Canterbury Today Magazine Issue 165

Issue 165 | 2022

TWO RAW SISTERS

Margo and Rosa Flanagan's passion for health, nutrition and fitness

Balancing acts How technology enables and restricts employees

The right stuff

What to look for when hiring

The CECC's vital role supporting Canterbury business

Shifting the goal posts The personal impact of changing lending laws

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This issue’s cover features the Two Raw Sisters, Margo and Rosa Flanagan, who have turned their passion for health, nutrition and fitness into a thriving enterprise.

6 The light at the end of the tunnel A return to normality is finally on the horizon

We delve into the wild world of staff management, with pieces about what to look for when you’re hiring, keeping your crew on point while they’re working at home, bringing them back into to an office environment, and how technology both enables and restricts staff.

There’s information about reaching consumers via social media, the personal impact of changing lending laws, the rising rent shop industry, the CECC’s 163 years supporting Canterbury business and how to turn your salespeople into savvy social sellers.

Throughout the magazine, features provide insights into successful companies and organisations, and the people working in them, and as always, we thank all our columnists for their expertise, along with the views, opinions and predictions of all those who contributed.

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77 Get Cars - where to find your next set of wheels

19 From rags to riches The rising rent shop industry

78 RO Jones Panelbeaters are the crash repair specialists

6 Ending empty offices Bringing employees back to an office environment

In Business Pages 20-102

6 Making the most of home-based staff Keeping your crew on point while they’re working at home

20 Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce - 163 years supporting Canterbury business

7 Innovating the scheduling process Creating a fully co-ordinated project delivery team

51 Winter in the wild south

7 Six benefits of social selling Turning your salespeople into savvy social sellers

52 Timaru

86 Cohesive Construction’s broad scope of operation

59 Selwyn

88 How the NZDAA leads by example

7 Events diary Find out what’s on near you

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77 Shepherd & Kime’s half century of collision repair service

18 Balancing acts How technology enables and restricts employees

8 The right stuff What to look for when hiring an employee 9 Life and style Items worthy of desire 10 Digital connections Reaching consumers via social media

Property & Construction

Leadership

79 How Alpha Construct helped evolve Christchurch’s housing 80 High quality builds in the high country 81 The motto Peter Hansen Drainage lives by

Destinations

82 Alpine Buildings’ clearspan constructions

56 Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa

84 Bird Built’s high-quality building services

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Real Estate

62 South Canterbury Motoring

90 Property prices double in a decade in half of New Zealand towns

64 Trucking’s vital contribution to the economy

98 NZ property industry heads towards a technology tipping point

65 Motor Trade Association - keeping a country’s wheels turning

Funerals

74 Robb’s Garage celebrates a century of success

102 What to look for when selecting a funeral director

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11 Shifting the goal posts The personal impact of changing lending laws 12 Two Raw Sisters Margo and Rosa Flanagan’s passion for health, nutrition and fitness 17 The big picture Maintaining your operational overview in rapidly changing times

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The light at the end of the tunnel

Ending empty offices

After a bumpy few months for the Canterbury business community, a return to normality is finally on the horizon. With confidence levels at an all-time low, and with many Cantabrians stuck at home in isolation, it has certainly has been challenging for business.

As we slowly but surely see an end to the There’s so much for business owners to pandemic phase and enter the endemic phase consider when dealing with staff working of living with Covid-19, many employers from home. will want to regroup their teams and bring Many employers are carrying a very heavy burden. This is exacerbated when you consider the employer is responsible employees back to an office environment.

However, by and large our economy has performed well, with the notable exception of the hospitality and events sector who have borne the brunt of restrictive measures. Fortunately, the light at the end of tunnel is becoming more and more visible.

The recent eradication of vaccine passes, stripping back capacity limits and removing them altogether for outside gatherings has immediately had a positive impact throughout the city.

Shifting the South Island down to the orange setting in three weeks’ time is an encouraging and welcome action from the Government.

Now that public health evidence suggests we have passed the peak of Covid infections, removing the burdensome restrictions that have in many cases placed a handbrake on business is the right thing to do.

Making the most of home-based staff

However, not all employees will want to return to office-based work arrangements for a number of reasons.

They may well have got used to the flexibility of working from home.

They may still be fearful of Covid-19.

They may well be fearful of further change.

Unless captured by the government-imposed mandates, employers have mostly opted to rely on the health and safety at work legislation and regulations when introducing Covid-19 policies within their workplaces.

This is because the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 carries a primary obligation to practically manage and minimise hazards and risks that arise in the workplace.

An employer will have conducted a health and safety assessment and determined that a number of precautionary measures needed to be introduced.

We have advocated strongly for the Covid-19 Protection Framework to be based on public health advice with very clear trigger points for a change in traffic light and it’s pleasing to see One of these precautionary measures will have been to either require employees to permanently work from home, or work this is now occurring. on a roster basis, commonly requiring employees to work from As the borders gradually reopen, and at a quicker rate than first home week on week off. The aim being to minimise the risk of thought, we are expecting to hear more in the coming weeks exposure to Covid-19. as to what this will mean for immigration. The critical worker Because the requirement to work from home fully or partially shortage, backed up by recently commissioned research by was a health and safety-based decision, then the decision to the BusinessNZ Network that the Chamber is part of, remains require employees to return to the office full time will also have the single largest barrier to business in New Zealand at the to be health and safety based. present moment.

Critical workers are desperately needed and they’re needed right now. We know that in the Canterbury region alone, at least 10,000 new workers are required to fill the gap.

That means the employer will need to have conducted an updated health and safety assessment and concluded that the Covid-19 risk can be managed through other control measures.

Across the world we are witnessing immigration and tourism (at a sustainable level) being placed at the forefront of economic recovery plans. There is a queue of critical workers lining up at our door and if we’re not quick enough, and don’t provide the right enticing environment, then they will simply line up somewhere for another destination and New Zealand misses out yet again.

Under the obligation of good faith, the employer will then need to ensure that it communicates the proposed change in policy to all employees and seeks feedback.

Combine that shortage with the brain drain currently taking place, with many Kiwis considering going global, the urgent need for a pragmatic immigration policy becomes abundantly clear.

So, let us assume that after all that an employee refuses to work from the office.

Assuming the employer made clear through its words and conduct that the initial requirement to work from home was not a permanent arrangement, then strictly speaking, the employer would be able to lawfully direct the employee to return to work.

We have been advocating throughout the last two years for an economic recovery plan that needs to focus on ensuring we have a long-term sustainable future for New Zealand. It has yet to arrive.

Should the employee then refuse to comply with the direction, then the employer would have the right to start a disciplinary investigation into the non-compliance and ultimately, depending on the circumstances, potentially terminate the employee’s employment.

The light at the end of the tunnel is there, but the speed at which we’re travelling there compared to other countries remains an ever-present concern.

However, most fair and reasonable employers will prefer to discuss the employees concerns with returning to the office before resorting to the lawful direction disciplinary pathway.

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for health and safety at the employees’ home – a place they likely have never even visited.

Yes, you can have some trust but evidence is required as well.

There’s paperwork to be done with staff acknowledging their home is a safe work environment.

Communication remains paramount. Maintaining a “connection” virtually and from a distance can be challenging, but it’s not impossible.

You must focus on what you can control. Our brains typically don’t like uncertainty. Usually, we manage it by creating plans and anticipating the future with some confidence, but that’s hard to do right now.

Try to focus on what you can control rather than worry about what’s out of your hands. If you’re a natural planner, it might help to consider different scenarios and think through what you could do if each were to happen.

For example, if 25 percent or 50 percent of your staff all get sick at the same time, do you have a pool of agency staff you can call on to step in? Can your team create handover plans now to make things easier in the future? What support can you offer your team while they’re unwell?

If your site manager needs to self-isolate for a week, do you have someone trained and ready to cover? What can you do if these things happen?

Being prepared can help to take away some of the stress if these things were to happen. All the usual steps in a documented BCP (Business Continuity Plan).

It’s time to reset your expectations. Some will be more productive at home, others less so, depends on their personal circumstances. Fact is, Covid is unpredictable, and it can produce stress and anxiety, and it is exhausting.

Reminder – keep the communication going. Regular! Have zoom (or MS Teams) chats, eyeball each other. Stay in touch.

Host a morning tea or 4.30pm drinks. Keep it social. The staff need the interaction as well, it will be appreciated and participated in.

During this time the team needs you as owners / managers to demonstrate leadership and commitment more than ever.

Keep it simple, make sure organisation messages are relevant, transparent and realistic with a focus on the positive. Keep the check-ins happening and make sure they are two-way. Not just all from you.

Find and establish new routines, regular check-ins, regular debriefs. Ensure wellbeing is part of the regular conversation and process.We are all in this together. Be genuine and the results will flow abundantly back to you and your organisation.

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How firms can innovate the scheduling process

Six benefits of social selling you’d be crazy to miss

The past year has provided the construction industry with continuous challenges and adjustments, with a critical need to adapt to whatever the future might hold.

If building long-term relationships is your thing, then you are already involved in social selling.

This has brought about a change in the culturally entrenched attitudes towards project management as organisations see an increased need to modernise their operations.

One process in serious need of an overhaul is the schedule.

The impact of Covid-19 restrictions on the construction sector has caused great delays in many projects and flow-on consequences for subcontractor’s plans and workflow, colliding with the traditional means of scheduling.

Organisations are now focused on uniting all office and field staff to be part of one fully co-ordinated project delivery team.

It’s not just the scheduler’s responsibility anymore, but rather the collective team will be working together to manage the planning and scheduling process.

Connect your front office with the field Great scheduling combines the needs of the field with those of the front and back office. It should also consider the number of specialised team members involved on a project, which grows exponentially as the complexity and duration of construction projects continue to increase.

This introduces a lot of intricacies to the process. The more members that are added to the project team, the more mature the schedule should become, adding depth and creating a more thorough plan for all teams.

Incorporating metrics around milestones, deliverables and productivity, can co-ordinate and optimise labour, equipment and material resources, both within and across all projects of an organisation.

Even when the country is not in lockdown, the supply chain is heavily reliant on the speed in which the overseas and domestic supply chain is able to return to full capacity. The ability to account for material delays in near real-time is essential to maximise project outcomes.

Today, with the lack of live networking opportunities, social selling moved online and is now done through Social Networking on platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, etc.

Potential clients and customers shop through social networks, so now is the time to turn your salespeople into savvy social sellers.

Technology has transformed the way we buy and changed the way we sell.

Not every salesperson will adapt easily to every facet of social selling until they recognise the benefits of leveraging their network to connect with prospects, foster those relationships, and create digital word-of-mouth for themselves.

There are six key benefits of social selling that you’d be crazy to miss out on: 1. Shortened sales cycle

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The 7 Days Live tour is now officially an annual tradition.

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Between 80-95 percent of buyers’ decisions are influenced by online reviews. With a process for social selling, if/when a buyer Googles your salesperson, their optimised, well-planned social profiles speak for them before anyone else does.

3. Lead generation Generating new revenue opportunities is getting harder. One of the benefits of Social Selling is that once your salespeople have established their social presence, they can monitor, listen, and engage in conversations about the products and services your company sells.

4. Customer retention

The construction industry pivoted quickly over the past year to remotely manage many aspects of the job (safety, control, risk, etc.). As the adoption of mobility solutions has grown, so has the number of project delivery team members that are involved in the execution process.

The concept of the workspace has become fluid, and organisations in the industry are thinking of new ways to effectively digitise more of the workforce, while adapting to more mobile and remote working approaches.

5. Increased productivity

By evolving the scheduling process to unite all office and field staff into one fully co-ordinated project delivery team, organisations will have a much clearer road ahead.

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Did you know that according to research, up to 70 percent of the sales process is already done by the time a prospect wants to hear from you? By establishing a process for social selling, your salespeople can be in a position to listen and monitor what’s being said and respond to the conversations through thoughtful, value-added responses - not just with sales pitches.

Social Selling allows your salespeople to maintain contact with your recent and past customers in a non-invasive way.

Focus your customer retention programs around helping your salespeople produce the right kind of content that keeps your customers coming back for more.

The schedule needs to be able to quickly account for scaling up and down for more diversified teams, while ensuring everyone is informed and working towards the common project goal.

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The number doesn’t lie; 79 percent of salespeople using social media outsell their peers. If your customer is online, and your products are online, doesn’t it make sense for your salespeople to be online?

6. A sense of attachment = sales When your salespeople are connected with customers through social media, it adds a layer of familiarity to each transaction. When a relationship is established, the customer experience improves.

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Monday, 13th of June 2022 Michael Endres (Piano) live at the Arts Centre Michael is a superb pianist of international acclaim. He has performed extensively in festivals and concert halls around the globe and has an impressive catalogue of recordings ranging from Mozart and Schubert right through to George Gershwin. This concert is part of the Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2022, showcasing a remarkable line-up of renowned local, national and international artists performing in a beautiful heritage venue.

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The right stuff

What to look for when hiring an employee

By Megan Dunn

Hiring employees is one of the most important processes a business will undertake during their operations.

Your employees are your most valuable asset, the recipe for any thriving company that assist in creating an inclusive positive team culture.

It is absolutely crucial to have the right people standing in your corner, however often times the process is under planned and rushed leading to some damaging consequences.

Independent research carried out by Robert Half from Talent solutions found that the real cost of a hiring mistake is high for both company and existing employees.

Hiring the wrong person for the job can significantly impact an organisation. The top three consequences of a bad hire according to New Zealand employers are increased stress on colleagues (46 percent), increased workloads for existing team members ( 43 percent) and increased stress on managers (37 percent).

Other cited negative consequences include lost productivity (32 percent), higher recruitment costs (29 percent) and low staff morale (27 percent).

The general rule is if you get the process right, there is a much higher chance of attracting and hiring the right talent for your company.

However, no method is entirely full proof as realistically how well do you know the ins and outs of someone’s character and mentality from a few meetings and a couple of sheets of paper?

The greatest hiring advice that very often gets swept under the rug and easily dismissed is to trust your gut. You’re innate instincts about people hold a lot more truth than many give credit for-if your sensing something isn’t quite right, listen to this as it’s a red flag.

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Employment NZ has released some key ideas to help you attract the perfect fit for your role.

How you attract the best applicants depends on the job, your budget, for say advertising or recruitment agencies, and how much time you have. Options include: • An existing employee, is there someone ready for a promotion or a new role? First advertise the role internally and find out • Engaging a recruitment agency – this can be costly, but will reduce the amount of time you spend on the process. Agencies can help you clarify your needs, pay levels, experience needed and market availability • Using Work and Income’s service (free), matching qualified people to jobs • Targeted advertising in industry journals, magazines and websites • Contacting a relevant Industry Training Organisation (ITO)

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4. Self-management You get to work on time every day

Being totally honest and transparent about the work culture at your organisation means you are going to attract likeminded individuals who are likely to mesh and understand the operations exceedingly well.

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• Developing a relationship with local education providers.eg providing work experience opportunities for students

applications per job showing employees were more cautious about moving jobs during the pandemic.

• Developing relationships with local community groups

Releasing its December data, job website Seek said job ads were up 32 percent nationally year-on-year (and compared to 2019).

• Advertising or searching online websites, industry websites and social media

The emphasis on finding the right talent is as important as ever in these unforeseen circumstances.

5. Willingness to learn You want to learn new things to improve your skills 6. Thinking skills (problem solving and decision making) You try and solve problems or can see where something won’t work 7. Resilience You get an angry customer but you keep calm, keep working and laugh about it later.

Work culture is ‘a collection of attitudes, beliefs and behaviours’ that make up the regular atmosphere in a work environment.

Healthy workplace cultures align employee behaviours and company policies with the overall goals of the company, while also considering the well-being of individuals.

Being totally honest and transparent about the work culture at your organisation means you are going to attract likeminded individuals who are likely to mesh and understand the operations exceedingly well.

It also means that the person you hire is more likely to stay within the company for a longer period of time.

Let them know of the common rituals and • Contacting potential applicants directly, general feeling of the place for greater success making sure you don’t encourage an Careers New Zealand has released the most for both employer and employee. employee to break their legal obligations, e.g. relevant skills employers look for amongst their Finally, it is crucial to evaluate not only what a notice period, restraint-of-trade. applicants, these include: potential employee can offer you, but also in 1. Positive attitude return, what you can offer them.

The labour shortage we saw in 2021 is continuing into 2022, with recruiters finding it Being calm and cheerful when things In a labour shortage people have their pick more and more difficult to find the right talent go wrong and have the ability to weigh up and compare for their roles. multiple organisations, so access how your 2. Communication role and organisation can benefit them and The demand for talent remains extremely high You can listen and say information clearly what it has to offer. and that isn’t expected to change, Seek country when you speak or write manager Rob Clark told Newshub in January.

Finding the right fit is crucial and will mean 3. Teamwork both the business and employee will grow The Covid-19 pandemic has altered the job market significantly with, the low number of You help out when it gets busy at work successfully together. CT

Management | Lifestyles

Lifestyles

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3. Angelo Ceramic Face Vase The Angelo Ceramic Face Vase is an interesting and unique sculptural face statement. Be different and purchase this ornament so people will stop to stare at another face. This vase adds flair to your home while you display beautiful blooms, branches, or plants.

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4. Ryobi 18V ONE+ 4 Piece Combo Kit The four-piece combo set is great for someone who likes to D.I.Y. You get a drill driver and impact driver for drilling and fixing applications, a circular saw and angle grinder for cutting and grinding applications, and two high-capacity 4.0Ah lithium-ion batteries for high-draw applications. The batteries can be used with any tool in the kit.

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5. Costa 4 Piece Outdoor Lounge Set This awesome four-piece outdoor lounge set is great for your backyard. Clean architectural lines and tall chairs offer great support for the back as the cushions are generously large and made from high-density foam, covered in high-quality polyester, perfect for lounging outdoors. The rust-resistant aluminium frames and durable powder coating provides a beautiful finish. Best features: suited for coastal areas, low maintenance, keep under cover when not in use, teak armrests and coffee tabletop, and rust-resistant frames.

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Management | Technology

Digital connections

Reaching consumers via social media

By Natasha Parrant

Social media is everywhere and keeps advancing and growing each day.

“Taking the people of Christchurch on the journey with us was key in a very quick follower growth for both of our accounts.

“We were very intentional with our content too to ensure we were showcasing the best What’s interesting to know is seeing how some that we had to offer, our values, our mission, Aotearoa businesses use social media to reach and our people. We had a hugely successful opening because of that.” consumers, and see how that’s changed their way of reaching a bigger audience in a positive Currently, the team focuses on videoing or challenging way? things that are happening in the area so it’s

Riverside Market social media manager, Stacey more “natural”.

Tite, says the social media platforms Riverside As a result, Riverside Market has reached Market uses are Instagram and Facebook. more views, which eventually led to some Facebook videos getting thousands and On Instagram, Riverside Market focuses thousands of views. on creating content that showcases their trader’s delicious food and drinks, high-quality Stacey posted a short video of her lunch, products, and inside the huge building. On which caught a lot of attention and caused an Facebook, the company shares similar content instant increase in sales for that specific trader. but also focuses on the community aspect.

“We believe this is because our community “Cantabrians have loved to be a part of the like to feel like they are a part of the Riverside Riverside Market journey and we continue to Market family and love to see content that is share our growth and celebrations with them. A relatable and authentic.” win for us is a win for Christchurch and this is Fortunately, there aren’t negatives to using very much felt on our Facebook page.” social media for Riverside Market. Social Stacey mentions Riverside Market always used media is their main source of advertisement as Instagram and Facebook to connect to their it reaches many people within seconds. consumers to show the behind-the-scenes The main pros of using these platforms are content of its building construction, including having an increase in sales, helping promote teaser content for its traders. events that are happening at Riverside Initially, the team focused on getting the Market, and helping with market research, as imagery perfect so to speak to gain a lot of sometimes the team uses polls on Instagram attention and build trust with consumers. stories to discover what the community wants in terms of promotions and events.

“We did do some professional videography; however, we mainly used static images.”

Using Facebook and Instagram has immensely helped Riverside Market reach a bigger audience, Stacey says. Riverside Market has 15.6 thousand followers on Instagram and 20 thousand likes on Facebook.

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“The feedback we receive from that helps to shape our future campaigns,” Stacey says.

The Coffee Club director and marketing manager Andy Lucas says their company uses Facebook and Instagram, but is also on Tik Tok.

The Coffee Culture in Auckland’s Ormiston store

He has noticed more growth and a bigger following via Instagram recently. The Coffee Club currently has 10.4 thousand followers on Instagram and 29 thousand likes on Facebook.

“We use social media to engage with our followers and communicate on new products, promotions, limited time only menu items, and other special events such as new store openings, store birthdays, and competitions.

“We also use advertising on social media to reach customers and promote our meals and special products to them at different times.”

However, it’s still hard to determine if the number of followers translates to the paying customers in the store, Andy says.

Social media has mostly impacted the business positively. A few positives Andy lists include reaching more people without a huge expense, communicating with followers quickly, reaching different demographic groups, and targeting many people with paid advertising.

The negatives of using social media are it’s easier for consumers to give unjustifiable negative feedback without proof, which can be The Coffee Club used Facebook first to connect viewed by other consumers. with consumers a decade ago when it was still There’s a lot of advertising on social new and then used Instagram, as it became media lately, which means the company’s more popular and continued to see growth. advertisements can get lost. Although the cost Social media helps the company reach more to advertise may seem reasonable, the costs people and easily communicate its products to are reflected in the return of investment (ROI), a larger audience.

Andy says. CT

Management | Money

Shifting the goal posts

The personal impact of changing lending laws

By Megan Dunn

Ever had a problem that only gets worse after you try to resolve it?

Simply stated, that is exactly what’s occurred since the changes made to the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act came into effect in December 2021.

Following this amendment, the proportion of home loan applications that result in loans has fallen from 36 percent to 30 percent since the start of December, according to data from credit reporting agency Centrix.

Centrix estimated the lending slowdown amounted to almost $2 billion, with home loans dropping from an average of 30,000 per month, to 23,000.

The sharp decline in successful loan applications follows banks now taking a microscopic look at any potential borrowers spending habits and personal finances before any loan can be approved.

On surface level, this doesn’t seem like a bad thing and was merely intended as hyper vigilance of protecting borrowers from ever popular loan sharks.

These unethical lenders approve unrealistic loans, being fully aware of the borrower’s incapacity to repay this loan, eventuating in a large financial black hole for those that get the wool pulled over their eyes.

Although all seemed well on paper, the reality of what has since ensued is a bizarre web of stories, Kiwis having their loan requests denied for the most preposterous of reasons.

Katrina Shanks, the Financial Advice New Zealand chief executive, told Newshub, “Lenders now have additional obligations when determining affordability and the suitability of a loan.

“This has resulted in them having to review clients’ income and expenditure in much greater detail, and they are now determining expenditure previously considered discretionary as non-discretionary in order to meet the new requirements of CCCFA. “Some of the stories almost defy logic, like being refused a loan or having the amount cut drastically because you’re spending too much on coffees and takeaways.”

Impending home owners are now finding themselves locked out of the market for committing petty crimes such as purchasing a daily coffee or a Friday night takeaway.

New Zealand’s booming house market and often times eye watering house prices has certainly been a contentious issue in the past year, hence why a further stumbling block is significantly disadvantaging those who already feel somewhat behind the eight ball.

“The issue with the CCCFA is that it’s a very wide net that’s captured all New Zealanders, not just those who are vulnerable.

“It’s made the affordability test so hard now that the average New Zealander who was not vulnerable cannot obtain the credit they could previously,” Katrina says.

A Dunedin woman who needed a loan extension for an emergency roof repair had

her mortgage application declined after the finely tuned combing of her personal finances concluded that she spent too much of her money at restaurants.

Her and her husband have a combined annual income of $200,000 and have been with the same bank for almost 20 years and had been approved for two successful mortgages over this timeframe.

She told the Otago Daily Times, “It is bloody ridiculous. Do they expect us to live like monks?”

“After those three months, we’ll be straight back to the restaurants, so what is the point?” the woman concluded.

Popular video focussed social network entity, Tik Tok, has seen the documentation of everyday Kiwis trying to get around these restrictions by wiping their bank accounts ‘clean’.

It shows them buying takeaways or items for themselves with cash only, trying to conceal their ‘unnecessary purchases’.

Only altering spending activity for the purpose of getting approved by banks is becoming somewhat of a trend around the country.

This stands as commentary on New Zealand’s flawed housing system and the large barriers that ordinary Kiwis are having to jump through on entry into the market.

The couple devised a plan to carefully review their spending habits over a course of three months so they could go back into the bank and re-attempt.

Being forced to hide completely acceptable purchases in order to be considered to own a home seems totally unreasonable in the minds of many.

Here poses the question, does spending money on Netflix, Christmas presents, restaurants’ or the gym deem you as someone risky to pre approve a loan to, are you a bad saver? or simply a human spending your money on things you need or things you like?

Following these undetermined effects of the changes and the large amounts of criticism that followed, the Government issued a statement stating it will look into the ‘unintended impacts’ of the CCCFA, making no promises of changes but perhaps more clarity.

The minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, David Clark, said the sharp decline in lending approvals may be due to “global economic factors at play, and wider economic factors” and warned against “jumping to conclusions” CT

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Cover Story | Two Raw Sisters

TWO RAW SISTERS

By Natasha Parrant

The Two Raw Sisters’ energy brightens up the room despite the sun is shining. With their contagious smile, they never fail to make each other laugh.

Margo (left) and Rosa (right) at a market in Christchurch.

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Cover Story | Two Raw Sisters Margo and Rosa Flanagan are two young women with a passion for health, nutrition, and fitness. They’ve climbed to the top but it wasn’t easy, everyone starts somewhere.

marketing and app manager Alexia Kotzikas.

Alexia has been their manager since the beginning of this year, which the sisters agree has been helpful.

Rosa (26 years old) and Margo (23 years old) are well known for educating people on nutritional, healthy, whole, unprocessed ingredients, but where did it all begin?

The app provides easy, 30-minute recipes including tips and tricks, Margo says. There’s a downloadable shopping list so people can substitute some ingredients they’d prefer to have instead, along with instructions on how to make the recipe.

The sisters grew up on a lifestyle block in the Selwyn District, a rural area in central Canterbury, where they attended Lincoln School.

“We wanted a platform that was affordable, it’s $2.50 a week for any device, anytime, anywhere,” Margo says.

They grew up with their parents and have an older brother Matthew who’s 28 years old. In Year 7 they moved to Rangi Ruru Girl’s High School in Merivale, where they stayed until Year 13.

A week in the life of The Two Raw Sisters is different every time, but normally there’s a day or two dedicated to meetings and appointments, one or two mornings in the kitchen either shooting for their app, content for the month ahead, sometimes nationwide travel, and at least two workshops a week during peak times.

Rosa was a full-time athlete throughout high school. She enjoyed food, science, physical education, and nutrition. Margo always liked fashion, design, and photography at school.

“That’s what we love about our job, no day is the same!” Rosa expresses.

“Yeah, I never thought I’d be doing this,” she jokes as she refers to their business.

Margo claims they’re quite efficient with how they approach taking reels, photos of meals, and app content they’ve created.

The sisters balance teamwork well that when they’re not having to be serious, they have fun at work.

“Learnt the hard way,” Rosa laughs.

“I think having our own business was only natural for us, really,” Margo says.

The sisters wrote three cookbooks so far and there’s another one on the way. Each cookbook has a different theme.

They’ve always been very independent, Rosa adds. “I don’t think we were born to work for other people.”

The first one is about changing the perception of plant-based food, the second is about adding plants first then protein on the side, the third is about salads, the fourth is a surprise and will be out in October 2022.

They have plans to write more in the future, they say smiling.

Rosa studied for a degree in nutrition after high school. She decided this was necessary after experiencing an eating disorder while being an elite athlete, she says.

She had an obsession to overtrain and a big part of her recovery was learning how the body works, what she needed to eat (a balanced diet), why it’s important to eat, and the importance of fuelling bodies with nutritious food.

“When I was younger, I enjoyed cooking. Our grandma was a really good cook and we did a lot of that together… The core of it started through the nutrition side of it and then wanting to help and educate other people on how to live a healthier sustainable lifestyle.”

Margo has also experienced a lot of health issues. She has battled with gut issues, chronic fatigue, and endometriosis.

Gut issues occur when the stomach hurts because of gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, and/or heartburn. Chronic fatigue syndrome occurs when someone feels fatigued, can’t sleep properly, and/or has lots of pain for at least six months or throughout their life.

Endometriosis is where the tissue, which normally lines the uterus, grows outside the uterus. The tissue can cause lots of pain and irregular menstrual cycles.

Since high school “we restricted ourselves, being really hard on ourselves and had body image issues,” Rosa says.

The Two Raw Sisters really are raw… they share their experiences so other people can relate and learn from them.

They wouldn’t take back what happened because they wouldn’t be in the position they’re in today, Rosa says.

Fortunately, Margo cured her chronic fatigue, which she had for six years, through gut health and a low fodmap diet. She didn’t find the diet too hard to follow because she knows how to substitute ingredients.

“So many people focus on what they can’t have, no what they can have. With Two Raw

Margo (left) and Rosa (right) looking forward to making the next best thing.

Sisters, it’s going back to the basics and using whole, unprocessed ingredients that you’ve been using for years, but teaching you inventive ways on how to use them,” Margo says.

The sisters refined their options down to The Two Raw Sisters business, which involves plant-based workshops, nationwide meet and greets, creating content, and plantbased recipes.

The sisters educate people on having a plantbased diet, which isn’t becoming vegan or vegetarian, but is changing people’s perception of how to start creating a meal.

When Christchurch’s health and wellbeing complex, The Welder opened in 2019, the sisters were approached to do their workshops there.

For instance, starting meals with plants first then adding protein on the side. They don’t like restricting themselves from eating what they want.

“It seemed like the perfect fit so we moved in… we had to take it if we wanted to progress,” Margo says.

“Why do we have to name ourselves, why can’t we just eat in moderation? All eaters are welcome into our kitchen!” Margo says.

In 2017 the sisters went to Los Angeles to do workshops and learned how to cook plant-based food at a culinary school for five months. The school’s workshops inspired them to do plant-based workshops in Christchurch.

“We really enjoyed being in front of people, inspiring people, and educating people on how to live the lifestyle that they want,” Rosa says, smiling as she reminisces how far they’ve come.

The sisters initially were based in their parent’s kitchen. People would hear about their workshops through word of mouth or by following their start-up journey.

“It’s funny because at the start it was only like friends and family and then it slowly expanded,” Rosa chuckles.

“We went through many different avenues to figure out what exactly we wanted to focus on… We learned that you’re better to do a couple of things and do it really well, rather than doing 20 different things,” Rosa says.

“We’ve never really looked back,” Rosa adds.

The sisters worked with a designer to create the kitchen where they host their workshops.

The modern kitchen has wooden, whites, and neutrals carefully complimenting one another.

The aim was to create a “homely feel,” they say simultaneously. The sisters have two cooking spaces to use depending on which workshop they’re doing.

More intimate cooking with everyone (handson), or a workshop where they teach their guests the recipes and the guests just watch (demonstrations).

“It works really well,” Rosa says.

The best thing about doing workshops is chatting face-to-face rather than going on social media and writing out the instructions because “no one ever reads the full thing,” Margo points out.

The sisters launched their app mid-last year where they do recipe testing, shoot photos and videos, and edit content. It can be downloaded via their website: www.tworawsisters.com.

Rosa usually creates and puts the meals together for photos, whereas Margo takes photos and edits the imagery with their

“How they came about I think was just to have a fun collection of recipes and it’s a great combination of what we both love – me being photography and design and Rosa being food recipes,” Margo says.

The sisters usually do two big tours a year – 15 different cities for each tour. Their nationwide workshops are from April until June. They’re doing a big book tour/workshop and signings in October and November.

They’re also launching an Eating with Your Monthly Cycle on their app in April. They’ve broken down each phase of the cycle (four phases) and discovered what recipes support each phase.

They’re working with another app My Monthly Moves, which promotes Moving with Your Monthly Cycle. That’s when the sisters thought they could collaborate and put emphasis on food.

“We feel like a lot of women aren’t really aware of what’s happening to their body during each of the phases and they normally put pressure and stress their bodies out even more through HIT (high-intensity training),” Rosa says.

“When you track your cycle and understand – oh I’m in this phase… doing a HIT workout is not going to be the best thing for me right now,” Margo says.

The sisters are also doing a 14-week low fodmap programme, which is a “New Zealand first,” Margo says.

They’re working with a women’s dietician from Your Monthly Club Sara Widdowson to help make cooking low fodmap food easier for people.

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Think independent lifestyle with help on hand

You’ve worked hard all your life, so you’ve earned the right to kick back a little.

Why not lose the chores you don’t enjoy, so you’re free to spend your time exactly how you want? Love the lifestyle that assisted living in a serviced apartment can bring. Instead of that cooking and cleaning, you’ll have time to finish that puzzle or for catching up with friends over a coffee.

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The best of both worlds at Summerset W

hether you love your freedom and independence or appreciate having a helping hand to keep things running smoothly, Summerset has you covered. There are a variety of homes to suit different needs and tastes, as well as a range of extra services should you need them.

At Summerset, we want residents to relax and enjoy their home and retirement lifestyle. We can take care of the chores you no longer want to do, which means freeing up your time to spend doing the things you enjoy or that are more important.

Each village has an onsite property team to look after home maintenance and take care of repairs, replacements, or general upkeep like mowing the lawn and keeping fittings and fixtures in order.

With great security and caring experts at hand, you can have peace of mind that at Summerset your safety is our top priority.

And with the maintenance taken care of, you can forget about those odd jobs and leave others with the to-do list!

With more time to spend with family and friends or to pursue your other interests, Summerset Retirement Villages can provide an enviable lifestyle. With plenty of opportunities to attend events, activities, and organised trips, it is easy to feel part of a vibrant community.

There are great shared facilities including libraries, cafes, gyms and green spaces to enjoy, and if you want more time for

socializing and fun there is always plenty going on to pique your interest. With guided activities like exercise classes, crafting and games to join there is more than enough going on if you want to fill that calendar.

Summerset villages provide a broad range of activities and living options including independent villas and apartments which are just like living on any other residential street, but with a whole lot of perks. You come and go as you please and if your needs change, you can extend your level of support to suit. And if there is ever a need for more help with housework, hot meals, grocery shopping or other chores Summerset serviced apartments offer the independence of village life, along with a range of support services, right through to rest-home level care.

Summerset know that there’s a lot to take in when making the big decision to move to a village. So, whether you’re planning a move in the near future, getting ideas for down the track, or helping a friend or relative with their options, just give us a call on 0800 SUMMER or get a free information pack online at summerset.co.nz

So, with the warmth and security of a supportive community and great staff, Summerset villages have plenty to support your lifestyle. You can truly have the best of both worlds.

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Feature | Fleur McDonald Legal

Protecting what matters most As we get older and head into retirement, our legal affairs begin to take on new significance. No doubt, by the time you retire, you will have worked hard to achieve a level of financial security for yourself, but inevitably, you begin to think about the future — more specifically, how you can keep what is yours in the family for the coming generations. This is the heart of ‘Elder Law’ — safeguarding assets for the benefit of your family.

Many New Zealanders do not fully appreciate how long-term residential care is funded in this country—particularly around the Residential Care Subsidy and asset testing.

It can come as an enormous shock to know that if you, or your partner, go into longterm residential care (no matter whether it is rest home, hospital or dementia level care), and you have personal assets that exceed the asset threshold—you are likely to be required to pay for that care. This cost may be significantly more than you think and can quickly erode the very wealth for which you worked so hard.

But the simple truth is—you can mitigate the risks. By seeking the right legal advice and implementing some careful planning, you can lessen the impact on you and your loved ones. And the sooner you start this

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process, the better. It is simply too late when an unexpected development such as being diagnosed with a serious illness forces these hard, life-changing decisions upon you. You will never be ’ready’—but you can be prepared.

Conveniently based in central Christchurch, Fleur McDonald Legal are your local team in Elder Law and Estate planning—helping you protect what is yours. Fleur is an established expert in Elderly Services and Seniors Law and is a regular speaker on the topic for organisations such as the New Zealand Law Society, Age Concern NZ and Dementia Canterbury. Fleur and her team at Fleur McDonald Legal can guide you through estate planning (including property transactions), establishing asset protection, creating Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney and succession planning.

By seeking the right legal advice and implementing some careful planning, you can lessen the impact on you and your loved ones.

But as important as getting the right legal advice is—ensuring the right fit for you is also critical. You’ve worked hard to succeed in life and deserve respect for this. The team at Fleur McDonald Legal work closely with clients, delivering an empathetic, understanding approach to Law. It’s about real people with real concerns.

As the company says, Fleur McDonald Legal; advice from the heart.

Management | Operations

The big picture

Rob Clarke Rob Clarke, CEO of Learning Architects

Maintaining your operational overview in rapidly changing times As I sit and consider this article, Omicron is rushing through the country like a train. And while it’s Covid that’s currently causing chaos, the importance of maintaining perspective while managing your business when under pressure can never be overstated.

It’s very easy to quickly lose your sense of perspective in challenging times, so it’s important that as you and your team respond and adapt to the continually changing needs of your customers and your business, you all remain focused on your core purpose.

So what can you do to help your team ensure they manage the urgent, while keeping an eye on the bigger picture?

Connection is the foundation for a healthy team While ‘water cooler conversations’ have borne the brunt of many a joke over the years, these ad hoc conversations, about everything and nothing, can actually be really helpful to building your organisational culture and a healthy team.

So now that we know we can suddenly be faced with working virtually for any amount of time, how do you keep people connected?

Explore different ways to form and strengthen connections Look at your patterns and purposes for the meetings that happen in your business. Are there any that include time for individuals to connect, chat, get to know one another and give them a chance to problem-solve together?

• If you are having a longer meeting, pair people up with a ‘connection buddy’ and ask them to step away from their desk and get on the phone with their ‘buddy’ for 10 minutes and have a chat. If you can encourage them to go for a quick walk as they do so, even better.

And, if you think it necessary, you can always provide a few prompts or suggest a couple of topics people can choose to talk about • Consider an ‘agenda-less’ meeting to provide a forum where people can ask questions to get support, answers, solutions or clarification. This is also a useful way for your leaders to identify any trends or issues that are affecting the team, and can be great for generating new ideas

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Devise some questions with your team that they can ask one another to help hold themselves true to your values. This is useful for creating a bit of shared accountability.

Reconnect with what drives you

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Keeping your team focussed on the core purpose, or mission, of your business is at the heart of strong leadership. When done well, it can instil confidence, clarity and develop a shared sense of ownership for why you exist as a team.

Here are some ways to help strengthen your sense of purpose: Keep your company mission or vision visible to the team in as many places as possible, and refer to it in daily interactions. Sometimes it’s the informal discussions that can yield the most creative opportunities for how to bring that mission or vision to life.

• Have fun by mixing up the delivery of your online meetings. For example, ask a team member to run an online game or quiz

In one on ones, help team members connect with the big picture simply by asking ‘How does this support us to achieve our vision/mission?’

• And don’t forget the importance of social connections. Having virtual drinks is a great way for people to unwind at the end of the week and chat about non-work-related issues.

Highlight how the work that your team is doing with and/or for your customers reflects your mission or vision, perhaps by highlighting the results they get and how this relates to it.

Enabling people to connect their work to the greater purpose of the organisation is an effective way to increase employee engagement.

It can generate or renew their own individual sense of purpose, and you may find it has benefits that support wellbeing too.

Find ways to explore and bring your values to life If your mission or vision is the ‘end game’ for your business, your values are what drive you toward this. In this way, they are the fuel that support your motivation, drive your behaviour and influence the choices you make on a dayto-day basis.

If your organisation doesn’t have a set of values then see if you can identify some words that articulate what is important to you and your team, and use these.

Finding ways for your team to explore their own connections to your organisation’s values can have real benefits. For example, you may find that team members identify new ways of

living your values by discussing how they look in action.

Have a discussion about what your organisational values mean to them. Encourage them to identify verbs that relate to these and look for connections between your overall view and their personal ideas.

Devise some questions with your team that they can ask one another to help hold themselves true to your values. This is useful for creating a bit of shared accountability.

Keeping it real will keep you moving If you’re unused to talking about your values openly and honestly, these activities and discussions can feel a bit woolly or challenging to begin with. However, the more you do so, the more authentic and lived the values become.

And when your team know what you stand for and how they contribute to your purpose, it can motivate them – and most importantly, you – to stay focussed and true to what you are about, and particularly in difficult circumstances, help drive your organisation forward. CT

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Management | Productivity

Balancing acts How technology enables and restricts employees The New Zealand Productivity Commission (Te Komihana Whai Hua o Aotearoa) advises the Government on the best ways employees can be productive to support wellbeing and how technology benefits, but also disbenefits, the workplace.

The commission is an independent Crown Entity that started in 2011 after the New Zealand Productivity Commission Act was passed in 2010.

The commission conducts inquiries on topics the Government suggests, investigates how the topic can improve productivity over time, and lets the Government know the underlying issues involved.

The Government requested the commission to conduct an inquiry regarding technological change, disruption, and the future of work.

The commission wrote a final report with recommendations on how to improve productivity and support people’s wellbeing by understanding the benefits and disadvantages of technology in the workplace.

The benefits: • Technology creates many jobs for people, rather than replaces jobs • There isn’t much sign of an emerging technological disruption

• Aotearoa needs more advanced technology, as it benefits the economy and workplace productivity • Aotearoa is well-placed for faster technology adoption in some areas - Aotearoa’s policy settings generally support openness to ideas, goods, services, investment and skills.

The disadvantages: • Important skill levels in schools are decreasing • Due to the housing crisis it’s hard for some workers to move to better jobs • Businesses in general lack dynamism compared to other countries • Aotearoa should build on its strengths and address its weaknesses: - Policy changes could be created to prepare Kiwi individuals for the future of work, making training more flexible and accessible

- Update employment law to make people more aware of how technology is changing some workplaces and make it easier for employers (like contractors) to gain benefits like insurance and training opportunities.

that limit people’s ability to adopt technology

Read more about what the commission found when completing its inquiry here: www. productivity.govt.nz/inquiries/technology-andthe-future-of-work.

economic disadvantage for minorities

To conclude - technology matters for productivity and wellbeing, but also impacts the future of work.

technologies impacting Aotearoa’s social and

- Improve and increase the amount of careers advice and employment support that’s available

Firstly, the country is flexible, very skilled, and has a lot of support for people who can provide goods, services, data, ideas, technologies, and investments.

- Address the school system performance

However, Aotearoa also has its disadvantages

in the future and/or make it harder for some people to adapt to the technological changes.

For instance, there’s a poorer sociosuch as Maori and Pasifika communities, and Aotearoa (by international standards) seems less enthusiastic about emerging economic aspects.

A link to the final report can be found here: www.productivity.govt.nz/assets/ Documents/223e187413/At-a-glance_ Technological-change-and-future-ofwork.pdf

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Management | In Business

From rags to riches The rising rent shop industry

By Natasha Parrant

Young women selling or renting out their designer clothes to people as a side-income or business, known as the rent shop industry, has become steadily more popular over time.

includes marketing, updating her website, cleaning dresses, in-studio try-ons, and packaging/sending dresses away.

Her full-time job finishes at 4pm every day. “I am lucky this gives me enough time to do this after my full-time hours.”

Peyton began her side business when she attended university. There were only three other rental businesses at the time in the country that she knew about, she says.

Oh Rent Me director, Saejung Oh-Walsh, wanted a way to pay for the latest designer clothes she desired.

She and her friends always lent each other clothes, so they could always wear something different.

Her friends always borrowed her clothes, so she decided to charge random people for it.

Oh Rent Me started when she was studying at The University of Otago in 2015. Once she bought six pieces of designer garments, she created a collage of a small collection and posted it on Walk-in Wardrobe Facebook groups, which was when renting garments from others started happening, she says.

She rented from another rental company a couple of times and thought it’d be a great idea to buy clothes and rent them out to others. She started with five dresses and now has over 250 outfits in different sizes.

With the profits she was making, she would buy more clothes.

Saejung’s friend created her website for her. She explains how her full-time business works.

Once her platform got nationwide recognition, she realised she needed to focus on it full-time if it was going to be sustainable.

“You browse through our collection of 400+ garments on our website and select to rent for the date you want to wear the item.

“My side hustle began expanding very quickly and I found it rather messy and tiring to keep track of my orders and customers through Facebook.”

“We then ship it out to you during your week of rental. You enjoy wearing it and simply send it back in a prepaid courier bag that was inside with the dress back to us.”

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For Oh Rent Me to function there have to be events happening in Aotearoa. Saejung’s hired some staff members and thinks her business is sustainable to live on. A goal of hers is to be more inclusive in the brands this year, she says.

Rent for an Event founder, Peyton Louise, started her rental business in 2016.

She doesn’t run the rental business full-time, as she works 20 plus hours a week, which

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He oversees the running of the Auction House with Co- Director Rachel McLachlan and a team of five staff.

Leon, Rachel and their team offer an outstanding professional service for those who wish to sell or purchase items across all industries, including construction, machinery, farm machinery, engineering, vehicles, tools, steel, hospitality, catering, estates, general and more.

Customers are provided with guidance and support throughout the buying or selling auction process ensuring a smooth journey from start to finish.

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If you are wishing to buy or sell items and equipment, contact the experts at Mainland Auctions.

Presentation is foremost to the team, as is their outstanding customer service, and a friendly, accommodating approach to business.

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The Chamber

– 163 years of supporting Canterbury business The past two years have been enormously disruptive to the business environment in New Zealand.

We have slipped into a rut with the economy grinding to a halt and confidence levels akin to that of the Great Depression.

For the Canterbury region at least, it is not all doom and gloom. Our local economy has fared well compared to other regions, off the back of our strong primary and manufacturing sectors, and more so it is reflective of the sheer determination, innovation, and resilience of Cantabrians.

With the easing of restrictive measures and the reopening of the borders, there are exciting opportunities ahead for business and the Chamber will continue through our ongoing support and advocacy to help Canterbury businesses get back to business.

It is not without a thriving economy that we can have a thriving community – and that is the core principle that drives the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce.

The Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce (the Chamber), is the largest business support agency in the South Island with approximately 2,900 members.

Businesses are celebrated and recognised for the roles they play in our wider community – which is to provide jobs, with high wages, that contribute to the high quality of life that We want the Canterbury region to continue to we all enjoy, and that is contributing to a grow and prosper. larger proportion of domestic migration than It is quite special here, and that is only possible ever before. Selwyn and the Waimakariri are when businesses are operating at their full topping the charts. potential, economic conditions are conducive The Chamber has actively supported to growth and employers have the confidence thousands of businesses throughout the they need to grow; to invest in new staff, last two years as we have all navigated the purchase new equipment, to innovate. disruptions caused by Covid-19 restrictions.

The dividends of a strong business Our business advisors have answered well community are ever present in the Canterbury over 10,000 enquiries on navigating alert region. Much of the rebuild following the earthquakes has been by the region, for levels and traffic lights, and deciphering the region. employment and health and safety obligations

throughout the constant changes businesses have faced.

Our advocacy team were instrumental in helping to shape the original Covid-19 wage subsidy and the subsequent iterations, and have continued to strongly advocate for ongoing financial support measures while the country has remained in restrictive-tobusiness settings.

Our events and training team have hosted hundreds of workshops, information sessions and webinars keeping the business community informed at every step with the changing rules, and requirements.

We are proud to have helped provide clarity at a time that was anything but clear.

The Chamber has supported our members for over 163 years and today we continue to help inform, inspire, connect, and advocate for business.

As the pace of this picks up, our support has never been more important for the development of our region.

We keep businesses informed through our advisory services The Chamber is the largest provider of business advisory services in the South Island covering a wide remit including human resources, employment relations, health and safety, research and development grants, and immigration to just name a few.

Our team are experts in their respective fields and membership with the Chamber provides access to a significant amount of knowledge to empower and to build both business and individual capability, and to support opportunities for transformation and growth.

Businesses who join the Chamber have access to over 120 different resources ranging from human resource toolkits containing drug and alcohol policies, individual employment agreement templates, to guidelines on how to navigate important, but often overlooked, legislative requirements.

For many small businesses these can be superfluous until they become an issue, as some have experienced with vaccine mandates and the complexities of managing staff and understanding employer obligations, particularly when the legislative requirements are changing at pace with very little notice or support.

Our Covid-19 business support helpline has provided a constant flow of advice not just in the Canterbury region, but throughout New Zealand over the last two years.

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Sifting through myriad of announcements, complexities of legislative changes to rules and regulations, our team maintains a finger on the pulse on what decisions in Wellington will have what effect on business and keeps them informed.

Leadership | Canterbury Employers' Chamber of Commerce The Chamber is a not-for-profit membership-based service organisation that has been the home and voice of business in the Canterbury region since 1859. Comprised of over 2,900 member organisations that represent over 70,000 employees, The Chamber’s purpose is to empower people in business by providing advisory and consultancy support in employment relations, human resources, health and safety, international trade, manufacturing, migrant support, research and development grants, and training and development in many areas. www. thechamber.co.nz

For our manufactures and exporters, this year is an exciting opportunity as the borders reopen and the Government embarks on a significant itinerary of overseas delegations to promote and strengthen trade.

At the top of our advocacy agenda is encouraging and working with the Government to understand the crippling effect that the critical worker shortage is having on businesses, the urgency of the ‘immigration rebalance’, and ensuring that our education system is setup to grow our local pipeline of future workers.

We build capability and inspire The Chamber has a comprehensive training and events programme that equips employers with the tools to be more effective, more efficient and to remain at the forefront of any legislative and regulatory changes.

Pictured: Leeann Watson, chief executive of the Canterbury Employers' Chamber of Commerce.

This includes health and safety, employment relations, and human resources training,

courses in Te Reo Maori, how to have courageous conversations, and understanding and addressing the carbon footprint of your business.

We help to build the capability of our members and if there a knowledge gap, or an emerging issue in the business space, we provide the tools to navigate it.

We provide connections At the Chamber we connect our members directly to figures who have an impact on decision making at both a local and central government level, providing you with an opportunity to voice your opinion on topical matters with the people who have direct responsibility.

Throughout our history we have regularly hosted Prime Ministers, Leaders of the Opposition, and politicians of all colours and stripes.

This year as event gathering restrictions are lifted, we expect to ramp this back up and have a full programme ready to go, including opportunities for our members to engage with the Minister of Finance, the Governor of the Reserve Bank, and candidates in the lead up to the local government election in just a few months’ time.

Despite the changing environment throughout the last two years regularly disrupting the ability to have in-person events and trainings, our Chamber team delivered over three hundred training courses to members and hosted just under two hundred events.

The ability to reconnect with each other in the business community is now more important than ever as we emerge onto the other side of the Covid-19 era.

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Business advice Paul, having a blue-collar background himself, understands industries such as farming, forestry, construction and factory work. With this insight, he is able to see both the employee and employer perspective; this enables him to give clients sensible and pragmatic advice.

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Even beyond pricing, most people find lawyers a bit intimidating, impacting the working relationship and the eventual outcome. With PB Employment Law, you will work directly with its owner— To Paul Brown an employment lawyer with a reputation for his friendly, downto-earth approach to learning about clients and offering advice.

One area of employment law that employers often Here’s what you struggle with are can expect from PB the more serious Employment Law: disciplinary meetings where termination of 1. A free initial call. employment will be At the early stages it is always best to get some considered. Some of the reasons for this is advice before making a lack of knowledge any decisions, and and a fear of saying the PB Employment Law welcome calls from any wrong thing, which may business owner looking end up in a personal grievance, and that for some guidance and may end up costing direction. You will be speaking directly to Paul thousands to resolve.

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Leadership | Canterbury Employers' Chamber of Commerce With the easing of restrictive measures, our networking events will be soon be back, and provide an invaluable platform to mix and mingle with other likeminded businesses as we maximise the opportunities of a restrictionless New Zealand.

We advocate for outcomes that shape our local business environment to promote innovation, productivity, and economic growth The Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce is a powerful voice for businesses in the region.

Throughout the last three months we have successfully lobbied for targeted financial support for those businesses most impacted by the red setting of the COVID-19 Protection Framework.

We’ve pushed for an increase in critical worker border exemptions which opened up additional spots for our advanced manufacturers.

We contributed to the cacophony of businesses pushing for a reduction in self-isolation periods for household contacts, and a more pragmatic approach to the restrictive requirements that were originally imposed.

The advocacy team at the Chamber have significant experience in policy development and influencing decision making both within and outside of Parliament.

As founding members of the BusinessNZ Network, our affiliation with the New Zealand Chamber Network, and through our sister organisations, we are connected to decision makers up and down the country, and most importantly – in Wellington.

Hybrid training taking place at the Chamber headquarters.

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What is happening with business sales today?

Demand for profitable businesses continues to remain extremely high.

General businesses, meaning, Wholesale, Childcare, Home Based, Manufacturing, Import, Building, Contracting, Service and Transport continue to be highly popular industries that are keenly sought after.

After two years of Government lock downs and negative business policy, a very-high percentage of businesses have come through continuing to make good profits.

Yes, tourism, tourist towns and any business relying on overseas visitors have been hard hit, but on the positive, there are many more businesses that are making better bottomlines than ever.

We believe that the better bottom-line is being fueled by Kiwis not travelling overseas and choosing to spend their hard-earned money on items such as: household goods, household renovations, vehicles, boats etc.

In other words, spending money in NZ rather than overseas.

Many Kiwis have returned from overseas, which has also contributed to pushing up the demand for good profitable businesses.

Demand to buy businesses has never been greater in the last ten years!

Barker Business Brokerage have recently sold a range of general businesses in the $m to $30m price bracket. The demand for these businesses is very strong. In fact, we have buyers for businesses from $200,000 up to $500m.

With the border restrictions lifting, the outlook for 2022 is optimistic.

We have noticed three clear trends: • The majority of our business owner clients, prospective clients and contacts have rebounded from their past bad yearend results significantly over the last six months. Even clients in the tourism sector have witnessed a resurgence in bookings from domestic travelers

Maximising sales value As Business Brokers we are constantly asked to maximise a client’s sales value. It is a fair request and one that can be worked on years before the business is actively marketed. We have a number of ways which can be used to optimise value, but one of the most overlooked is in the accounts of a business.

Most businesses are value based on a multiple of their profits and demonstrating more profit will lead to more money when the business sells.

• After COVID, numerous owners are risk averse and sensing that 2022 is a suitable time to sell their business, due to operational challenges and pandemic One way to demonstrate more profit, burnout. They want to retire and enjoy the that many business owners overlook, is fruits of their hard labour normalising your profits. This means taking certain incomes and expenses out of the • With less opportunity for international buyers of companies, and NZ companies profit and loss statement to give a more accurate picture of the business operating not being able to easily grow overseas, costs. It is certainly worth taking the time to there is a strong appetite from large NZ do this because it can add thousands to the companies to buy revenue and earnings through acquisition. final value of your business.

Here at Barker Business Brokerage, we are experiencing a huge demand for good businesses, and we are selling many small businesses as well as businesses in the $5m to $50m price bracket. With our excellent marketing program and brokers expertise, we are often experiencing multi-offers which ensures that you are receiving the Best Possible Price on today’s market.

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Bringing in experts Normalising accounts is an area where it can be good to get expert help, from your accountant or Business Broker. Business Brokers regularly help businesses with this task and know where to look to find adjustments. For example, a broker will look in your "other expenses," where miscellaneous expenses that can be added to your EBITDA are often filed away.

Considering how much each of these addbacks can add to your bottom line, reaching out for help to maximise your profits is a great investment. Take the time to maximise your adjusted EBITDA at the start of the process to ensure any offer truly reflects the value of the business.

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Leading the way towards a better future Lincoln University may have begun life as a farming institution, but it has grown significantly since then, keeping pace as Aotearoa New Zealand’s economy continues to diversify.

The university’s mission is to ensure that future generations can cultivate their full potential and thrive in an ever-changing world.

This means providing world-class learning and research environments to nurture fresh solutions to real issues, while using the planet’s resources wisely and sustainably.

Lincoln achieves these aims through a broad mix of land-based subject areas that focus on the country’s largest export sectors, from agriculture to tourism, agribusiness, food production, property management and more.

Hands-on practical experience is key to a Lincoln education, from undergraduate to postgraduate level, as are opportunities for involvement in cutting-edge research projects.

Small class sizes mean that lecturers get to know their students by name, making for a truly thorough learning experience, where personalised assistance is always close at hand.

Strong industry partnerships offer invaluable connections with employers, meaning that students often secure jobs before even completing their qualifications.

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A commitment to sustainability

Lincoln research focuses primarily on responding to the nation’s need for greater innovation, productivity, resilience and sustainability. Collaborations with industry, iwi, government, community groups, Crown Research Institutes and other research networks are aimed at helping to overcome the challenges facing the landbased sectors.

Lincoln University is made up of a closeknit whãnau of around 3,000 students, supported by a team of academics, lecturers, researchers, and wellbeing experts.

At the heart of Lincoln’s teaching and research is a commitment to sustainability, and the university aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030 and carbon zero by 2050.

The university’s physical spaces – including leading-edge science and information technology laboratories, a comprehensive library, cafés, plus world-class sporting facilities and a fully equipped fitness centre – are matched by equally future-focused online learning resources.

Lincoln’s Sustainability Policy outlines its institution-wide commitment to be a leading organisation when it comes to promoting and staying congruent to sustainable practices.

The university’s expertise is used to help develop innovative technologies, advance Lincoln students gain the expertise to make public policy debates, improve land-based meaningful contributions to society at local, business practices, develop new goods and national and global levels, with graduates helping to shape environmental policies, develop services and design new ways of working sustainable practices in a range of sectors, and sustainably for the wellbeing of New Zealand and the world. solve issues relating to utilising resources.

Learning at Lincoln

The campus is always evolving to meet the needs of Lincoln students, who are often invited to provide input into decisions surrounding redevelopment projects.

As such, it is the only Aotearoa New Zealand university to feature in the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings, ranked 51st out of 956 other universities.

Learn more about Lincoln at www.lincoln.ac.nz

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It‘s 22 years since Min Sarginson Real Estate Ltd arrived on the main street of Lyttelton continuing the long -standing local tradition of real estate services in London street Min’s tenure at 15 London St saw her following in the footsteps of JD Bundy Ltd who had taken over the premises from Fred Sutton Real Estate who also ran the Lyttelton Investment Society. It was the Lyttelton Investment Society that provided the large secure safe which graces the front space of the building to this day.

Min’s business had to relocate to its present 53 London St location following the 2011 earthquakes. This cosy space complements Min’s offices at 154 Marine Drive in Church Bay. This gorgeous spot was where her business was first established in 1998.

Min now leaves the day-to-day sales tasks to her accomplished team of Tim Dunningham and Kate Hitchings. Tim joined the business in 2005 while Kate added a youthful perspective to the team in 2020. Their success has been quite outstanding and they have established a reputation for providing excellent service and results for their many clients.

Sally McOscar looks after the Property Management side of things with responsibility for rentals in the harbour and the city.

Meanwhile, Min is busy keeping abreast of the ever changing real estate industry compliance requirements. Under current legislation these include Anti Money Laundering and Privacy Act regulations in addition to managing the evolving requirements associated with Covid 19. Min still working? The answer is yes indeed, very much so. Min says she wouldn’t have it any other way.

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In addition to stocking a wide range of quality natural health products, over the counter medications and beauty essentials, Unichem Cashel also has the expertise to offer a range of health services. Come in and talk to us about appearance medicine, blood pressure checks, a number of vaccinations, oral contraceptives, medicine management, urinary tract infections and more.

We have also recently been working behind the scenes to get our store available to you virtually as ‘EzyPharmacy’. We are offering free delivery over $50 dollars and same day Christchurch City delivery on all orders placed before midday.

At Unichem Cashel, we are always available to discuss health conditions and medicines, provide advice on products and help you get the most from your medicines. Indeed, we always have a Pharmacist onsite, readily available to help with your health and wellness needs.

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Come in and talk to us about appearance medicine, blood pressure checks, a number of vaccinations, oral contraceptives, medicine management, urinary tract infections and more.

A quick snapshot of the services on offer at Cashel Pharmacy: Medicine management Are you confused about what your medications or supplements are for? Would you simply like more information about how your medication work?

Prescriptions We have a fully functioning dispensary.

Our pharmacists are qualified to dispense compounded prescriptions from your GP or Specialist. We are able to dispense all your prescriptions including Clozapine, Maviret, Methadone and Suboxone.

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Phone: 027 625 0377 | Email: michael@dgimorgan.co.nz | www.dgimorgan.co.nz

North Canterbury’s Automotive Glass Specialist!

Industrial and agricultural equipment glass, all vehicle types and all insurance work undertaken.

The team at Waimak Windscreens have over 60 years of combined experience in the industry and are able to make repairs to, or replace auto glass in everything from your family car to your caravan and from commercial vehicles to your cherished classic.

We also make life easy by offering loan vehicles so that you can get on with your day whilst we get on with the job at hand.

info@waimakwindscreens.co.nz • 0800 MGLASS (0800 645 277) 5 Southern Cross Rd, Rangiora • www.waimakwindscreens.co.nz

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Environmentally friendly building solutions It’s good to know that despite New Zealand’s remote location we are still privy to the latest global advancements in technologies, in this case heating and air ventilation systems.

Few would be able to match clients and their buildings with better solutions than Quality Building Services (QBS), which is a locally owned and operated company committed to delivering improved heating and ventilation systems to the local community.

Director Eddie Garden enjoyed many esteemed roles between entering the industry in 1989 and establishing QBS in 2011. He says people shouldn’t look at air conditioning, heating and ventilation systems as “just another appliance”.

Enlisting the help of a professional service provider like QBS makes all the difference when it comes to clients receiving maximum value for investment.

This is QBS’ main priority and what led Eddie to establish a company that offers a luxury many large companies can’t – taking the time to not rush through the job list.

Choosing the right system is key Not only is the right solution key to how inviting and comfortable your building is and how expensive it is to run, it is even believed to improve the health of the building’s inhabitants.

A common mistake non-professionals make, Eddie says, is not realising that there are different solutions specific to different climatic and functional conditions. The wrong choice can be costly.

About the company Quality Building Services provides commercial and industrial air conditioning and mechanical and ventilation systems, including: • Design and installation • IQP inspections • Preventative and proactive maintenance services • Energy saving assessments and implementations • Project management services • Peer reviews • Fault finding and repairs • Electrical services.

Newer buildings and buildings in warmer climates require a lower-watt appliance – but someone inexperienced could unknowingly select a higher-powered option that ends up costing them more than it needs to for the same amount of output.

Placement is another key factor when it comes to optimal function. Poor positioning could result in a solution that is ineffective at either

cooling, drying, ventilating or warming the space, yet still costly to run.

QBS only uses systems from major brands like Fujitsu, Mitsubishi Electric and Daikin that have decades-long records of success in local settings and climates.

The company ensures its staff attend all the latest training and education seminars provided by industry heavyweights and also conducts in-house reviews to monitor the effectiveness of the systems it uses.

As proof of its commitment to improving the community’s quality of life, QBS has sponsored the Canterbury Rugby Union with

its systems since 2012 and is one of very few companies who have maintained carbonzero certification since its establishment.

From August 2017, QBS will be operating out of a new, larger premises in Wilsons Road, Waltham from where it can increase its workshop capabilities.

Quality Building Services 3/308 Wilsons Road Christchurch (03) 365 8943 0274 381 440 eddie@qbsl.co www.qbsl.co.nz

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QUALITY BUILDING SERVICES LIMITED QBS are committed to improving outstanding quality heating, ventilation and air conditioning solutions and services to all our customers. Attention to detail not only gives staff pride in their work, but provides our customers with exceptional solutions.

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Groundwork Driveway Specialists Groundwork Driveway Specialists have an exciting reason to celebrate shortly, as they approach their 20-year anniversary of being in operation.

Being in business for 20 years is no small feat and Rick and Dee-Ann Bolton credit their longstanding success and admirable reputation to a combination of resilience, team focus, and the practical ability to get the job done right with a great finish to all projects. Customer satisfaction is key.

It all started 20 years ago with director Rick Bolton’s passion for concrete. Rick had been in the industry for all his life doing everything from Commercial and Residential building to drainage and asphalt, full road construction, operating excavators under all conditions and gained his Masters Truck License. He saw the opportunity to start up operations as Groundwork Driveway Specialists with just himself on tools and machinery, the equipment rented, then eventually hiring two employees so he could focus on developing the business from the ground up!

Currently, Groundwork Driveway Specialists have developed into running a full extensive fleet of trucks and excavators, the latest tools and machinery and now hires 18 experienced and skilled staff.

Having been in the industry for so long the team works with many repeat customers and have established solid relationships with all the different facets of the industry including Housing Companies, Architects, Builders, Landscapers and Developers for both Residential and Commercial Construction Projects. New customers are welcomed with the same positive focus and attention to detail.

One aspect that has been key for the business is having experienced staff. Many have been with them throughout the journey. During this time staff members have developed a career they are passionate in and can be very proud of. The team and company has grown together which has been a key attribute to their success. The Groundwork Specialist crews work together to provide a streamlined process

Big or small Groundwork Driveway’s does it all! Having worked on numerous residential and commercial construction projects over the years including:

• Rick is your first point of contact for quotes and design advice

• Christchurch Town Hall reconstruction

• Excavation and preparation

• Fuel Courts and commercial parking areas throughout the South Island • Pouring concrete in Fiji • Avonhead earthquake memorial

• Concrete or asphalt placed

• Walkways, paths and crossings in various residential developments

• Sealing and finishing.

• Housing New Zealand Units • Car parks and entranceways

Groundwork Driveway Specialists can provide the full hard landscaping package for your new or existing projects or work in with you to assist in creating functional, aesthetically pleasing driveways paths and patios ,service areas and carparks. No job too big or small Groundwork loves both a challenge and standard off the plan projects.

To give you inspiration and confidence in your Hard Landscaping options we showcase • Exposed aggregate • Coloured concrete • Decorative or standard cut and grout • Plain concrete and asphalt.

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• Southern Motorway in Christchurch

• Thousands of Driveways, Paths and Patios for home owners and developers and builders throughout Canterbury.

Through all the different jobs Groundwork has completed they still and will always have a passion for private residential work and they enjoy being a part of the new build or reconstructions of numerous Christchurch homes and buildings.

Groundwork driveway Specialists have a core focus on driveways, paths and patios, and no matter the job Rick can meet you on site or work off your plans and is involved every step of the way. Their customer focus is sustained from start of the job through to completion.

As they always say, “We put the Groundwork in, so you don’t have to!”

For stress-free concreting with the best finish, work with Christchurch-based Groundwork Driveway Specialists for a professional and convenient approach every time.

The team look forward to hearing how they can help with all your exciting new projects coming up, for a free quote give us a call at 0800 URDRIVE (8737483) For Inspiration and Contact refer to Groundwork Driveways on Facebook or www.groundwork.net.nz

We put the Groundwork in, so you don’t have to!

Canterbury owned and operated since 2003, Groundwork has stood the test of time with consistent reliability, professionalism and efficiency.

Reputable

We offer the full package from the start of project to the finished product.

Feel free to ask around as we have thousands of happy customers.

Recognisable Look for our staff and vehicles in most sub divisions and construction sites in the canterbury region. Our staff are friendly and approachable.

We work with your building company, architect, builder or off your plans or we can advise you on renovations or new builds.

We offer a design and quote service either off your plan or on site.

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• Crossings and Entranceways • Carparks and Forecourts • Outdoor Entertainment Areas

Efficiency and organisation are key to making the process of laying your concrete paths, patios or driveway as stress free as possible.

• Site Scrapes • Landscape Packages

Reassurance With over 30 years in the construction industry, from roading through to building, our staff are all trained to the highest standards using the latest well maintained machinery to bring you the best quality job at the most affordable price.

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INTERCEPT (GROUP OF COMPANIES)

The ability to provide a wide range of products and services nationwide.

Intercept was founded in October of 2016 by Karl Chapman, who has worked in the security industry for the past 18 years. Having originally started as a security company offering services such as static guards and mobile patrols the company soon started to take on a different shape offering services that met the needs of their clients.

Alarm monitoring, alarm servicing and alarm response, partnered along with their CCTV installation and servicing plans were the next to be supplied as clients started to trust the Intercept brand and could see the continued level of professional service being offered. They now have teams working throughout the company providing multiple products and services across New Zealand.

The Company has licensed security officers, a passionate and committed team who take responsibility, have the highest level of honesty, integrity and work to achieve the outcome their clients expect. Intercepts staff are proud to offer their clients a “onestop- protection shop” as the team makes it easy for both current and prospective clients to deal with just one company, rather than multiple companies for different products and services.

The company is constantly testing new systems and coming up with efficient and effective ways of doing things to provide that continued high quality service. Staff are also qualified first aiders, Site Safe trained and certified fire safety officers. This diversification allows our teams to meet the clients needs across many different areas.

Intercepts Hire Division kicked off with the ability to provide portacoms, portaloos, temporary fencing, crowd control barriers and much more not only to their construction sector clients but also their event and one-off clients who just need that little bit of extra help to get the job done The recruitment side of the Intercept brand offers clients the ability to bring on that extra pair of hands when you need it. Intercept has hammer hands, 40 | www.canterburytoday.co.nz

Company has licensed “ The security officers, a passionate

and committed team who take responsibility, have the highest level of honesty, integrity and work to achieve the outcome their clients expect.

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warehouse pick/packers, forklift drivers, devanners, plumbers, painters, plasterers etc. You name it and Intercept will provide it. If they can’t then they will find someone who can.

Intercept has a fire and protection division available as well. The team can assist workplaces with a no obligation consultation and free quote to ensure their workplace is adequately covered.

They can conduct annual fire equipment checks and Intercept can assist with a Building Warrant of Fitness (BWOF) compliance to ensure the safety of the building for employees and those in the building. Intercept can also assist with the education of Companies wanting to introduce drug and alcohol testing at their workplace to create a safe environment for their employees.

Anyone interested in any of the mentioned products or services can email info@intercept.co.nz or call 0800 903 903 to speak to either Karl Chapman or Shaun Grant at any time of the week.

YOUR ONE-STOP SHOP Providing the highest level of products and services all in one place so you can keep that continued peace of mind.

• Mobile Patrols

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• Drug & Alcohol Testing

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• Alarm Installs

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Reach Out To Our Friendly Team Today 0800 903 903

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We believe a beautiful kitchen creates a place for family and friends to gather with love.

Adrian Kay has owned and operated Dream Doors Christchurch since 2012.

Dream Doors Christchurch has won the Dream Doors New Zealand Franchisee of the year, every year from 2013.

Dream Doors Christchurch also won the prestigious Westpac Franchise Association of New Zealand “Franchisee of the year – Home Services” in 2017, and now have just won the “Westpac New Zealand Franchise Awards 2021” for Excellence in Customer Engagement.

Dream Doors specialises in renovating and replacing kitchens as well as designing for new builds. We understand

the importance of creating a fabulous and functional space in the heart of your home for you and your family. Spending time together is one of the greatest investments you can make. Something amazing happens when you prepare and share food.

Whether you require our facelifting approach to modernise your kitchen, with new benchtops, doors and drawer’s fronts, or you require new cabinetry and layout, we will work with you to achieve your needs within your budget.

We will present you with a wide range of NZ made beautiful, quality product choices, and guide you

through the decision-making process.

The Dream Doors team prioritise keeping disruption to a minimum for you and your family, with facelifting services often completed within one or two days. With an experienced and dedicated team, we are the trusted choice for your kitchen requirements.

Adrian and his team of skilled tradesman take great pride in their work and are ready to help you make your New Kitchen or Kitchen Renovation dreams come true. So, what are you waiting for? Get in contact with us today to supply all your kitchen renovating needs.

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WE ARE DEDICATED TO THE SAFETY OF YOUR STAFF, CONTRACTORS AND THE PUBLIC. With more than 50 years’ experience in the construction sector we are well aware of the needs of the industry. This means we realise how important the safety of your best asset – your staff – is to you and your company’s future.

So, as a local company servicing New Zealanders in the construction industry, we are committed to the safety of your staff.

And when you deal with us you’re dealing with the owner, which means you receive a superior and speedy service – every time.

Our extensive construction knowledge ensures we understand local compliance issues and we realise how critical your deadlines are and we guarantee to be on time – check out our Secureguarantee.

LOOKING FOR STAFF, LAUNCH YOUR SEARCH WITH US! Use the most cost effective and easiest job site in New Zealand. Now with a new and improved website making things even easier, ensuring you get quality applicants, everytime!

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ASBESTOS REMOVAL CHRISTCHURCH Complete Asbestos Solutions are committed to continual improvement in asbestos removal & testing standards, quality, safety and efficiency. Our services are guaranteed and are offered at highly competitive prices.

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COMPETIVE PRICES Competitive prices - Obligation free quotes and advice - No job is too small

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A team of renovation specialists working hard to bring your renovation dreams to life - Whether that is supplying and installing a custom made shower or complete bathroom renovation - we take the stress and uncertainty away.

Aspiring Kitchens & More are a family owned, independent kitchen design and installation company in Christchurch with a wealth of experience in renovation projects.

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Wises Community Pharmacy COME AND SEE US FOR ALL YOUR PHARMACY NEEDS, 155 WILLS STREET NEXT TO COUNTDOWN

Wises Community Pharmacy has been an institution in Ashburton for the past 25 years and has established a tradition of great customer service allied to its core values of convenience, value and better health outcomes for its patrons.

Whether it’s a simple prescription or something more complicated, you can rely on us for great advice, professional service and complete discretion.

OPEN Mon - Fri: 8:30am - 6pm Sat: 9am - 1pm | Sun: 10 am - 1pm

We provide a comprehensive range of services including: • Blister packing • Vaccinations • A full range of professional services • Free local delivery • A great range of vitamins and minerals.

Our goal is to provide cutting edge professional pharmacy practices and advice married with excellent customer service to ensure that you are receiving the absolute best healthcare available.

You can rely on us for great

You can also shop instore or online with our website, and we offer a very generous loyalty scheme that can really add up for our regular customers.

P: 03 308 6733 F: 03 308 6755 E: wises@community-pharmacy.co.nz www.wisespharmacy.nz

Shop online or get your prescription dispensed with us and we'll be able to deliver your order directly to your door if you wish.

Recently we have been updating our service provision and now provide all the most up to date pharmacy services including vaccinations and medicine reviews amongst others. We also have introduced a comprehensive range of natural health products to our shop, and we have free local delivery available now with Ashburton.

advice, professional service and complete discretion.

So if you take your health seriously and want a pharmacy that does the same, please come and see us at Wises Community Pharmacy, where we will always strive to give you convenience, value and better health outcomes.

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Cartwrights have qualified advisors specialising in Insurance, Business Insurance, Life & Health, First Home Buyers, Property Investment and much more.

Cartwrights provide you with the knowledge and experience to help you make better insurance and mortgage decisions. We have access to an extensive range of policies and products.

Cartwrights help you through the whole process of managing your claims.

Making sure you get the best result possible.

OUR PRODUCTS • PERSONAL INSURANCE

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ASHBURTON 107 Tancred Street, Ashburton, New Zealand Phone. 03 307 9700 Email. info@cartwrights.co.nz

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Securing businesses’ return to the CBD As we edge closer to a new post-COVID normal and the CBD returns to pre-pandemic levels of vitality, it’s a logical time for businesses in the city to be reviewing their security plans, writes FIRST Security’s Southland Regional Manager, Chris Harris.

With easing COVID restrictions accompanied by new challenges, such as a ‘cost of living crisis’ and associated increases in property crime, the 2022 security landscape is in many ways unprecedented.

For retailers, the challenges are two-fold.

A recent survey from Coresight Research indicated that two-thirds of consumers planned to continue avoiding public places after the end of restrictions, with shopping centres topping the list of places they won’t go. Making shoppers feel safe and secure becomes a key ingredient in attracting customers back to retail premises.

Uniformed security officers, for example, provide a reassuring presence and a helpful resource to assist customers through premise entry procedures, such as front-of-store queuing arrangements, and mask wearing and physical distancing requirements.

Importantly, given the spate of incidents reported in the media recently involving aggression and violence against retail staff attempting to enforce mask wearing arrangements, a security presence makes good health and safety sense.

The other pressing challenge for retailers is protecting their stock from theft. 1,402 more thefts were reported in New Zealand in 2021 than the year before. Retail offences in Christchurch rose by 14.2 percent.

With annual inflation having just hit a threedecade high at 5.9 percent, the cost of living hike is likely to lead to continuing high rates of property crime, such as shoplifting and theft.

For commercial property owners and their tenants, it’s about deterring criminal activity and providing a safe environment for people working in and visiting your premises.

Security officers and mobile security patrols provide a visible presence and deterrent to antisocial and criminal behaviours, and they can also ensure effective monitoring of your premises and its surroundings for potential issues and reporting of any incident requiring escalation – during and/or after hours.

Many businesses also take the opportunity to use security officers to escort staff between carpark and foyer. With many workers now returning to the city after becoming accustomed to working from home, such measures can make a real difference.

FIRST Security is trusted to provide security guarding and patrol services for a diverse range of retail and commercial precincts across the country. Our fully vaccinated officers are trained in customer service, wayfinding, detecting risks and suspicious behaviour, responding to incidents, de-escalating potential conflict situations, and in supporting clients’ facilities management requirements.

If you’d like to discuss how security guarding and patrols can protect your people and assets while also enhancing the customer and employee experience, feel free to get in touch with us.

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We have extensive coverage throughout New Zealand, and our commitment to customer service is proven. It’s the reason thousands of customers trust us to protect their people and assets safely every day.

We can help your business with: Officers & Guards Concierge & Customer Service Mobile Patrols Event Security

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Leadership | Canterbury Employers' Chamber of Commerce There are 11 mayoral chains and 121 seats at council tables in the Canterbury region up for grabs.

The Chamber will be setting down our expectations ahead of the election and providing resources, including mayoral forums, to aid our members in making an informed decision.

Choosing the right people for the job is particularly important as we expedite recovery and continue to position our city as the best in New Zealand to both live and to do business.

Christchurch is in a unique position to leverage ourselves on the world stage as a city of opportunity and choice.

Christchurch city centre pre-Covid. Image supplied courtesy of ©dekdoi/123RF.COM

Members of the Chamber are part of a collective voice that is actively engaging with officials, Members of Parliament and other key decision makers on a daily basis.

Leeann Watson, the Chief Executive of the Chamber, is also a member of the Small Business Council, Trade for All Advisory Group, the Future of Local Government Business Reference Group, and the Future of Work Forum which all regularly provide advice and feedback to Ministers.

Representation of Canterbury business interests in Wellington is important and a fundamental part of what we do, because too often the South Island can be overlooked when it needs to be at the forefront.

Our core premise when it comes to advocacy is to promote sensible and pragmatic policy

that facilitates an environment that is conducive with rampant inflation and cost pressures to economic growth. striking blow after blow on business, and the critical worker shortage continues to have a We do not support policy that makes it more crippling effect. difficult for businesses to operate, or piles on additional pressures at a time where Some of the other big issues we are focusing businesses just want to get on with it. on this year are largely centered around If businesses do not feel confident to expand, to invest and are constantly on the back foot then they simply will not.

The easing of Covid restrictions and the gradual reopening of New Zealand’s border are significant steps in our recovery and reconnection with the rest of the world.

Our main priority for the year ahead is to ensure this is supported by a clear and coherent economic plan.

The reality is economic conditions in New Zealand are not in a particularly good shape

economic recovery.

The impending decisions from the Government on the immigration rebalance will either release or pull the handbrake on the crippling critical worker shortage the entire country has been facing.

We have a diverse economy that supports us exceptionally well in times of crisis, underpinned by a strong agricultural, export and manufacturing base, coupled with new and emerging sectors that are innovative and word leading.

Remaining alluring and competitive to retain not only our young people, but to also attract the right businesses, skills and talent is crucially important to grow our economy.

The Chamber is proud to support our members with seizing the opportunities ahead as we recover, reconnect, and reposition ourselves on the world stage.

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We are also going to ensure that employment legislation in New Zealand does not eturn to the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber 1970s with regressive ‘fair’ pay agreements. of Commerce The local government elections this year are 0800 50 50 96 fast approaching with potential candidates www.thechamber.co.nz already emerging from the woodwork.

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Unichem Elmwood Pharmacy At Unichem Elmwood Pharmacy we really value your health. It is our philosophy to work with you and your doctors to ensure the best possible health outcome.

We have excellent and caring staff providing a comprehensive range of professional services including blister packing, vaccinations, INR testing and men’s health services amongst others.

If you are feeling unwell, in self-isolation, or feeling vulnerable and keen to stay home, we can deliver your prescription medication and health products.

If you have elderly neighbours who may not see this, please let them know.

Phone: (03) 355 9479 3 Normans Road, Strowan Open 8:30am - 6:00pm Mon - Fri

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In addition to stocking a wide range of quality natural health products, over the counter medications and beauty essentials, your Unichem Elmwood pharmacist has the expertise to offer a range of health services.

Come in and talk to us about Coeliac disease testing, blood pressure checks, a number of vaccinations, bowel health screening, medicine management, warfarin monitoring and more.

Your Unichem Elmwood pharmacist is always available to discuss health conditions and medicines, provide advice on products and help you get the most from your medicines.

We are also committed to providing excellent advice on all your health concerns and stock a full range of complementary medicines to ensure you can get what you need to feel better.

So whether your needs are simple or complex, we are here to make your

pharmacy a place where you feel valued and listened to. Come and talk to our experienced and professional staff and see what we could do for you.

Your Unichem Elmwood pharmacist is always available to discuss health conditions and medicines, provide advice on products and help you get the most from your medicines.

Unichem proudly supports Look Good Feel Better, a charity providing free, practical support to women with cancer. Our other Unichem pharmacies support a wide range of other charities based on the community.

Metalcraft Roofing

Aztec Profile – in colorsteel

A roof is not just a roof; something the team at Metalcraft Roofing knows all too well.

New Zealand Steel, Galvsteel®, Zincalume®, Colorsteel®, Endura® and Colorsteel® Maxx®.

Gates are available to compliment the Metalcraft Fencing system.

The nationwide company has been manufacturing innovative and stylish metal roofing and cladding products for the residential and commercial markets since the 1950s.

Metalcraft’s primary niche product is its Espan® profile, which has been designed for style and performance and features high ribs, creating defined shadow lines and providing superior weather performance.

Metalcraft fencing is designed for easy assembly and installation which makes it perfect for the home DIY handyman.

Today the company operates 12 branches throughout the country and has firmly established itself as New Zealand’s largest and most-established privately owned building product rollformer and installer, offering an extensive range of longrun roofing profiles, light-weight metal tiles and rainwater system solutions.

Another new product for Metalcraft Roofing is its Kāhu® roofing and cladding profile, which can add elegance, strength and style to any residential or commercial project.

Kāhu® is designed for roofs with a 3° minimum pitch and as both horizontal and vertical wall cladding.

Metalcraft Roofing offers a wide range of metal roofing and cladding options, which are all backed by solid manufacturing and installation warrantees. Its roofing and rainwater systems are manufactured from

They also manufacture the Metalcraft Fencing system which is a high quality, attractive and cost-effective fencing solution suitable for domestic, rural and industrial applications.

Metal fencing is virtually maintenance free and does away with the need to repaint.

SO MUCH MORE THAN ROOFING...

For more information check out their website www.metalcraftgroup.co.nz or ring 03 349 7350 and speak with one of the team who love to talk about their products.

Metalcraft Roofing manufactures and installs a range of high-quality products, including: • metal roofing and cladding • metal tiles

• metal guttering and spouting

• steel purlins, girts and tophats • metal fencing

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Experience Ford like never before Following years of construction due to earthquake damage and redevelopment of our site to facilitate the South Frame Greenway, Team Hutchinson Ford’s dealership renovation is complete.

Team Hutchinson Ford's services are all about commitment, convenience, reliability, and no awful surprises. Customers can feel stressfree knowing their car/vehicle is going to be serviced by trained technicians using the latest Ford diagnostic equipment. We know our Fords like the back of our hands.

While exploring the Greenway, you will discover the impressive Ernest Rutherford mural on our Colombo Street facing exterior wall. This masterpiece was installed as part of the Flare Otautahi Street Art Festival and really is a sight to behold.

“We believe we have the best dealership in Services provided also include vehicle Christchurch with all the new development sales, personalising your Ford Ranger, New that has gone on around us. We also believe Zealand’s best Mustang specialists, vehicle services, Ford finance, and Bridgestone tyres. the Central City vehicle franchise dealers are an integral part of the city’s fabric. We Having occupied our site on Tuam Street service forty to fifty cars a day so at least for generations, our state-of-the-art forty to fifty people come into the Central dealership now features a performance City each day and often head into town to go showroom,convenient parking and an shopping. We also have over sixty staff onsite onsite cafe meaning we are ready to serve who shop in the city. So, we create activity. customers for another 100 years.

And all franchise dealers do that,” says Team Come in for a visit and discover our extensive Hutchinson Ford’s dealer principal and CEO range of new, used, and performance John Hutchinson. vehicles. You can also enjoy a coffee and Team Hutchinson Ford is so much more a bite to eat at Parts & Labour Café; Team than ‘just a car dealership’, so come and Hutchinson Ford’s onsite café situated in the experience it for yourself! You’ll find us at inner city sanctuary created by the native 186 Tuam Street in the heart of the city. plants and ample seating on the Greenway.

Be sure to follow us on social media to keep up to date with us throughout the exciting year ahead. You can find our social media links here: https://www.facebook.com/ TeamHutchinsonFord/ https://www.instagram.com/ teamhutchinsonford/?hl=en And check out our website here: https://www.teamhutchinsonford.com/

Experience Ford like never before Our dealership renovation is complete. Featuring a Performance Showroom, and convenient parking, we are ready to serve customers on Tuam Street for another 100 years.

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Come in for a visit and discover our extensive range of new, used, and performance vehicles today.

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Destinations | Southern Experience The grandeur of the rugged South, a certain breed of impressive yet some degree intimidating, is highlighted as one of the best spots Kiwis have visited during their recent domestic travels.

Winter in the wild south

And there’s really nowhere prettier than the South-West corner of the South Island during winter.

Fiordland, located in the South-West corner of the South Island is a spot not to be missed, home to Fiordland National Park, a recognised World Heritage Site, that is without a doubt one of the most breathtaking areas in all of New Zealand.

If you’re a keen hiker, tramper, explorer or simply have an appreciation for spectacular scenery and nature Fiordland National Park is an absolute must see destination.

The South Island holds some of the most magical treasure troves in all of Aotearoa, brimming with the unique and spectacularly jaw dropping scenery New Zealand is renowned for.

One of the hiccups of Covid is it preventing Kiwis from jumping on a plane and travelling overseas (very sorry for the reminder) and

whilst this was a restrictive sore spot for many, it also gave us as Kiwis the unique experience to explore what is right under our very feet, our beautiful Aotearoa.

According to research from Tourism NZ, more than 60 percent of Kiwis have visited somewhere new in the past year, which is absolutely fantastic, considering some Kiwi’s hadn’t even visited the South Island prior to this.

Aden Motel, Te Anau; Your Fiordland Gateway to both Milford and Doubtful Sounds.

Your hosts, Irene Benfell & David Herron, welcome you to Aden Motel, situated in the beautiful Te Anau township.

Aden Motel is a 12-unit, ground-floor complex consisting of 7 studio units, 3 x 1-bedroom units and 2 x 2-bedroom units.

All units are spacious, smokefree and offer cooking facilities. Plus we now offer a 3 Bedroom Cottage (sleeps up to 8 People) next to the Motel called Heron’s Cottage.

Our rooms have a Kiwiana theme.

Most units have full cooking facilities.

Ample parking, guest laundry, playground, car and luggage storage and a BBQ for

those lovely summer nights is available.

Free wireless internet in rooms. Pets by arrangement, please ask.

Let us help you to organise day trips to Milford/Doubtful Sounds, glowworm caves, horse trekking, jet-boating and many more activities Te Anau offers.

Nestled beside one of New Zealand’s largest lakes and surrounded by magnificent scenery, Te Anau is the one true gateway to the Fiordland National Park. Whether you have come to enjoy the spectacular Milford or Doubtful Sounds or to hike the Milford, Kepler, Routeburn or Hollyford tracks, we know you will leave with fond memories. Aden Motel is the ideal place to stay while you’re experiencing this magical part of New Zealand.

It has been carved out by glaciers that are thousands of years old creating a magical landscape in which waterfalls flow over metres of intrepid landscapes which include glimmering lakes and peaks that have been totally untouched- they look exactly as they did when they were first formed thousands of years ago.

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And there’s really nowhere prettier than the SouthWest corner of the South Island during winter.

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Why not plan a hike on one of New Zealand’s most infamous walks, the Milford, Route burn or Kepler tracks, all located within the national park?

Or, if you prefer a more relaxed way to see the national park, booking in on the iconic lake cruise could be the way to go, or even viewing the sights from up top, on a chartered helicopter of fixed wing planehow spectacular! CT

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Focus On | Timaru

Market boom in Timaru

The Timaru residential market is known for offering a large variation of properties for all preferences and budgets.

The market has remained fairly reasonable considering the soaring prices in main centres elsewhere throughout New Zealand, however

new figures suggest that this steadiness has in fact risen quite definitely and is expected to continue so, as house prices boom during the start of 2022.

The median house price in the Timaru District has hit a 30-year high as figures show an $88,000 surge compared to 12 months ago.

A Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) monthly property report reveals the median house price in the Timaru District was $508,000 for February 2022, up from $440,000 in January 2022, and $420,000 in February 2021.

The factors which have caused the spike, which is the highest in the region since records begun in 1992, include a relatively buoyant market which trends towards prices rising over a gradual timeframe. Buoyancy is generally a result of positive economic activity in a region.

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The real estate market’s performance is directly tied to the local economy, and we’re seeing some good signs.

Industrial Automation Irrigation & Dairy Automation Wireless Fixed Grid Sprinklers Data & Wireless Installations

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REINZ ambassador for Timaru, Julian Blanchard feels that despite major economic setbacks such as Covid-19 the performance is high, “The real estate market’s performance is directly tied to the local economy, and we’re seeing some good signs,” he said.

Canterbury is well established as an attractive region for residential and investment property purchasers’, for the lifestyle as well as

comparatively more affordable prices. Modern developments popping up around the Timaru region such as Showground Hill are also adding layers of desirability to the region. The site set to open in October of this year has confirmed Bunnings Warehouse, Black & White Coffee Cartel, Look Sharp and St Pierre’s Sushi as new tenants for the complex.

Pressure has been mounting for adequate new residentially zoned land to be approved, allowing the construction of new sub divisions to keep up with the demand of the property market and attract new people into the market such as first home buyers and young families.

Venture Timaru chief executive, Nigel Davenport, told Stuff “One of the key decisions to be made when looking to both move to or stay in the area, is ensuring we have ongoing availability of both attractive and affordable housing and rental stock which, given our heated housing market, is also an issue for us.”

Blanchard expressed that the jump in medium price was in part due to a number of higher than average sales in the past month which drove the medium price up to the mid $400,000 figure.

Dozens of homes around Timaru have now reached the coveted one-million dollar mark, a figure which a few years ago would seem unimaginable in the region.

With expected values predicted to continue to rise, buyers seem more aware that ‘affordability’ in terms of housing is become more and more scarce. CT

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Real Estate | Mike Pero Real Estate Rangiora

Mike Pero Real Estate Rangiora It has been a whirlwind couple of years for Mike Pero Real Estate Rangiora, which launched a little over two years ago with high expectations, 8 weeks after opening Adrian & Amber ran straight into the 1st Covid lockdown, then bounced back with vigour to become one of the country’s top-performing branches. With all the restrictions covid-19 has created since their opening, real estate has been a challenging industry to make a mark in – but they have succeeded.

Husband and wife team Adrian and Amber Louttit opened the business in January 2020 having done all the groundwork needed to make it a success.

With four children aged 11, 8, 7, and nearly 3 – there is never a dull moment for the Louttit family, and they wouldn’t have it any other way!

The business has gone from strength to strength, and now the sales team of 6 fully licensed salespeople are servicing a far bigger territory than when they opened.

From Rangiora to Oxford, Ashley to West Eyreton, Darfield to Springfield, and from Kirwee to Lake Coleridge. If you want to talk real estate, then give the team a call as they are always happy to chat.

The team have been selling properties at a brisk pace in all regions over the past 2 years, as have agents around the country, although a hot market doesn’t explain Mike Pero Rangiora’s rise within it.

“Canterbury is such a vibrant place to live appealing to sellers – as much as 25 per cent and raise a family. We have got so many lower than most competitors’ – and there is friendly communities, and we love seeing the the unparalleled marketing that Mike Pero whole area grow and thrive,” Amber says.

Real Estate offer, reaching more potential buyers with every listed property being Adrian agrees, crediting their passion for advertised on national TV. They have a wide the region with much of the enjoyment they gain from their work. “It makes it so easy to range of social media marketing options on support locals and small businesses like our offer, as well as the latest technology when it comes to property photography, video and own,” he says. fully interactive 3D walkthrough.

Adrian already had ten years’ experience Mike Pero Rangiora also acts as a oneselling residential and lifestyle properties stop shop for real estate, with finance and in North Canterbury, and he knew they insurance options available through Mike were onto a good thing with Mike Pero and Pero Mortgages. They have a very close everything the brand has to offer Buyers relationship with their local broker who is & Sellers. The company’s fees are highly

very skilful in his dealings with non-bank finance as well as the usual lenders, which can significantly widen options for buyers in the current climate where lending can be difficult to obtain.

Working alongside Adrian and Amber in the Rangiora, Oxford and Darfield franchises is Ethan, Hazel, Steph and Natarsha, with Steph living and working in the greater Darfield area. The team have been selling properties at a brisk pace in all regions over the past 2 years, as have agents around the country, although a hot market doesn’t explain Mike Pero Rangiora’s rise within it.

Recently awarded Premiere Franchise Status within the Mike Pero group, Adrian & Amber have also won the coveted “Agent of the year” for Rangiora. The Rangiora office won the “Agency of the year” for Rangiora and the Mike Pero Real Estate Rangiora Office placed in the Top 100 offices in the country.

All of which are amazing achievements for Adrian, Amber and their highly skilled team.

“We know the areas we specialise in; we know the market and we stay beside our clients every step of the way to give them the experience they expect and deserve” “We manage a large database of buyers,” Adrian says. “To make the connection with sellers and see all the smiles and happy tears is extremely rewarding, to be able to exceed our clients’ expectations in outcome and service is a great feeling. That’s what we strive for”.

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We know the areas we specialise in; we know the market and we stay beside our clients every step of the way to give them the experience they expect and deserve.

The team at Mike Pero Real Estate Rangiora, Oxford and Darfield are Real Estate Specialists, they love talking Real Estate, they are passionate about helping people and have a wealth of knowledge in the Waimakariri & Selwyn Districts. Free market appraisals are offered, and they would love a chance to help you with your real estate goals.

For a free appraisal or to find out more about the market, call Mike Pero Rangiora on 03 3137775 or 0508 237 426, visit them at 5 Durham St, Rangiora, or go online to rangiora.mikepero.com.

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Destinations | Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa

Take time out for yourself at Opuke

By Natasha Parrant

“Find your inner child with our crazy river and leap of faith plunge pool or slow down the pace and take refuge in our iconic star lit caves and relaxation pools.”

Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa is the latest wellness destination offering a beautiful escape where guests can enjoy the pools, experience an incredible spa, and dine poolside in Methven, Canterbury, an hour out of Christchurch city.

It is the first facility of its kind where the water is heated by its impressive solar farm.

The Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa marketing co-ordinator, Olivia Attwood, says many good things about this stunning facility;

The company’s vision is to provide a worldclass experience for all, making it one of the most desired places to visit in Aotearoa.

The friendly team of experts plan to achieve their goal by showing exceptional hospitality skills, caring for others, respecting diversity and various cultures, and taking care of the environment as part of “the standard for sustainable tourism,” Olivia says.

Opuke stands by its values, which include:

Visitor relaxing and enjoying a solar tub.

2. Whanaungatanga – (family) to ensure staff also feel safe, inclusive, and welcomed by the whole team.

“Arrive and be transported to your own oasis in our beautiful facility, experience something new with our incredible solar-powered pools.

3. Tikanga – (appropriate action) to respect and support Maori cultural heritage and share Aotearoa stories with guests.

“Our Tranquility Pools offer an adult-exclusive experience, soak and unwind surrounded by superior views across the foothills of the Southern Alps.

4. Kaitiakitanga (stewardship) – looking after Aotearoa’s environment and ensuring everyone in the team works sustainably.

“Indulge at the swim-up bar, the Tranquility Bar & Eatery offers you an exclusive poolside canape and beverage service.

“And for those wanting to connect with a more family-friendly bathing experience, you can explore our Discover Pools.

1. Manaakitanga – (hospitality) which means to show excellent hospitality to provide guests with the best experience and staff must respect guests to ensure they feel safe and welcomed.

Couple enjoying food and drinks at the Tranquility pools.

Opuke›s aim is to respect and involve Maori heritage, culture, and language in their values and methods to be respectful of its culture, share stories and educate others.

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Destinations | Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa “It is a key part of our story and imperative for us to celebrate and respect our culture especially as a tourism operator within New Zealand,” Olivia points out.

From menu design and items to spa treatments, Opuke incorporates Maori tanga and modern methods to ensure this is recognised by guests, but also the staff.

Through training and education, the team can include Maori heritage to respect the culture within Opuke’s experiences.

What makes Opuke Thermal Pools and Spa different from other thermal spas and pools is it’s placed in a beautiful location in the country and occupies a different area in the market.

Their Solar Farm and unique signature treatments bring only the very best type of treatments for guests.

The company emphasises its uniqueness by ensuring the transition from arriving at the pools to entering the pools is very comfortable, Olivia says.

“Changing rooms are beautifully designed with under-floor heating and lockers are conveniently sited inside. The superb array of pools has across-the-market appeal.

“An interconnected network of tranquility pools, complete with star-lit caves and a swim-up bar, is a premium adults-only experience.

Solar tubs are a tranquil and private option for soaking away stress while enjoying panoramic Discovery pools at Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa. alpine views.

“Those wanting a more energetic, familyfriendly experience will have a lot of fun exploring Opuke’s discovery pools with a crazy river, a leap of faith 2.5m deep plunge pool, as well as starry caves, and relaxation pools.

“Adding to the allure is Opuke’s day spa with a line-up of uniquely tailored treatments, including signature inclusions like the Rasul Steam Room for cleansing and relaxing, and dry flotation full-body treatment.”

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Guests can have wellness and body treatments at Opuke.

Guests who want to eat and have a variety of options to choose from will be happy to know Opuke offers many different options created by local chef Oliver Luxton.

If anyone wants a membership at Opuke it allows members to experience the serene solar pools throughout the year.

Opuke membership offers monthly and yearly passes to the Discovery and Tranquility Pools at affordable prices.

It also includes 20 percent off spa treatments, 10 percent off food, drinks, and retail, and if a guest brings a friend, they’ll receive 20 percent off the same pool experience.

“This is a fantastic offer for our guests, especially locals allowing them to visit as

A range of food and beverages can be served to guests and enjoyed at the Tranquility pools.

frequently as they like within their membership timeline,” Olivia says.

of solar thermal collectors that take up about a quarter of the site.

Sustainability is important to the Opuke team because everything they use links together.

Everything at the workplace is sustainable from operations to water maintenance to food and drinks, the team aims to be a leader in the industry and be eco-conscious, Olivia says.

It is there so the primary pool water heating system will meet the solar arrangement when the sun is out.

Opuke receives water from the Rangitata River, which is nourished by the glacial meltwater, which comes from the beautiful Southern Alps.

“An industry-leading water treatment system will ensure exceptional purity of our bathing water,” Olivia adds.

Opuke will be the first facility operating with their Solar Field, which is a huge arrangement

The pool water will be transferred to insulated holding tanks to decrease the chance of losing heat. The rest of the solar energy will be stored in buffer tanks and used with energy-efficient heat pumps, which are generated by South Island Hydro schemes.

This process is to make up shortfalls in solar energy during cloudy weather and at night without getting in the way of the brand, Olivia explains.

Opuke is a scenic and mesmerizing place.

Olivia shares what she finds most enjoyable about her job.

“My job is incredible as every day is different, to work for a world-class facility in the New Zealand Tourism industry is extremely rewarding as we are offering people a chance to escape, relax and unwind with a number of our beautiful experiences.” CT Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa 37 Mount Hutt Station Road Methven Canterbury (03) 261 6800 soak@opuke.nz www.opuke.co.nz — Advertising Feature

Abisko Lodge, Apartments and Campsite offer Methven accommodation options close to the foothills of Mount Hutt.

Just one hour’s comfortable drive from Christchurch International Airport, Abisko accommodation offers travellers a wide range of facilities to suit most budgets. We have one of Methven’s LARGEST ranges of accommodation available to you - we are sure to have an option that suits you best.

Located a mere one minute stroll from the Methven village centre with all its charm and specialist boutique shops, restaurants, cafes and pubs makes Abisko Lodge the smart choice in “hassle free” accommodation for your stay in Methven.

Choose from 13 comfortable ensuite rooms in the lodge or one of our well-appointed, self-contained two or three bedroom apartments. Campers can select from 18 powered campsites suitable for tents or motorhomes.

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Focus On | Selwyn - Rolleston/Lincoln

Cycleways for days

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Opuke Thermal Pools and Spa “Just a five-minute walk to the hot pools”

We all know owning a vehicle can be taxing both in terms of expenses and responsibility.

The district council says because of the nature of Gerald Street, the only way cycle lanes can be installed is through the removal of the parallel parking.

Indeed, from parking tickets to flat tires, our cars are sometimes more trouble than they’re worth. This is especially true now, more than ever, as petrol prices soar amid the RussiaUkraine conflict.

Still, the council have ensured that there would be no net loss of car spaces, as the on-street parking would shift to off-street parking precincts on West Belt and the side streets of Lyttelton and Maurice Streets.

Although, with the Government recently announcing that it will be reducing fuel excise duty and road user chargers by 25c a litre over the next three months, some of the pain has been eased at the pump. For now, anyway.

The angular parking on the south side of Gerald Street would also be retained.

Fortunately, Lincoln residents may soon have increased opportunities to utilise alternative transport options, if plans to replace parallel parking with cycleways in and around the town center are given the green light.

District council spokesman Andrew Mazey explained the upgrade was part of the Lincoln Town Centre Plan, which was initially embraced by the district council in 2016. In long-term planning, it was scheduled to begin in 2027.

The installation of cycle lanes along both sides would replace the current on-street parking and the upgrade would also involve safety and intersection improvements, including a 30km/h slow speed zone.

The district council has completed an expression of interest for funding from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency’s ‘streets for people’ initiative to upgrade Gerald Street between Kildare Terrace and West Belt.

Despite the roading authoring having previously rejected the local body’s requests, district council spokesman Andrew Mazey explained Waka Kotahi NZTA had encouraged the district council to resubmit the application.

“Council staff have worked hard with Waka Kotahi to reach this point,” Mazey said.

The Waka Kotahi NZTA funding would enable the project, estimated to cost six million dollars, to begin in the 2022/23 financial year.

Waka Kotahi NZTA are currently considering the application, and the final decision will be announced in July.

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Focus On | Ashburton

Rosebank Lifecare Where retirement is not about the end of your life, but the time to start to enjoy it more. A home you can call your own, with a superb, positive outlook on what more life has to offer.

At Rosebank Lifecare, we dedicate our time to making sure we provide a truly caring and respectful facility, giving you continual care and quality of life in our independent villas or apartments through to full time care.

Retiring does not have to mean you lose your look forward to showing you our facility. If independence, or your positive view on life. life is what you make it, Rosebank Lifecare could be the best decision you’ve ever made.

Established in 1992, Rosebank Lifecare offers a place of tranquility where you and At Rosebank Lifecare, we dedicate our time your loved ones can feel safe, secure and to making sure we provide a truly caring and cared for by our friendly and qualified staff. respectful facility, giving you continual care and quality of life in our independent villas or so you have more time to adjust to your new Encompassing a hospital, rest home apartments through to full time care. facility and independent villa living and home, seeing it as the next chapter rather serviced apartments, we cater to a wide Letting you enjoy the future as though it were than a big move. range of needs. your past. With each bedroom providing you We are only a few minutes drive from the with privacy and fully functional facilities, We offer a warm friendly atmosphere town centre and immediately across the road you are able to keep your independence and with comfortable facilities. Our goal at from the Ashburton Domain, which offers request our fully trained staff for assistance Rosebank Lifecare is for everyone to live leisurely and pleasant walks with lots to see. when you need it. There is 24-hour attention life to the fullest, irrespective of their health Rooms have an attractive outlook to available from registered and trained staff, or condition. Each Resident is treated as courtyards and gardens, ensuite bathrooms, who take great pride in their work. an individual whose life experiences and nurse call bell by the bed, televisions plus personal values are to be respected.

The twilight years can be a stressful time telephone and Wi-Fi connections. Residents for both you and your family, so the staff at We value the support of family and friends are encouraged to remain active, supported Rosebank welcome you, to the relaxing and to achieve the best for our residents. All by staff who care about their comfort and friendly environment and help you settle in enquiries and visits are welcome and we well-being. The spacious living areas are

used for many social events, such as our regular concerts.

On those damp and dreary days, why not spend time with your family indoors, or take part in our enjoyable activities. Residents can choose their own doctor who can visit regularly. We can also arrange visits from a physiotherapist, social worker, podiatrist and hairdresser.

Call Rosebank Lifecare today to arrange a viewing and to find out more about our services or contact our manager on: 033080111 manager@rosebanklifecare.co.nz

Our awards: Rosebank Lifecare is proud to be recognised as a finalist in the 2019 Aged Advisor People’s Choice Awards – Best Small Retirement or Lifestyle Village [South Island].

Happy clients of Rosebank Lifecare have this to say about our services: “On behalf of myself and my family I just wanted to say thank you to you and your staff for the care of Dad since he became a resident and more importantly over the recent lockdown period.

Since Dad arrived in your care staff have answered all questions and made the transition so easy. Staff are friendly, smiling and helpful.

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- SM, September 2021 “To all the incredible staff, we cannot thank you enough for all your kindness and support during lockdown. Your dedication is amazing. We appreciate all you are doing for B and all the other residents during such a challenging time and have been thinking of you all and your families.”

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Focus On | South Canterbury

Pre-winter road work under way

The Ashburton District Council has approved an extra $300,000 to spend on roading maintenance during the period leading up to winter – before seasonally inclement weather arrives and impacts road repair work.

The money will come from forestry reserves and is part of a planned $2 million injection into the district’s roading repairs programme.

“Stabilised repairs improve the top layer of the existing pavement and can be completed much faster than dig-out repairs.

Council will consult with the community as part of its Annual Plan 2022-23 consultation before using the other $1.7m.

“Stabilising these extra roads now also means that we don’t have to keep patching them over winter to stop them from deteriorating further and they will be in a safer condition,” he says.

Council’s roading maintenance contractor HEB owns a large road stabilising mill machine which has been working in the Selwyn district but is now available to come to Ashburton to join a smaller machine that has been operating here over the last few months.

These machines work like a large rotary hoe – milling the top layer of failed road pavement, adding cement to stabilise the milled material, then shaping and compacting the road surface with a few days drying required before chip sealing to complete the repair.

Infrastructure Services Group manager, Neil McCann, says the unexpected access to the additional machine meant two stabilising crews would progress the Ashburton district’s stabilisation repairs much quicker.

“Some of the roads earmarked to be repaired using this additional machine include sections of Lismore Mayfield Road, Seafield Road and Beach Road East.”

He said the same milling treatment has been successfully used around the Ashburton District this year with 8,481sqm of repairs already having been completed on 20 roads.

“Our contractor has been dealing to a good number of potholes already and this extra $300,000 will be put to good use to repair some of our roads earlier than planned.”

Information sourced from the Ashburton District Council: www.ashburtondc.govt.nz.

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The Green light on Maadi Cup Rowing New Zealand is paving the way for major sporting events to continue in the midst of the pandemic with New Zealand’s largest rowing regatta- The Maadi Cup set to commence on the 28th of March at Lake Ruataniwha in Twizel.

The exciting event is usually yearly. It alternates annually between Lake Karapiro in Cambridge and Lake Ruataniwha in Twizel.

Twizel has not been the host of the coveted event since 2018, a staggering four years ago due to the alternating years and the event being cancelled in 2020 due to the Covid-19 outbreaks.

The event is expected to bring around 1,400 competitors to the Mackenzie area which is a welcome relief since the region has suffered immensely from the economic impacts of the border’s closures due to Covid-19.

Mackenzie District mayor Graham Smith said the regatta would bring “much needed” business to the area.

Two years of lock downs means the region has missed out on so much and large events such as these will give the region the boost it has been so desperately waiting for.

The persistence, thorough planning and necessary management to meet required government guidelines has helped forge the event through the tricky times of the red-light restrictions where majority of large sporting events have been forced to either postpone or cancel.

Rowing New Zealand conducted a study for 130 schools across the country to gauge potential interest for attendance of Maadi Cup at red light.

Mark Weathrell says that 108 schools responded and of those 83 percent said

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they would be content with sending interested pupils to the event.

It was after those encouraging statistics that the planning went ahead with how exactly to manage the event with slimmed down numbers to ensure it was meeting all requirements and doing all it could to keep attendees safe.

The decision was made to restrict numbers based on age categories, with only under 18-year-old, under 17-year-old, and under 16-year-old age groups going ahead at the event. Precautions such as maintaining zones of less than 100 competitors, barring spectators and requiring vaccination will also be strictly in place.

Pre-Covid, the event usually drew about 3000 competitors and up to 10000 spectators.

With no allowance for spectators, Weatherall said, Maadi Cup will be livestreamed as well as SKY Sport broadcasting a 2022 Aon Maadi Cup highlights package during the week following the regatta, making sure nobody will miss out on the excitement of the racing.

There has been a lot of praise for the event coordinators from schools, competitors and locals of the district who are all excited for the largest school sports event in the Southern Hemisphere to commence. CT

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Is your skin in check?

Our sun is harming us! New Zealand has the highest rate of melanoma in the world, with around 7 Kiwis diagnosed with melanoma every day – and around 350 of us dying from it every year.1 That’s more than our annual road toll.2 Regular, expert skin screening is a very simple way to reduce these statistics. Just as most of us have other annual health checks, getting your skin mole-mapped every year or two is essential - especially if you’re fair-skinned, have a lot of moles, have a family or personal history of skin cancer, have been sunburned in the past, or have an outdoors lifestyle.

MoleMap – your skin’s best chance Pioneered by a group of Kiwi dermatologists, MoleMap is New Zealand’s original skinmapping service. Recognising that many moles were being diagnosed inaccurately, our founders created MoleMap nearly 25 years ago: the unique skin-mapping system that’s designed to track changes in the skin over time. Today MoleMap has over 50 clinics across New Zealand and Australia, and our technology is used for skin cancer detection around the world.

MoleMap’s proven system combines the latest technology with head-to-toe skin mapping by specialist Melanographers (accredited skin cancer nurses) and expert

diagnosis of any suspicious moles by expert Dermatologists. Together with using SunSmart measures every day, it’s your skin’s best chance against melanoma.

Gore Health – Southern’s MoleMap experts Gore Health holds the MoleMap franchise from Ashburton South, with seven Melanographers (specialist skin cancer nurses) around the region to ensure our patients can easily access our clinics.

MoleMap appointments are available in Ashburton and Timaru weekly. Clinics are also held regularly in Oamaru, Fairlie, Twizel, Balclutha, Gore, Invercargill, Queenstown, Clyde and Wanaka.

What’s more, our Melanographers are also experienced working with businesses to provide MoleMap skin screening and education to their staff as part of their workplace wellness programme – either onsite or we can provide vouchers so your staff can visit our clinics.

3 skin cancer detection services to choose from Gore Health offers three MoleMap services to suit every body and budget. Our most comprehensive service is the Full Body MoleMap, which includes total body photography and EarlyDetect precision monitoring of at-risk moles to track changes in your skin over time. It’s recommended for anyone with a moderate to high skin cancer risk.

Skin Check+ is a new service that includes a head-to-toe skin cancer check as well as total body photography to compare any changes in the skin at a later date – while Skin Check is an affordable option for anyone who is concerned

about a mole, or wants the reassurance of a point-in-time skin check.

You can check your skin cancer risk level at https://www.molemap.co.nz/myrisk. To book an appointment, see molemap.co.nz or call us on 0800 665 362.

Sources: 1. Melanoma NZ: https://www.melanoma.org. nz/facts-risk-factors 2. Ministry of Transport: https:// www.transport.govt.nz/mot-resources/road-safetyresources/road-deaths/2020-road-deaths

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2. https://www.melanoma.org.nz/facts-risk-factors 3. https://www.melanoma.org.nz/early-detection

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Transport | Transporting New Zealand

Trucking’s vital contribution to the economy

By Nick Leggett, CEO, Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand

Truck drivers moving freight around the South Island and to and from the rest of New Zealand made a huge contribution to New Zealand surviving 2021 – which was a year we don’t want to repeat in a hurry.

In addition to navigating year two of Covid-19, complete with more lockdowns, the South Island experienced some wild winter weather that took out roads and bridges, always a challenge for an already stretched supply chain.

Road freight transport is a big part of New Zealand’s supply chain, moving 93 percent of goods around the country, including the valuable exports to ports to be sent off to markets around the world, and distributing all the imported goods we need.

In New Zealand, Covid-19 has put a lot of important projects on hold, or delayed completion of them, including roading and infrastructure projects.

Transporting New Zealand worries about how long it will take to get these back on track with workforce shortages, a shifting list of priorities, and some massive bills in the wake of Covid-19 to be reconciled.

Winter added more stress to the roads and in early June, the South Island became an island of two halves, as flooding caused the Globally, the movement of goods from country Ashburton Bridge on State Highway 1 to be closed after motorists reported they could to country has been stretched during the feel it slumping underneath them. There was Covid-19 pandemic. Outbreaks of the virus have restricted manufacturing, distribution, and no alternate route south as all the other roads were also closed with flooding. port activities around the world.

As a small, far away market at the bottom of the world, New Zealand doesn’t have much might when it comes to the global supply chain. Ships have bypassed us to service bigger, more lucrative markets and we expect the shortage of imported goods to be enduring through 2022.

While much of the rest of the world has opened up for people and trade, New Zealand hasn’t and so we just have to wear that other countries that are easier to do business with will be in line ahead of us.

It is pretty major when the main highway of New Zealand isn’t functioning. It was estimated about 21,000 vehicles went over the bridge on week days and about 30,000 a day on the weekends.

It went from fully closed, to being open some of the time and closed for repairs at others to get back to full function fairly quickly, but it was another example of how susceptible to natural disasters our infrastructure is – something Cantabrians are well aware of.

The trucking industry is always pretty determined to get the goods through, no matter what happens and some truck drivers with essential goods opted for a 13-hour diversion to head south of Ashburton, going via Lewis Pass and down through the West Coast.

We are a resilient industry and trucking operators take their customer commitments

very seriously. We have certainly seen this through the disruptions of the Covid-19 pandemic.

At the start of the pandemic and with the first lockdown, Transporting New Zealand worked quickly to establish truck drivers as essential workers. We found the Government didn’t have a full understanding of how the supply chain works and how finely tuned it is.

While trucks are allowed to deliver the goods no matter what, it puts stress on drivers and operators.

Lockdowns are lonely on the roads and we found with councils closing toilet facilities, motels closed, and food outlets closed, basic health and safety and security became issues we had to turn our minds to.

But essential medical supplies, food, livestock, fuel and all manner of other vital goods need to be moved around every day. Pretty much everything you need every day spends some time on the back of a truck.

For this reason, trucking makes a significant contribution to the New Zealand economy. The road freight transport industry employs 32,868 people (about 2.0 percent of the workforce) and has a gross annual turnover of $6 billion.

Road freight is the only away New Zealand’s primary producers can get their products off the land and into processing, supermarkets, and export markets.

As well, almost all manufacturing requires trucks to transport in raw materials and to transport out the finished goods. Housing and construction, as well as major infrastructure

builds that boost our economy, also rely heavily on trucks.

The geography of New Zealand is partially responsible for the heavy reliance on trucks to move goods as all communities in New Zealand are connected by road. Customers also want personalised, door-to-door service with goods delivered on time and at the best cost.

Given its indispensable role keeping the New Zealand economy moving, and the huge freight task it carries out, the commercial road freight fleet is a small proportion, less than four percent, of the total number of vehicles on the road.

According to the Te Manatū Waka - Ministry of Transport there are about 4.4 million licenced vehicles in New Zealand. Of these, about 150,000 are heavy vehicles, but that includes buses and motor homes.

About 30,000 trucks are used for commercial freight, and almost all of those involved in long distance trips will also tow heavy trailers.

Like many industries in New Zealand, truck driving faces a worker shortage, and an ageing workforce. To combat this, Transporting New Zealand launched a traineeship programme in April 2021, Te ara ki tua Road to success. We work with trainees and the employers who take them on to ensure a career path, with training and rewards.

Like most other New Zealanders, we are hoping 2022 will bring a more settled business operating environment with open borders, a freeing up of the supply chain, better roads and infrastructure projects underway, and a sense of moving on from Covid-19.

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In Aotearoa New Zealand, 93 percent of the goods you rely on every day are transported around the country on the backs of trucks. We are transporting New Zealand.

As the national voice for the road freight transport industry, Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand, advocates to ensure trucking businesses can grow and prosper, and continue to drive the New Zealand economy.

Motoring | Motor Trade Association

Keeping a country’s wheels turning Without a robust automotive industry, New Zealand would come to a halt… it literally keeps New Zealand moving.

And for more than 100 years, the Motor Trade Association [MTA] has brought the industry together and worked to keep it strong.

Established in 1917, MTA has developed from a small organisation to become the largest automotive industry body in New Zealand, representing over 3,700 automotive businesses and acting as a strong advocate for motorists.

Our mission today is the same as it was back then – to create a sustainable business advantage for members and to help the motoring public.

All MTA members are bound to strict criteria which means that when you use an MTA member, you can expect to receive the highest quality service.

Our retail members sell the vehicles that keep whanau safe.

Our repairer members maintain and repair those vehicles so we can travel Aotearoa with confidence.

Our fuel company members provide the fuel for those vehicles so we can visit and reconnect with whanau, or explore new lands and adventures.

The motor trade industry contributes directly to the nation’s GDP by about $6.8 billion a year and employs around 80,000 New Zealanders.

Many of those businesses are MTA members.

But our industry needs people too.

We need people to carry out the vital role of keeping all Kiwis on their journeys safely.

There are amazing pathways that exist for our young people.

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More women are joining our industry, and we’re really working hard to make sure we have greater diversity in our industry.

Fitting a new car to a family is more about science that sales.

And our fuel sector is moving towards a greener future for the benefit of all generations.

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Gone are the days when a mechanic was a bloke with a spanner in his pocket. These days, repairers and mechanics work with complex computers and machinery.

It’s a very exciting time for the automotive industry, and one that we embrace as we move towards a greener, more sustainable future.

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More women are joining our industry, and we’re really working hard to make sure we have greater diversity in our industry.

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6. HIGHLY SKILLED PROFESSIONALS MTA provides members with the latest industry training and knowledge to ensure that they are high skilled and well equipped to do the best job possible for motorists.

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5. TRUSTWORTHY TRADING MTA dealers provide a Dealer Warranty on all qualifying vehicles at no extra cost so you know they can be trusted. On request, MTA dealers will provide free pre-purchase checks for vehicles.

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Motoring | Motor Trade Association

What to do in an accident No one ever expects to be in a car accident, but there is always a chance that it could happen to you.

MTA has provided some tips that can help you to prepare for an accident, and what you should do if you find yourself involved in one.

PREPARE Firstly, have a first aid kit, fire extinguisher and a safety triangle handy. These will be helpful items if you are involved in an accident or witness one.

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to, check that the occupants of the other vehicle are uninjured.

There may be some basic first aid treatment that you can attend to – otherwise, if the injuries are more serious, you will need to call 111.

MAKE YOURSELF SAFE

If it is safe to do so, switch on your hazard lights and get out of your vehicle. Otherwise, move your vehicle to a safe spot that is not blocking traffic. If you can’t get out of your car, or it is not safe to, stay seatbelted in, call 111 and wait for help to arrive.

If the other driver is aggressive and A car accident can ruin your day – people may uncooperative, record any information you can be injured, and serious damage to your vehicle IDENTIFY WITNESSES about the vehicle (eg number plate, make and and that of others, can occur in seconds. You See if there are any witnesses to the crash. model) and report the incident to police. may also have to deal with liability issues – If anyone else saw what happened, ask them which can carry huge costs. Ensure your vehicle TAKE NOTES to stay on the scene so that they can provide is insured. statements about their view of the accident.

If the accident is a minor one, note down If you do have an accident, you should be anything you remember. Describe what LOOK FOR DETAILS covered for any damages that may be caused. happened with notes and images of how the Look for the other driver’s licence plate number accident occurred. You could even take pictures STAY CALM and make and model of vehicle that they are of the scene including any damage to vehicles, If you are involved in an accident, try to stay driving. Exchange personal information, such the roads, traffic signs and the direction the calm. Panic can cause others to become as name, address, phone numbers, insurance cars were travelling in. hysterical or alarmed, which will make the company and policy number, with all drivers This information will help authorities to decide situation worse. Take a deep breath and think involved in the incident. who was at fault. about what you need to do.

If the driver doesn’t own the vehicle, be sure TALK TO YOUR INSURANCE PROVIDER CHECK FOR INJURIES to get the owner’s details as well. This information will be very helpful for insurance If you need to, file a claim with your insurance Check for any injuries to you and the people in your vehicle. If everyone is OK and you are able purposes after the initial shock of the accident. company. If the accident was minor and your

car does not need extensive repairs, it may cost less to pay for the repairs, rather than take out an insurance claim. You should still notify the insurance company of the incident, regardless of the damage caused.

IF YOU WITNESS AN ACCIDENT If you are a witness to an accident, stop and give assistance. If you find that someone is injured, call 111 and ask for help. CT MTA National Office Level 12 Nokia House 13-27 Manners Street Te Aro, Wellington 6011 (04) 385 8859 www.mta.org.nz

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Motoring | Robb's Garage

Robb’s Garage celebrates a century of success

Nestled in between Dunedin and Queenstown on the banks of the Clutha River, Roxburgh remains one of Otago’s best keep secrets.

Indeed, from striking scenery and recreational opportunities for cycling, hiking and boating, while the township of around 600 may be small in size, it’s certainly not lacking in sights to see.

Chances are, if you’ve ever found yourself travelling down and around those ways, you’ve probably also happened to stumble upon Robb’s Garage. One of Roxburgh’s longeststanding businesses, it’s kind of hard to miss.

The passing of the torch Managing director, Collin Robb, is the thirdgeneration family member to oversee the Central Otago establishment since the garage was first opened by his grandfather in 1921.

Having spent the last 60 years helping maintain the family legacy, Colin proudly reflects on his time working within the business.

“I started work here in 1961 – I was a wee bit naughty.

“I left school three days before I was 15.

I just wanted to go to work on cars, so I went through and got qualified as a mechanic,” he tells me.

After working alongside his father Don and learning all there was to know, in 1982, the torch was eventually passed to Colin, who took on the role he holds today as managing director.

Ray Marsh and Colin Robb are all smiles, as they celebrate the businesses’ 100-year milestone. Image supplied courtesy of Stillz Photography & the Pits Media.

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Motoring | Robb's Garage the Ford ‘President’s Award’ in 1992, for sales and service.

Renown as the motor company’s most prestigious badge of honour, it was certainly a far cry from the 15-year-old school boy who skipped school early.

A significant part of Roxburgh’s historical fabric, Robb’s Garage was first opened in 1921. Image supplied courtesy of Stillz Photography & the Pits Media.

“I have a son in the business who’s here in the workshop. You know, he’ll take it over when I retire.

“I still work all the time. There aren’t many days I’m not at the garage. I probably should’ve retired, but I haven’t!” he chuckles.

While each generation of the Robb family have left their own unique mark and shaped the business as it stands today, the number one thing that has remained consistent throughout, Collin says, is: “The focus on living in Roxburgh, and the customers – that’s been the really nice part of it.

“The support we received from businesses that we dealt off when we reached our centennial was great.”

100+ years of service Today, Robb’s Garage offer a broad range of services to the local community, as well as those travelling through.

“But, we actually still sell some new vehicles. I’ve got a very dear friend in Christchurch, who’s got a big company, and I sell him a whole lot of rangers and bits of pieces.

“We were just a small private independent to Ford... it was quite an achievement,” he muses.

“We also have petrol pumps, and as you are well aware, prices have been going through the roof.

However, after restructuring by Ford led to Ford agencies being relocated to larger centres, Robb’s Garage became a Ford Service Centre only.

“You have to eat a fair bit of humble pie when you go out to serve some people because they’re pretty angry about it.

“I really enjoyed selling cars, and bits and pieces,” Colin recalls wistfully.

“But it’s really nothing to do with us, we don’t control the price of it,” he reasons.

From AA call-outs to all sorts of automotive repairs – “We do it all, and we also deal with tyres and hydraulic hoses,” Colin tells me.

“But, you know, we used to repair everything – generators, starter motors, and more. Now, you just send things away and get replacement bits and pieces.”

In a trip down memory lane, Colin explains that until the early 1990’s, Robb’s Garage was a Ford dealer, selling new cars, trucks, and tractors.

He tells me that through it all, his proudest business achievement was when he won

From left to right, Colin, Mike and Ben Robb. Image supplied courtesy of Stillz Photography & the Pits Media.

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Motoring | Robb's Garage From woe to go 100 years ago, the prospect of autonomous cars and computer-controlled vehicle systems probably seemed relatively inconceivable to most people.

Fast forward to today, Colin can’t help but agree that things have changed quite drastically since he first entered the industry.

“We’ve gone through from woe to go, really,” he says.

Though in saying that, electric cars don’t appear to impress Colin much.

“Some of them don’t go that far on a battery charge, so I’ve had to tow a quite a number of them in, and take them to the charging station.

“They’ve got a wee way to go before they get it right.”

But when it comes to Colin’s opinion on classic vehicles? Well that’s an entirely different story...

The friendly team at Robb’s Garage. Image supplied courtesy of Stillz Photography & the Pits Media.

“So, I have a good collection of classic cars – they’re all Fords!” he assures me with a hearty laugh.

I still work all the time. There aren’t many days I’m not at the garage. I probably should’ve retired, but I haven’t!

Looking back on the time and dedication Colin and his family have poured into Robb’s Garage over the last 100 years, there’s no doubt that this business will endure through many more successful years to come.

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Colin pauses for a second before he continues.

All in all, “It’s been really rewarding,” Colin concludes cheerfully. CT Robb’s Garage Ltd 119 Scotland St Roxburgh (03) 446 8129 robbs.roxburgh@xtra.co.nz

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Motoring | Shepherd & Kime

Over 50 years of collision repair services Where to find your Car dealer Get Cars is based in Richmond, Nelson.

Shepherd & Kime Ltd has been doing collision repairs in Christchurch since 1966. Over the years, the business has kept up with the latest technologies to provide the high-quality services customers have grown accustomed to.

Aside from business owners Gary Shepherd and Errol Kime retiring and selling the collision repair shop to David Kennedy and Gerard Kime in 2006, very few things have changed for the business.

When asked how the shop has withstood the test of time, Shepherd & Kime Ltd co-owner Gerard Kime says, “I think it comes down to our good service. We try to keep the customer experience as a whole as high quality as we can give.

“Normally we get the vehicle, photograph it, basically get all of the vehicle’s details, the owner’s details. We send them away again if it’s drivable and then we process the claim and get it submitted and as soon as it’s cleared and we get the parts here on site we’ll book them in with a loan car.”

You can trust the team at Shepherd & Kime to sort out the parts needed to fix your vehicle so that the quote you get at the start of the process is what you pay when the job is done.

Customers can bring their vehicles to the “We like to give good, fast turnarounds Shepherd & Kime shop on Sheffield Crescent because we don’t like people being off the road or its new location on Selwyn Street. The for too long. We just like to do a quality repair, Selwyn Street shop was purposefully fitted really. We’ve got a pretty good crew on deck.” out for the business’s panel and paint services and equipment.

In order to get customers back on the road, Gerard says that the team does its best to Whichever shop you take your vehicle, you keep up to date with all of the latest gear, can trust Shepherd & Kime to get the job spray ovens, and chassis electronic done right the first time. Gerard says, “We’re measuring systems. just trying to supply a good service to the Christchurch people.” CT In addition to adopting new technologies, the team is always looking to perfect its process so that repairs are done in an efficient manner.

Considering the customer’s point of view, Gerard says, “A lot of the time, when they’ve had a ding, it’s not their fault and they are a little upset when they arrive here on our doorsteps so we’re just trying to make the repair process as painless as possible.

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Get Cars is a New Zealand-owned and operated company all about selling, financing, and servicing quality used vehicles.

Check the listings online (142 pages worth of vehicles) for more information about the type of vehicle/car, the price, what the car has to offer, and feel free to ask the team about finance and insurance options too.

The Registered Motor Vehicle dealership is based in Richmond, Nelson, but the team can deliver cars around the country. With over 30 years of motor vehicle knowledge combined within the team, they know their used motor vehicles (or cars), sales, and finances in and out.

Customers can also look at the feature highlights, ask the team a question, book a test drive, price their trade-in, use a finance calculator, apply for finance, make an offer, and find where to view the vehicle.

According to Get Cars sales manager Danny Young, the company has been around for a year but originally was called Taylor Cars, which had been around for ten years, so all that’s changed is the name.

The company offers services to customers in “a nice and easy” way, Danny says. He also says the team’s main goal is to receive and sell good quality cars with good service and finance options at fair prices. The team is small, but everyone gets along. What makes the job so enjoyable is having barbeques with each other most days, he says.

The company is “pretty steady overall… We’re looking to expand to an area next-door, which we’re working on at the moment,” Danny says.

Quite memorable moments for the team are having repeat customers.

“It’s a good feeling and a good sign.”

On the website, customers can shop to find the right car for them, sell their cars easily and choose stress-free finance options from zero deposit.

If customers want to sell their car they can complete a form online and add photos of the car to give the vehicle a price. Service packages are also available to help protect customers’ investments mechanically.

If customers need to apply for finance, Get Cars offers quick and simple finance packages that are customised to suit budget, wants, and needs. The team offers various options, either apply for a full application that’s processed offline by the team or apply by doing a quick assessment with the team to figure out potential financing options.

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The ‘Original’ RO Jones Panelbeaters

Working for a Greener Future No matter the job, we’ve got you covered.

Our skilled team has the work ethic, attention to detail and experience to get any dent, paint work, scratch or collision repaired to the highest level. Returning all vehicles to our customers fully cleaned and groomed.

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Motoring | RO Jones Panelbeaters

Property & Construction | Alpha Construct

Crash repair specialists

RO Jones Panelbeaters Ltd understands that it can be an extremely stressful and hard time if you happen to have a crash, that’s why they’re here to efficiently fix your car and support you in any way that they can along the process.

Having been in operation for over 30 years, RO Jones Panelbeaters have a solid reputation for being experts in their field and are well regarded and trusted in the Christchurch community.

During the years they have seen pretty much everything, so have absolutely no trouble getting stuck into helping resolve nearly any size job.

They’ve recently moved locations to 10 Cass Street in Sydenham and are chuffed with their new premises.

Panelbeaters is always going the extra mile in ensuring the process is as smooth as can be for their customers.

Whether it be grooming the customers car and adding in small treats like fudge and a handy notepad for collecting a person’s details if a crash does occur, or offering elderly a lift home after they drop their vehicle off, they really go the extra mile for their customers.

They’ve got a spacious waiting room with coffee and tea refreshments and are always prepared to guide customers through the process with their helpful advice, and this can be especially helpful if it is your first crash - and even if not, the advice is still soundly appreciated.

Their building is a lot newer, which includes new offices, a great waiting room area, a better working environment in the workshop and amazing parking, which gives customers easy access for picking up or dropping off their The great combination of support and vehicles, located conveniently in the center of expertise that RO Jones Panelbeaters have town right under the Durham Street bridge. mastered is what has helped thousands of Cantabrians over the years transform their They have a team of six which includes two damaged and beaten-up vehicles back to brand painters, a panel beater, Karl the owner, a new and shiny. groomer, and Trudy on administration.

Customers can be rest assured that they understand all facets of insurance work and work alongside all insurance companies; they also do private work.

They offer every customer and job a high level of precision and attention, with their close-knit team taking immense pride in their work and the services that they offer.

RO Jones Panelbeaters understands that with all the different jobs and roles that people do, means we all travel in different sizes and styles of vehicles, and cater to this varied work, offering their services from small trucks all the way down to small cars.

So, although car repairs are among one of the most stressful ordeals to go through, you can relax in knowing that your repairs are in the best hands possible.

They have a fleet of 13 loan cars complementary for your use while your car is being repaired and also conveniently a loan van which is perfect for couriers, builders or electrician.

As a company they have a commitment to the environment, and step up to the plate in doing their bit in preserving our natural world.

They only use water borne paints for their jobs which is water based instead of solvents which are proven to cause hazardous air pollutants to both the person carrying out the job and the environment. They also use strictly green grooming products that are biodegradable.

It’s the little things that make a huge difference in their service and their customer orientated approach never goes a miss. RO Jones

You’ll stay informed every step of the way and the team will give their qualified and experienced touch to the job every single time.

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From layout and design finishes through to budgeting and scheduling, it can often seem overwhelming. For this very reason, it’s essential to select a builder you feel comfortable with.

as their commitment to their clients enables them to be predictable.

Alpha Construct guarantee the contracted completion date and budget of your project by maintaining constant project supervision and ongoing communication with their clients to adhere to agreed construction schedules.

Indeed, their customers receive value, quality and certainty – which means no more pesky project delays.

A safe pair of hands who can help assist you through the process, for over six years, Alpha Construct has been helping Cantabrians build their dream homes.

Construction companies in particular need to manage cash flows to ensure that all elements of a construction project run smoothly.

First established in 2015, this Christchurch business largely owes its’ success to the skills and dedication of its’ directors Keith Carney and Sarah Browne.

For this side of the business, Alpha Construct is fortunate to have director, Sarah Brown at the helm.

Sarah explains that it initially started off with just Keith on the tools.

“He was willing, and has worked for anyone to get his name out there over the years and has been lucky to work with some great developers and other builders.”

Overseeing the company’s day-to-day operations – from project timelines, to money coming in and going out on time, as well as various other roles, she manages to keep a close eye on everything.

Alpha Construct commits itself to work that is reflective of the highest industry standards, ensuring always that the safety of employees, Fast forward to today, Alpha Construct is now clients and general public is of paramount one of fastest growing construction companies importance. that builds town houses here in the garden city.

And the best part about running Alpha “Although we specialise in building Construct? townhouses, we also do architecturally “Seeing the amazing houses around designed houses and renovation as well,” town, knowing we have helped evolve the Sarah adds.

Christchurch housing market,” Sarah says. CT Right at the heart of their business is their employees.

Alpha Construct Ltd “We are a medium-sized team of 19 men – Burnside ranging from young apprentices to qualified Christchurch LBP builders and carpenters,” Sarah says.

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Property & Construction | RAD Building

High quality builds in the high country

RAD Building leads the way in high-quality construction in the Mackenzie Basin.

The founder, Rob Davis, and his team are known for their high-end custom residential building, landscaping, relocations, renovations, repairs, and maintenance.

In the future, the team wants to build new relationships and have many more projects to build with new clients. RAD’s goal is to continue to maintain close relationships and be well known for its builds throughout the Mackenzie region.

it be a new home, or renovating to turn their existing home into what they really want.

What makes RAD Building different from other construction companies is they put their team and clients first, always.

RAD Building has experienced many great builds over time and believes it’s the people

The team is known to be trustworthy, experienced, and passionate about their job.

RAD is also proud to be a Master Builder.

“There are many aspects to building a great home, but one of the key things to remember is that a home is built for people, by people.

RAD comes from Rob’s initials, but has developed to embody the culture of their team, he says.

“Therefore, we take great pride in finding out what our clients really want and making that come to life.

“RAD represents who we are as a great team of carpenters dedicated to building great homes for great clients.”

“Our team is our greatest resource and as a team, we focus our effort on working together and developing each individual to make the team stronger.

RAD Building’s key focus is to bring clients’ plans into reality through innovative ways. The team loves to hear ideas and look at plans with their clients, so they can align themselves to their thoughts and create the best possible outcome – a wonderful home their clients can cherish for a long time.

“This understanding and relationship approach with our clients has led to consistent feedback about their excitement about what we build for them and in exceeding their expectations,” Rob says.

“We love living in the Mackenzie district and have a passion for construction so that our clients can enjoy living here too.”

that make their projects memorable. Creating homes to suit their client’s requirements is a privilege, Rob says.

“Sometimes it may be building a deck to add outdoor living to a home, a kitchen renovation that makes life so much easier, a new batch for a family to enjoy together, or a home that will be lived in for years to come.”

“Our team thrives on training apprentices into skilled carpenters and valuable members of RAD. “We are in a service industry, rather than a production industry. I believe the construction industry tends to focus on production, whereas we consider we are providing a service.

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Do it once – do it right!

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Our team is our greatest resource and as a team, we focus our effort on working together and developing each individual to make the team stronger.

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The hardworking team has endured many enjoyable moments in their job. Rob describes working with the team and clients as a highlight, as well as working in a beautiful location.

There’s an endless amount of views from their building sites that capture mountains, lakes, rivers, and vast valleys spread across the region, which is pretty special.

“We know our clients will continue to enjoy the amazing views from their new home,” Rob adds.

RAD has a very tight-knit, close team. They consider themselves to also appreciate their trade partners who are important in the build process, as the trade partners help continue to navigate their way through the current challenges with resource availability.

“We enjoy building not only great homes but also building our team and developing great carpenters. We’ve got a great culture and set of values. RAD is growing as a company and is always looking for more team members to join us.

The unique environment of the Mackenzie is challenging, yet rewarding to work in.

The hot summers, cold winters, wind, and snow create extremes that buildings need to withstand. We take pride in creating buildings that can endure the Mackenzie conditions.” CT RAD Building 96 Max Smith Drive Twizel Mackenzie region 027 291 0369 radbuilding@xtra.co.nz www.radbuilding.nz

Peter Hansen has been in the drainage industry for over 20 years. When Peter’s father unexpectedly passed away, Peter rose to the challenge and took over his father’s business.

Learning a lot from the experience, Peter eventually stepped away from his father’s business to start Peter Hansen Drainage.

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Peter does all of the designs himself so that systems are cost effective, practical and reliable.

Peter’s design services are particularly desirable when it comes to applying for resource consents through ECAN. Many people do not realise how important it is to complete the septic tank system as early in the building process.

Without the design, the local council will not process the building consent. The design of the septic tank systems can take a month or two depending if a resource consent is required specific to the site.

When Peter Hansen Drainage does the design and install, the designs are done at a reduced rate. Along with the reduced rate, clients also enjoy working with one person for the whole Peter says, “That probably cost them about project as opposed to three or four contractors $8000. That shouldn’t have really happened for and suppliers. another 20 years.”

“Some people will go to an engineer to design According to Peter, most installation issues are their septic tank and effluent and then they’ll the result of installers taking shortcuts. “We stick to the building code strictly with what we go to a tank supplier, and then they’ll use an installer, and then they’ll need a drainlayer. do and how we do it.

Whereas we just do everything. People like the “We just like to do it once and do it right and convenience.” leave our customers with a system that’s going Peter Hansen Drainage does work throughout to last them a long time,” Peter says.

Canterbury and will travel anywhere its clients Clients are often pleasantly surprised by how are. Be sure to give the team a call today about easy it is to work with the company. Client any of your drainage needs. CT satisfaction is a source of pride for Peter as he says, “Our clients say to us, ‘you’re the Peter Hansen Drainage only contractor that showed up when you said 115 Plaskett Road you would’. We take a lot of pride around that. Rangiora Also, doing a quality job.”

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Property & Construction | Alpine Buildings

The clearspan building specialists With a vision for providing smarter, faster, and better buildings, and a drive for innovative products, national agricultural shed providers Alpine Buildings has taken the shed game to a new level with the recent introduction of the UltraBay steel purlin system.

Starting building letterboxes in Timaru in the 1990s, Alpine Buildings has rapidly grown over the past 25 years to be the leading kitset shed provider nationwide with their clearspan, birdproof design offering a difference in the market that sees customers return time and time again.

Their innovative design changed the landscape of farm buildings for the New Zealand market.

Developing first a nine metre widebox-section rafter before moving onto a 12 metre, 15 metre and later an 18 and 20 metre full clearspan rafter that provides more usuable space within a structure, as it eliminates the need for centrepoles as well as apex and knee bracing.

In 2021, the Alpine Buildings team stepped up the game with the introduction of the UltraBay range, using a unique steel purlin system.

Listening to feedback from their clients, they worked to develop a more efficient system for NZ farmers and contractors.

“People were asking for wider bays,” says Alpine Buildings general manager, Rogan Rountree.

“We found that clients, especially those that are storing hay and implements, were wasting a lot of space in their sheds with poles and footings, therefore, we looked at a way that we could increase our bay sizes while still providing our market-leading clearspan, birdproof design.”

The purlin design is a triangular, fully enclosed member, that can provide bay widths up to 10 metres.

“With the steel purlins, they can be supplied to the desired length, meaning we can optimize bay widths to suit your specific needs,” Rogan says.

“With the wider bays, clients are now able to store more per bay, maximizing their return and providing a better investment for their property.”

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Property & Construction | Alpine Buildings Clients with the UltraBay system have commented that they can now store three – four bales per bay over a maximum of two with a traditional bay width, and two implements side by side eliminating the need to store these in separate bays taking up unnecessary space.

“We know that the benefit of sheds being birdproof is important to our customers,” Rogan says.

“They are storing expensive equipment and product that is going to further customers, so protecting these from corrosive bird droppings is something we wanted to continue providing with the UltraBay system”.

The UltraBay steel purlin design is fully enclosed, meaning, like Alpine’s traditional timber purlin design, there is nowhere for birds to nest in the roof providing that protection.

The triangular shape purlin also provides maximum strength and stability, and they are able to be paired with Alpine Buildings’ signature structural steel rafter system, or a more traditional and timber pole option.

“It’s not only our customers that are raving about the new UltraBay design but builders as well.

Our network of builders we have across the country are really important to us”, explains Rogan.

“We build trust with them, and they become advocates for the Alpine product – almost another employee.

“We are hearing very positive feedback from them on how easy the system is to install saving them and the customer time and money, and the triangular shape provides a much safer component that doesn’t roll or twist like a traditional c-section cold rolled purlin would.”

Living by the mission of “do something better everyday”, the Alpine Buildings team is always looking for new ways to ensure their customers receive the finest service and experience possible.

“We work hard for our clients, builders and suppliers,” Rogan says. “Our high level of customer service means we receive a lot of referrals and repeat clients.”

Providing the only “truly complete kitset” has seen Alpine Buildings continually receive high level feedback from their customers and the builders they work with.

Alpine Buildings have a triple checking system which ensures every kit is triple checked to ensure not a single bolt or screw is missed.

“This means that when the kitset turns up on-site, the builder or the client doesn’t have to worry about missing items which allows them to just get stuck in. It’s these extra steps we take that make the difference.”

With the UltraBay system, clients will receive this same level of customer service to ensure it is not only a superior product, but a superior experience also.

If you are needing a more efficient shed solution for your property, or if you are a builder wanting to get on board with Alpine Buildings, get in touch with their team on 0800 428 453 or check out their website www.alpinebuildings.co.nz. CT Alpine Buildings NZ Ltd PO Box 503 Timaru 7940 0800 428 453 www.alpinebuildings.co.nz

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Property & Construction | Bird Built

High-quality building services

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Bird Built is a locally owned and operated company known for delivering highquality building services in the Canterbury region since it was established in 2015.

The friendly, tight-knit team of experts builds new homes, architectural homes, and townhouses effectively, every time.

The Bird Built team has exceptional workmanship, communicates well, are fast and efficient, pays lots of attention to detail, and is passionate about all builds – big or small – nothing stops them from doing the best job they can in new builds, building renovations and/or alterations.

Bird Built director and qualified builder Cameron Bird and their administration and office manager Abby Ley formed the company together.

Abby is also the Canterbury chapter of NAWIC (National Association of Women in Construction) secretary. When growing up, Cameron always enjoyed being hands-on and doing practical activities.

After a couple of years of overseas experience in London, he got to experience the building industry more and enjoyed it so much that he naturally went to get a building apprenticeship, when he got back to his hometown in Christchurch.

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Cameron and Abby have a genuine, reliable, and practical approach when on the job, so clients can reach them easily.

We try to just treat people (customers, trades and supplies), how we would like to be treated.

Their projects are personally managed and completed by them so clients will always feel at ease knowing they’re dealing with Cameron and Abby directly.

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Bird Built doing exceptionally well means the team will continue to provide quality workmanship, professionalism, and customer service, Abby says. She also shares what they’ve recently done to improve their organisation skills.

what we say we are going to do, respecting everyone on site from clients to delivery drivers to the council inspector, and not cutting corners.”

“We started using Rave Build (a project management system) about six months ago, which has improved the way we manage builds. The schedule in the system enables us to secure trades well in advance.”

In the future, the Bird Built team hopes to continue to be a family-owned company with a reputable reputation known for its high-quality building services in the Canterbury region.

Cameron carefully executing his project.

What makes Bird Built so unique compared to other building companies is it’s more of a boutique building company, as Cameron is often out onsite most of the time, Abby says.

“When building with us you deal with just Cameron and I, and Cameron being the builder is across the whole build and not just sitting in an office somewhere, he’s involved in the day-to-day progress of the job.

“We try to just treat people (customers, trades and supplies), how we would like to be treated.

“We operate on what we say are ‘old school values’ such as never being late, doing

Abby and Cameron also share what they find is the most enjoyable thing about owning and operating Bird Built.

Abby loves the process of seeing a blank section come to life, communicating with various groups of people involved in building a project, and creating a home that will be dearly appreciated by someone for many years, she says.

On the other hand, Cameron says he also enjoys the process of a project and the gratification he gets when Bird Built played a big part in building a beloved home. CT Bird Built Christchurch and the wider Canterbury 021 453 953 info@birdbuilt.co.nz www.birdbuilt.co.nz — Advertising Feature

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Property & Construction | Cohesive Construction

At the cutting edge of construction

Cohesive Construction design and build cuttingedge commercial, industrial, and residential projects across New Zealand.

looking to add to the team, with additional branches due to open in the coming year.

The growth of the company in such a short space of time really highlights how far it has come.

Cohesive Construction provides turn-key custom solutions for their customers covering everything from garages and carports through to residential buildings, farm sheds, and largescale commercial projects.

They offer a wide range of in-house services including design, quantity surveying, construction, and project management.

A high number of repeat customers and customer referrals can be attributed to the excellent quality of product and workmanship.

Specialising in truly customised buildings from aircraft hangars to load out facilities, honey factories to salmon hatcheries, and packhouses to warehousing—they have built them all.

For commercial and industrial clients, they offer full feasibility assessment and costing through to completion. Their quantity surveyors and designers work with the client to review different feasibility and cost options over a range of sites.

Constructing more than 400 buildings a year, you can feel confident in knowing that you are building with a professional and experienced team, which understands the materials and building methods they are presenting.

They assist in facilitating and securing the site, working collaboratively with town planners as well as structural and civil engineers, and then complete the build through to practical completion and sign-off.

Established in 2010, the Lynch family saw a need for quality steel framed sheds in the Canterbury region which led to the purchase of the South Island franchise of Wide Span Sheds.

For residential and rural clients, they can look after the entire process from design stage through to building and resource consents, then the full build through to practical completion.

Initially starting in the Canterbury region with a small office, they quickly grew to service all the South Island, and over the last few years have continued to open branches in major towns throughout the country.

Customers go directly to Cohesive Construction with an idea and their experienced team have the resources and contacts to turn that into a reality. They also remove the stress of dealing with various sub-contractors and liaising with councils.

In 2021, the ‘Cohesive’ brand was launched to better reflect their capabilities and expansion into the commercial and residential markets.

Cohesive Construction continues to be sole supplier of Wide Span Sheds in the South Island and much of the North Island.

The company’s approach to the post-handover period is what really sets them apart from the others, with their guarantee of service and quality extending past the handover date and into the next project.

This rapidly growing company currently has Current times have seen many businesses over 150 staff nationwide and shows no signs face unprecedented challenges with a global of slowing down. pandemic, labour shortages, and supply Many of their staff have been with them from issues/delays impacting the ability to maintain the beginning and the company is continually daily operations.

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“This has tested our processes and abilities and we have learnt to change and adapt as these issues have presented themselves,” says managing director Paul Lynch.

“We have put a strong focus on adapting our operations to ensure our processes reflect the reality and demands of these unprecedented times.”

Cohesive Construction was recently awarded ‘highly commended’ in the Colorsteel® awards for the Wanaka Boat Shed and were finalists for both ‘commercial building’ and ‘roofer of the year’.

They are currently building their own new development on 3500sqm that will be home to their Canterbury office, along with seven other units leased to local businesses.

Stage 1 of this development has 5 units nearing completion with stage 2, consisting of 3 units, starting in the coming months.

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Leading by example You don’t need to look far to gain an appreciation of how problematic asbestos is to the construction sector.

contain asbestos, or has workers that might encounter asbestos during the course of their daily work activities such as a tradesperson, to get proper advice or to undertake an Asbestos Awareness Course so they fully understand the risks and their responsibilities.”

Under the legislation, any buildings built prior to the year 2000 and/or known to contain asbestos, or are assumed to have the presence of asbestos, must have an Asbestos Management Plan which clearly sets out the location of the associated asbestos and how this is managed.

A term for six naturally occurring silicate minerals, asbestos was commonly used in building products from the 1940s onwards, and as a result, many New Zealand buildings and homes built before January 1, 2000, are likely to contain some type of asbestos materials.

While one could be forgiven for thinking ‘natural’ equates to not-harmful; this is contrary to the facts. According to the Ministry of Health, asbestos is a proven human carcinogen, and all forms of asbestos can cause cancer.

No ‘safe’ lower limit of exposure has been identified with certainty - all exposure is thought to add to the overall risk of disease development, meaning that the potential health risk to anyone that may potentially disturb asbestos during their daily work activities, is massive.

It is therefore important that anyone working in and on buildings and homes containing asbestos understands the potential risks, and how to safely manage these. All PCBUs (Persons Conducting a Business Undertaking) need to be aware of their obligations under the Health & Safety at Work (Asbestos) Regulations which came into effect on April 2016 and applies to all business and/or building owners.

Asbestos that is in good condition and undisturbed doesn’t pose a significant health and safety risk. However, there is a risk of asbestos fibres being released and disturbed during demolition and refurbishment works, or as part of other routine building and maintenance tasks.

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Following the introduction of the Asbestos Regulations, a two-year grace period was given to allow the asbestos industry and other businesses and building owners to come up to speed. The Association has worked hard during this time to ensure that its members were ready to meet the requirements.

NZDAA marketing manager, Sarah Tohill, says that despite the initial grace period, there is still a fair amount of confusion around the requirements and many PCBUs don’t fully understand their obligations and duties.

“As an Association we advise anyone who is required to manage buildings or properties that

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Property prices double in a decade in half of New Zealand towns Auckland and other major centres typically lead the charge with property trends. Still, in the last 10 years, the small towns of regional New Zealand have seen the most significant average asking price increases, according to data from realestate.co.nz.

With an increase of $361,441 or 282.1 percent has been driven by those looking for a lifestyle change or perhaps even a second home,” in 10 years, mill-town Kawerau saw the most exponential average asking price growth of the she says. last decade.

Exponential growth in Kawerau, but prices But prices also more than doubled in 34 other also more than double in Tauranga, Rotorua areas, with the most significant increases in and Whakatane South Wairarapa (up 155.5 percent), Carterton The bay has truly been plenty, with nearly all (up 148.3 percent), Tararua (144.9 percent) areas in the region seeing prices more than or and Central Hawke’s Bay (143.5 percent). almost double over the decade.

Spokesperson for realestate.co.nz, Vanessa Since its industrial decline in the 1980s, Williams, suggests this is a bit of a surprise.

Kawerau’s rise is well documented, and the “Auckland house prices are usually the hot latest data from realestate.co.nz reflects that. topic, but it seems the story here is what is Average asking prices in the area were almost happening in the regions.” four times higher in 2021 when compared to Save for Central Otago and Dunedin city, all the 2012 (up 282.1 percent). locations which have seen prices double are in the North Island.

“This is likely explained by population – more Kiwis call the North Island home than they do the south, which likely means higher demand,” Vanessa says.

What’s happened to property prices in your region over the last decade?

Leading the charge with the most significant price increases of the decade, Waitakere City, Waiheke Island and Papakura more than doubled their average asking prices over the last decade with increases of 125.5 percent, 123.6 percent and 117 percent, respectively.

With many Kiwis priced out of central Auckland, Waitakere City and Papakura have become popular over the last decade for their easy commute.

“Ten years ago, the average asking prices in Waitakere and Papakura were $506,090 and $480,687 respectively - just above half of the $781,109 average asking price in Auckland City at the time,” Vanessa says.

The average asking prices in these regions have increased faster than those in Auckland City over the decade, closing the gap between prices in these areas.

But Vanessa says these areas are still, on average, cheaper than Central Auckland, where average asking prices were above $1.5 million in February 2022.

Tauranga, Rotorua and Whakatane also saw average asking prices more than double in 10 years with increases of 115 percent, 109.3 percent and 107.5 percent, respectively.

“In Tauranga in particular, property prices started to lift quite rapidly from about 2015 – which is also when we started to see the growing trend of Aucklanders relocating to the beachside city in search of affordable housing.

“The annual average asking price in Auckland City reached over $1 million for the first time in 2015, so it is no wonder Aucklanders started to look to the regions around that time,” Vanessa says.

Asking prices more than double in most Waikato towns South Waikato, Waikato, Hamilton City, and Matamata-Piako saw prices more than double in the last decade, up 127.5 percent, 122.5 percent, 119.4 percent and 118.0 percent, respectively.

Vanessa says that the popularity of lifestyle property in the region is evident. The most significant annual asking price in the region for 2021 was $1,148,420 in lifestyle block loving Waikato. Waipa, which offers a mix of small-town and country living, also saw asking prices hike more than $100,000 to $986,587 between 2020 and 2021.

But despite high prices in most areas, Vanessa says property seekers may still be able to find something in the region for less.

Waiheke Island’s popularity has also grown “Although average asking prices lifted over the decade, with many claiming that the once-sleepy island town has become suburban significantly over the decade in South Waikato, the average asking price in the area is still Auckland. below half a million, sitting at $486,289 But with prices at almost $2 million at the in 2021.” end of February 2022, Vanessa suggests that In Waitomo, where prices have risen just Waiheke’s popularity has more to do with the 44.2% in the last decade, the average asking white sand beaches and lifestyle aspects than price is only $437,958. the easy ferry commute.

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Decade-long price rises in sunny Hawke’s Bay Average asking prices more than doubled in Central Hawke’s Bay (up 143.5 percent),

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The property market tends to operate on supply and demand. When supply is low, demand and prices usually increase. But when buyers have a lot of choice—as is the case when there is an oversupply—prices tend to drop.

Napier City (up 126.2 percent) and Hastings (up 107.8 percent) in the last 10 years. In Wairoa, the only area in the region which did not see prices double, the average asking price lifted by 71.3 percent to $419,669.

Vanessa says the price growth in the “fruit bowl of New Zealand” reflects the steady increase in most of the country.

“Although Wairoa did not see prices double like in other areas, they still saw an increase of $174,680 from $244,990 in 2012 to $419,669 in 2021.”

Wellington City prices firm but lagging behind the growth seen in the rest of the region during the last decade.

all areas did see prices increase when compared to 2012.

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Waimate, Mackenzie and Christchurch City saw the most significant lifts, with increases to average asking prices of 84.2 percent, 81.8 percent and 58.4 percent, respectively.

Vanessa says we are likely still seeing some impacts of the 2011 Christchurch earthquakes on the Canterbury region.

“As part of the rebuild efforts, we saw an oversupply of homes in Canterbury, and this has likely impacted the rate of average asking price growth in the region.

“The property market tends to operate on supply and demand. When supply is low, Average asking prices in most of the Wellington demand and prices usually increase. But region more than doubled in the last decade. when buyers have a lot of choice—as is the Since 2012, average asking prices increased case when there is an oversupply—prices tend 136.7 percent in the Kapiti Coast, 128.3 to drop.” percent in Upper Hutt City, 127.5 percent in Lower Hutt City and 108.2 percent in Porirua.

Central Otago prices up 127.9 percent in 10 However, in the windy city itself, price growth years, but the average asking price still sits has been less rapid, with the average asking below $1 million price in Wellington City increasing by 85.3 It might be time for Central Otago homeowners percent in the 10 years to 2021. to celebrate with the bottle of Pinot Noir they “What we have seen in the Wellington region is many of the outlying areas ‘catching up’ to central city prices which typically sit above those seen in outlying areas.

“Still, the average asking price in Wellington City in 2021 was $1,023,166 – up to $471,069 compared to 2012,” Vanessa says.

All other areas in the region sat behind Wellington City prices in 2021, with Kapiti Coast at $984,931, Porirua City at $949,213, Lower Hutt City at $913,118 and Upper Hutt City at $894,898.

Canterbury’s price growth was slower when compared to other regions None of Canterbury’s districts saw their prices double over the last decade however,

cellared ten years ago – asking prices in the area have more than doubled from $398,900 in 2012 to $908,938 in 2021.

The rapid growth in the grape-growing region exceeds that in lakeside hotspots Wanaka and Queenstown, which have seen 10-year increases of 99.1 percent and 83.1 percent, respectively.

However, with the average asking price still below $1 million, property seekers looking for a bargain could consider trading water and winter sports for the area’s wine and local history.

Average asking prices in popular Wanaka and Queenstown were above $1.5 million in 2021 at $1,636,091 and $1,571,334, respectively. CT

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CLIENT FOCUSED, RESULTS DRIVEN. By taking the time to listen to my clients, and understand their circumstances, their needs, and their aspirations, I’m able to deliver solutions that fit the specific lifestyle requirements of each individual I work alongside.

My clients appreciate my extensive market knowledge and my commitment to providing a professional experience with honesty and integrity. When you work with me, my service does not stop at the sale, afterall, we will be neighbours and share the passion for this very special place I call home, Akaroa. So, if you are thinking of buying or selling please do not hesitate to get in contact.

WHAT MY CLIENTS HAVE TO SAY:

“When we recently decided to sell out home in Akaroa, we unhesitatingly chose Alan Nobbs as agent on our behalf; we did so based on our experience of buying the house through Alan some 10 years previously, when his professional help and reliability had been much appreciated.

During the recent sale process, Alan’s performance on our behalf has been exemplary throughout. Alan has a wealth of local knowledge and is obviously a well-respected and widely known member of the Akaroa Community, which we have recognised as invaluable to the whole process of finding a buyer for our home.”

NINA & CLINT “Alan is enjoyable, friendly and passionate about looking after people and we enjoy dealing with him whenever we have property in mind.

Friendly, approachable, transparent and not pushy. Alan is a straight shooter and he works hard to meet the needs of both the Vendor and buyer.”

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CAROLYN & SIMON “Alan’s service was above and beyond. He helped us in a way that made it believe that we mattered. Excellent service.”

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THE DREAM TEAM Three for the price of one represents exceptional value for money in anyone’s books. That’s certainly how Debbie Pettigrew’s clients feel, who are lucky enough to get not one but three experienced and successful real estate professionals as part of the package!

Armed with a Bachelor’s degree in valuation and property management, Debbie embarked on her career in real estate more than a decade ago. Since then, she’s earned a reputation as one of the region’s leading agents, consistently ranking amongst Harcourts Grenadier’s Top 10, and winning the Top Sales Consultant award for the Beckenham office on numerous occasions. In January this year she was ranked 5th in Canterbury across the entire Harcourts network.

But she hasn’t done it alone. In the last two years Debbie has made some significant changes to her business, bringing two other highly-driven individuals onboard to create a powerful combination of ideas, expertise and capabilities.

The first to join was Sally McMillian, a licensed real estate salesperson whose background in high-level customer service roles helped hone her exceptional people skills. Hard-working and detail-orientated, Sally’s empathetic approach helps her build strong relationships with her clients and develop tailored strategies designed to embrace their unique needs.

Then there’s Carole Le Beau, who keeps the wheels in motion behind the scenes. Drawing on more than 25 years of real estate and customer service experience, Carol ensures every ‘I’ is dotted and ever ‘t’ is crossed from a logistical perspective. Between them, the three women deliver a blend of creative thinking, marketing nous and systematic excellence which invariably produces outstanding results.

For Debbie, having three different personalities and perspectives working together is invaluable. ‘We really complement each other”, she says. “There’s never any shortage of ideas and viewpoints, which is priceless when you’re coming up with strategies or striving to solve challenges. We’re certainly stronger together”.

Of course, there have been plenty of challenges over the last two years, with the world thrown into turmoil

by Covid19. But another of the team’s core traits – the ability to embrace an agile mindset – has held them in good stead throughout. “We’re really open-minded, and really solutions-focused”, says Debbie. “We care deeply about getting great results for our clients and, to put it simply, we don’t rest until we figure out a way to do just that!”.

The concept of care and responsibility is something which resonates with all three members of the team.

‘When we partner with a client, we commit fully”,

says Sally. ‘It’s never enough to just ‘get the job done’ – we’ve built our reputation around going above and beyond to exceed our client’s expectations and deliver uncommonly good results’.

The trio also share a deep passion for Christchurch and the wider region. “I’m a born-and-bred Cantabrian’, says Debbie. “I’ve travelled extensively over the years, but every trip away serves to remind me of how lucky we are to live in this very special part of the world’.

That love for, and knowledge of, the local market helps the team market a huge variety of properties right across the city. “While we sell a lot of homes around Cashmere and the surrounding areas, we’re in no way restricted to this part of town”, adds Sally.

Nor are they confined to a particular type of property.

“We’ve definitely earned a reputation for marketing high-end properties”, comments Debbie. “But that certainly isn’t all we do. We love helping first home buyers start their journeys. And we love helping downsizers embark on the next exciting chapter. We list everything from townhouses and rentals to family homes and lifestyle properties – we even dabble in commercial property on the odd occasion!”

Of course, the power of the Harcourts brand has also played an integral part in the success Debbie and her team have achieved to date. “There are huge benefits to being part of the Harcourts network”, says Carol.

“The training is world-class, as are the resources at our disposal, and the support available for our clients. We have everything we need to ensure each, and every property gets the reach and exposure it deserves”.

As far as the market goes right now, Debbie believes things are still incredibly buoyant in Canterbury.

“Things certainly aren’t buttoning off”, she says.

“While other main centres like Auckland and Wellington may be approaching their peak right now, the market here still feels like it has some way to go before we realise the true value of property. Interest rates are still low (relative to some of the highs of years gone by), and there’s still significant demand from buyers.

If you’re thinking of buying or selling property in or around Christchurch, and you’d like to work alongside Debbie, Sally and Carol, you can reach them on debbie.pettigrew@harcourts.co.nz

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We felt comfortable at the start, and this was strengthened by the efficiency and friendliness of Cameron and his team following. All efforts were made to create a great listing, from top class photography to efficient communication to excellent guidance throughout the process.

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Harcourts Holmwood: Liz O'Neill Liz O’Neill is a hard-working real estate agent who started her career three years ago with Harcourts Holmwood.

Her move into the industry came after unexpectedly falling pregnant and being made redundant while on maternity leave. Fortunately, with some amazing support from her friends and family, she had everything she needed to support her goals of becoming a successful real estate agent and an incredible single parent.

Liz represented New Zealand at an international level as an ice skater, starting from when she was 14 years old and competing into her mid-twenties, and then after loving the sport for so long she moved into coaching her club's up-and-coming students. When the time came to start looking at getting back into work, the idea of real estate had come to mind. One day after chatting to a student’s parents about the idea, they set up a meeting with their friend Tony Jenkins, who happened to be the CEO for Harcourts Holmwood.

After an amazing conversation, Tony knew Liz would be perfect for real estate and wanted her on board right away. After Tony showed his support for Liz’s young son Henry who would be more than welcome in the Holmwood offices, Liz decided to jump

straight in and Henry has been there every step of the way. Family has always been a priority for Liz and to include Henry and niece Addison in her work helps achieve a wonderful work life balance for her and her family.

Liz has been successful in her real estate career right from the start, winning the Rising Star award for Harcourts Holmwood and the Canterbury region in her first year (2019-2020), including recent awards in January 2022 for number one agent in the Holmwood franchise, number one for her Harcourts Merivale office, and came third for the Canterbury region.

Now that Liz has worked hard to get to where she is in her career, she wants to start giving back. The support her friends have given her over the last few years speaks volumes for her and after learning that some of her friends have been diagnosed with breast cancer, she organised a pink ribbon breakfast where a couple of thousand dollars raised went towards the Breast Cancer Foundation last year.

“This is a lifestyle choice not just a job, and I’m fortunate to work in an industry that I love,” she says.

This year, Liz and her team are about to run the first annual Breast Cancer Auction, with the goal of raising at least $10,000 for the

Breast Cancer Foundation. There’s a lot of support already with multiple Canterbury companies donating gifts to be auctioned off for this great cause. The auction will be held on Thursday 12th of May at the Holmwood Auction Rooms. Nibbles start at 6pm and the auction starts at 7:30pm, with tickets costing $60.

For more information contact Liz O’Neill on (021) 243 9549, email liz.oneill@harcourts. co.nz, or head into Harcourts Merivale office at 175 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch.

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NZ property industry heads towards technology tipping point New Zealand’s property industry has accelerated its investment in technology in response to Covid-19 and embraced new systems and processes at a faster rate than its Australian counterparts, according to a new report.

Despite this, six in 10 respondents to a survey conducted by the Property Council of New Zealand and software company Yardi still depend on spreadsheets to assess the performance of their portfolios.

The survey of a senior cohort from New Zealand’s property industry sets a data baseline for what is expected to be an annual investigation into attitudes and actions influencing property technology, or proptech.

Property Council New Zealand chief executive, Leonie Freeman, says “property is New Zealand’s largest industry, generating 15 percent of our economic activity, nine percent of jobs and contributing more than $41.2 billion to GDP. “But until now, we’ve lacked access to information which sheds light on the market saturation and acceleration of the digital tools that drive value in this important industry.”

Almost two thirds (64 percent) of survey respondents said technology would play a pivotal role in reshaping their real estate portfolios in the next three years. And 95 percent said the disruption of Covid-19 had driven adoption of digital technology.

More than two thirds (68 percent) are now using Cloud-based productivity suites, for instance.

Eighty-six per cent of respondents thought New Zealand trailed the rest of the world for tech adoption – despite being further advanced than other markets in many areas.

For example, 77 percent of Kiwi property companies use specialist accounting and finance system, compared with 22 percent of Australian companies.

“Kiwis are always looking to work smarter, and being small, lean and agile means we can pivot quickly towards new ideas and innovations,” Leonie says.

Yardi’s senior regional director, Bernie Devine, agrees. “The Covid-19 pandemic has taught New Zealand’s property leaders to prepare for ongoing unpredictability with new systems and processes that simplify complexity and enable flexibility.”

Survey respondents noted business process automation (41 percent), big data analytics

(27 percent) and artificial intelligence (18 percent) as the three technologies most likely to be adopted over the next three years.

“This survey gives property industry leaders a clear sense of where they stand and exposes areas for investment and focus,” Bernie says.

“Property leaders have emerged from the crisis with a new understanding of the role of

the technology and we can expect investment to grow dramatically in the next few years.”

“This report sets a baseline which demonstrates New Zealand’s property industry is proactive and positive about technology and adoption. Technology is now at the core of every successful property business,” she concludes. CT

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Property law act changes should be targeted to help those most in need

The Property Council has recommended key changes to the Bill which will target support to vulnerable tenants and ensure landlords and tenants get equitable outcomes.

The changes include legislating a simple two stage eligibility test to target support for vulnerable tenants: • ‘Who can get it’ - including meeting criteria such as being a New Zealand owned business; an SME (e.g. of fewer than 20 employees or having annual turnover less than say $25m); and eligibility for the wage subsidy showing economic loss over a period • ‘What is a ‘fair proportion of rent’ - a set of considerations including an economic loss test, impact of online sales and ‘click and collect’, the ability for a business to operate remotely and consideration of the potential bounce back in sales once the physical premises reopens over a defined period of time.

Also suggested is limiting the clause to only Alert Levels Four and Three, and providing more financial assistance to vulnerable businesses who aren’t eligible for other Government support to boost cashflow.

“Right now, the draft legislation is ambiguous and vague,” Leonie says.

“Due to the lack of industry consultation the Government has failed to address some of the key issues that arose out of a similarly worded clause in the ADLS Lease, with the requirement for property owners to provide a ‘fair proportion of rent relief’ open to interpretation.

“Without clarification of what ‘fair’ means, this legislation merely puts the entire sector back at square one.

“We know specific sectors such as retail and hospitality need more support than others, but this legislation could see vulnerable tenants who were previously given 100 percent rent relief receive less as the landlord will have to provide ‘fairly’ across all tenancies.

“We believe that if the Government had taken its time and followed a fuller process which included consulting with the parties such as Retail NZ, Business NZ, Hospitality NZ and the Property Council, we could have achieved a workable solution that ensures those in the greatest need receive the most support.

“There are some very serious unintended consequences that will result from the decision

to deploy a blanket approach to what is a very nuanced and individualised contractual environment,” says Freeman.

“In many cases the businesses which will benefit have much greater financial strength than the landlords who will be impacted. The proposal as currently drafted, with its wide application to commercial leases, has much broader implications.

“Since the Government announced the proposed changes last Tuesday, we have been inundated with stories from both tenants and landlords, many of whom will see their livelihoods at stake should the legislation come to pass.

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“I received an email this week from a couple in their 80s, whose only income is their pension and the rent from their small commercial property. Their professional tenants have requested a 50 percent reduction in rent, despite their business suffering no financial stress due to lockdown.

“This couple simply cannot afford a rent reduction, nor can they afford to drag the issue through arbitration in the tens of thousands.

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How will this legislation support people like them?” she says. CT

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Property Council chief executive, Leonie Freeman, has labelled the Government’s changes to the Property Law Act as part of the Covid-19 Response (Management Measures) Legislation Bill, “A missed opportunity for those who need it most”.

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Harcourts Four Seasons has eight offices to meet the growing demand for quality property management services in the Canterbury area. “We are here to help relieve landlords from the stress of rental property ownership,” says Penny Lovell, Business Manager, Harcourts Four Seasons Realty. “We do this by carefully selecting tenants, collecting rents, handling maintenance issues and all the things that

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What to look for when selecting a funeral director The death of someone close is a time of sadness when a range of emotions are experienced.

Helping others cope with loss and grief

Whether it's an elderly relative or the unexpected loss of a young child, the loss of a loved one, be it in the family, a friend or colleague, is always a time of trauma and sadness for those left behind. At times grief can be an all-consuming sadness.

Support for people in mental health crisis

“Let’s work together,” says Dr Susanna Galea-Singer, chair of the New Zealand An increase in mental health related emergency Faculty of Addiction Psychiatry ambulance responses is cause for great Subcommittee. concern according to the Royal Australian “We need to do more to prevent people and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists reaching crisis point and this can be done by (RANZCP). getting the right people, in the right places, at A recent report released by St John, states the right time. that over the past six months St John has “In practice, this means seeking interventions responded to nearly 20,000 people who proven to work – whether they are new and have been experiencing some form of mental innovative or tried and trusted – then putting health crisis. them into use with the funding required for Chair of the RANZCP New Zealand National their success.

Committee – Tu Te Akaaka Roa, Dr Mark “Community and peer support are crucial Lawrence, says “An increase of 10 percent in elements in the mix,” Dr Galea-Singer says. mental health related incidents is a clarion call to the mental health sector.

“Today’s mental health services are facing more complex cases: patients with multiple “These statistics are a clear wake up call to health issues. This makes service provision improve our mental health services to avoid particularly challenging.” people reaching crisis point. Our whanau Dr Lawrence also affirmed that while the should not be reaching this level of crisis. figures are concerning, the situation is not “There is no denying, as a nation, we need to entirely hopeless and there is still much we work together to address this. St John can’t do can all do. it alone, nor can whanau, nor can psychiatrists.

“Our first step should be ensuring we keep Together however, we can – and must – make a clear person-centred/whanau-centred a real difference.” approach. Viewing health and mental health The RANZCP emphasised that the best way to holistically, there are successful, costcombat this increase in mental health call outs effective interventions that improve access, was for emergency and mental health services that work for Maori, and that can prevent to work together. issues from escalating to a crisis state.” CT

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Having a meaningful farewell allows your loved ones to gather, support one another, remember, and celebrate your life and begin the journey of saying goodbye.

Funeral directors have a complex and vitally important event to organise and run for a family who are highly emotional with grief.

Funerals are a one-off event and cannot be rerun if something is not right and what is more, we are only just beginning to discover the long-term harm of a poorly run funeral or indeed no funeral at all.

Mental wellbeing is not something we fully understand, and grief is one of the most powerful emotions that can negatively impact on our mental well-being if it is not managed well.

A meaningful farewell makes a positive contribution to our grieving and our mental well-being.

We need to remember that a funeral is for the living.

It is the start of the process where a family comes to terms with the sudden loss of a loved one and starts to understand how life will now be different with that person not being physically present as they were.

One of our most precious gifts to our family when we go is a meaningful farewell to help them along that journey.

So how can we avoid the scammers, the cowboys, and also make sure that we leave our loved ones with the precious gift of a meaningful farewell.

We find someone who knows what they are doing and ask them to do it. So how do we find such a person and how do we know if they do know what they are doing?

1. Find a funeral director who is committed to a written set of standards with ethical principles and ask for a copy. This provides the evidence that they know what they are doing because it is written down. As part of that also ask to see a copy of their contract

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for service. This sets out what they will deliver and what you or your estate will pay for. Finally ask for a written estimate so you know the cost before the event and not have it as a surprise afterwards.

2. Find a funeral director who is subject to a regular inspection process to make sure that they are complying with the standards they have.

3. Find a funeral director who is subject to an independent complaints process. If something goes wrong or just isn’t quite right, you need someone you can go to, to get advice or help and who has the power to do something to make it right. That someone must be independent to make the process worthwhile and the funeral director must submit to that process.

4. Find a funeral director who is part of a national organisation that provides training and professional development so that the funeral director keeps up to date with current legislation and the latest thinking on how to make a farewell meaningful.

Quite frankly, there are no real surprises in this list, and it is what you should expert when dealing with any professional or trades person.

You can find funeral directors who meet these four simple requirements and can be your assurance of a meaningful farewell. Make sure that precious gift is all you want it to be, and your family needs it to be.

For your assurance of a meaningful farewell, visit www.funeraldirectors.co.nz, to find your local Funeral Directors Association member.

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In 2021 Jamie went on to manage a funeral home in Oamaru and then had the opportunity to return to his hometown in Christchurch earlier this year. As a qualified funeral director and experienced embalmer, Jamie has enjoyed working in other parts of New Zealand further enhancing his knowledge and understanding of different communities and cultures.

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Mike Chandler and Nick Allwright who have been in the industry for 21 years and 5 years respectively. Jamie say’s it is wonderful to lead a team that can support any family at their time of need regardless of budget, we have plans to suit everyone from small intimate farewells to full traditional funerals and even to assist those in the community who may not have family.

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Personal We are a small team and we keep things very intimate and personal for the family of the deceased. We take great pride in the little details. We go above and beyond for the families we serve... but don’t just take our word for it – read our reviews.

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