extensive list of Continental’s venues can be found on the website.

For successful production of any event regardless of size, scope, location or guest expectations, you can trust that Continental Catering has the wherewithal to deliver. CT Continental Catering 6 Kingsford Smith drive Rangiora (03) 3118220 enquiries@continental.co.nz www.continental.co.nz

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Hospitality | Terrace Edge Vinyard and Olive Grove

Hospitality | Kings Truffles

A truffle triumph It’s a fairly un-ostentatious looking culinary delight, but it’s charismatic flavour makes most weak at the knees.

The organic edge The organic wine from Terrace Edge Vineyard and Olive Grove is crafted with love from start to finish when viticulturist Pete Chapman is caring for the soil around the vines, harvesting the grapes or assisting with the winemaking at a local winery.

Terrace Edge began the organic certification process through Bio Gro in 2011, with official recognition of their organic status being achieved in March 2014.

It was a long process, but one which has enhanced the ecological biodiversity at Terrace Edge, meaning the soil is healthier, the vines are stronger and the wines ultimately taste better.

The philosophy of organics is something that is very important to Terrace Edge; understanding how nature and diverse eco systems can work together is what makes the difference between working with biological systems rather than against them.

When it makes an ever-elegant debut on a menu, hearts pit-a-patter in anticipation and palates eagerly await that first taste.

Sure, they’ll cost you a pretty penny, but for the generous return on investment — one that comes in the form of a flavour sensation — there’s no regrets.

The cornerstone of this philosophy is the health of the soil. By bringing the soils alive, enhancing beneficial microbes and maintaining and improving the structure and fertility, “we can see huge differences in the overall health of the vines and the quality of the fruit”.

Ah yes, the decadent truffle, it has won hearts all over the world and of late it has been in the headlines for all the right reasons.

Jax Lee, general manager of esteemed Kings Truffles in Waipara, and her trusty hound Freddy deserve all the glory, having discovered the largest truffle ever found on record in New Zealand.

Unearthed in North Canterbury, the 1.37 kilogram black Périgord truffle has delighted truffle connoisseurs and stolen headline space in newspapers around the globe.

“Given their price, they can be quite hard to sell whole, but we made truffle infused butter and part of it went into a truffle infused beer made by the Brew Moon Brewing Company established by Kieran McCauley and Belinda Gould,” Jaxreveals.

The delectable brew of choice was a golden ale and the experiment was a first for Brew Moon, who had to strike a delicate balance between the two flavours, so the truffle was complementary but not overbearing.

Images provided courtesy of Daniela Aebli Photography.

An exciting excursion for private groups or corporate events, packages on offer range from a private truffle hunt with an experienced truffle dog handler followed by vegetable soup with fresh truffles and local bread with truffle butter, right through to an on-site five course lunch served by a private chef with local North Canterbury wine matches.

For larger groups of 30-40, the private truffle hunt can be experienced along with canapes and a list of optional additions that make the mouth water.

For full details on how Kings Truffles can tempt your tastebuds, and to explore its many beautiful delicacies for sale, visit www.kingstruffles.com.

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In order to win the award, wineries and vineyard’s wines were tasted and scored by judges in a blind tasting – the winery with the highest score took home the award.

In the end, the family-run North Canterbury vineyard championed against other impressive high quality producers by earning the highest score.

“It was pretty cool to rise up to the top,” Pete says.

The vineyard was established after Pete’s family visited and fell in love with the Marlborough wine region.

The vineyard sells six different types of wine in their tasting room: pinot noir, syrah, pinot Prior to starting the business, Pete, his gris, rosé, and Riesling and Albarino. They also siblings and his parents, Bruce and Jill, knew produce table olives and olive oil. very little about growing grapes for wine.

Terrace Edge is one of a handful of unique But, they worked hard and learned a lot plus quality wine producers in the North Canterbury it helped that Pete went to university to study region, but Pete believes something sets the trade. them apart.

Now, after many years, just like the grape “We are small vineyard with a passionate, vines, the family business is growing skilled team who work really hard. We are and thriving. CT able to follow the process from start to finish, paying attention to details and ensuring the end Terrace Edge Vineyard and Olive Grove product meets a high standard.

328 Georges Rd RD2 Amberley “It’s a lot of small things that add up to a Waipara Valley quality product,” he adds.

Jill 027 4878 570 Just like the saying goes, the proof is in the Pete 027 4626 717 pudding because Terrace Edge landed the info@terraceedge.co.nz New Zealand Organic Vineyard of the Year www.terraceedge.co.nz 2018 award.

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Focus | Christchurch NZ Convention Bureau

A generous host Christchurch is New Zealand’s newest city; its potential only limited by the imagination of its innovators.

Its evolving mix of offerings paired with its stoic identity and universal appeal make for a dynamic events and conferences backdrop, which explains the impressive local and international delegate appetite for its hospitality.

Destination and Attraction at ChristchurchNZ general manager, Loren Heaphy, captures the distilled essence of what is so magical about the Garden City.

“Christchurch has two things in particular that make it incredible to visit: its proximity to the mountains and the sea Loren Heaphy, general manager, it is a great hub to explore the wider South Island Loren Heaphy, general manager, and its compact central city which makes it easy to get around.

“It is the perfect destination for connecting and learning, all in a stylish, accessible and safe environment.

“There is a real innovation and exploration focus happening in the city right now, with new ideas and new thinking leading the way. An example is with new technology related to extreme environments like space and the Antarctic.”

As the gateway to a number of beautiful destinations like the French-influenced

settlement of Akaroa, Hanmer Springs thermal resort, and the cultural hotspot of Queenstown, the city entertains, educates and enriches and makes it easy to enjoy so much more above and beyond the local award-winning architecture, tranquil parks and gardens, and vibrant restaurants and bars.

“For the more adventurous, outdoor activities on offer include jet boating, sky diving, kayaking, biking, 4WD tours and more.”

A passionate advocate of the city’s new direction, Loren says the earthquakes have given the city a new direction and encouraged the type of growth that doesn’t always happen organically in urban environments.

“Christchurch has taken the future into its own hands and this new start has given the city a chance to approach the future with clear design functionality in mind from an events and conferences point of view.”

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Crediting the likes of The Piano and the Isaac Theatre Royal for their generous offering, Loren says there is a special diversity in Christchurch that spoils for choice.

“The new sector affords the opportunity to have very diverse events and conferences where organisers and delegates can enjoy meeting across multiple venues or in one space that really speaks to their needs.

We’re gearing up for a grand return!

We can see the stage lights at the end of the tunnel!

The Christchurch Town Hall is edging ever closer to a grand re-opening in early 2019.

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There is a real innovation and exploration focus happening in the city right now, with new ideas and new thinking leading the way.

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“It’s an incredibly exciting time with Te Pae Christchurch coming online. It is going to be so beautiful and will really add to our city landscape with dividends for the hospitality sector and also retailers seeing the impact.

“The retail precincts add to the whole experience for delegates who like to stay longer than the duration of an event or conference.

“We know they like to shop more when they are away for work, enjoy the finer things in life, and they get pleasure from wining and dining in places like The Terrace.”

Focus | Christchurch NZ Convention Bureau

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Christchurch has taken the future into its own hands and this new start has given the city a chance to approach the future with clear design functionality in mind from an events and conferences point of view.

- Loren Heaphy, ChristchurchNZ Convention Bureau

” Te Pae (pronounced te pie) represents a world-class convention and exhibition boutique facility and is due to be completed in the first quarter of 2020, with events to be hosted there from late 2020.

“Accessible and connected, there are dozens of daily domestic flights and international services operating directly to Christchurch Airport.

“There are currently more than 2,500 hotel rooms in Christchurch CBD with another 800+ rooms planned to come online in the next two to three years. This hotel stock complements an array of other accommodation options with something to suit every visitor.”

It’s safe to say Christchurch is a generous host in all respects.

ChristchurchNZ Convention Bureau has extensive local knowledge and a network of top class business partners. It can assist with all event enquiries and make events and conferences successful. CT ChristchurchNZ Convention Bureau PO Box 2962 Christchurch 8140 (03) 379 5575 conventions@christchurchnz.com www.christchurchconventions.com — Advertising Feature

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Focus | Leading Label Company

High quality labels If you’re a business owner who sell products around the world and you take detail very seriously, then you have something in common with Leading Label in Christchurch, an award-winning label solutions expert who understands everything there is to know about conventional and digital label printing.

Labels are more than just labels, it’s your brand, it’s what makes your product ‘jump off the shelf’ and ensures your products’ journey from the warehouse to the customer is successful.

Leading Label consists of a tight-knit team of 14 who love labels – it’s their favourite thing to do! It’s in their day-to-day work to walk the talk and design, print, cut, pack and deliver high quality labels, and they have been doing so for almost three decades.

Recognising the importance to move with the times, offer more options and create new opportunities for business, Leading Label moved into the digital arena and installed a digital press and finishing machine – what managing director, Bryce Coulbeck says is the best technology on the market.

The digital technology will add significant value to printing jobs due to improved leadin times and reduced set up costs for the customer. Furthermore, the finishing machine allows Leading Label to add laminating, over glossing, and hot foiling to the labels.

to customers, learning about their business and working together to deliver the perfect label solution for their needs.

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Expect to talk to experienced staff who love a challenge, understand your business and what you’re trying to achieve.

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The digital technology will add significant value to printing jobs due to improved lead-in times and reduced set up costs for the customer.

Have a question? You know what to do: call the experts of high quality label solutions today to discuss your project. . CT Leading Label Company Ltd 107 Montreal Street Christchurch (03) 365 1260 sales@leadinglabel.co.nz www.leadinglabel.co.nz

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Canon

Service Delivery strategy is based on a number of service principles. These are defined as: Reduce Customer Effort: A focus on reducing the effort required by our customers, to get what they want, when they want, how they want to get it.

Single view of the Customer: Having a holistic, aggregated and consistent view of the customer and their whole relationships with Canon.

Enhancing the customer experience In every business, the results are a sum of the processes. Automation and an increasingly digital world are starting to play a fundamental role in helping businesses to fulfil their potential, and at Canon, they are exploring new ways to improve the experience for customers.

But where to start?

In 2017, Skye Nicholls joined the business to lead the newly formed CX division as GM Customer Experience, with a remit to deliver awesome experiences for Canon customers. This began with a full review of the current landscape and some qualitative experience design research to learn first-hand from customers what an awesome experience might look like today.

Paul Dance, Head of Service & Support for Customer Experience at Canon New Zealand, joined in the team in 2018 and brings an extraordinary wealth of intellectual capital from his time at Air New Zealand and Westpac. “Canon is already a great brand with a great reputation and great products.

For us, it is about becoming the exemplar for the customer experience as well.

“There is an inextricable link between brand experience, customer experience, and employee experience, so we’re taking an inquiring approach to maintaining alignment of each of these elements, always looking at constant improvement. To deliver great customer experiences, we’re first looking to how we can enable our team; it starts with them.

“We know our customers have a great brand experience - we make a promise to the customer that every time they see and interact with a product by Canon, it brings

with it a certain expectation of quality and reliability. If this is the brand experience, what is the actual customer experience?”

and cultural outcomes, and always proactively managing the relationship between each of these with ambition and pragmatism.

The first part of this is ensuring the employees on the frontline are fully capable in every sense of the word.

“Operating in a competitive and fast-changing environment ensures we are driven by ever- changing customer expectation demands, and requires a natural curiousity for innovation opportunities. Effective Customer Experience strategy must always ensure it can maintain the hybrid ecosystem of digital, physical and human experiences. For us, we know that our people are what set us apart; to many of our customers, they are Canon.

“It is about ensuring they are armed with the right processes and tools and that they are empowered to make decisions. It’s about setting them up to succeed. If you look after your people, systems and tools, they have the best chance of delivering experience moments aligned with the promises we are making.

“We focused on building scalable and sustainable processes, and to also hold onto the understanding that customers want what they want, when they want it, in the easiest way possible. We refer to this as the reduction of customer effort, recognising that for the modern day customer, being in-control of the experience they want to have is key.

“We’re looking to balance the design of a frictionless service to our customers, that complements delivery of consistent human based customer relationship interactions.

This requires arming our employees with the right tools, information, processes and knowledge that enable them to deliver consistent quality outcomes for customers.

This takes a long-term commitment, focus and hard work, and there is no magic silver bullet for any organisation.

“Having passionate, empathetic, knowledgeable and highly-skilled people who are focused on the customer is key to our success. The service technician of the future is here now, the legacy view of a man in a van with a toolbox has changed.

“We’re retooling our service and support teams so they can reach out to customers in different ways, and through different channels. Our products and solutions now have an increased level of intelligence and flexibility that better meet the more responsive and interactive needs of today’s world. This drives us to ensure our service delivery does the same.

“It’s important the promises we make to our customers are those that we know our employees are set up to consistently achieve, and exceed, on a sustained basis. This is all about enabling a culture where there is a ‘Freedom to Focus’. It is about always posing the question for anything we are working on of ‘how will this improve what we do?’”

“The perspective of ‘here’s our product and our processes, work these around what you need to achieve’ is no longer relevant in today’s world. We are obsessed with taking the start point of gaining a deeper understanding of what our customers are wanting to achieve, and building authentic partnerships that help us identify ways in which we can be part of the enablement journey and support them to be successful. We are primarily a service orientated business, we just happen to have products that provide brilliance in imaging.”

Underpinning all that Canon does is its commitment to the equal delivery of commercial, customer

To find out more about Canon’s customer experience journey visit www.canon.co.nz.

Proactive service: Delivering service experiences that inform and deliver to customer needs in a manner that often pre-empts the need for customer action.

Personalisation of Service: Ensuring each and every customer receives a service that is unique to them and their products.

Service Relevance: Making sure the customer service interaction is relevant to the customer, devoid of information they don't need to know.

The In-Control Customer: Ensuring customers have timely information and channels available to them in ways that enable them to achieve the outcomes they need.

Innovation evolution: Continuously challenging the way we deliver service to ensure we meet the ever-changing needs of our current and future customers.

Focus | Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ

Helping Kiwis breathe easier You probably don’t give it much thought, but 12 to 20 times per minute, every single day, you breathe.

Due to a complex internal respiratory system, your lungs expand and contract, supplying life-sustaining oxygen to your body. Yet for one in six New Zealanders, breathing isn’t quite as simple.

That’s more than 700,000 Kiwis who experience asthma symptoms; 700,000 Kiwis who experience their airways tightening, partially closing up, swelling inside and creating more mucus; 700,000 Kiwis who regularly find it hard to breathe in and even harder to breathe out.

There are approximately 2,700 deaths caused by respiratory disease per year. That’s more than 50 deaths every day.

The Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ is striving to increase awareness of respiratory conditions in New Zealand and improve the health outcomes for those affected by these conditions.

In September 2016, the Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ launched the first ever respiratory awareness month in New Zealand - Breathe Better September - a national movement for Kiwis to show their support for better breathing and healthy lungs.

Over 700,000 Kiwis have a respiratory condition, it’s the third leading cause of death and costs the country $5.5 billion each year.

Breathe Better September encourages Kiwis to start thinking about how they can improve their respiratory health, with information shared throughout the month to support this mandate.

But despite New Zealand having one of the highest rates of respiratory disease in the world, it is not highly profiled.

Breathe Better September encourages Kiwis to start thinking about how they can improve their respiratory health, with information shared throughout the month to support this mandate.

The initiative arrived nearly a year after the launch of Te Ha Ora: National Respiratory Strategy. The strategy highlights a range of respiratory conditions that are prevalent in New Zealand, and the shocking statistics showing many conditions are on the rise.

Respiratory disease includes asthma, bronchiectasis, bronchiolitis, pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), lung cancer and obstructive sleep apnoea and the strategy sets out clear steps that all new Zealanders need to take to reduce the impact of the disease.

Chief executive, Letitia O’Dwyer of the Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ, urges New Zealanders to take part in the annual Breathe Better September initiative and says, “This campaign not only encourages Kiwis to think about an active lifestyle, but also educates and informs the public about asthma and other respiratory conditions.

“Expanding our knowledge on these conditions is vital as 700,000 Kiwis are affected by a respiratory condition.”

The not for profit organisation is committed to finding new solutions for people with asthma and respiratory diseases by contributing to the development of public policy, education

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and funded research, advocating on behalf of all people with respiratory conditions and increasing awareness of respiratory conditions in New Zealand.

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Focus | South Canterbury RSA

At the heart of the Timaru community When you belong to the South Canterbury RSA, companionship and activity can always be found.

club. The pool tables are used daily and are free for members, so if pool or snooker is your passion, come along and have a game.

Music and entertainent The club provides an excellent line up of bands and other activities throughout the year. Rock and Roll lessons are here on a Friday night.

Relax with friends in the club; enjoy a meal in the restaurant. Bring your children, friends and family, everyone is welcome and there’s plenty Group outings The Sports and Social section of the club host to keep everyone occupied. a number of outings throughout the year. These The club features a restaurant, two bar areas vary from day trips to a weekend away. The (one with a large dance floor and staging area Wine Club also hosts a number of interesting for bands and another outside area so you can trips throughout the year. enjoy the sun and fresh air), gaming room, snooker room and pool tables.

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Poppy Restaurant The dining room is well patronised and continues to offer members and guests an excellent and varied menu. Diners can look forward to a new menu coming out in October which will have gluten free and vegan options.

Pool and Snooker tables There are three pot black pool tables and three snooker tables. The club regularly hosts the RSA South Island snooker pairs’ competition, which is very successful for players and the

There are always weekly promotions at the bar and ongoing raffles.

Membership Membership applications are welcomed from anyone wanting to join $35.00 per year.

Your membership means you are welcome at over 120 licensed RSAs throughout New Zealand, and are a part of a nationwide organisation with over 103,000 members. You are also welcome at any Chartered Club in New Zealand that is affiliated to Clubs NZ.

About the RNZRSA The Royal New Zealand Returned and Services’ Association is a service organisation.

It is one of the largest voluntary welfare organisations in New Zealand and one of the longest established ex-service organisations in the world.

It has a responsibility to all those who served their country, irrespective of whether or not they are members of the RSA. The RSA was formed on the 28th April in 1916 to care for the needs of soldiers

returning from WW1, to assist the families of those soldiers who lost their lives.

The current membership of the RSA is more than 103,000. The organisation offers friendship, goodwill and fellowship where members and guests can socialise and enjoy one another’s company in a safe environment. CT South Canterbury RSA 21 Wai-iti Road Timaru (03) 688 4123 www.scrsa.co.nz

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Focus | Christchurch Football Centre

A whole new league It’s the sport that draws glittering crowds the world over. Millions of dollars exchange hands to buy and sell players that are revered as Gods in their own right by fans. It’s a favourite pastime of many Kiwis, and it’s at the heart of one of the country’s foremost sporting and recreational facilities.

Football: the world’s most popular sport.

Christchurch has a football centric venue that is entering state of the art territory thanks to Russian businessman Viatcheslav (Slava) Meyn of Canterbury Sport Ltd. The Christchurch Football Centre he established on Yaldhurst Road in northwest Christchurch is realising a spectacular vision; reimagining the space and transforming it into an environment where generations to come will benefit from the impressive facilities designed for many sports.

Officially opened by former Prime Minister John Key in 2015, the facility has attracted support and admiration from current and former New Zealand footballers and officials around the country. The best part is that the centre doesn’t just host elite players, but welcomes and accommodates teams and players with all skill levels from around New Zealand and abroad.

The $40 million centre, located on a 20 hectare site in Yaldhurst Road, provides a striking backdrop for sport all-year-round by eliminating ground closures and playing on lumpy or sodden pitches.

The Centre’s general manager, Andy Gray, says the development builds on already positive progress made over the last few years.

“Since the construction of our two fully floodlit artificial pitches, two full sized grass pitches, offices and board room, we have added two more offices, a café with large decking area,

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In addition, next year, we will host the Under 15 National Tournament in March. This is an area where we felt there was no real national level competition and we wanted to give the under 15s a chance to play a high level competition at a world-class facility.

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four changing rooms, two referee rooms and two artificial football tennis pitches.

“In addition, construction will begin on another full size grass pitch, as well as four mini artificial floodlit pitches that will be fully caged and offer a fun, fast format for sport.”

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Focus | Kilmarnock Enterprises

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Working for society The social enterprise Kilmarnock Enterprises is celebrating its 60th anniversary.

Their core mission is to keep changing the social landscape for people with disabilities, by providing education, employment and other opportunities — empowering people with disabilities to lead purposeful and dignified lives, says Kilmarnock’s general manager of Growing Good, Tim Jones.

Founded by Miss Christabel Robinson in 1958, who believed everyone is uniquely valuable and deserving of compassion, support, empowerment and respect, these days the Kilmarnock team strives to balance between their core social objectives whilst achieving strong results in a highly competitive open market.

They provide a number of services including, collating and packing, assembly, labelling, food re-packing, shrink wrapping, woodworking, refurbishing and electronic waste recycling.

facility will be built on site and become host to a gymnastics academy, an ice rink, and a swimming academy among many other sports. The consent and construction process will begin in 2018/2019.

The appeal of such a multi-faceted venue is universal and will propel Christchurch into a whole new league — pun intended.

“Christchurch United Football Academy already trains all year round. It also means the kids in the area have somewhere to play. We can also host national events, which is something the city hasn’t been able to do for a long time.

“Until recently, the last time we were able to host the New Zealand Secondary Schools Premier Tournament was in 2000. This is a 32 team tournament in which the highest ranking teams from around New Zealand come together to duke it out to see who the best footballing school in the country is. Now some coaches and players want to have it here every other year.

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With hundreds of players already on the “We also host the Christchurch International books, the sky’s the limit for the Christchurch Cup in July each year, which attracts about 8,000 people and is made up of 80 teams from Football Centre. ages 9-14 — this is in its fourth year.

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Around 40 percent of our income now comes from diverting some waste product from landfill.

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It’s certainly a case of mission accomplished, but given its dedication to innovation, there is no doubt there will be big goals in the future — of the sporting and operational kind — for the facility.

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Each product is broken down into smaller component parts and these parts are either sold for scrap, are recycled, or a sent for the most appropriate disposal.

They were a key player in the government’s TV Take Back Programme. They provide both public drop off and corporate partnerships for a small fee, and can help businesses and individuals dispose of their waste in an ecofriendly way. CT

“We are proud of the quality of work we produce, for a range of well-known Kiwi brands. It gives our team great satisfaction and confidence to know that the contracts won, are won on merit. We use the ISO 9001 certification to demonstrate our commitment to quality,” Tim says.

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“We feel that we embody the future of enterprise as we trade in high quality B2B commercial services, but rather than seeking to maximise our profits for a few, our charitable status means we reinvest our profits into making more positive impact for the community.

“Around 40 percent of our income now comes from diverting some waste product from landfill.

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“As New Zealand gets to grips with the mounting piles of rubbish it creates, Kilmarnock is now seeking to build on its social mission by increasing the amount of waste based work they undertake.”

Their e-waste recycling service is increasingly in demand. The team works with old televisions, computers and other throw away electronic products.

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Focus | Health & Safety

Kiwi workplaces safer but blind spots still exist Third annual Health and Safety Leadership Survey has been released, exploring how business leaders have responded in the two years since the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 came into effect.

The Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 has had an overall positive impact on attitudes and practices in Kiwi workplaces, according to the survey released by Deloitte and the Business Leaders’ Health & Safety Forum.

Half of the 138 directors, chief executives, senior executives and health and safety executives surveyed, from across a range of industries in the public and private sector, agree their organisations are now safer compared with two years ago. However, the survey results also suggest areas where more can be done to address crucial blind spots.

The survey was designed to mirror the Act, focussing its questions on the areas of leadership and governance, risk management, health and safety in the supply chain and worker involvement in health and safety.

Business Leaders’ Health & Safety, Forum executive director, Francois Barton, says the law has helped put, and keeps, health and safety on the boardroom agenda.

“In some organisations, there is now more contested debate among directors about health and safety versus other business objectives,” Francois says.

“However, while half of boards take a proactive approach to health and safety, about a third appear to wait for management to raise issues. This leaves directors vulnerable under the Act’s due diligence requirements,” he adds.

In addition, the vast majority of boards also appear to rely heavily on management reports to assess performance and fewer than half of those surveyed seek assurance from external reviews or internal audits.

“This could be a source of vulnerability and suggests some boards don’t see a distinction between reporting and assurance,” he says.

For nine out of 10 survey respondents there has been a significant increase in the focus on controlling risks. And more than two-thirds report devoting at least half their time and resources on controlling risks, rather than just identifying them.

Deloitte Risk Advisory partner Aloysius Teh says this shift is to be encouraged.

“Actively controlling risks is what ultimately keeps people from being harmed at work,” Aloysius says.

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The fact that CEOs and directors are generally more confident than health and safety executives raises questions about whether their high levels of confidence is justified.

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“However, less than a third of respondents reported being extremely confident that every member of their board could name all their critical risks. And health and safety executives are much less confident than the CEOs and directors surveyed, which suggests another potential blind spot,” he adds.

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Almost 70 percent of respondents say that the new environment has had an impact on procurement, with two-thirds now using prequalification schemes in their supply chains.

But nearly one in six report having to comply with more than five of these schemes, increasing their compliance costs.

The majority of respondents believe workers and managers understand why active engagement in health and safety initiatives is important. However, only 13 percent of health and safety committees are co-ordinated or initiated by workers.

And the results also suggest the confidence about worker engagement among CEOs and directors is not matched by those working at the “coalface” of health and safety.

“The fact that CEOs and directors are generally more confident than health and safety executives raises questions about whether their high levels of confidence is justified,” Aloysius says.

“But the purpose of this survey is not to judge or draw conclusions about how well CEOs and directors are leading health and safety performance.

“Rather, we hope it will spark conversations in boardrooms, executive suites and between business and government – conversations focused on whether we are seeing signs that the intent of the Act is being translated into the right actions and practices to ensure safer workplaces,” he concludes. CT

The full survey report can be viewed or downloaded from: www.deloitte.com/nz/ health-and-safety.

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Focus | Cloud 9 Float Club

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Float, relax, improve “Just” relaxing is easier said than done for some people; different people relax in different ways.

While meditation works for some, others favour martials arts, playing sports or working out at the gym.

If none of the above apply, or you simply haven’t found something that works for you, then perhaps flotation therapy is something you’d be open to.

Since 2016, Cloud 9 Float Club in Riccarton has been helping people combat stress, calm anxiety and build mindfulness.

In a nutshell, flotation therapy involves stepping in to a float pod, which is filled with 500kg of dissolved high-quality Epsom Salt, turn off the light and float.

Flotation therapy is a health tool used by different types of people including mental and physical health problems, optimising physical recovery and mental skills, and everything in between.

“We have all walks of life float for a myriad of different reasons. Male/female, young/old, business people, athletes, creatives, students, parents, tradies – we genuinely have them all,” Tim Bateman, one half of Cloud 9’s owners, says.

His wife, Laura, was undergoing a stem cell transplant for Multiple Sclerosis in Singapore when the neurologist recommended flotation therapy.

Despite her first experience being far from relaxing – she got salt in her eyes and spent half the time worrying that the light button inside the pod was the alert button so she didn’t push it – her subsequent floats were much better and has been hooked ever since.

“The reason flotation helps is in its ability to activate a process called the relaxation response — the counterpart to the betterknown fight or flight mode.

“In short, your blood cortisol levels, heart rate and blood pressure drop, and your muscles completely relax, this allows your digestive and restorative systems to activate because your body no longer feels under ‘threat’.”

Fully equipped with coloured lighting, underwater speakers and an effective and efficient cleaning system, the float pods are luxurious and spacious, allowing you to have some real “me time”.

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Who said Kiwis can’t fly?

The skydiving whanau at tandem and sports skydiving centre, Skydiving Kiwis, prove that Kiwis can not only fly, but they’re doing it with unique flair.

coach experienced skydivers and provide a space for skydivers at various levels of the sport to run their own events.”

“Aotearoa’s sky is an amazing playground and we are lucky to take in some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world as we fly back to the ground,” says chief pilot Pearce Bennett.

Skydiving Kiwis has also started running an exclusive Skydiving Kiwis master class; the only one in Aotearoa of its kind, to refine and upskill the coaching methods of starting and aspiring Kiwi skydiving coaches and form them into ambassadors for their sport.

“When we take off from the Skydiving Kiwis base at the Ashburton Airport, we see a Kiwi-as landscape that captures the history of the region.”

As you reach your jump altitude, a beautiful tapestry of greens blooms below, while braided rivers flow to the South Pacific Ocean. Further afield the Southern Alps rise on one side while Banks Peninsula stretches on another.

But the views are only one aspect. It’s the people who set the tone for the whole experience and CEO, Lee Barraclough, says Skydiving Kiwis put a lot of thought in and handpick each member of their team.

“We want to work with skydiving instructors and coaches who live and breathe skydiving and understand the core values of the skydiving lifestyle.

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In 2018, only a handful of skydiving centres in New Zealand welcome and encourage a regular and thriving sports skydiving scene alongside tandem skydiving and you guessed it; Skydiving Kiwis is one of them.

They host regular fun-jumping and sports skydiving events, like The Hundred Jump Project happening in December and their annual skydiving festival at the Ashburton Airport, which brings together skydivers from around New Zealand and involves among the world’s best skydiving coaches.

The adventure aviation and skydiving industries are two very strictly regulated activities in New Zealand and tandem skydiving instructors here face among the most intense jump requirements in the world, says Lee. In 2016, Lee received the Civil Aviation of New Zealand Director’s Award for Safety and Dedication to a just Safety Culture, on behalf of Skydiving Kiwis – the first skydiving centre in New Zealand to win this award in the 24 years it has been running.

“Winning this award was certainly a highlight for us. It has proven to us and to the industry that with regards to safety, it’s not necessarily about the means that you have but about the dedication with which you grow a just safety culture within what you do,” says marketing manager Sophie-Claire Violette “Our CEO’s vision, which is our core value, is to give as many people as possible in New Zealand the opportunity to try skydiving at least once, whether for fun, sports, on their own or strapped to a stranger. “Come and see us this summer and let’s go skydiving!” CT Skydiving Kiwis Hangar 3, Ashburton Airport Seafield Road Ashburton 0800 359 549 info@skydivingkiwis.com www.skydivingkiwis.com — Advertising Feature

Focus | Ace Video Services

Complete audio-video solutions Over the past 33 years, Spot On Enterprises Limited, trading as Ace Video Services, has been an integral part of the Canterbury community with video production.

As the saying goes, “A picture is worth a thousand words” and moving images convey the human condition in all its splendour.

or BAM TV Australia, all requiring production services in NZ.

“From the beginning, our mission has been to serve our customers by making their problem our issue, and supply fast workable solutions where needed using our experience,” co-owner Natu Rama says.

If a client can’t get a slide-show of JPEG images to display on their smart TV, or someone wants to show a video but can’t get sound out of their IPad on a Sunday afternoon, “Running Ace Video for more than three can call Ace video and a solution will soon be decades hasn’t always been a walk in the on the way. park, as the video business is highly capital intensive, but we have never compromised Interestingly many AV and production our passion to serve our customers and find companies don’t always see things from economical solutions for their issues. the perspective of the client’s requirements, Natu says.

“To maintain the highest standard of service we walk that extra mile for our customers each “Just recently we were approached by a day, answer our calls promptly over seven client who wanted to shoot in three NZ-wide days and deliver an outcome regardless of locations and edit their content to show at a the job size. conference in Los Angeles, but weren’t able to find a local production house who would “Our biggest success has been achieved by do this for them. We did the job and came in adapting our business model to customers’ under their budget.”

Ace Video's business encompasses all elements of the moving image, including production, filming and editing, hire of AV equipment, audio, conversion of tape and films to digital media, and consultation, supply and installation of AV equipment.

“Our production service uses the latest digital cameras and state of the art editing to allow NZ enterprises an opportunity to promote their products and services globally on social media. In our events coverage we cover a broad variety of topics like shows, health and safety, live streaming of conferences, meetings, presentations and other customer events.

“A NZ based tour company needing us to supply production services to cover a NZ wide tour for two weeks and showcasing the outcome at an overseas conference is another example of our work. A client needing eight data projectors installed for their conference and another client needing just a small portable PA on Saturday evening is also in our scope.”

“Our full production covers business, education and media events from scripting through to final delivery.

The team at Ace Video can also accommodate conversion of tapes, as they are not all created equal. There are dozens of varieties of tape formats and grades and many issues to consider, including jitters, dropouts, TV systems and aspect ratios.

“Our AV hire business has hundreds of items of inventory which are available for short or long term hire. These include TVs, sound systems, wireless microphones, projectors, screens, video cameras and audio recording equipment.

“We have the in-house ability to handle all of these variables. We recently purchased a bespoke film scanner which is able to capture every frame of your eight and 16mm film at full HD resolution to preserve your invaluable past memories.

“Our conversion of media covers no less than 24 different formats of tapes, cine films, slides and photos to any digital format. This also includes cross-conversion of your existing digital files to other formats.

“We use the very best of technology, blending this with our experience and knowledge so your images are delivered to you looking their best, including archiving for future.”

“And our installation involves consultation and installation into new or existing sites, covering projectors, screens and displays, sound systems etc.”

A glimpse at Ace Video’s work on any given day can include a call from a BBC producer in London, Yes/No Productions from New York,

Initially Ace Video started as a production-only service, but as time passed it diversified into all aspects of moving images as a strategy for long term survival.

When Natu and Nalini started the business in 1985, video was in its infancy. “We had zero capital, zero knowledge, but boundless enthusiasm and passion. In fact, we could not

even get a $1,000 loan from the bank using our home as collateral, so failure was on the cards for sure,” Natu says.

“However, we were determined to succeed at any cost. In order to survive we educated ourselves, diversified our business model and resources as customer requirements changed.

“Many people encouraged us and wished us well for the future, but some commented we would not last 90 days and this fear of failure kept us going. Our passion for the moving image and determination to help customers over 33 years has made us successful today,” he says.

needs and keeping on top of changing technology. At Ace Video we always make sure to deliver your projects in a timely manner and within your cost horizons whenever possible.

“Both of us have been associated with community affairs for over 45 years. We are firmly committed to support any community initiatives and ensure success. We often provide generous sponsorships to community led programmes and many other charities and educational institutions with filming, editing, AV equipment hires and technical support.

“We want to express our deepest gratitude to our customers for their patronage and our suppliers who have gone to great lengths to support us when needed.”

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Focus | John Ross Architectural Builders

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Building, the way it should be Building well-designed homes for Kiwi families on the Port Hills has seen John Ross Architectural Builders continue to grow over its seven years of operation.

Owner/director John Ross Kelleher says average Kiwi families are starting to see that having a home on the Port Hills is an affordable option, particularly when they build with an experienced company.

“We’ve been building on the Port Hills for quite a while now and have systems in place, which means we can accurately gauge the costs so people know exactly how much the build is going to cost them.”

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John says while in the past many large homes were built on the Port Hills, there has been a move to less substantial homes, as average families start to see that a home on the hills is an affordable possibility.

The company offers house and land packages, which means the client does not have to worry about the cost of excavation, and John Ross Builders will design a home to suit the property.

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Clients also have the option of purchasing their own land, and John Ross Builders can design a home for them, or they work off the client’s plans.

He says this comes down to experience and having good processes in place that prevent any budget blowouts.

John says all the homes they build are futureproofed so that they will look attractive and be pleasant to live in for many years to come.

“It’s important to us that we build houses that future generations will want to live in. We use sustainable materials and design homes that will never lose their appeal.”

He says ensuring that clients do not over capitalise is also a major consideration with every home built by John Ross Architectural Builders.

“We have a 100 percent track record for building homes that are valued at more than it cost the client to build.”

A builder by trade, John heads a team of experienced tradespeople. The company is a member of Registered Master Builders and Licensed Building Pracitioners.

John says he is proud of the reputation that John Ross Architectural Builders has in the industry and among clients and is proud of the many homes the company has built for Kiwi families. CT John Ross Architectural Builders 027 312 2932 john@johnross.nz www.johnross.nz

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“We deserved a treat for our 30th anniversary.” That’s the view of the team at Copyland Digital Print about their spacious, light and modern new premises on Picton Avenue in Riccarton.

Copyland Digital Print is one of the South Island’s original digital print centres. From the time the company was established in 1988 it operated out of 62 Riccarton Road, becoming a fixture in the small retail complex.

“Over the years though we outgrew that space,” says owner of Copyland Digital Print, Lindsay Winchester.

“We had plans for expansion and to increase our staff numbers, but we simply couldn’t there. We also see ourselves as a very professional organisation and that wasn’t reflected at 62 Riccarton Road which had grown rather old and tired.”

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We’ve doubled our floor space and that gives us the opportunity to accommodate the new technology of larger machines so we can provide even smarter and quicker services for our clients.

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In addition to normal digital printing, Copyland is able to print wide format on The solution was to find new premises, and as their HP Latex printer and they also have a luck would have it, just a stone’s throw away dedicated plan printer on site. a new complex was under construction that perfectly suited Copyland’s requirements.

A point of difference for Copyland from many “We’ve doubled our floor space and that gives other Christchurch digital print centres is their mail handling services. us the opportunity to accommodate the new technology of larger machines so we can provide even smarter and quicker services for our clients.

“We have now appointed an additional graphic designer and a business development manager and all of us are delighted with our new work environment.”

The Picton Avenue premises are indeed stylish and as professional as the printing work carried out by the company.

Copyland has three digital presses supplied by one of the world leaders in digital print equipment. With in-house designers they are able to meet clients’ design needs and offer a fast turnaround utilising the most appropriate digital press for the application.

“Market figures show that direct marketing is growing six percent per year. We operate a full-mail house with the only machine of its type in New Zealand in terms of capacity to handle mail items. Our large, open plan new premises certainly will enable us to expand this aspect of our operation even more.” CT

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Focus | Cholmondeley Children's Centre

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For more than 20 years Affordable Storage has offered a wide range of purpose-built storage units for your every need. The various unit sizes suit anyone looking for extra space, from commercial offices and homeowners to tradespeople.

Since 1925 there has been a remarkable and unique facility providing care and education for children whose families are experiencing difficulties and lack the usual support that many of us take for granted – Cholmondeley Children’s Centre.

Today Cholmondeley provides services that intervene early when difficulties arise in a home. Although children come for short stays at any one time, the relationship with the child and their family is ongoing, providing an added layer of support for the child and family.

emergency, and Cholmondeley is able to respond to these emergencies within an hour of getting the phone call. These children receive 24-hour, quality care and education on site each day. It is available to all children in Canterbury regardless of socio-economic status.

Cholmondeley is making sure that children have a voice in their care experience and that their needs are understood and met appropriately.

Cholmondeley has seen more than 25,000 children through their doors since 1925. They understand children need time to be kids and that can be difficult if their families are going through a rough patch. The demand on Cholmondeley’s education, accommodation and social work services is greater than ever before and it has a unique and critical role to play in the community.

Chief executive Arron Perriam says, “I feel a real sense of privilege to take on this role and am enjoying working with Cholmondeley’s talented team, operating in partnership with the community to make a radical and enduring difference in the lives of children and their families.

“Unfortunately, social deprivation and the vulnerability of children is not abating. The demand on Cholmondeley’s education, accommodation and social work services is greater than ever before and we have a unique and critical role to play in our community, and we as a team are passionate and ready to tackle this ever-growing demand,” Arron says full of enthusiasm.

Some of the children that stay at Cholmondeley come as a result of a family

It offers a haven where children can forget life’s pressures, create lasting friendships and learn valuable life skills.

Around 70 percent of Cholmondeley’s service funds come from community support, everyday caring Kiwis who decide to partner with Cholmondeley to serve the wellbeing and futures of children.

Cholmondeley Children’s Centre is a registered charity and continuously needs your help. Go to www.cholmondeley.org.nz to donate, or make a direct referral. CT

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Goods & Services | Parr & Co

Delivering engineering excellence Engineering excellence is at the cornerstone of Parr & Co’s long history of success providing a wide range of engineering services and solutions to the South Canterbury community.

Formed in the 1870s by two local farmers opening a blacksmith shop, Parr & Co today partners with its clients to provide structural, mechanical, machining, boiler engineering maintenance and solutions that not only resolve immediate breakdowns, but also prevent issues from occurring.

Chief operating officer Chris West says Parr & Co’s business involves core engineering excellence, maintenance and servicing.

“Locally we have a diverse range of long-term client relationships from within the fishing industry on our backdoor to further afield clients that rely on our services annually,” he says.

“With general engineering maintenance a core part of what Parr & Co offers, it doesn’t just stop there.

“As well as overhauling engines and winch equipment, steam boilers, factory plant equipment and machinery, the company offers clients the one-stop engineering solution and are always looking to challenge their way of thinking to find new and more efficient solutions as technology allows.”

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We pride ourselves on our ability to deliver on our commitments and offer quality service and solutions in everything we do.

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Engineering and pneumatic solutions and services Parr & Co provides a range of services to clients, including fabrication of steel constructions, lathe machining, preventative maintenance, boiler surveys and inspections, scheduled boiler maintenance, and more recently an air and power division that offers clients sales, installation and servicing of all pneumatics-related machines.

“We pride ourselves on our ability to deliver on our commitments and offer quality service and solutions in everything we do,’’ Chris says.

commercial air compressors, dryers, lines including routine service and maintenance of steam and water blasters and all compressed air needs.

Parr & Co is based at the Port of Timaru, from where it has recently acquired and relocated Air and Power Industrial Ltd, which specialises in supplying and installing

The business is also South Canterbury’s agent for Air Liquide Gas, delivering industrial gases including oxygen, acetylene, argon, and carbon dioxide to customers’ doorsteps.

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Developing Timaru’s landmarks Parr & Co is an institution in Timaru, having serviced the local community for almost 150 years since being established in 1871 on the city’s waterfront, and it has been at the forefront of mechanical engineering ever since.

The company has been involved in many significant projects over the years and provided structural engineering solutions to a number of Timaru landmarks.

These projects include the Loop Road Bridge, which is an icon of South Canterbury. Parr & Co undertook specialised welding on the expansion joints, which used 15 tonnes of welding electrodes during the project.

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Parr & Co recognises that its people are its most valuable asset. Our staff are who tell our story, hold our reputation and perform our services within the community.

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The restoration of Timaru’s historic Royal Arcade in 1996 involved Parr & Co fabricating and installing the arcade’s complex steelwork.

Timaru is most well known for its beautiful Caroline Bay. Parr & Co provided the steelwork for the lift on the Timaru Piazza, which takes visitors and residents down to the bay and also fabricated and installed the famous Caroline Bay sound shell.

At this time of year, Parr & Co is in full demand providing preventative maintenance solutions tailored to clients’ requirements.

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“Parr & Co recognises that its people are its most valuable asset,’’ Chris says.

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A family business philosophy prevails There is an inimitable and special alchemy in the mix with a family owned company.

Rex has New Zealand’s most comprehensive range of wheels, castors, conveyors and trolleys. These are supplied to a nationwide network of business clients through five branches located throughout New Zealand.

Like the DNA of its owners, the blueprint of the business is completely distinct, and when it inherits the founders’ characteristics of resilience, hard-work, integrity and efficiency, it stands to mature into a competitive entity.

With its own manufacturing facilities, Rex has been able to remain a competitive contender in a saturated industry where the presence of offshore influence always looms large.

This summation certainly speaks to the nature and experience of Rex Industrial Equipment Ltd. With a long and illustrious history, dating back to its original formation in 1932 as Rex Manufacturing, this is a commercial entreprise with healthy roots that have been well cared for by father and son duo, Peter and Bruce Blackett, who purchased the business in 1988.

Known in 1986 as Rex Wheels & Castors Ltd, it was later rebranded to Rex Industrial Equipment in 2006.

In the last three years, Rex has been able to completely redevelop approximately 75 percent of its materials handling trolley ranges, reimagining their sizes and finish.

“We have innovated in this way to cater to the needs of the ‘warehouse – office – showroom type’ of businesses that have emerged.”

It is a dedication that is visible throughout the wider organisation with the loyal staff a valued part of this family business.

While the name and services may have evolved over time, the business’ strong family mentality and philosophies have endured.

“For us, unequivocally, it has always been about the people in our business and our customers,” Peter says.

“We don’t purport to be the cheapest; for us it is about striking a competitive balance between excellent customer service, cost and quality. We don’t compromise on any of these propositions and we never will,” he explains.

Offering equitable price points for its services, rather than chasing unrealistic, unsustainable bottom-of-the-barrel prices, has resulted in Rex being able to continually innovate creating a broad range of great products.

Headquartered in Auckland, Rex operates from three manufacturing plants which provide all the specialist engineering capabilties and skills required to keep Rex ahead of the rest.

“We are very committed to looking after our staff and bringing them on the journey with us.

“We have exceptionally talented and committed staff members, with about 50 percent of them who have been with us over 15 years, and some more than 25.

We’re proud of our low staff turnover and consider it a testament to the culture we have created.

“One of our key staff, Peter Yerby, has worked in our Christchurch branch for more than two decades and has impressive product knowledge.

“After the devastating earthquake in February 2011, our branch in Cashel

Street was badly damaged and needed to be relocated. Peter was integral to the smooth process that ensued and experienced firsthand what specialised handling equipment was necessary to relocate the branch.

“For us it is about striking a competitive balance between excellent customer service, cost and quality. We don’t compromise on any of these propositions and we never will.”

“The earthquake resulted in people requiring our huge range of industrial handling equipment, trolleys, pallet trucks and hand trucks.

- Peter Blackett

“We custom-built conveyor systems to expedite and safeproof the moving process for our clients and these systems have since continued to be utilised in a range of projects and companies. During the rebuild effort, heavy duty castors and wheels have also been in high demand.”

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Smart engineering creates a conservation initiative

Capabilities & services CAD Services ENI offers a range of CAD and Autodesk Inventor services to find the right solution for you.

ENI Engineering believes in working with others to create success, so they’re collaborating with power utilities around New Zealand to minimise the risk of Karearea electrocutions, and other dangers to this rare and beautiful bird.

With excellence and innovation in the field of sheet metal fabrication being part of ENI Engineering’s culture since starting in 1993, they teamed up with the Department of Conservation to pinpoint components of overhead electrical equipment such as transformers and lighting arrestors, which can potentially be hazardous to Karearea.

Punching The TC2020FMC Punch is the most productive in its class and highly flexible with ENI’s range of tooling.

Powder coating ENI’s powder coating facilities provide quality end finishes with efficient production systems.

Fabrication & welding On offer are comprehensive welding services for aluminium, steel and stainless steel.

Fastening insertion ENI’s Haegar machine assists with the fastening insertion capabilities.

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Folding With CNC Press brake machines, ENI’s folding services enable lengths of up to 3.6 with consistent accuracy.

They devised methods to insulate and safeguard the cross arms to make them safer for Karearea, creating Falcon Shields, which can be fitted with new installations or retrofitted.

Business development manager, Dave Fletcher, says “Through the conceptual design process, it has become very clear that not only do we solve the issue of the New Zealand Falcon being electrocuted, but the product also has the potential to reduce the number of outages caused by all species of birds.”

Roto-molding Creating hollow plastic products is now a possibility in the factory with Roto-molding.

Assembly Ranging in size and complexity, the assembly team can tackle just about anything within a designated area with optimal location for product handling.

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The product has been tested by University of Canterbury, Engineering College.

ENI Engineering take, the environmental issues facing New Zealand very seriously and believes that all companies have a responsibility to be doing whatever they can when designing and manufacturing products commercial products must work within our environmental protocols, Dave says.

ENI staff are leading the charge towards lower environmental impact and positive change for clients.

“The company’s greatest asset is our staff.

Our people are actively encouraged to put their ideas forward to provide innovative solutions, to improve the company’s overall performance and participate in our extensive staff training programme.

“We give our people the tools they need to help them grow, think and provide solutions creatively, while continually presenting new ways to better manage our business.

find ways to work up a solution that creates a win-win for all involved.

“Our speciality is listening to our customers and producing a quality product. We pride ourselves on providing an end-to-end solution.”

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“We rely on them to continually implement programmes and strategies to promote growth and development. We encourage them to search for new ways to add value.”

ENI are a contract sheetmetal manufacturer based in Christchurch supplying a wide range of industries, including the power reticulation sector, waste treatment, agricultural, hospitality, lighting, bus shelters, street furniture and electronics industries.

They have the full range of metal manufacturing services including CNC laser cutting, punching and folding, fabrication of mild steel, stainless steel and aluminum, through to in-house powder coating and mechanical assembly.

They have a team of over 70 operating from purpose-built 4000 square meter facility.

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Transport & Motoring | Peter Fletcher Transport

New location, new opportunities In support of their ever-increasing client base and business growth, Peter Fletcher Transport (PFT) has a new premises to call home.

The warehouse meets the MPI standards for food grade storage and incorporates a high-risk MAF quarantined area and customs bond area, meeting their clients’ international importing needs.

The company, recognised as one of the top freight and transportation services in the country, has jumped the fence from their old site on Waterloo Road, to a modern and far more secure site at 66-68 Carmen Road in Hornby.

This move has increased their warehousing capabilities substantially, says Peter Fletcher’s general manager, Ashwin Mani.

“We have a lot more space to work with. Our old warehouse was 5,000sqm, we now have 8,000sqm of warehouse space,” he says.

Their specialised container handling equipment allows ease of devanning, unpacking and distribution, and the fully fenced yard, alarm system and up to 50 CCTV cameras, ensures all products are fully secured instilling a sense of ease in clients knowing their products are in safe hands.

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All vehicles are equipped with GPS systems for accurate tracking of deliveries and clients can receive accurate proof of delivery once goods have been signed for.

In conjunction with the new premises is a fresh new face. Peter Fletcher Transport has seen a complete rebrand. The new logo compliments their site with a fresh and modern design symbolising the business’ growth and bold vision.

The modern fleet has been updated with the new sign-writing and is well distinguished on the roads throughout New Zealand. In addition, PFT has added a fleet of new electric forklifts.

“These are much more environmentally friendly, using less fuel and are great for food grade products.”

Ashwin says these changes confirm the company is moving in the right direction and clients are enjoying the benefits.

“They think it’s really great to see that we are moving forward, they can see the growth, and it’s all been really positive feedback.”

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At a glance | iGROUT

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Since 1948 Safe R Brakes has been the leading workshop for all things brakes, clutches, vehicle maintenance and advice.

iGROUT provides a professional tile and grout cleaning, restoration, and recolouring service for residential and commercial clients throughout Christchurch and Canterbury.

Owned by Nick Bhati, the company works on projects of all sizes, from small residential jobs to working on large commercial premises.

Nick says iGROUT takes pride in finding solutions to all tile and grouting problems.

“We are committed to deliver quick, authentic and resourceful solutions to fixing all tile, grout and silicone problems.”

This year the workshop, which specialises in brakes and clutches, celebrates its 70th year in business. The shop’s new owners, John and Annette Begg, attribute the business’ longevity to several things including its very strong reputation.

“This is the go-to place in terms of knowledge and expertise of brakes and clutches,” says John, who handles the operations and human resources sides of the business.

“Pretty much everyone knows Safe R Brakes,” he adds.

Although the Begg’s bought the business two years ago, they have not made any major changes. John says they plan to evolve and grow what is already a successful business rather than completely rebuilding it.

Since the business opened many decades ago, its focus has never changed. John confirms that Safe R Brakes’ focus has and always will be on brakes and ensuring customers receive quality service and advice. He believes this business model has already proven to be successful with the company celebrating its 70th year in business.

Another reason Safe R Brakes has been successful is its loyal and knowledgeable staff.

The mechanics and staff know their stuff – combined, the 12 staff have a total of nearly 200 years of experience.

workshop to be able to service vehicles such as large SUVs and high performance cars.

Even more recently, they began offering to powder coat wheel brake calipers. Customers can choose from blue, red, yellow or green powder coats. With this service, John says it’s not as simple as just colouring the calipers and staff also properly take apart the calipers, prepare them for coating and reassemble them afterwards.

“Brakes are vital for safety and we always focus on doing a careful and thorough job with quality components whether its colouring calipers or a full overhaul” John says.

Regardless of the type of job, Safe R Brakes can handle it and do it properly. The proof is in the many years of being in business, which certainly has stood the test of time. CT Safe R Brakes Ltd 87 Fitzgerald Ave Christchurch (09) 379 6140 0800 723 372 inquiries@saferbrakes.co.nz www.saferbrakes.co.nz

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Applying colouring to the grout joint after the cleaning process. This makes the grout uniform in colour, new looking and impenetrable to dirt, oils and water

He says the team at iGROUT has extensive experience in all aspects of tile and grout work.

They are Mapei and Ardex certified applicators, and Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation (BCITO) qualified.

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“iGROUT is a leading company in Christchurch, which is known for its commitment and the quality of its work,” Nick says.

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“If anyone is currently looking for better ways to their tile and grout solutions, we believe that iGROUT would be a great solution for them because we provide high-quality services at very suitable prices.”

Nick says tiled and grouted areas need regular maintenance to keep them looking attractive and to protect them from damage. iGROUT works on all areas of the home or business, including replacing mouldy silicone, and cleaning and repairing tiled and grouted shower and bathroom areas.

The company uses the latest equipment and technology to bring tiled and grouted areas back to their original beauty.

Nick and the team are always happy to give advice on the best solutions to get and keep tiled and grout areas looking their best.

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Along with offering a professional service, Nick says iGROUT’s prices are very competitive, and they take pride in making tiled areas look fantastic and bringing them back to their original condition. CT iGrout 121 Denise Cresent Hornby Christchurch 8042 0212088183 nick@igrout.co.nz www.igrout.co.nz

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“That’s one of our key advantages and our customers really value that,” John says.

Plus it does not hurt that mechanics and other staff go above and beyond to help all customers, whether it is by working on vehicles until a problem is solved, or by providing clients with genuine, sound information and advice.

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Although Safe R Brakes’ main focus is, of course, brakes, John and Annette also recently added a tyre service to the shop’s offerings.

The relatively new service makes it more convenient for the customer as they can get tyres replaced while their brakes are being serviced. They also provide a free brake check while replacing the tyres.

Soon the business will take delivery of a larger lathe for machining bigger disc rotors and drums. John says that disc rotors in particular are getting bigger and this will allow the

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Agribusiness | Dairyworks

Driven by innovation Innovation is what drives dairy processor, Dairyworks. This Christchurch company has grown from small beginnings 16 years ago into a multi-milliondollar business.

Back in 2001 Dairyworks saw a gap in the market for contract packaging and for the retail supply of dairy products for consumers and food service industries.

Originally setting up shop with three staff in Temuka, South Canterbury, Dairyworks sourced high quality cheese and butter from big South Island dairy manufacturers and began processing and packaging it into portions that suited consumers and the food service trades.

By 2010 Dairyworks had outgrown its Temuka factory and shifted to Hornby in Christchurch where its new premises were closer to its markets and distribution routes.

Part of the company’s success is its continual investment in state-of-the-art plant and technology to deliver top quality products.

It is MAF certified, a registered dairy exporter, Halal licensed and follows a full risk-management programme.

Now thousands of tonnes of dairy products are produced for local, national and export markets.

About 8,000 tonnes of packaged cheese and about three million litres of ice-cream are produced each year.

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The way the company’s products are packaged, making them easy to open, to use and to store, is a big part of their popularity.

The company hasn’t looked back since. These days boasting about 200 staff, it is a proud second-generation family-owned business where expertise has been handed down and siblings, cousins and parents work side by side with other employees.

Dairyworks first brand was Alpine, with the addition of Rolling Meadow in 2006 offering block, grated and sliced cheese and a range of butters. Then the Dairyworks brand itself was purchased with its much wider range of convenience dairy products.

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Two national supermarket chains, Foodstuffs and Progressive Enterprises, are amongst Dairyworks’ largest customers, so its brands are on supermarket shelves up and down the country.

Contract packaging remains an important part of the business including supplying supermarkets’ own label requirements.

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Dairyworks’ marketing manager Gabrielle Cross, daughter of managing director Peter Cross, says a great deal of work and consideration goes into market and product research and into marketing.

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“The company sells into 15 markets overseas including Australia, Fiji, Vanuatu, the Solomon Islands and Tahiti.

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“We celebrated an important new customer relationship in 2017 when we began exporting to retail and grocery giant Woolworths Australia with some 700 stores.”

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Gabrielle says the company undertook extensive research of the Australian consumer dairy market to understand the preferences of consumers there.

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At a glance | Grant Jenkins Contracting

New Zealand’s supreme painters Grant and Silvia Jenkins are owners of Grant Jenkins Contracting, a Timaru, family-based firm established 13 years ago.

What started with just one staff member, has grown to be South Canterbury’s premier, award-winning decorating contractor.

The company works closely with Woolworths Australia to supply the types of ready-to-eat dairy products Australian customers want.

Products such as its cheese and cracker range, cheese sticks, the kids’ range are ideal for lunchboxes and other convenience snacks are going strongly.

“The way the company’s products are packaged, making them easy to open, to use and to store, is a big part of their popularity.

We used to run a cheese and cracker line once a week, two years ago; now we are running it for seven days a week.”

The vision for Dairyworks into the future is to continue its drive for growth, innovation and diversification of products.

“Our major aim is to become better at what we do in respect to our people, plant and processes.” CT Dairyworks 719 Halswell Junction Road Hornby Christchurch 8025 (03) 344 0875 gabrielle.cross@dairyworks.co.nz www.dairyworks.co.nz

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“These markets will be pursued with research and diligence, while our local and national markets will still remain a key focus and be well-served,” Gabrielle says.

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The company won the coveted title of New Zealand Master Painter of the Year 2018 – it was one of more than 150 entries from throughout New Zealand. The company is only the second to win the overall title more than once, with its previous win in 2011.

This year’s award recognises the work involved in the fit-out of local business Street Food Kitchen, with judges saying the project reflected outstanding skill with a combination of creative decorative effects, high-quality painting work and outstanding wallcovering applications.

The company has a strong history of quality workmanship, with both Grant and Brett formerly apprenticed to RB Jenkins, their father’s company. Robin Jenkins was a wellrespected contractor in South Canterbury for many years.

The team understand that it’s not just about the skill and knowledge, but also about having the best of technology and tools to ensure that all jobs are done quickly. They also value their relationship with suppliers and contractors who take pride in their work.

No matter whether it’s wall board fixing and stopping, plastering, painting and decorating or the airless spraying of roofs, the goal is to provide the best skills, workmanship and service.

In 2005 Grant and Silvia Jenkins established Jenkins Contracting (GJC) and built on Grant’s experience and success in the decorating business here and overseas.

Grant Jenkins Contracting is an awardwinning Registered Master Painter; some of its past projects include the Grosvenor Hotel, Smith’s City and SC Hospice.

As owner/operators, Grant and Silvia saw their business rapidly grow, and teamed up with Grant’s brother Brett. Brett is the company manager and along with Chris Clark, project manager, they now have a team of 24 to handle all trade and administration duties.

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Grant says the staff create a great team environment, with everyone taking pride in their work, and bringing fantastic attitudes, experience and skills to the job.

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Property & Construction | Brewster Building

Outside-the-box, eco-friendly building It takes a distinct vision to have a genuine point of difference in a saturated commercial landscape.

In 2012, builder Dean Brewster, owner and operator of Brewster Building, made his mark with a differentiating commitment to sustainable building.

And while he doesn’t maintain a full market monopoly through his ecofriendly entrepreneurship, he has earned a commendable reputation on the basis of his excellent workmanship and stewardship of building practices that are more respectful of the environment.

“It started off in 2012 as just me and a couple of other guys. Today, we have grown to a team of six guys on the tools and my wife Helen who oversees the administration side of things.”

Having worked extensively in the Canterbury region, as well as spending time in the big smoke - London - Brewster Building covets significant expertise, ranging from little baches to architectural hill-site projects in the Port Hills.

“We cover virtually all types of residential building, from simple alterations, to full renovations and extensions, as well as new housing. We really enjoy the architectural work which is more involved and more detailed; each project has its unique challenges.”

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Important priorities include decisions like site selection and planning, as some site restrictions can have an impact on the overall efficiency of sustainable design features.

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- Owner Dean Brewster

Having earned and maintained a diverse and established set of industry relationships, Brewster Building has a strong network made up of surveyors, designers and engineers, as well as a base group of sub-trades ensuring that an integrated and highly skilled team is able to deliver client projects.

“One of the main challenges of working with Dennis on a project - like the Cullinane house for example - was learning a completely different method of building.

“The first time I met with Dennis I received what he termed ‘a data dump’; when you get a large amount of information in a very “We get alongside the client and involve team short time. It was a lot to take in and turn members as early as possible, and when our into a reality as it had never been physically clients are wanting to go down the eco-efficient built before. track to build their house, we guide them on “It had to be right the first time as the floor and basic but key points from the get-go. walls are about 80 percent concrete and there “Important priorities include decisions like are no second chances.” site selection and planning, as some site Conceding it was a learning curve on the restrictions can have an impact on the overall technical side of things - one readily and efficiency of sustainable design features.” willingly embraced by the Brewster Building It was Dean’s fluency in the sustainable team - Brewster says the future is bright for building landscape that saw him strike up an the business and he is looking forward to inspiring working relationship with designer continuing to challenge the status quo.

Dennis Chapman, who you can read about To peruse the Brewster Building portfolio, and on the opposite page. “I love doing different get to know the team and how they can work things, and looking for outside-the-box with you on your next project, visit the website opportunities. Dennis is this type of person at www.brewsterbuilding.co.nz. CT as well.

“I was curious about and interested in what he was doing. It was great to see someone who had taken an active and involved step towards improving housing when a lot of the time our housing market, while improved, is still very basic.

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Medieval meets modern

If you’re in the Tai Tapu neck-of-the-woods you’ll come across an ecofriendly castle complete with moat, drawbridge and turrets.

It might sound like an oxymoron, but designer Dennis Chapman and his wife have made such hybrid concepts a reality and Chapman’s inquisitive and, innovative approach to designing homes that is revolutionising greener living, is rapidly gaining traction in Canterbury, and has seen him forge a strong partnership with builder Dean Brewster - but more on that later.

“We designed and built the castle behind Tai Tapu, which is now five years old.

Initially it was an experiment and a whole lot of ideas that reflect the quirky nature of me and my wife.

“The experiment - from a theoretical point of view - was about minimising energy and achieving sustainability in a very advanced technology building that looks old.

“We had students studying the castle for their masters thesis, undertaking an analysis on how well the house works as a new way of building, and our ideas were very good mechanically.

“From there, we came up with new methodologies to build normal houses, including two in Lincoln - Dean Brewster’s

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house and another container size home which was really about testing out our build methodologies before we put them into a real house.”

One of the key attributes of the castle is its RibRaft floor, a foundation design specifically designed and developed for New Zealand.

Highly durable and economical, it is a popular solution for concrete flooring construction in seismically active areas.

“The castle also has very high thermal mass concrete and insulation like they do in Canada.

“It has 25Kw of solar power on it on the north roof and most of the north wall of the second storey - more power is generated than is used.

“In addition to producing its own power and storing its own energy, the castle also gathers its own water. Flaps at the top and bottom of the impressive solar panels let in or release air.

As the castle is airtight with the triple glazed windows being sealed shut, this air reticulation system enables fresh air to be pre-heated by outgoing air.”

Kolorful Kanvas can design and build a canopy over a doorway, a shade sail over your deck or gazebo in the garden.

Kolorful Kanvas Limited in Christchurch can custom design and build the perfect canvas or PVC product to protect your family, possessions or customers from any weather conditions.

The company was established in 1975 and has amassed a huge amount of experience in manufacturing and repairing motorised awnings, fixed-frame canopies, sail shades, sun blinds, enclosures, covers, truck-side curtains and more.

Director Suresh Budhia started working for the company as an apprentice and then moved on to become a partner and now the owner.

Piping runs through the conrete floors through which heated water can be circulated and a 60,000 litre tank located in the basement serves as a heat store.

He leads a skilled team capable of producing the highest quality products made from the best available materials and components, built to just about any design required. The company offers a two-year workmanship guarantee on all its canvas products.

The Brewster house has 30,000 litres of rotomolded plastic tanks built into its RibRaft foundations.

“We cater for both residential and commercial based clients, and no job is too big or too small,” Suresh says.

The gargoyles serve much more than an authentic decorative purpose - if the castle’s guttering becomes blocked, the water comes out through the gargoyles mouths.

“Working alongside architects, contractors and engineers means we can provide an answer to any scenario to deliver an outstanding product.”

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Kolorful Kanvas can design and build a canopy over a doorway or a shade sail over your deck or gazebo in the garden. It can give you extra space with a new caravan awning for your holiday, can protect your car in a carport or can provide valuable shade and protection for customers at your business premise.

Innovative ideas and quality manufacturing ensure an affordable, unique and custom product made especially for you - the only limit is your imagination. They can also repair any canvas product and they stock maintenance and cleaning products to ensure your products look great and last.

Award-winning designs Kolorful Kanvas has recently won two industry awards for its products through the Outdoor Fabric Products Association of New Zealand.

“One award was for our retractable roof and the other was for an outdoor area with screens, and those products have been selected to go through to the American awards as well,” Suresh says.

“The retractable roof is new for us and we have just finished a commercial job with it in Christchurch at The Crossing. There are six roofs in a row on the mezzanine floor. That job will be entered into the awards next year.”

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Property & Construction | Devon Construction

A decade getting builds done right Devon Construction Ltd was founded in May 2008 by Danny Broom, formerly of Devon, England.

Currently Devon is celebrating 10 years in the Christchurch construction industry with their anniversary happening in May this year. They also received of a Gold Reserve Award for the National House of the Year 2018 competition, and have good reason to feel excited.

Initially they won the regional gold award for their entry of a renovation completed on Devon Construction director Danny Broom’s home, in the Builder’s Own category, says office manager Judith Robinson.

“There were some pretty magnificent houses entered, but the judging is on the quality of the build.

“Renovations like Danny’s home are always harder to get right as you are matching old with new, but I think this one was done sympathetically to the old while embracing new elements in functionality,” she says.

The entry has recently been upgraded to Gold Reserve and is now in the National Competition.

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Property & Construction | Devon Construction In their words “Building a new home can be a very stressful process, so we were truly thankful when we chose to build with Devon Construction. Their professionalism ensured our build was a trouble-free experience.

Danny Broom (company director) was a delight to work with. He was very approachable and understanding. There was never any compromising on quality and he really went the extra mile for us.

His deadlines were realistic and we were very happy when we got to lock up stage exactly when he said we would.

Danny’s expertise in all facets of the build meant he was on top of the game from day one right up until the end.

It soon became apparent why Devon Construction is so successful - Danny knows what he’s doing and that means sub-contractors are happy to work for him - we think it even means he gets the best in the business working with him.

We highly recommend Devon Construction to anyone planning to build, if we were to build again, we certainly wouldn’t use anyone else now that we’ve experienced the best.”

- Robert and Sally McCoid The first set of Villas, Block 5, completed in Silverstream Estates.

“What was most satisfying was that this project had to be carefully planned from design to build to achieve the finish required,” says Devon Construction director Rob Stanton.

“Building a house shouldn’t be stressful,” says Judith. “The most obvious thing is the relationship that we develop with our clients and the attention to detail that our design team bring to the whole process,” says Rob.

are able to remain up to date with industry developments.

Reaching 10 years as a building company is something they are very proud of. Succeeding in a tough industry takes durability, resilience and diversity as the market is ever changing.

Some recent projects they’re extra proud of involved taking over three builds from two building companies that went into liquidation.

They managed to complete them to a high standard on a very limited budget.

“We lead the market in the design and build of multi-units,” says Rob.

Other milestones for Devon Construction have included building a total of 66 villas, and some stand-alone homes in Silverstream Estates subdivision, Kaiapoi.

“We are also proud to have given 25 carpentry staff career opportunities,” says Rob. Developing strong relationships with clients is key and Danny is always happy to return to any client’s home for a cup of tea and a catch-up.

They take pride in bespoke builds and treat each client as an individual, no matter what the budget.

“It was great to be able to assist some genuine people who were put in a very uncomfortable position, through no fault of their own,” says Danny.

They say the key to their success is thinking outside the square, being prepared to take on new challenges, following the market and working with, not against, their clients. Over the years they’ve developed a client based approach to the entire build process.

Also, Danny is on the Master Builders executive, meaning Devon Construction

They specialise in new homes, renovations, multi blocks, high end builds and a new division, landscaping.

In the future they intend to keep building their client base and emphasizing quality in their builds. Judith says they’ll continue to follow the market and embrace opportunities.

“Building your new home should be a wonderful experience. Come to Devon Construction and find out how,” says Rob.

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Property & Construction | DPA Architects

Heritage and conservation experts When renowned architect Benjamin Woodfield Mountfort designed Saint Bartholomew’s church in the mid-eighteen hundreds, little would he have known that it would go on to be moved twice, and survive a series of severe earthquakes 150 years later.

DPA Architects stepped into help with the earthquake rebuild. With a strong commitment to preserving New Zealand’s history and culture, they are experts in heritage building conservation.

After realising that many aspects of the building required attention, the Anglican Church Property Trust decided to completely refurbish the building, rather than do a job that would require more patch ups in the future.

While the church was moved in 1859 - 60 to a site with more stable foundations, this time it was moved to enable a total rebuild of its foundations.

Once the church had been emptied, it was jacked off its original foundations and shifted.

it was revealed that the roof had been treated with a bituminous product which proved impossible to remove.

The new paint wouldn’t stick to it - especially given that it was such a steep roof.

The call was made to replace the entire roof using a pre-painted corrugate profile to match the original profile. The replacement roof matched the older shape perfectly.

The timber belfry was craned off the building to be repaired. Given that its supporting posts went through the roof and there was considerable decay, this took some care.

The lead flashings on the belfry were considered a work of art by the trust, and well worth preserving.

Originally DPA thought it best to paint the entire Also, the sheathing of the belfry needed to be approached carefully. Similar patterned sheets original roof. However, once the work started

DPA Architects has developed a range of services specifically for projects involving heritage buildings. These include the following:

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The leadlight windows in the two transepts were completely remade.

• Assessments of earthquake

All decayed totara, matai and kauri timber was removed and purple heart, a sustainably milled timber from Central and South America, was used where needed.

• Structural upgrading and retrofitting

The entire interior of the church was oiled, taking it back to its original magnificence.

• Preparation of conservation plans and heritage assessments damaged buildings of services

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to comply with fire and accessibility codes

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• Technical advice and conservation of historic materials and fabric

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Since founding DPA in 1996, Dave Pearson has helped many heritage projects back to their former glory. These days DPA are one of New Zealand’s leading heritage architectural practices.

Their projects have included restaurants, churches, educational facilities, town halls, railway stations, dwellings, historic military buildings, museums, theatres, office buildings, community facilities, cemeteries, old hotels, and courthouses. They are closely involved in the Christchurch rebuild.

Since 1996 they’ve won 26 awards.

were made in Australia and carefully painted to reduce risk of failure.

The stained glass windows within the sanctuary, featuring the Sermon on the Mount and the Four Evangelists, were believed to have been made in London around 1883.

The windows at the end of the nave possibly dated back to the original build of the

St Bartholomews being lifted and relocated on site to allow for new foundation works.

church. Both were damaged. They were carefully restored.

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Property & Construction | Pioneer Pool and Building

The ultimate addition to any home They’ve built swimming pools for some of New Zealand’s rich and famous.

They’ve also built pools that have given years of fun and enjoyment to everyday families.

improved – pool cover systems from the Czech Republic, pool circulation systems from the United States and chlorination systems from Australia.

“Pool lighting too has exploded. There are all kinds of options for this now as well as for pool insulation.”

The team makes frequent visits to Australia, the USA and Europe to pool shows and are members of Master Builders and of the American Shotcrete Association.

Since 1970, Pioneer Pool and Building have been constructing custom-designed concrete swimming pools and their expertise and reputation in the field are second to none.

What Pioneer Pools provide Pioneer Pools frequently work with architects and landscape architects who design the pool itself and the surrounds.

During those almost 50 years several generations of families have had pools built by Pioneer Pools and Building.

The beginnings The company was founded by Harry Sweeney and Allan McNabb. Harry’s background was water treatment, filtration and municipal pool management, while Allan had a building background.

The two imported American ideas of shotcrete, or sprayed concrete technology and developed formulations and techniques that are the basis of the system Pioneer Pool and Building still use today.

“Pools are very often features of a property’s landscaping now and integrated as part of a home’s design.

After Harry and Allan retired the company was bought by Harry’s two sons, Chris and Paul.

pool covers. People want to enjoy their pool and not find the upkeep of it a burden.”

“Pools themselves have not changed a great deal since those early days,” says Chris Sweeney.

The company today

“They are still mostly simple in shape. But what has changed is the technology of what goes into the pool - from automation of essentials such as chlorination and cleaning, to lighting systems, underwater speakers and motorised

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Chris says that Pioneer Pool and Building continues the development and refining processes begun by the company’s founders.

“Research into new products and technologies is our fundamental philosophy.

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“Once we have been given a design our in-house team then complete the package of the construction from excavation to the finishing touches, including filtration, heating, plastering, tiling, paving and everything else the client wants for a stressfree and enjoyable experience.”

Pioneer Pools also stock spa and swimming pool equipment, including spa covers, LED swimming pool lights, pool covers and swimming pool lift chairs.

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”We have built a number of pools recently in retirement villages and lift chairs are perfect in these environments to help elderly people get into or out of a pool easily and safely.”

Chris says that pool training equipment is becoming increasingly popular and once again the company has been travelling the world in search of the best examples of these new products.

“Swimming increases muscle tone and strength and including training equipment in a small pool can give the same benefits as from swimming in a full-size pool.

“We have the SuperSwim Training Harness which allows someone to swim in place comfortably. The harder they swim the more resistance is experienced, giving a really good workout in half to one-third the time of lap

swimming. We also have the Badu Jet, the Fastlane Swim Trainer and the SwimJet.” It’s the dream of many to have a swimming pool. Swimming pool construction however, is not just about digging a hole in your backyard and filling it with water. You need the experts in both construction and accessories to ensure your pool is an asset to your property and not a liability. CT Pioneer Pool and Building 4/31 Stevens St Waltham Christchurch (03) 348 4593 info@pioneerpools.co.nz www.pioneerpools.co.nz

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Property & Construction | Floorpride Mandeville

Fall in love with your floor Floorpride Mandeville has been based on its prominent corner site on Mandeville Street, Riccarton since 1988.

It’s has been laying quality flooring in Canterbury homes and businesses for those 30 years. That’s an impressive track record.

“We invest time into training and making sure everyone keeps up to date with new products as they come on the market.

The business was purchased in 2000 by current owner Alastair Murcott who combines a lifelong career in flooring with a genuine passion for sales and service.

“Our staff can attend ‘flooring school’ through BCITO (Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation) because we need to be able to advise our clients as to which flooring options will be the best for their home or business environment.”

Starting in carpet retail, Alastair then spent 19 years working for leading manufacturers Feltex and Godfrey Hirst, gaining extensive trade and product knowledge.

“Flooring is in my blood,” he says, “or, to quote an old cliché, I have carpet fluff in my veins!”

Alastair makes a point of ensuring that his staff in the showroom – many of whom have been with the business for years – also have this combination of passion and strong product knowledge.

And offering a wide range of flooring options is fundamental to Floorpride’s sales philosophy.

“We don’t have an agenda to sell particular brands or types of flooring. Rather we tailor to each customer’s individual requirements and lifestyle.

“It’s all done in a friendly, relaxed, but very professional manner so that customers feel they can put their trust in our advice.”

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Alastair explains that fashions and trends do come and go with flooring. “Over the last 10 years synthetic or solution dyed nylon carpet has become more and more popular.

“That has mainly been because it does not fade in the way that wool carpets may do in areas exposed to a lot of bright light.

“But there is something of a resurgence in wool carpet now. It’s a beautiful, natural, soft fibre that is hypoallergenic, fire resistant and helps to naturally regulate moisture, creating a warm, dry and healthy home.”

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But there is something of a resurgence in wool carpet now. It’s a beautiful, natural, soft fibre that is hypoallergenic, fire resistant and helps to naturally regulate moisture, creating a warm, dry and healthy home.

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- Owner Alastair Murcott

Floorpride specialises too in hard flooring.

Alastair says that hard flooring is definitely on trend with an increased number and variety of hard flooring options available.

“People traditionally used hard flooring in kitchens and wet areas. Now with the advent of stylish and elegant hardwood flooring, or the timber look, you will see this type of covering taken through to living areas as well and complemented with rugs.”

Hardwood flooring is very strong and durable, presents a broad variety of appearances and is very easy to maintain and care for.

“Besides New Zealand brands of hardwood flooring, we are delighted to now be the exclusive stockists of Chene de l’est - solid and engineered oak hardwood flooring direct from France. You might feel you are in a French chateau with this product on your floor.”

sub-contractors as required. This means we have the flexibility and capacity to meet demand and to respond promptly.

“Expert planning and pre-cutting of jobs in our workroom means a quality job with minimal disruptions.”

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Property & Construction | Parsons Construction

Building bespoke homes “We specialise in building bespoke, one-off architecturally-designed homes,” says Nick Parsons, of Parsons Construction.

“Forming a three–way collaboration of architect, client and ourselves, the builders, is crucial over the length of time it can take to build these types of houses, which require exceptional attention to detail.

“We see this as all of us taking a journey together and we certainly want our clients to be smiling at the end of that journey,” Nick says.

Parsons Construction’s mantra is “complexity mastered” and they thrive on jobs that may be a little tricky or require some lateral thinking.

They have been building in Christchurch for well over 20 years.

“I worked in partnership with my father for 10 years before setting up my own company some 15 years ago. We now have four crews with foremen who understand my approach to projects, which is always to strive for perfection.”

According to the judges of the 2016 Canterbury Master Builders’ House of the Year Awards, that perfection was realised in a Scarborough home designed by Fulton Ross Team Architects, for which Parsons Construction was the Supreme Winner.

With this build the team won awards for best home over $2 million, for craftsmanship and for outdoor living and interior style.

“We have extensive experience in taking on demanding building projects such as the Scarborough one on difficult hill sections which challenge us to deliver work for clients that we can be proud of.

“You need a ‘building brain’ for these types of houses, a brain developed and refined over years of on-the-job experience. You also need confidence to take on jobs of this complexity.”

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You need a ‘building brain’ for these types of houses, a brain developed and refined over years of on-the-job experience. You also need confidence to take on jobs of this complexity.

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- Owner Nick Parsons

Another successful collaboration between Parsons Construction and Fulton Ross Team Architects was a recently completed house for a Christchurch District Court judge.

“The homeowner also wanted a host of different lighting specialist effects to create ambiance and this required skill on our part to achieve the look the client had envisaged.

“This house was not on a hill site. It was however in Helmores Lane, Fendalton, an area very much affected by the 2011 earthquakes and designated TC3,” Nick says.

“The most difficult item was a circular glass staircase with floating treads. We scratched our heads a bit on how to achieve that one, but eventually our ‘building brain’ arrived at the solution.”

“That meant we had to construct the type of raft foundation that is required for land of this vulnerability to future lateral spreading.

That was complex in itself as these types of foundations can be."

Nick says the house is a very modern design, but yet extremely functional and “sharp looking” with its seamless exterior integration of timber and metal materials.

He adds that detail is a feature of a Fulton Ross-designed house and this one was no exception.

“It’s the detail that gives us the challenges we like. There were all kinds of angles and shapes, especially with forming the timber junctions around the windows.

“The cedar work on the outside is also amazing and there are spectacular full-height oak doors in the living area and glass cavity sliders in the bathrooms.

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As is invariably the case with a home built by Parsons Construction the client was delighted with his new living environment.

“The design really worked and there were lots of comments about how efficiently the build progressed. That is certainly what we aim for and that’s what makes our clients smile.”

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Property & Construction | Concrete NZ

Concrete industry embraces innovation

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Concrete is ubiquitous on home soil in New Zealand. The pre-eminent global building material for load-bearing structures, concrete’s application is increasingly diverse.

No one can predict the future, but I’m confident the concrete industry’s growing appetite for innovation today will yield results that advance New Zealand’s built environment tomorrow.

In New Zealand, the wider concrete industry annually produces and utilises about one million tonnes of cement, equating to around four million cubic metres of concrete for new residential, non-residential, infrastructure and commercial construction.

- Concrete NZ CEO Rob Gaimster

In total, the direct, indirect and induced economic impact of the cement and concrete industry contributes approximately $7.5 billion of output across the economy, supporting more than 24,000 jobs and creating a value add of approximately $2.8 million according to NZIER research.

“Advancements in cement technology are also tremendously exciting as our industry remains committed to reducing its environmental footprint. Work programmes continue to explore ways to incorporate industrial by-products (such as fly ash and slag) as well as naturally occurring pozzolans as cement replacements.”

At the forefront of promoting innovation in this industry is Concrete NZ; the recently formed association, with the modus operandi ‘building resilience’.

Rob is also enthusiastic about the rise of digital tools such as Building Information Modeling (BIM) coupled with Augmented Reality (AR).

The inception of the multi-faceted organisation was a direct response to a consensus reached in 2015 that sought to examine and agree on options to ensure New Zealand’s concrete industry could promote excellence in all things concrete, in an efficient and effective manner, that provides better value for all.

“These technologies are combining to enable genuine advancements. The realistic presentation of digital representations of building components or functions is proving hugely valuable in terms of enhanced design and construction outcomes.

The establishment of a single, consolidated industry association was the answer, and this conviction gave rise to Concrete NZ. In 2016, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between six participating associations. This captured the spirit of the proposed consolidation, outlining key expectations on matters of governance and operations along with setting responsibility and financial arrangements.

Concrete NZ’s role is fundamental and transformative, especially in light of the fact New Zealand’s construction sector plays a significant role in the economy.

It is the fifth largest sector, employs more than 170,000 people, and is a $30 billion-plus per year sector.

Notwithstanding these facts, Concrete NZ’s EO Rob Gaimster eloquently summarised the challenges of the industry recently when he said, “We find ourselves in strange times.

Construction is at almost unprecedented levels and the ‘job sheet’ remains full for the majority.

“Yet, we hear of businesses struggling, and in some instances going-under. Regardless of the outcome, one thing is certain – the need to innovate remains a priority.”

Innovation has become an ‘it’ word; a catchphrase of the modern time. Assessment of the term returns many understandings depending on the user and context.

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“For instance, heavily reinforced concrete sections can now be modelled using BIM and reinforcement fixing checked with AR enhanced headsets.

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Advancements in cement technology are also tremendously exciting as our industry remains committed to reducing its environmental footprint.

- Concrete NZ CEO Rob Gaimster

heels on innovation, attributable to its status as an ‘old technology’ however, he energetically disputes and dispels this notion. Innovation is embraced with vigour and earnestness as an industry imperative by the organisation and Rob is clear about this.

“Over recent years ‘innovation’ has evolved into ‘disruptive innovation’ and is broadly interpreted as an ‘innovation that creates a new, or disrupts an existing market and value network’.

“Case-in-point are several concrete based innovations that have the potential to disrupt the construction and concrete industries in New Zealand, and in so doing, dramatically enhance productivity.

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printing technologies are fused deposition modelling (FDM) and three-dimensional printing (3DP).

“While there are limitations in terms of building code coverage and the need for materials development, the immediate future will see 3D concrete printing adopted for temporary structures and architectural features.”

On the topic of ductile cementitious composite - also termed ‘Eco-Friendly Ductile Cementitious Composite (EDCC)’, Rob is upbeat about this fibre-reinforced concrete and its role in innovating the industry.

“As seismic structural design moves beyond But for Concrete NZ, a return to first principles ‘life safety’ towards ‘building survivability’, sees the organisation interpret innovation as innovations in damage resistant design using “Also known as Cementitious Additive “the application of better solutions to meet new Manufacturing (CAM), 3D printing has concrete systems have emerged – the most requirements or implicit needs”. enjoyed a meteoric rise, advancing quickly with conspicuous examples of which are PREcast a range of sample structures now in existence. Seismic Structural System (PRESSS) and of Rob will concede that a prevailing perception course Base Isolation.

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“Add to these exciting innovations formwork pressure sensors that allow for bold in-situ construction, cast-in maturity sensors that can wirelessly monitor concrete strength gain, digital concrete delivery systems for truck tracking, as well as automated batching systems, and there is the potential for some quite dramatic design, construction and supply developments.”

Rob is confident there is an appetite for these, and other cutting-edge concepts, that will continue to transform the bricks and mortar landscape around us.

“Change is inevitable. Concrete, including its constituent materials and systems, continues to compete strongly with alternative building materials to design solutions that address current and anticipated requirements.

“No one can predict the future, but I’m confident the concrete industry’s growing appetite for innovation today will yield results that advance New Zealand’s built environment tomorrow.” CT Concrete NZ Level 4, Solnet House 70 The Terrace Wellington (04) 499 8820 admin@concretenz.org.nz www.concretenz.org.nz

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Property & Construction | Curtis Architecture

Creating smart, efficient homes Curtis Architecture is winning a loyal following as its reputation for simple yet sophisticated design and great communication grows.

Curtis Architecture director Adam Curtis says their “friendly, family run” firm is built around a positive culture and a happy environment.

“We don’t see problems — we concentrate on figuring out solutions. It comes across a lot when working alongside builders. They refer a lot of work to us as they love being able to work alongside us as a team.”

Adam and his wife Casey run the firm, which has been in operation since February 2017.

It started with a “hiss and a roar” thanks to Casey’s history as an architectural designer

Huntsbury Hill home perched high on the port hills with 180°+ views over Christchurch and the Canterbury Plains.

and Adam’s contacts from his former work running a Mr Fix It franchise. They had 12 houses to design from day one and have processed around 70 houses since then.

They work with builders on a range of projects, from tiny renovations and extensions to high end residential architectural homes and the odd light commercial job.

“The reason referrals are our main pipeline is we’re very good at communicating.

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“Clients love that if they have any queries during the design phase they can easily ring and get hold of us, which is apparently not a common thing. Builders and clients like that we’re practically orientated. Casey and the team are very practical designers.”

Adam says they design to maximise budgets by simplifying forms.

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We have an enthusiasm for designing low energy homes that preserve our clients’ health, scale down energy running costs and increase home comfort.

Some designers and builders see it as a target to achieve, where it is meant to be a base to start from.

“Bigger is not necessarily better. Often people opt for a larger home with high-end fittings, and don’t consider the value of a smaller or more energy efficient home.

“The energy required for lighting, heating, cooling and moisture management is directly affected by the design, specifications and size.”

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Curtis Architecture offer a range of design approaches – covering eco-friendly/ energy efficient, standard construction, and renovations. “We work with builders who do the whole range.”

health, scale down energy running costs and increase home comfort.

They constantly strive to raise their level of service and standard of construction, with energy efficiency principles being included in many houses at no extra cost. CT

- Director Adam Curtis

“Designing a rectangle shaped home can be harder than you’d think. Trying to make a house design flow in a rectangle is quite difficult. It saves on a lot and reduces people’s budgets because it simplifies the roof line.

We believe they look far more sophisticated that way.

“Energy efficiency saves money long term, helps our local economy, increases comfort, and is good for the environment. It doesn’t have to be expensive if executed correctly.

“We have an enthusiasm for designing low energy homes that preserve our clients’

“The New Zealand building code (NZBC) is the ‘worst’ or minimum you can build to.

“We are continuously exploring new ideas and new technologies.

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Property & Construction | Cubo Projects

The commercial makeover masters Do you own a commercial space that requires a makeover? Or are you opening a commercial space that needs a fitout?

Cubo Projects could be the one-stop solution for you.

The company specialises in interior commercial fitouts, plus shop fitting, for all types of businesses including, but not limited to, fast food establishments, training gyms, offices, airports and banks.

Cubo Projects managing director Russell Hatcher.

often occur with a lack of planning and attention to detail. Planning also helps ensure the project will be delivered on time. Hatcher says 99 percent of the business’s projects have been completed by the deadline.

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Russell’s former positions allow him to understand issues that can cause problems on site and at times, also cause project costs to soar. This knowledge is vital and helpful for overseeing Cubo Projects.

Cubo Projects literally does it all and they can be your one stop shop for design, signage, electrical work and more.

The company can handle any request that is thrown their way, which prevents clients

“Site management is critical to the success of a project,” he says.

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having to hire out multiple companies to complete one project.

“There’s nothing that we won’t do if clients ask us,” says Russell Hatcher, managing director of Cubo Projects.

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Russell is well versed in how to smoothly run a fitout of a business. He has been working in the commercial construction industry for nearly 20 years.

In November of 2011, he started the business because he wanted to apply his knowledge and experience in project and cost management to a company of his own.

The knowledge and experience behind the Cubo Projects’ staff is what sets it apart from other companies like it. Previous positions led Russell to work on large projects in France, Australia and England, which is testament to the company’s ability to handle any scale of project.

But that’s not it. The company is also unique because it is small, which allows Russell to be more hands-on with each project ensuring that it is completed to a high standard.

Getting each project right is also important to Russell and his company. Ample planning goes into each project the company takes on to ensure every aspect is priced accurately.

Russell says this assists in avoiding unexpected costs and mishaps that can

Cubo Projects works on assignments throughout New Zealand. Some of its clients include New Zealand Institute of Architects, Spark, Macquarie Private Health, Queenstown Airport and Jones Lang LaSalle. CT Cubo Projects 523 No. 10 Rd Swannanoa RD6 Rangiora 7476 (03) 385 5540 022 108 5630 russell@cuboprojects.com www.cuboprojects.com

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Property & Construction | On Grade Drainage and Excavation

Making experience count Kent Blacker recalls how back in 2012 he and his best mate Beau Broadhurst decided to bite the bullet and set up their own drainage and excavation business. of the industry which the two owners instil into all their employees.

“It was time for us to push ourselves to go further in our careers and to build a strong future.

“We had something like 34 combined years of previous experience in the industry with our skills covering all aspects of residential, commercial and civil drainage and excavation.

“We started really small – just us, a couple of shovels and a ute. Now six years later we have 30 staff and every imaginable piece of equipment from excavators, loaders and graders to trucks, tools and transporters.”

Six years is an impressively short time to have grown to such an extent.

“We made sure from the beginning that we built up a reputation for highly accurate work and for keeping to clients’ timeframes.

“Once people got to know us and trusted us with larger projects, we were able to take on more staff and purchase machinery as required.”

Fundamental to On Grade Drainage and Excavation’s success is their core knowledge

“We have a very strong team now of qualified drainlayers, excavator operators, drivers and labourers. We really value our employees and have a great team culture with a particular emphasis on Health and Safety.

“Everyone here has an input into what we do, so they feel welcome and involved.

That’s reciprocated in loyalty and hard work from our guys.”

On Grade Drainage and Excavation is very proud of being a local North Canterbury company serving the local community.

They have become a preferred contractor for the Waimakariri District Council, undertaking some high profile and complex civil drainage projects.

“We renewed the water main in the Kaiapoi East area to replace the earthquake damaged water reticulation in the residential red zone.

“This system now provides a more reliable and resilient water supply and also improves the fire-fighting capacity for the area. Another large WDC job was a two kilometre sewer rising main along Tram Road.”

It’s not only the Waimakariri District Council that has benefitted from On Grade Drainage and Excavation’s expertise.

The Christchurch City Council has as well, for such projects as the installation of a stormwater basin at Wainoni Park.

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Property & Construction | The Plastering Firm

The plastering specialists Mat Boon has a personal philosophy that he applies to all areas of life: Find solutions, not problems.

“We do a lot of work for local builders in the residential sphere as well, along with subdivision developers and local farmers. Trough work and farm tracks are the usual type of work for us in the rural environment.”

We aim to provide our clients with a fast, friendly and efficient service. This attitude is what makes us different to other companies and attracts new clients to us. You can be sure you can depend on us to do a great job.

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Kent and Beau have a very clear view of where they want to take their company into the future.

“We want to continue to grow in terms of the types of projects we undertake, but we do want to stay as a close-knit team. Being able to compete with some of the so-called ‘big boys’ on quality and time management is what is most important to us.” CT On Grade Drainage and Excavation Ltd 63 Ferry Road Kaiapoi North Canterbury 027 411 4110 kent@ongradedrainage.co.nz www.ongradedrainage.co.nz — Advertising Feature

It was this attitude that enabled him to start a plastering company in 2003 and grow steadily, taking on all manner of jobs from bathroom refurbishments to architecturally designed homes, becoming a trusted firm today.

“We have experienced many different levels of jobs and are proud to have completed work for lots of happy customers throughout Christchurch. We take pride in seeing a job done right, and treat each job with care no matter the size of the project.

After training as a plasterer with his old boss, starting The Plastering Firm seemed a “natural progression,” for Mat, who was ready to challenge himself and take a step outside his comfort zone when he started the company.

“We have a great relationship with builders who need a reliable plastering company that interacts well with home owners. We understand the need for projects to stay on time and on budget.”

“This included the learning the ins and outs of business and the responsibility of staff and customers. It has sometimes been very tough, but I think that is like anything in life - you take the good with the bad.”

Mat says they plaster a lot of architectural homes with unique qualities, “from butter fly ceilings to one that had what I can only describe as an upside down ceiling. Many have a lot of lines that need to marry up and lots of external angles.”

Mat and his friendly team have a lot of knowledge between them and don’t limit themselves to just one area of plastering.

“Being smaller we are a bit more personal and have long term clients that we work closely with. We have been round for a while so this adds stability and confidence in old and new clients.”

They started off doing small jobs then moved onto getting more residential housing and builders on board. They’ve worked with some of their developers for more than 10 years.

Next for The Plastering Firm is a new partnership with a gib fixing company, meaning they can now offer both “fix and stop,” he says.

“We can also offer fix stop paint pricing if needed. We just keep on doing what we do to a high standard.” CT The Plastering Firm 020 422 2219 info@theplasteringfirm.co.nz www.theplasteringfirm.co.nz

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Property & Construction | Clarksons

Around the clock electrical services

Christchurch branch of Clarksons

Since starting in 1997 the family-owned company Clarksons has grown into a leader in the electrical industry, offering 24-hour support from registered electricians and fuel technicians throughout New Zealand.

Already catering for electrical and property maintenance, last year they pushed into the fuels market, providing Gilbarco Veeder-Root products to New Zealand forecourts.

They also provide a full range of support services for the range.

Five years ago they partnered up with Airtec Corporation Pty Ltd to provide a range of air inflation products for New Zealand forecourts.

Canterbury’s brilliant builds The 2018 Canterbury Architecture Awards have again showcased a range of stunning designs.

Run by the New Zealand Institute of Architects (NZIA), the awards set a benchmark for the country’s buildings and recognises the contribution of architects to their towns and communities.

Canterbury architects have a well-established reputation for designing high-quality and inventive housing, and the tradition continued this year, with nine awards for residential projects. Here’s a taste of some of the winning projects.

Black Rock House This Sheppard and Rout Architects’ designed home has a “bunker-like appearance evocative of the old gun emplacements located around the harbour,” the jury said. “On entering however, the feel of the house is completely different. It has expansive views of the harbour and a sense of lightness and airiness.” Photo

by Jason Mann.

Ellis House This earthquake rebuild in Fendalton is another award-winning Sheppard and Rout creation.

“A light, airy, contemporary form replaces a Georgian-style brick home, while meeting the mandatory requirement to maintain a similar

size and footprint,” the jury said. Photo by Jamie Armstrong.

Endberg House Enberg House, designed by Mitchell Stout Dodd Architects, is described as “simple yet sophisticated”. The house, one of the final works by David Mitchell who passed away in April this year, is “an expression of a higher level of architectural achievement,” the jury said. Photo by Lucas K Doolan.

Rhodes House Christchurch practice PRau received two awards. One was for Rhodes House, a project described by the architect as a “Cabinet of curiosities”. “The devil may be in the details, but in this case the detailing has enabled the basics to work,” the jury said.

Photo by Hazel Redmond.

Mt Pleasant House Borrmeister Architects’ Mt Pleasant House was described as “A confident rebuild that squeezes the potential from a tricky hillside corner site. It is a confident rebuild that squeezes the potential from a tricky hillside corner site.”

Photo by Dennis Radermacher. CT

“We offer an extensive range of digital tyre inflators designed to meet any application for service stations, tyre retailers, transport yards and vehicle depots,” says managing director David Clarkson.

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We undertake qualitycritical turn-key electrical contracts from preliminary discussions with engineers, architects and suppliers through design, drawing and permits, and finally to electrical installation and commissioning.

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Their experienced team of 135 managers, supervisors, electricians, fuel technicians, property maintenance technicians and administrators keep things running smoothly for clients and are guided by strong family principals.

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Their constant availability means if there is an emergency or breakdown any time of the day or night, they can be there on site to minimise any business interruption or downtime, says David.

Clarksons have “successfully completed on time and within budget large-scale electrical projects ranging up to $10 million in value, utilising their own electrical staff and contractors,” in the commercial, industrial, and hazardous areas.

Terry Clarkson founded Clarkson Electrical after beginning his electrical career in 1962. He says one of the main reasons he formed the company was his passion for customers and the ethos of running a family business that genuinely cares about its people and customers.

“These values are still core to the business today.”

These days Terry offers the technical expertise in the business. He has an open door policy for staff and customers of Clarksons. He has expertise in a wide range of applications from domestic, to industrial and commercial.

“We undertake quality-critical turn-key electrical contracts from preliminary discussions with engineers, architects and suppliers through design, drawing and permits, and finally to electrical installation and commissioning.”

Safety is the number one priority for Clarkson Electrical and they have an extensive health and safety policy. “It all comes down to three words: nobody gets hurt.

“We comply with the International recognised Loss Prevention System (LPS). We have arguably the best safety awareness and record of any electrical company in New Zealand,” says David.

Clarksons produces a quarterly safety newsletter to update and inform staff and contractors of safety alerts, new standards and legislation and safety practices.

At Clarksons all staff and contractors are constantly updated on safe working practices, which keeps the safety of their customers and staff their top priority. CT Clarksons Christchurch Office 304B Cashel Street Central Christchurch (03) 366 9440 0800 363 080 denise.p@clarksons.co.nz www.clarksons.co.nz

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Property & Construction | John Garlick Builders

Injecting new life into old buildings Giving new life to old character homes is not just a job to the team at John Garlick Builders Ltd, it is a passion.

John Garlick Builders is a multi-talented building company that undertakes a wide variety of mainly residential projects, from complete new architectural homes to renovations and additions.

The business is owned by John Garlick and Kade Atkinson, who have a wealth of building experience between them.

While prior to the 2011 earthquakes John Garlick Builders was focused on building architectural homes on the Port Hills, in recent years the company has completed a wider range of work.

A significant project undertaken last year was the restoration of a home in Oxford Street, Lyttelton.

“It was a large scale renovation and was pretty extensive,” Kade says.

John Garlick Builders is now starting to move back into its traditional architectural hill work and has recently completed various new homes on the hill, including homes in Cass Bay, Cashmere and Mt Pleasant.

John Garlick Builders can create the home of your dreams.

The company manages its building projects with comprehensive project management.

John and Kade work hard to ensure a clear path for every project, discussing section suitability, assisting with planning, and can refer clients to a selection of architects who specialise in a variety of fields.

Cantabrians who choose to build or renovate with John Garlick Builders receive many benefits, including a total commitment to quality and service.

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John is a Registered Master Builder and is a third-generation builder from a family of master craftsman carpenters.

His family’s expectation for quality has followed through into the business he now co-owns with Kade.

“It’s all about the finer points like liaising with the clients directly,” Kade says.

“I have worked for John my entire building career and I’m now taking over the company,

as John is semi retiring. Clients call or come in and see me directly and we gain a lot of work through repeat clients and word of mouth.”

A great working team Young apprentices learn from the best at John Garlick Builders and qualify in their own right as licenced building practitioners before heading off on their various overseas experiences, often returning to continue as part of the John Garlick Builders team.

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Property & Construction | Clearwater Spouting

Modern spouting solutions

John Garlick Builders undertakes comprehensive renovations, as well as new builds.

There’s no secret to Clearwater Spouting’s success - it’s just great guys using great products.

Spouting adds cosmetic value to a home as well as being practical in nature. Many people don’t realise just how much spouting can smarten a home, whether it’s in a different colour, material, to tie the exterior together or make it stand out.

With its focus definitely on the top tier of products and practices, Clearwater Spouting’s evident point of difference is its commitment to high quality spouting.

John Garlick Builders’ services include:

• Build planning consultation • Site visit and consultation • Comprehensive new-build quote • Full-build project management • Residential builds • Hill homes • Architectural homes • Home extensions and renovations.

“We use the same subcontractors and subtrades on all projects and we have been working with them for years,” says Kade.

“We have been in Christchurch for over 35 years. We are well established and well known locally.” CT John Garlick Builders Limited 21E Aldwins Road Phillipstown Christchurch (03) 381 1499 office@johngarlick.co.nz www.johngarlickbuildersltd.co.nz — Advertising Feature

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The team at John Garlick Builders is committed to quality.

This can be seen at every level: They use only the highest quality components, for example powder-coated aluminum brackets, whereas almost all providers don’t go to this length.

They use Colorsteel Maxx, rated for environments close to the sea. Choosing to use this across all projects provides an extra layer of protection for the client as it’s great for canopy environments whether in town, by the sea or mountains.

As well using the best products and material, owner Chris Cleary, previously a plumber by trade, believes his team is the best you can get – and he might be right, they are the only continuous spouting company approved by Colorsteel in Canterbury.

Continuous spouting looks to be the future of spouting. Whereas the traditional method is to bring standard lengths of gutter to the site and cut joins where required, with continuous spouting, buildings are measured and custom spouting is manufactured onsite to the specific size of the house, and installed that same day.

“My guys are very personal and they get great reviews from clients. At the end of the day I’m very, very confident in my team.

“We’ve been doing this since 2003 and you learn a lot of stuff along the way and we’re pretty streamlined now. We’ve got it to a point where we feel the components and the materials are of the highest quality they can be and the process is efficient.”

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My guys are very personal and they get great reviews from clients. At the end of the day I’m very, very confident in my team.

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All Clearwater Spouting’s work is guaranteed by a 10-year workmanship warranty, plus Colorsteel has its own warranty, dependent upon the environment. CT Clearwater Spouting Ltd 17 Kaikanui Street Kaiapoi 0800 724 662 chris@clearwaterspouting.co.nz www.clearwaterspouting.co.nz

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“We eliminate all the sectional joins which means cleaner lines, a nicer look, and less areas to potentially leak in future,” Chris says.

Chris is active in his management role and ensures quotes and bookings happen as soon as necessary and is proud of being able to offer capabilities for big jobs on a personal level.

If it’s a bigger house, more team members are rostered on to ensure the job happens within the same day yet its standard is not compromised.

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Property & Construction | KC Fence Systems

Fencing firm commits to central city KC Fence Systems decision to remain situated in and committed to the central city throughout the rebuild, let alone onsite at their Tuam Street location, was not one they have taken lightly.

CERA ordered their offices for demolition, thus began seven long years’ operating from a Portacom placed in front of their factory.

Whilst this was all a shock, a bigger shock was to come. Sadly, in 2016, founder and mentor Ken Copplestone passed away suddenly. The reins of the company have been ably taken over by Paul Fitzsimmons, a shareholder and previously contracts manager, together with Ken’s widow Jill Copplestone, who continues to run the administration side of things.

It is a testament to Ken’s leadership that all staff have stuck by the business throughout the transition.

The vision Ken shared for a dedicated premises secured by an automatic sliding gate the company specialises in can finally be revealed in all its glory.

It’s fitting that it’s from here the company continues Ken’s legacy of providing quality fencing solutions to Christchurch-based clients, and supply of materials to other fencing contractors around the South Island.

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For more than 30 years KC Fence Systems has built its reputation on the reliability of Kiwi resourcefulness and they have no intention of changing that any time soon.-

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Property & Construction | Extra Build

Paying attention to every detail

Local ownership, locally sourced materials

whereas nowadays they have machines to do the job.

For more than 30 years KC Fence Systems has built its reputation on the reliability of Kiwi resourcefulness and they have no intention of changing that any time soon.

There have been other advancements, too, for example streamlining through standardisation.

“Many of our products are based on variations of our standard designs.”

Why local? There are two main reasons and the first is quality.

Even with the changes, the most important factors in fence systems have remained the same: durability, ease of operation, cost and security; and KC Fence Systems remains committed to its mantel as leaders in Christchurch’s industrial sector for security and safety fencing. CT

“We like to support local business so that’s part of it but also for the quality and service in terms of being able to source materials,” Paul says.

Despite being inundated with offers from China for importing containers of chainlink, they know the wire that’s sourced locally is tested to NZ and Australian wire standards.

“Our staff are diligent in terms of what to expect for quality and won’t use products that are faulty. If there’s any quality issues they bring it to our attention straight away.”

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The second reason is the flexibility in design that locally sourced and manufactured capabilities offer.

KC’s factory can manufacture sliding gates, hinged gates and a number of other products, such as small cages and enclosures, to any size required, (within reason).

An example of just how unique in scale and complexity is a 17-metre single sliding gate, and having their own secure private-access makes transportation and storage all the easier.

Furthermore, all of KC’s chainlink is manufactured by Christchurch-based suppliers who can alter their machines easily, to make small batches in varying dimensions as required.

This commitment to flexibility and leadership in their field has seen their involvement in many notable projects for many regular clients.

The kilometres of perimeter fencing Ken installed for the CHCH airport 25 years ago is still standing today. The post holes were dug by hand back then, with a crowbar and shovel,

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Extra Build has built houses of all styles, from substantial architectural homes and multistorey apartments, to modest, affordable homes, but it is homes for the average Kiwi family that brings them the most satisfaction.

Extra Build Services:

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New builds Small commercial builds Renovations and extensions Foundations Full scaffolding Bathrooms Garages Farm sheds Farm buildings Decks.

Director Scott Cole says because the company can do everything from foundations through to final completion, the team really enjoy working on homes where they can do it all, and where Scott is a trained and qualified builder, heads they work with the client who will be living in a team or qualified tradies, and still takes a the home. hands-on approach to every build.

The team of qualified tradespeople includes a “I’m not sitting back. I’m on site every day and scaffolding division, and the guys who do the I oversee every build.” foundation works.

He says customers appreciate knowing that Scott says having these skills in-house not the person they deal with is the one building only keeps costs down, but also makes the their home, and he ensures that there is always build more efficient. clear communication between Extra Build and Extra Build builds homes and does renovations the client. and extensions primarily in the Selwyn District, “We have processes in place to make sure that but has also built in Pegasus, Akaroa, Oxford, there are no glitches in the build and the lines Rangiora, and Ashburton. of communication are always open.”

While it focuses on building homes, it also works on commercial builds, along with renovations and extensions on homes of all sizes and styles.

The team have worked on a wide variety of sections, including TC1, TC2 and TC3 land, and have the skills to work on the difficult to access and complex sites.

They can arrange for the design of the home, using architects they have worked with for many years, or can work off the client’s plans.

He says the team at Extra Build are very proud of the homes they have built for Kiwi families.

In the past they have done little advertising, relying on word-of-mouth referrals and letting their good quality, well-built homes speak for themselves. CT Extra Build Ltd 027 227 3377​ extrabuild@outlook.com www.extrabuild.co.nz

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Property & Construction | Superhome Movement

The affordable superhome The Superhome Movement is a not-forprofit building industry group of professionals whose passion is to raise the standards of new homes. It includes, builders, developers, designers and architects, and product suppliers.

Almost all houses built today are built to the minimum standard allowed by law (equivalent to a Homestar rating of 3).

This is well below what is acceptable by other developed countries where minimum standards are around Homestar rating of 6 or above.

The result is that most kiwis will end up living in cold damp houses that are not only unhealthy but are also costly to run due to inefficient design, building, and poor quality building materials.

Our sub optimal building standards are contributing to unhealthy living environments, and some very sobering health statistics. Respiratory diseases are directly linked to cold, damp, and mouldy homes.

Within your means Co-founder of the Superhome Movement, Christchurch architect Bob Burnett says, “It’s a myth that a superhome is too expensive. More and more people are realising that a superhome is affordable.

“Superhomes are built to a higher energyefficiency standard than what the NZ Building Code requires. That means the power bills are much lower than standard new homes, and they have higher levels of insulation and ventilation meaning they are healthier too.

“And it only costs an additional $5,000 to $6,000 for an average-sized new home to be built to the standard of a Superhome.

“With smart design that extra cost can easily be met by reducing the floor area of a new home by a small amount – three to five square metres,” Bob says.

Building Code outdated Bob says New Zealand’s Building Code sets a low standard for home building and is 20 years behind other developed countries.

“It is the minimum standard that a new home must meet, not a target to aspire to,” he says “We don’t heat or ventilate our homes enough. The insulation we put in new homes is about one third of what other OECD countries do. This results in unhealthy homes that are not fit for purpose and fall well below WHO recommendations for healthy living environments.

have asthma. An appalling statistic and research has shown our cold, damp houses are to blame.”

Why this is important In terms of building standards New Zealand is around 20 years behind other developed counties in the OECD.

NZ has the highest childhood asthma rate in the world with 30 percent of our seven year olds having asthma. Additionally, we have the highest mortality rate from asthma of all high-income countries. As a nation, our healthcare costs for respiratory diseases alone exceed $5 billion annually.

We simply cannot keep risking our health due to poor housing.

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Healthy homes are affordable and should be mandated at a government level. The price for a healthy, energy efficient home is only around two percent more than a standard build, but an energy efficient home will yield 10 times as much as a standard home over the life of the building. It’s a small investment for a very long term impact.

It’s more economically, socially, and environmentally sustainable to build more energy efficient homes now.

Most Superhomes are energy positive to run - they provide more energy than they use, over time.

They also have far less waste when built with sustainable building products and methods.

The building sector accounts for 50 percent of the world’s processed raw materials, 40 percent of energy demand, and a third of all

greenhouse gas emissions. The impact from the houses we are building now will affect generations to come.

Educating industry, and the public is essential to create change. The Superhome Movement is dedicated to driving this change. Join us to be part of this movement toward creating better homes for all of New Zealand.

The Superhome Movement is raising the standard for healthier homes. Want to get involved or find out more? Go to www.superhome.co.nz CT Superhome Movement Deborah Croft 027 698 6955 deborah@superhome.co.nz www.superhome.co.nz

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Property & Construction | Vikingbuilt

The skylight specialists Installing a skylight or sun tunnel has the benefit of increasing the natural light in a home and of reducing energy consumption and costs.

It is crucial however that those skylights or sun tunnels are installed correctly and that proven products are used.

“We use exclusively Velux brand products,” says Per Jacobsen of Vikingbuilt Ltd, experienced and certified installers of skylights, roof windows and sun tunnels.

“We need to consider such things as size, placement and roof pitch. Because we often work on top of roofs, health and safety and the use of harnesses are also major considerations.”

“Velux is a proven brand which has been in the game of manufacturing skylights for high and low pitch roofs for over 70 years.

Per says that having the correct flashings installed around skylights is fundamental to ensuring they do not leak.

“When I cut a hole in someone’s roof and I do “G A Harris make a specific type of flashing for that around 300 times a year, I want to have all our low pitch roof skylights. Once again we trust that the skylight I put into that hole will not have trust that this system will deliver.” leak and cause issues for the homeowner.”

Skylights are popular for bathrooms, kitchens Per has been installing skylights for over and even living rooms. “Sun tunnels though 20 years beginning in his home country of that bring natural light into even the darkest Denmark. After he immigrated to New Zealand spaces through a specially designed tunnel in 2009 he set up Vikingbuilt Ltd, a company that passes from roof to ceiling, are really with a name that recalls his heritage. suited to hallways.”

“We install skylights into new houses, as Vikingbuilt offer homeowners peace of mind well as retrofitting them into houses that are with a 10 year warranty on their workmanship, undergoing renovation or that owners want to while all the Velux products they use also have open up to more natural light. We also carry a 10 year warranty. CT out repairs and install replacement skylights where they have been incorrectly installed and are leaking.”

Vikingbuilt Ltd Per explains that installing a skylight definitely involves a great deal more than simply cutting a hole in a roof and then popping in a skylight.

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Property & Construction | Simon Campbell Construction

The renovation specialists Christchurch builder Simon Harrison loves doing home renovations because of the relationships he can develop with the homeowners and their families.

Your project is important to me and my team.

We treat each and every project with the respect it requires in order to achieve a clean, professional outcome.

Simon’s business, Simon Campbell Construction Ltd, undertakes both renovations and new home building throughout the greater Christchurch region.

“When you do a new build you don’t really get that time with the family. We build houses in development areas, but sometimes you don’t meet the client at all and there isn’t as much job satisfaction, which is a huge driving force for me.

“With a renovation, if they are living in the house you get to become part of their life.

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- Owner Simon Harrison

While Simon and his team undertake every type of residential building project with enthusiasm, he admits to having a soft spot for renovations.

“I prefer renovations over new builds because you get to become part of the family,” he says.

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“We had up to 10 guys when we were doing the large Mt Pleasant renovation and we have the ability to adapt in size if there’s demand.”

Simon Campbell Construction created this beautiful kitchen with a new scullery in a house in Opawa. The business is also renovating the main bathroom and adding a second.

That’s the most important thing to me, it’s way more personal and that’s what I enjoy.”

curved indoor swimming pool and added a new garage.

Simon Campbell Construction has recently completed a two-year renovation on a 1980s mansion in Mt Pleasant. The job involved stripping the large house back and recladding it, adding a new roof, new kitchen and four ensuite bathrooms. They also built a new

In addition to new homes and renovations, Simon Campbell Construction has undertaken bar fitouts, barn conversions, light commercial work as well as bespoke furniture to suit clients’ needs.

“We employ a crew of four or five which is a great number for me, as I like to be on the tools to ensure I have control over quality,” Simon says.

Clients deal directly with Simon, who can help them achieve their dream, regardless of their vision or budget.

“Your project is important to me and my team.

We treat each and every project with the respect it requires in order to achieve a clean, professional outcome.” CT Simon Campbell Construction Limited 3/218 Springfield Road Christchurch 021 731 234 simon@scconstruction.co.nz www.scconstruction.co.nz

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Property & Construction | DNG Construction

Bringing any job down to size Building in an urban environment can be complex, but with years of experience and knowledge in the industry, DNG Construction will help you navigate the complexities of your project.

Established in July 2015, DNG Construction in Christchurch is a full-service construction company specialising in commercial multi-unit developments and hospitality fit-out projects.

Mostly operating in Canterbury, the company have also completed projects across the South Island and as far as Dunedin.

DNG keeps the business on solid footing amidst heavy competition by continually building relationships and delivering the best outcome for their clients; the team are passionate about helping them achieve their goals.

A family-run business, DNG devote extra attention to project management: good planning and communication from start to finish is key to ensuring the project is delivered smoothly, safely, on time and on specification.

All projects are overseen by the directors and owners of the company, which means that every client gets the service and attention they deserve.

The business celebrates its successes and have an impressive portfolio showcasing all their hard work.

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The team is particularly proud of the work completed on Francesca’s Italian Kitchen on Gloucester Street – one of the first restaurant fit-out jobs the company completed two years ago.

“We completed the total interior fit-out including toilets, kitchen, flooring, bar, pizza oven, furniture and even the hanging jam jar lights. A lot of the design was changed and adapted throughout the project, but we were able to accommodate all changes with ease,” director Dean Inglis says.

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DNG also played a key role in the fit-out of Miro Restaurant on 176 Oxford Tce, tasked with fitting out the kitchen and bar to create a functional and classy, high-end venue.

The scope included project management of the fit-out, all services, joinery, custommade stone bench tops and handmade timber dining tables.

With some exceptional work under their belt, the company is now in the process of completing a motel on Main North Road, as well as a hotel/motel complex on the corner

of Madras and Salisbury Street that functions as a conference venue with a restaurant/bar.

Want to discuss your project? Get in touch with DNG Construction today to ensure peace of mind if you’re looking to build with distinction. CT DNG Construction Ltd PO Box 12089 Beckenham Christchurch (03) 741 1490 admin@dngc.co.nz www.dngc.co.nz

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Property & Construction | New Zealand Master Painters Association

Strokes of genius scoop major awards From the final finishing touches on a home, like textured wallpaper or decorative specialty painting, right through to reworking the exterior of a property, it takes a level of skill and attention to detail to deliver excellent painting and decorating work.

It’s a trade that is rightly regarded as “exceptional” by the New Zealand Master Painters Association.

Its loyalty to the sector has carried across more than 100 years - 125 years in the Canterbury region - and its recognition and celebration of the esteemed talent that populates the industry culminates annually in its Master Painter of the Year Awards.

In and around this award programme, the association champions and regulates best practice in the industry, a commitment that pays enormous dividends for businesses and consumers alike.

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Property & Construction | New Zealand Master Painters Association Gold Winners

New Zealand Master Painters Association Award Winners 2018

• Dave Rees Painter, Blenheim • Colorbox, Nelson • McKenzie Painting Contractors, Nelson • Total Decorating Nelson Ltd, Nelson

Highly Commended Winners

• Chamlang Ltd, Canterbury

• McKenzie Painting Contractors, Nelson

• Hawke Paint, Canterbury

• Procolour Painting Ltd, Nelson

• G K Fyfe & Assoc Ltd, Canterbury

• Total Decorating Nelson Ltd, Nelson

• I Shephard Contracting Ltd, Canterbury

• G K Fyfe & Assoc Ltd, Canterbury

• Mitchell Decorators, Canterbury

• Hawke Paint, Canterbury

• Selwyn Decorators Ltd, Canterbury

• Mitchell Decorators, Canterbury

• Switched On Building Solutions,

• Selwyn Decorators Ltd, Canterbury

Canterbury

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• Grant Jenkins Contracting, Timaru

• Ranger Specialist Coatings, Timaru

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Canterbury

Cam Fyfe and Kristen de Lijer-Rhodes, G K Fyfe & Assoc Ltd.

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• Jeff Allan Paint & Paper, Timaru

There is no substitute for quality painting and decorating. It is very much an area where you get what you pay for if the price seems too cheap, it is.

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Property & Construction | New Zealand Master Painters Association The cornerstone of success by anyone’s measure is always quality and with good reason - the association and its members are dedicated to ensuring their work is of the best quality.

This excellence is evidently a defining feature of the association’s membership base, and its constituents, as 95 percent of the complaints processed by the team are non-members.

“There is no substitute for quality painting and decorating,” New Zealand Master Painters Association CEO Brian Miller says. “It is very much an area where you get what you pay for - if the price seems too cheap, it is.”

“The average inspection - a charged service we offer - takes four to five hours and we only spend five percent of our inspection time on our members.

“There isn’t a project in the awards seen this year that we wouldn’t have our members do for ourselves - our members are high quality contractors and the entrants have an extremely pleasing relationship with their clients. Likewise, their clients want them to win awards, they hold their contractors in “We have stayed relevant in Canterbury for 125 high regards.” years which is a testimony in its own right.

Extolling the many virtues - too many too It is this unvarnished and informed advice that members, the wider industry and consumers have come to love and depend on with the association, which truly understands and meaningfully practices the oft-spoken, everelusive principle of accountability.

“Our model has changed hugely. We are still very much for our members but today also manage our national awards and look after consumers and resolve issues they may be having.”

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What many don’t know, is that they are often one of the last trades in, and if the builder before them has been delayed, they are still expected to deliver on their own deadline, even if the work has to be done in a third of the timeframe it would normally take and the quality still needs to be excellent.

- CEO Brian Miller

Property & Construction | Action Scaffolding

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The family run company, Action Scaffolding, pride themselves on dealing with issues as soon as they arise, because as a builde run business, they know how to keep things running smoothly for clients.

Owner and manager Mark Backhouse has been a builder all his life. When the service he was getting from existing scaffolding companies wasn’t up to scratch, in 2004 he and his wife Kay decided to invest in their own scaffolding.

From there, Action Scaffolding evolved.

“Our members have so much pride in their work and it reminds us every year what a fantastic job they are doing, often under great pressure and duress.

“What many don’t know, is that they are often one of the last trades in, and if the builder before them has been delayed, they are still expected to deliver on their own deadline, even if the work has to be done in a third of the timeframe it would normally take and the quality still needs to be excellent.”

Of the Canterbury/Nelson and Timaru regions, Brian - an awards judge for the last decade - says the showcase of winners was very impressive.

at an exceptional standard ranging through to othetr residential rework.

“Timaru was a mix of commercial and residential again with our Master Painter of the Year Grant Jenkins demonstrating real creativity.”

Judging by the other entry winners, New Zealand has a very healthy dose of it.

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“We thought we’d start our own and initially just do our own work really, but having all my mates as builders they all got on board and it just snowballed.”

With all his building experience, Mark stood out as he was building scaffolding for the client, not the scaffolder. These days they’ve still got many of the clients they started out with.

Action Scaffolding is based in the Canterbury area, servicing housing companies, painters, plasterers, and roofers. They also help home owners who are painting their houses.

How does their process work? People call the office, then Mark goes out and does a written quote, then the client engages Action Scaffolding to do the work.

No job is too small or large, and there’s no typical job, with each project being different.

Jobs range from costing in the low hundreds for a home owner, to a multi-million dollar house “up on the hill,” says Mark, which has $30,000 worth of scaffold.

“I’ve got a big one I’m doing… and it’s been up a year so far, and it gets changed. You might change it 10 or 15 times during the life of the scaffold that’s on the site. They’re ongoing those jobs. Usually we’re there once or twice a month to do something.”

Mark knows what it’s like to need help, and he won’t ever leave his clients waiting.

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“If there is a problem for anyone it’s dealt with that day - as long as it’s not too late in the day. We work from 7:00am until 3.30pm so it would be dealt with first thing in the morning.

It wouldn’t be left for weeks and weeks until people became annoyed with it.”

Mark says he has a good team, which at around 20 people, is as big as he’d like it to get. He says his team are Christchurch born and bred.

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Property & Construction | Soil & Rock Consultants

Understanding what lies beneath Soil & Rock Consultants geotechnical and environmental engineers bring specialised skills to working in Christchurch’s distinctive geological conditions.

Soil & Rock Consultants’ services include:

• Geotechnical investigations and design • Engineering geology • Slope stability assessment and design of slip remedial measures

• Soil contamination assessment • Stormwater and wastewater analysis • Hydrogeology • Forensic geotechnical investigations • Peer reviews • Liquefaction analysis • Construction monitoring and inspections • Monitoring of earthworks and preparation

Principal engineering geologist, Andrew Irvine says Christchurch’s unique geology, with its alluvial silts, sand and gravels, which go down tens and sometimes hundreds of metres, presents specific challenges which require specific skills.

of earthworks completion reports.

He says it is those specialised skills, and the team’s local knowledge, that sets Soil & Rock Consultants apart from many other engineering consultancies.

large commercial projects to subdivision developments, to specialised assessments and designs.

“At Soil & Rock we pride ourselves on the fact we are all ground engineers. We’re viewed as a small consultancy firm, with a staff complement of about 55, but in terms of the geotechnical and geo-environmental profession, we’re right up there.

The consultancy provides a wide range of ground geotechnical and environmental services and is involved in public works, commercial projects, land development and residential projects.

Soil & Rock has been providing ground work solutions in Christchurch since February 2012, responding to the unique circumstances of the Christchurch earthquakes.

“You could describe us as a boutique consultancy, specialising in ground engineering.”

These specialised skills have been used extensively by insurance companies since the Canterbury earthquakes.

Soil & Rock’s engineers have worked closely with insurance companies performing ground assessments on TC1, TC2, and TC3 land. Their skills have also been used by councils to ensure design guidelines and recommendations are adhered to during construction.

The Christchurch team has also been involved in contaminated land assessments, risk assessment and development of practical remediation solutions.

Soil & Rock’s engineers develop longterm management strategies of soils and groundwater that has been impacted by human activities.

This work is carried out by experienced environmental engineers with extensive knowledge on mitigating hazards and underlying soil conditions.

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throughout New Zealand, with a head office in Auckland.

Andrew says the teams in each area have their own specialised local skills, but this knowledge is shared throughout the company, increasing the strengths of the wider team.

The company has been operating since 1987 and has been involved in a large number of projects throughout New Zealand, from

Andrew says their specialised skills have played a vital part in the reconstruction of Christchurch for the residential, commercial and public sectors, and the team is proud of the contribution they have made to the rebuild of the city. CT Soil & Rock Consultants Unit 11 114 Sawyers Arms Road Christchurch (03) 352 4519 adminchch@soilandrock.co.nz www.soilandrock.co.nz

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Property & Construction | Town planning

Christchurch CBD rejuvenation requires collaboration Responding to the Christchurch City Council’s proposal to launch a new programme called Project 8011 to unlock residential development in the Christchurch CBD, the Property Council New Zealand’s South Island branch president, Roger Davidson, says the city’s CBD rejuvenation requires joint effort.

“We support the Council’s intention to accelerate residential growth in the central city.

We’re glad they’re looking to launch a specific programme to tackle the lack of development in the CBD since the earthquakes, because a “We look forward to continuing to engage focussed approach is necessary to get things with Council on this issue. Councils and the moving,” Roger says. property industry need to work together to He says the Property Council has been make this a reality.” concerned about the lack of residential development in the Christchurch CBD for Christchurch rejuvenation continues some time.

A thriving hospitality scene, brand new retail The Property Council’s South Island Branch Executive commissioned an independent piece of research to review the future of the Christchurch Central residential property market, in order to find out which factors have been stopping residential development since the earthquakes, and to what can be done to get things moving again.

“Our research suggests some key areas need to be addressed before we will see successful residential development in the central city.

“We hope the council are committed to the things that will really make the CBD an attractive place to live.

precincts and booming hotel sector are proving a hit with visitors to Christchurch.

ChristchurchNZ chief executive Joanna Norris says the region is enjoying the spotlight.

“It’s great to see visitors and travel trade increasingly including Christchurch in their itineraries, staying for longer and experiencing the wider region.”

The city’s hotel sector is booming with two new hotels – Crowne Plaza Christchurch and Distinction Christchurch Hotel – opening their doors in the past 12 months, adding 384 new rooms to the city’s accommodation portfolio.

Other highlights include:

• Christchurch’s brand new $140 million

hospitality complex, The Terrace, is now open with vibrant new bars and restaurants while the city’s biggest retail development, The Crossing, is also open for business

And with recent confirmation from central government that Christchurch is to receive a Multi-Purpose Arena and Metro Sports Facility, “our city is also set to regain its status as the events capital of the South Island,” she says.

• State Highway 1 to Kaikoura has re-opened

March figures show Christchurch received $305 million in tourism spend – the nation’s second-highest share behind Auckland and 11 percent of national spend.

• The region’s Alpine Pacific Touring Route

ChristchurchNZ was established in July 2017 to bring together Christchurch & Canterbury Tourism (CCT) the city’s Convention Bureau, Canterbury Economic Development Corporation (CDC), International Education and the Christchurch City Council’s Major Events team. CT

24/7 allowing visitors to enjoy some of the best whale and dolphin watching experiences in New Zealand

has a new website encouraging visitors to explore the wider North Canterbury region.

Joanna says there’s plenty more to look forward to as well, with an amazing new central library on the way, a Hoyts cinema complex opening in the CBD, Christchurch Convention Centre construction under way and an impressive central-city farmers market complex in the pipeline.

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Property & Construction | Sustainable building

New Zealand’s first 9 Star rated home A Christchurch family home has become the first house in New Zealand to receive a 9 Homestar rating from the NZ Green Building Council (NZGBC).

The new home, at 15 Dove Grove, Westmorland Heights – which produces virtually no power bills – has been awarded the rating after being assessed on its health, warmth and energy efficiency.

It’s been designed and built to prove that highly sustainable homes are achievable for Kiwi families.

The Evolution home features include:

• A vapour check layer that keeps the walls dry and house airtight, creating a thermal envelope encasing the entire home.

• Increased wall and ceiling insulation offers up to 60% more energy efficiency and warmth, as well as better sound insulation.

• Fully-insulated MaxRaft concrete subfloor.

• Thermally-broken joinery reduces

the conductivity of cold or heat to the inside of the house, while Argon-filled windows reduces the loss of heat through the windows.

• Solar panels with battery back-up.

Homestar is the NZGBC’s independent national rating tool that measures NZ houses and apartments on a scale of 6-10. A 6 Homestar rating or higher provides the assurance that a house will be warmer, drier, healthier and cost less to run than a typical new house built to building code, while a 10 Homestar rating is regarded as a worldleading house.

• A 10,000 litre water tank collecting rain

There are only four houses and one apartment block in NZ with a 10 Homestar rating and the Dove Grove property is the first in NZ to receive a 9 Homestar rating.

• Econx automation and security system.

The Westmorland Heights home was built by Evolution, the energy-efficient homes division

water that is pumped back to toilets, washing machine, tub and outside taps.

• Bath is made from 30 percent

recycled materials and holds heat 30 percent longer.

• Eco-label carpet, composite decking made from reclaimed wood fibres.

• Native hedge, vegetable garden, fruit trees.

• Paints containing low volatile organic compounds were used.

of Rilean Construction. Rilean Construction Canterbury director, Trevor Meikle, who built the house, says the home was designed to be lived in.

“It was designed to achieve maximum comfort and health within a reasonable budget, using Homestar criteria as a guide. We were not targeting a specific rating during the design and build process, so we are thrilled to realise we have succeeded so well,” Trevor says.

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“This shows that incorporating energy-efficient and sustainable features into a family home is entering the mainstream market and no longer a niche activity. Evolution is dedicated to dispelling the myth that building a sustainable home is too expensive.”

The cost to build the property was approximately $2,700 per square metre, which includes a 30sqm deck made from composite materials that is almost fully-enclosed. CT

Property & Construction | Good practice

Making building rules easier to access and understand A government initiative is making it easier for people to understand and apply best practice when designing and constructing buildings.

The launch of a new building system search engine, along with sponsoring five commonly used building standards and a handbook, is designed to see improved compliance with the Building Code, and even more importantly, safer homes and buildings. “The online search engine, Building CodeHub helps people locate the latest building rules and guidance information for designing and constructing buildings,� says the Minister for Building and Construction, Jenny Salesa. “It’s the definitive source of up-to-date rules and guidance from a range of sources.�

New Zealand’s building regulator the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), has sponsored some of the most commonly-used standards, making them freely available to all users,� she says. “We anticipate that providing free access to these standards, will make it easier for consumers to understand the building code requirements and apply best practice methods when undertaking home building projects.�

The sponsored standards and handbook, which can be accessed from the Standards New Zealand website, are:

• Design for access and mobility: Buildings

and associated facilities (NZS 4121:2001) provides solutions for making buildings and facilities accessible to and usable by people with disabilities

• Housing, alterations and small buildings

contract (NZS 3902:2004) - a plain English standard building contract

• Thermal insulation - housing and small

• Handbook on Timber-framed buildings

(selected extracts from NZS 3604:2011) - figures and tables to help design and construct timber-framed buildings up to three storeys high.

“MBIE will continue to make the building system more accessible with further enhancements to Building CodeHub and considering ways to improve access to more design and construction building standards,�

Jenny says.

environmental problems, such as air and water pollution.

Andrew Eagles, chief executive of New Zealand Green Building Council (NZGBC), says instead of filling up and creating more landfills, there’s an opportunity to educate and support the industry on waste. “There’s also a chance to learn how to make money from waste, thus making more money for industry and in turn saving the tax payer money.�

“This is a really important issue right now for the quality of our life and also for reducing costs for future tax payers, as additional rubbish tip can cost more than 40 million dollars,� Andrew says. “Other countries have shown it is possible to hugely reduce waste to landfill. “How about we spend money helping the sector improve and save money rather than wasting it on more rubbish tips. I have not heard many voters request more tips in their area.� CT

Reducing construction waste could save millions The New Zealand Green Building Council (NZGBC) says reducing industrial construction waste is good for both tax payers and good for business.

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Property & Construction | DJ Morrison

Finishing touches perfect for any home Beautiful, high-quality furniture and joinery never goes out of style.

DJ Morrison Limited in Christchurch can repair and restore your cherished furniture items, as well as build custom furniture and joinery or double glaze your character windows.

The company, which was formed by owner Dave Morrison 40 years ago, is Canterbury’s most-established furniture restoration company.

DJ Morrison owner Dave Morrison.

DJ Morrison specialises in creating bespoke premium-quality furniture to suit your individual requirements. The company can build just about anything, including tables, cabinets, chairs, beds and wardrobes.

Dave and his team restore, strip or polish wooden furniture that is old, modern or antique, small or large.

Anything from boardroom tables, coffee tables, desks, chairs, dining room tables, through to bedroom suites.

“We can restore any piece to its former glory or simply change the look by changing the colour and handles,” he says.

“We make furniture out of oak, American oak, American walnut, rimu and matai. I recently sourced a lot of Fijian kauri and we are currently making furniture out of that.”

DJ Morrison has undertaken significant joinery and polishing heritage work at Christchurch Boys’ High School, Christ’s College and Mona Vale in recent years.

In addition, the business restores mid-century furniture for Dave’s brother Ross Morrison, who imports pieces from America and Scandinavia and sells it in his retail business, Mr Mod, in Wilsons Road.

Beautiful bookshelves by DJ Morrison.

Diversifying to meet demand DJ Morrison has diversified its services in recent years to meet the changing customer demand following the Canterbury earthquakes in 2011.

“We are now doing retro double glazing in character homes, as well as making new windows and doors and doing shop fit outs,” Dave says.

“We still do restoration, but the market has changed and more people are now buying new, so we are now doing more double glazing and joinery work.

“There’s quite a demand for double glazing as people look to improve the insulation in their homes, plus we’re reasonably priced in the market and we can do it on site.”

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DJ Morrison undertakes heritage restoration work.

The company has recently completed some high-profile retail fit outs, including Workshop in Colombo Street and Crane Brothers in the old Café Roma building in Oxford Terrace.

DJ Morrison’s professional and reliable services include:

“We have adapted to the changing market but we’re still doing what we have always done.

• New furniture • Paint stripping • Antique restoration • Upholstery • Polishing • Painting • Window double glazing • New and repaired joinery • Kitchens and bathrooms • Liberon products.

“We still sell some furniture out of our showroom, as well as a range of Liberon products for flooring, garden and patio furniture, wood turning, gilding and framing, metal treatments and accessories.” CT DJ Morrison Limited 271 Ferry Road Phillipstown Christchurch (03) 389 8288 dave@furnituremakers.co.nz www.furnituremakers.co.nz

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The people, their faces and all the right places - Canterbury

The 19th of September 2018 marked the 125th anniversary of New Zealand granting women the right to vote, becoming the first independent country to do so. The movement for female suffrage was led by Kate Sheppard and the base from which she co-ordinated the operation was her home on Clyde Road in Christchurch, which was the venue to hold a special luncheon to celebrate the day.

1. Lianne Dalzell (Mayor) & Amy Carter (The Christchurch Foundation)

2. Miranda Gray, Catherine McCallum (Simpson Grierson) & Victoria Henstock (CHCH Cathedral Reinstatement Trust)

3. Matthew Nichols (CHCH City Council)

& Loren Heaphy (CHCH NZ)

4. Jen Crawford (Regenerate CHCH),

Joanna Norris (CHCH NZ), Sarah Scott (Simpson Grierson) & Sue Sheldon (Chair Regenerate CHCH) 5. Paul Bingham (Trustees CHCH Foundation),

Pip Ives (Heli Maintenance Ltd) & Andrew Turner (Deputy Mayor ) 6. Ingrid Scott (KPMG) & Olive Wallis

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Andrea Brewster (Brewster & Associates) & Anne Galloway (City Councillor) 8. Derek Smail & Julia Burbury.

Winner of over 100 international awards and seen by over 65 million people worldwide, Les Misérables is an epic and uplifting story about the survival of the human spirit, and the Showbiz Christchurch opening night at Isaac Theatre Royal saw a full house give the performance a standing ovation.

1. Michael Bayley & Wendy Riley 2. Mandy Perry, Juliet Robertson

& Michelle Hampton

3. Rachel Sears & Cathryn Allwood 4. Olivia Brooks, Nathan Morgan,

& Michael Bayley 5. Trish & Robert Naysmith (Life Member Showbiz) & Markham Lee (President Showbiz)

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Morris- Williamson, Sarah & Jai Burrows 7. Cathryn Allwood (NZME), Simon Jousserand Shirley & Clive Greenwood (Academy Group) 8. Vicki Ness & Neil Cox (Isaac Theatre Royal).

Anneke Stewart recently held an exhibition entitled NZ Flora Mandala Exhibition at the Christchurch Arts Centre.

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Mathew Talbot & Rae Taylor

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& Rachael Lonsdale 3. Jessica Amor, Anneke Stewart & Coral Mazlin-Hill 4. Teo Munroe (Shambhala), Becky Lee (Becky Lee Interiors) & Carey Best 5. Luciana Lovrich & Wendy Jerard (Frances Jerard)

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Bridges & Jen Lochhead.

Understanding and effectively targeting Generation Z will be crucial to businesses in the future. To do so, businesses will have to unlock the trends and behaviour of the Z generation, something that was the focus of keynote speaker Sam Stuchbury during the PWC Talk ‘Mellennials Move Up, Gen Z Move In’ at the Piano event centre.

1. Alice Kerr & Lisa Lye (Harvey Cameron) 2. Johanna Adam &

Jamin Marshall (Harcourts)

3. David Cartwright (Continental Catering)

& Olivier Lacous (Hind Management ) 4. Murray Trail (McDonalds) & Malcolm Hudson (PWC Talk).

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