Business Central June 2025

Volume 10| Issue 3 | June 2025 www.waterfordpress.co.nz Creating quality homes Davie Construction is making a positive impact on the housing market with high-quality new homes and renovations.  Page 76

2 | Contents 10|A long-term recovery process Nearly two years after Cyclone Gabrielle hit, Heinz Wattie’s continues towards full recovery. 38| Innovation in demolition waste NZ’s first plasterboard recycling initiative is changing the way we handle construction and demolition waste. 78| Bucking the trend of the downturn Dynamic Construction is bucking the trend of the recent downturn in the building industry. 38 78 10 OUR PARTNERS: Christchurch Office 112 Wrights Road, Addington, Christchurch Phone 03-983 5500 PO Box 37 346 www.waterfordpress.co.nz Queenstown Office 70 Glenda Drive, Queenstown 9300 MANAGING DIRECTOR James Lynch james@waterfordpress.co.nz BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Chris Pearce chris.pearce@waterfordpress.co.nz EDITORIAL Editor Nick Gormack nick@waterfordpress.co.nz Sub-editors Christine Defilice, Randall Johnston WRITERS Emma Bailey, Kim Bowden, Bernadette Cooney, Ange Davidson, Kelly Deeks, Christine DeFilice, Hugh de Lacy, Russell Fredric, Richard Loader, Kim Newth, Sue Russell, Karen Phelps, Rosa Watson, Aimee Wilson, Nicki Woodlock, Virginia Wright RESEARCH & MARKETING James Anderson, Sam Dart, Chris Graves, Megan Hawkins, Annie Patrick, Chris Pearce, Danielle Percival, Adam Shirra, Leo Smith, Alasdair Thomson sales@waterfordpress.co.nz PRODUCTION DEPARTMENT General Manager Luke Lynch luke@waterfordpress.co.nz Graphic Artists Anton Gray, Francesca Hildawa, Sophie McCleary, Liki Udam art@waterfordpress.co.nz CONTENT COORDINATORS Alissa Crosby, Ann-Marie Frentz, Michelle Phelan, Josie Villa OFFICE AND ACCOUNTS Helen Bourne accounts@waterfordpress.co.nz Jill Holland reception@waterfordpress.co.nz Lyn Barlow lyn@waterfordpress.co.nz Brian Green Property Group ��03 Homestead Construction Ltd ��04 Domain Holdings ��06 HW Developments ��08 Heinz Watties ��10 Craggy Range ��12 Fitzherbert Property ��16 Porirua City Council ��19 Hutt City Council ��20 Te Runanga O Toa Rangatira ��22 Taupo District Council ��24 St Pierre’s Sushi - Head Office ��25 Bode Homes ��27 Ainsworth & Collinson: Mission Hills ��28 Meridian Energy – Wellington ��30 Silver Fern Hawera ��31 Sheeran Associates Ltd ��32 First Cold ��33 Property Brokers - Waipukurau ��34 Orchard Joinery ��36 Rabbitte Joinery ��37 Central Environmental ��38 Tupore Infrastructure ��39 Citycare Water ��41 Kaweka Health ��42 Horowhenua College ��44 Tauhara College ��45 Otaki College ��46 Tiaho School ��47 Fieldair Engineering Ltd ��50 J&D Mclennan Engineering ��51 Bay Forest Harvesting ��52 Apex Windows ��53 A&K Plumbing and Electrical ��54 Civil Works Taranaki ��54 McPhee Cottage Industries ��55 Ngai Tukairangi Trust Napier Port ��56 RJ Flowers Orchard ��58 Cleanline Tasman ��60 EziSteel ��62 Maridale Construction ��64 Champion Prenail ��65 Prenail Frames & Trusses ��66 Wellington Granite ��67 Britkin Industrial Construction ��68 Coast Construction Limited ��71 Haarlem Build ��72 David Reid Homes – Taupo ��74 Davie Construction & Marcus Lawry ��76 Dynamic Construction & Development ��78 Supreme Construction Taranaki ��79 Barrow Builders ��80 Blackley Construction ��81 McInnes Construction ��82 Te Kupenga Hauora-Ahuriri ��83 Latitude Homes - Hawkes Bay ��84 Landmark Homes - Hawkes Bay ��86 Venture Build ��90 Latitude Homes Taupō & Rotorua ��91 Urban Plus ��92 Under Construction ��94 Landmark Homes - Taranaki ��95 Vortex International ��96 Wallace Architects ��97 Designgroup Stapleton Elliott ��98 True Honey ��100 Symons Group ��102 Wanganui River City Cabs ��104 #businesscentral #yourstory www.waterfordpress.co.nz   T&C’s: These conditions are prescribed for the sake of understanding between the Waterford Press Ltd and its clients. 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| 3 “We are playing a part in helping to shape the region’s future. We have additional land holdings in Palmerston North earmarked for future development.” REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Brian Green Property Group T TKaren Phelps Reshaping the industrial and residential sectors The Midhurst Park development will be a substantial addition to the region’s industrial capacity. Brian Green Property Group has several significant projects currently reshaping both industrial and residential sectors across Palmerston North. Company owner Brian Green says its Midhurst Park development will be a substantial addition to the region’s industrial capacity. Located on a 15.4-hectare site with access from Kelvin Grove Road, the industrial park offers 37 lots with titles due shortly. “At the moment there is very little industrial land for sale in Palmerston North. We’ve had quite a bit of interest,” says Brian. Situated close to the airport, State Highway 1 and rail, the project offers lots ranging from 1,000 square metres up to two hectares. Flexibility is central to the company’s approach at Midhurst says Brian with options to either purchase the industrial land outright or design-and-build with leaseback opportunities. Simultaneously Brian Green Property Group is progressing with its flagship residential development, Pacific Heights. Currently working through stages eight and nine, the company is preparing to release an additional 46 residential sections to the market. “Pacific Heights subdivision is located at the southern end of Pacific Drive providing panoramic mountain and city views,” says Brian. “Large elevated sections are fully serviced and have comprehensive building covenants ensuring quality homes to protect each person’s investment.” The subdivision is zoned for both Palmerston North Boys High and Palmerston North Girls High and is close to Massey University, International Pacific College and the Summerhill Shopping Complex. Progress also continues at Valley Views in Turitea Valley with plans to extend the development by approximately 30 lots. Brian says this project has already proven popular with buyers, including those relocating from Auckland drawn by the favourable property prices. With regards to commercial developments the company will soon commence construction at 1050 Tremaine Avenue, creating a series of commercial warehouse showrooms. “We’ll be building units ranging in size from 100-300 square metres. There’s a lot of interest in that size of premises in Palmerston North,” says Brian. Construction is scheduled to begin later this year with completion expected by late 2026. The redevelopment of the Cloverlea Tavern is another current project for the company. Following a fire last year at the establishment, located on the corner of Tremaine Avenue and Gillespies Line, the building will be rebuilt and leased to the same tenant. Brian Green Property Group was established in 1971 and has built its reputation primarily on commercial and industrial property development throughout the Manawatu region. Despite being a small, close-knit team, it manages significant projects and assets across the area. “After many decades of delivering numerous developments in Palmerston North in particular,” says Brian, “Brian Green Property Group takes great pride in playing a part in helping to shape the region’s future. We have additional land holdings in Palmerston North earmarked for future development.” 06 952 3584 | info@humphries.kiwi | www.humphries.kiwi INDUSTRIAL | COMMERCIAL | RESIDENTIAL PROUD TO SUPPORT BRIAN GREEN PROPERTY GROUP Serv c ng the Manawatu for over 70 years - 1955-2025 Proudly support ng Br an Green Property Group For your conven ence get your Aggregate suppl es from our yard n Bennett Street Palmerston North Earthworks Driveways Roading Tree Removal Site Excavation Car Parks Section Clearing Farm Races Agricultural & Rural Needs Washed Sand Base Course Pea Metal Builders Mix River Run Washed Stone - all grades Foundation Fill Top Soil Silt DELIVERED DIRECT FROM OUR QUARRY LONG REACH EXCAVATION David Eales 0274 441 392 Fred Hoult 0272 301 335 Off ce 06 355 5022 nfo@houltsconz 25 Bennett St PO Box 4268 Palmerston North www.houltcontractors.co.nz

4 | BUILDING Homestead Construction Ltd T TBernadette Cooney The first of five builds planned Homestead Construction worked closely with the developer over several years. Building to meet the growing needs of the logistics and distribution sector across the lower North Island, has seen Homestead Construction closing in on a new high spec warehouse within the North East Industrial Precinct in Palmerston North. The seven-hectare development neighbours’ national companies like Foodstuffs, Woolworths, Fulton Hogan, Cable Price and freight forwarders. The 164 Setters Line large-format warehouse is the first of five builds planned for the industrial zoned land, near the airport and major road and rail transport links. The 3150sq. metre warehouse is the latest concrete panel and metal profile design and build from family-owned Homestead Construction, who have built a reputation for managing commercial and multi residential projects from concept to completion across the Horowhenua, Manawatu and greater Wellington regions. This latest project reinforces their position as a go-to partner for high-value industrial builds. “The North East Industrial Precinct helps address a shortage of industrial developments in the region and the Setters Line warehouse project is a client development for an anchor tenant within that precinct,” says Homestead Construction Design Project Manager, Paulette Stewart. Homestead Construction worked closely with the developer over several years to help deliver a project that meets the tenants operational and strategic goals. “Setters Line warehouse is a smart, high-stud, clear-span facility designed for efficiency and built for logistics operations. The building offers 2500 sq. metres of high-stud warehouse space and 6500 sq. metres of office and packhouse space, plus 3000 sq. metres of fully concreted, secure yard.” A 200 sq. metre canopy allows for all weathers loading and unloading of trucks, and a dual access carriageway for secure LAND SURVEYING CIVIL & STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING RESOURCE CONSENTS 2B DENBIGH SQUARE, FEILDING | 511 QUEEN STREET EAST, LEVIN | 06 324 0309 OR 06 961 3080 | ADMIN@GEOWORKS.CO.NZ | WWW.GEOWORKS.CO.NZ Your trusted source for premium ceiling and partition installations. www.eliteceilings.co.nz eliteceilings@outlook.co.nz Our support for Homestead Construction Ltd reflects our shared commitment to quality and excellence. m: 021 247 0978 e: mark.james@kinetic-electric.co.nz www.kinetic-electric.co.nz entrance and exit. There are thirty onsite carparks. The purpose-built logistics warehouse is fire protection sprinklered and includes a 500,000-litre water storage tank which will be available for all buildings on the development to use. Landscaping has been integrated to soften the site’s rural boundary and comply with local district planning rules. The warehouse development includes two

| 5 Homestead Construction Ltd BUILDING Homestead Construction engaged with civil engineers and Palmerston North City Council, to design an on-site stormwater system. connecting roads in, one at Richardsons Line and the other from Setters Line. The build began in August 2024 and is on target for completion and to welcome its anchor tenant by May this year. “It’s a quick, quality build and that’s a key advantage of precast concrete panel builds,” says Paulette. “We’ve delivered ahead of programme. The client’s happy, and the tenant’s been involved from the beginning, which makes a big difference.” Homestead Construction engaged with civil engineers and Palmerston North City Council, to design an on-site stormwater system that uses retention ponds to manage runoff. “Stormwater is a big issue out here, and we’re proud of the sustainable solution we put in place that manages this without dependence on external infrastructure.” Homestead Construction is also currently working on the VidaSpace 3200 sq. metre head office and distribution centre in Levin. In a region facing a shortage of industrial space, the 164 Setters Line project is a strong signal that Palmerston North is ready to meet the growing needs of logistics and manufacturing across the lower North Island. Proudly Supporting Homestead Construction Ltd Get in Touch! 027 818 3563 premiumbuilderspn@gmail.com www.premiumbuilders.co.nz Your Complete Construction Partner – Commercial & Residential At Premium Builders, we deliver a comprehensive suite of contract construction services, expertly managing both commercial and residential projects from initial concept to final completion. We are your trusted partner for quality builds throughout the Manawatu region. Full Project Management | Site Works, Roading & Landscape Foundations & Footings | Precast Panel Erection | Structural Steel Work Our experienced and fully capable team is proficient in all aspects of commercial construction, from groundbreaking to handover. We are proud of our proven track record.

6 | REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Domain Holdings T TSue Russell Conversion to a thriving commercial-industrial site A 40ha block of farmland adjacent to the Buttermilk industrial site was rezoned from farming to industrial. Sam Wulff holds much positive energy toward South Waikato town Putaruru. He’s demonstrated this commitment through a number of investments, leading he hopes to greater things to come for the town and its people. Along with fellow property developer Dave Macfarlane, Domain Holdings, has been instrumental in the establishment of two subdivisions in the town and the transformation of an old saw-mill into a thriving commercial/industrial site affectionately called ‘Buttermilk’. “When the chance came up to buy the site both Dave and I could sense its potential. We’re not only about creating affordable quality homes for people to live in but also keen on enabling opportunities for businesses to establish, and in so doing open up other employment options for its citizens,” says Sam. Since Business Central last spoke with Sam about a year ago, he said not a great deal of further development had taken place apart from some internal development of the industrial site and the building of four houses for sale in the newer Scotia Glen subdivision. Constructed using light guage steel framing manufactured by Green Frame, another business Sam and Dave own. Sam admits the timing of building the homes wasn’t perfect. “We hit the market in the depth of the recession but property developers are ever-optomistic and Dave and I wanted to make a statement of positivity and to support some of the local builder community while things were quiet.” Sam says when South Waikato District Council consulted on the region’s 10 year district plan, Domain Holdings inputted, culminating in quite a few smaller pockets of land opening up for future development. “A 40ha block of farmland adjacent to our ‘Buttermilk’ industrial site was rezoned from farming to industrial. Land prices around this part of the Waikato are quite competitive and make investment in them economically viable from a developers point of view, and ultimately a tenant’s too, especially those requiring a larger land area. This newly rezoned 40ha block has SH 1 along one boundary, but a far more practical access point was through our adjacent Buttermilk site, creating easy access to the provincial roading network, making its future development into industrial sites way more practical for potential businesses interested in establishing in the area. “We were happy to engage with Council and sell them the land required for the access way as we could see the benefits that this would bring.” Some interesting businesses have seized the opportunity to move into Buttermilk, including a company that practices Yakisugi, a traditional japanese technique of charring cedar boards, burnishing the burnt results with sandpaper and wire brushes and sealing the charred surface with natural oil. The wood is essentially preserved and is highly sought-after as an architectural medium. Currently a couple of vacancies exist in Buttermilk and Sam says he’s been pleased with what the precinct is achieving for the township, with over 100 people employed on the site today. “It’s great to see an old vacant site transform into spaces for businesses to lease. This is all part of helping the town grow.” A building site waste recycling business, ‘Hanson Resource Recycling,’ has been relocated from Buttermilk to a more isolated site enabling that business to develop well, while another industrial site owned by Dave and Sam is located just around the corner from Buttermilk and currently has four larger tenants, with room for another large scale operator to establish themselves on the 1.8ha vacant portion. A 16ha block once owned by Domain Holdings has been sold to retirement village developer, Tim Bartells, who has large-scale aspirations to eventually build upward of 500 retirement units. Sam says one thing Putaruru really needs is a large-scale modern supermarket. “The town deserves it and is of an age where one is justified in my view. There’s something about a big supermarket that speaks to the growth potential of the town and I hope that one of the major players “It’s great to see an old vacant site transform into spaces for businesses to lease. This is all part of helping the town grow.” Ph 07 883 3198 office@nicholsonsurveying.co.nz Nicholson Surveying We are a local business serving the South Waikato with a wide range of survey and land development services. 021 817 819 | basicallylandscapingltd@hotmail.com SHED FLOORS • HOUSE FLOORS • CONCRETE DECKS • PATHWAYS m 9 Q __ comes to the party and commits. The old saying ‘Progress drives progress’ is certainly true.”

8 | HW Developments REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT T TBernadette Cooney Largest residential development in the area Ōtaki Gardens, located just 400 metres from the town centre, was developed by HW Developments. Toward the sea and Rangiuru. A driving force behind the successful Otaki Gardens subdivision is preparing for an expansion with another 47 lots expected to become available from this June, following the purchase of neighbouring land at Rangiuru Road. Ōtaki Gardens, located just 400 metres from the town centre, was developed by HW Developments, which its director Colin Wilson, helped lead. The 90-lot subdivision is the largest residential development in the area to date. With 50 titled sections still available and half already sold for house and land packages, the community is beginning to take shape with new homes, a playground, and easy access to both the town centre and the beach, only two kilometres away. “Building on that momentum, we’ve launched Wilson Group Developments to deliver a new 47-lot subdivision right next door, at 255 Rangiuru Road. This second development is currently moving through the resource consent process and construction is expected to begin after June 2025,” says Colin. Taking the total number of lots available across Otaki Gardens from an initial 90 to more than 130. Making the way for 100 plus families to come out and join the Otaki Gardens community which is in keeping with the Kapiti District Council’s higher density housing policy. Unlike the first stage Ōtaki Gardens, which features sections averaging 500 to 600 square metres, the new subdivision will offer smaller, 300 sq. metre sections. “Smaller sections allow for efficient use of land while still offering enough space for quality homes,” says Colin. “On a 300 square section you can go up to 50 percent coverage, so you could build a solid 150 square metre house and still have time to enjoy life, not just mow lawns.” Sections and house and land packages are expected to appeal to downsizers, retirees, and first home buyers seeking more compact, low-maintenance homes in a locale which has a strong community feel. “Otaki is well positioned for growth but it’s still a bit of a sleepy hollow and that’s part of its charm.” Less than an hour’s drive to Wellington thanks to Transmission Gully expressway and with the potential for extended rail services, Ōtaki was increasingly the destination of choice for those seeking a lifestyle outside of, but still close to, main centres. Colin says plans are afoot to introduce a hybrid train service connecting commuters direct to Otaki from Wellington, without needing to divert from Waikanae first. CREATING GREAT PLACES Urban Planners, Land Surveyors & Civil Engineers www.infill.nz kiaora@infill.nz 027 306 7142 Proudly Supporting HW Developments Sections at Ōtaki Gardens are available now, while the new Wilson Group Developments sections will release later this year. Sales enquiries are currently handled by Kelly & Co. Property Brokers. The Rangiuru Road adjunct to Otaki Gardens marks another chapter in Colin Wilson’s long real estate and property development career. Originally from Canterbury, Colin’s work spans decades and multiple regions, starting with own developments in Ashburton and progressing to dominating the land sales market in the early 2000’s within Nelson- Tasman. Then moving to Wellington region to be closer to their two sons and families’ where Colin went on to develop Kohekohe Park in Waikanae and completing Pinot Grove in Martinborough.

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10 | Heinz Watties REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT T TKaren Phelps A long-term recovery process The scale of destruction in the region was bewildering. Nearly two years after Cyclone Gabrielle hit Hawke’s Bay, Heinz Wattie’s continues its journey towards full recovery from one of New Zealand’s most destructive weather events. The cyclone hit just one day after sweetcorn harvesting had begun, effectively destroying almost the entire crop. Tomato harvesting, which had been scheduled to commence two days after the cyclone struck, yielded only a small percentage of the anticipated volume as paddocks remained waterlogged. “With tomatoes we harvested less than 15% of planned crop,” says Bruce Mackay, Hastings agricultural manager for Heinz Wattie’s. “That was the pattern with most of our crops - we lost three-quarters of them.” For a company that has been at the heart of New Zealand’s food production landscape since 1934, the scale of destruction in the region was bewildering, says Bruce. “We had 40-foot containers standing on end that were previously sitting flat on the ground. Caravans were seen in the tops of trees. Recovery for the region is a long-term recovery process. We are still going through it, but it’s getting easier to talk about, understand what happened and move forward.” The coolstore the company uses was flooded in knee-deep water, silt and mud and there was no electricity for eight days resulting in all stored fruit rotting. Beyond crop losses, orchards sustained significant damage. While annual crops like tomatoes, beetroot and sweetcorn recovered from a production standpoint the following year, the lingering effects continue to pose challenges. Debris which washed onto paddocks has been problematic, with some rubbish becoming buried under silt and only discovered during subsequent harvests. “We had to change some of our operational methodologies because we have planting programmes in our orchards and for the last two years the trees we had set aside for new plantings have been used renovating existing orchards. There were some orchards which were completely lost.” Operating from its historic King Street site in Hastings, believed to be the largest canning operation in the Southern Hemisphere, along with the 25-acre Tomoana facility, the recovery unfolds against a backdrop of broader economic pressures. ENGINEERING & INSULATION • Certified Pipe Welding • ASME IX Qualified • Industrial Cladding & Insulation • Spray Foam Injection • Compliance Specialists • Specialists in Steam & Ammonia Pipework • 24hr Call-Out 027 828 5039

| 11 Heinz Watties REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Despite the challenges, the company remains committed to its goals. NORTH ISLAND INDEPENDENT IRRIGATION MANAGEMENT SERVICES, BASED IN HAWKES BAY, NEW ZEALAND. HOW CAN WE HELP? Irrigation System Evaluation Neutron Probe Services Independant Soil Moisture Advice Installation & Maintenance of Equipment WWW.TIPUSERVICES.CO.NZ “We’re doing it in a climate of significant change as inflation has been very high over the period. Labour costs, which are a substantial part of our business, continue to escalate,” explains Bruce. “It’s a different world and we’re having to adapt. We continue to look at how we can be more efficient and streamline process where possible.” Despite these challenges, the company remains committed to its goals, including sustainability, to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. It has joined the Hawke’s Bay arm of the Sustainable Attainable programme, the aim of which is to develop alternatives for the by-products generated during food processing and manufacturing. Bruce says Heinz Wattie’s continues to innovate and globally has got research sites that are carbon neutral and sites with solar panels and generating their own energy. “Our goal is to be a positive force.” BIG ENOUGH TO DELIVER, SMALL ENOUGH TO CARE TRANSPORT Bulk Flatdeck curtainsider REDEVELOPMENT WORK Tree removal, Land cultivation, Tree planting CIVIL / EARTHWORKS Orchard track/ load bay maintenance TIPPERS 027 279 6681 FLATDECKS 027 256 2548 CULTIVATIONWORK 027 472 0640 HEAVY MACHINERY 027 429 332 For all general enquiries please contact Willie Agnew 027 442 9332

12 | VITICULTURE Craggy Range: MCL Construction T T Russell Fredric Among the great grape vintners of the world Executive director David Peabody Jnr. The outstanding success of Craggy Range winery combined with the vision for its future is a marriage of many things, executive director David Peabody Jnr, says. Craggy Range produces a collection of iconic and internationally recognised wines from its vineyards in Hawkes Bay and Martinborough, South Wairarapa. These vineyards comprise a diverse terroir including the layered terraces of Te Muna in Martinborough and the renowned Gimblett Gravels which have the only appellation in New Zealand based on soil type. “The whole mission statement of Craggy Range and the reason for being was to create an estate that sits alongside the great grape vintners of the world, but the one thing we want is for every touchpoint of Craggy Range to be world class,” David says. Craggy Range was established by in 1998 by David’s grandparents Terry and Mary Peabody, whose extraordinary long-term vision, which now spans three generations, was anchored by the establishment of a 1000-year covenanted trust. • Weather Tightness Construction Issues • Joinery • Commercial Interiors • High End Residential Construction We Specialise In: • Design Build Projects • Construction Management • Coolstore Construction • Earthquake Strengthening Philip Mitchell Managing Director 027 442 0041 mclbuild.co.nz • mcl@mclbuild.co.nz • 06 876 0252 CONSTRUCTION INSPIRED BY LIFE construction inspired by life joinery construction interiors We think outside the box to deliver you the best. Residential | Commercial | Industrial Ph: 0508 22 88 99 | advancedplumbing.co.nz Plumbing Drainage Gas Our team is focused and passionate about innovation, expert technical advice and consistently high quality workmanship across plumbing, drainage, gas and heating. We partner with our clients to ensure the best possible solution for every project. Proud to partner with Craggy Range

| 13 Craggy Range: MCL Construction VITICULTURE T T to page 14 Although vineyards and wine rightly paint images of conviviality, romance and warmth, the risks and work required to succeed through consistent quality are highly demanding. In Hawkes Bay, Craggy Range grows Syrah, Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot on 85 hectares, while Te Muna grows Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Pinot Gris on 250 hectares, with the first plantings in 1999. Although vineyards and wine rightly paint images of conviviality, romance and warmth, the risks and work required to succeed through consistent quality are highly demanding, David says. “It’s taken a long time, but now it’s finally starting to pay off. We’ve always strived to make the best wine possible, and that’s what we’ve become known for now. It’s very cost intensive and a lot of hard work to do that, but if you persevere it will eventually pay off.” “We had some major accolades at the beginning of our journey from our 2005 vintage in particular, which would have been from six or seven year old vines. We’ve had these beautiful intense flavours right from the start, but as those vineyards have aged, the nuance, the complexity, the balance have continued to improve.” Recent upgrades Due to unceasing demand for one of New Zealand’s finest culinary experiences, Craggy Range Restaurant has been undergoing major upgrades and additions. Located in the stunning setting of Craggy Range’s Hawkes Bay winery against the backdrop of Te Mata Peak, later this year Craggy Range Restaurant will be complemented by a new upstairs dining space dubbed The Loft at Craggy Range. Proud to be associated with Mackersey Construction and MCL for the past 53 years’ The partnership has seen a large number of buildings in Hawkes Bay completed to the high standards expected by one of hawke bays leading construction companies. You too can have your roofing and cladding requirements completed to the same high standards by contacting Martin Roofing directly for: Metal roofing and wall cladding for new builds and reroofing All top brands of membrane roofing and tanking Roof logic systems Roof and cladding asbestos removal Roofing and coolstore insulated panels All roofing accessories Contact us for all your roofing needs from the Manawatu, Hawkes Bay and Gisborne regions. Roger 021 996822 | Martin Roofing 06 8798 252 | roger@martinroofing.co.nz | sales@martinroofing.co.nz

14 | Craggy Range: MCL Construction VITICULTURE Craggy Range Restaurant is located within an architecturally designed rotunda-shaped building. The restaurant development follows the upgrade and expansion of its kitchen which was completed late last year, to handle both the existing year-round demand and the upcoming opening of the new eatery. Both the kitchen and restaurant upgrades are being led by main contractor, Hastings construction company MCL. Craggy Range executive director David Peabody Jnr says the original restaurant was previously upgraded in 2018 when internationally experienced executive chef Casey McDonald joined the team. “That was wonderful but we outgrew it. The restaurant has been full-bore doing lunches and dinners seven days a week for years – obviously ignoring covid – and the kitchen which was in a very small area, became inadequate,” David says. In addition to regular dining, Craggy Ranges hosts weddings and events. Craggy Range Restaurant is located within an architecturally designed rotunda-shaped building with a cone roof that resembles the inside of a wine barrel. “We’ve got a wonderful team of chefs; the idea was to open the new space as a different offering so it’s separate to downstairs.” At the 2024 Cuisine Good Food Awards, Craggy Range Restaurant was named Winery Restaurant of the Year and awarded two Hats Interior & Exterior Tiling | Waterproofing Large format tile specialist | Pool Coping | Stonemasonry Exterior cladding in stone Proudly Supporting Craggy Range Get In Touch 027 619 9080 mastertileandstonenz@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram! @master_tile_and_stone Electrical Specialists in Hawke’s Bay Need electrical services? Then you've found the experts! Welcome to Best Forsyth Electrical, home to the best and most reliable electricians in Hawke’s Bay. Our business exists to provide first-rate electrical services to our clients. With our team of 24 dedicated electrical staff, and 40 years experience in the electrical industry, we are the experts in domestic, commercial and industrial electrical projects. Whatever the size of your project we have the knowledge, skills and people to get the job done. 404 Avenue Road East, Hastings 06 876 9482 Fax: 06 876 2925 steve@best-forsyth.co.nz www.best-forsyth.co.nz T T from page 13

| 15 Craggy Range: MCL Construction VITICULTURE Craggy Range Restaurant was also named Best Restaurant and awarded the Supreme Award at the 2024 Hospitality New Zealand Awards, and was among Trip Advisor’s 2024 Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best. which acknowledges it being consistently outstanding, while the restaurant also achieved Winery Restaurant of the Year. In addition, Craggy Range Restaurant was also named Best Restaurant and awarded the Supreme Award at the 2024 Hospitality New Zealand Awards, and was among Trip Advisor’s 2024 Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best. “The idea of giving a world-class experience here in Hawkes Bay at our restaurant is something that we are really striving for and I think Casey and the team are achieving that, David says. CRAGGY RANGE Proudly continuing our decades-long support of Craggy Range and MCL Construction Painting & Decorating • Award Winning Master Painters • Painting Hawkes Bay since 1948 • Interior & Exterior • Residential & Commercial • Paper Hanging • Timber Staining • Texture Repairs Waterproofing • Residential, Commercial, Civil • Roofs, Decks & Below Grade Tanking • Liquid Membranes • Sealants • Hot Melt Bitumen Protective Coatings • Protective Finishes • Intumescent Coatings • Safety Floor Markings • Fibreglass Laminates • Swimming Pools Industrial Flooring • Sureshield • Degadur • Epoxy Coatings • Polyutherane / Cement Toppings • Decorative Flake • Workshop Floors 4/18 Thorn Place Onekawa, Napier www.ericwiig.co.nz 06 8433445 Napier & Hastings 06 844 6464 61D Ford Road, Onekawa, Napier, Hawkes Bay. Casey estimates the restaurant’s patronage has tripled during the past seven years, while commenting it is a great honour to be recognised in these highly-regarded awards. “It’s an acknowledgment that I was excited to celebrate with the team, and it has fuelled our creativity and drive as we work towards opening the new upstairs dining space.” The upgrade project included significantly upgrading the kitchen’s equipment and space, including expanding the preparation kitchen and upgrading its dry store, cool rooms and wine storage. For Casey, one of the most important assets of the restaurant is Craggy Range’s“ phenomenal” garden which covers 800 square metres and grows a diverse selection of fruits, herbs, and vegetables, meticulously cultivated and nurtured to form the cornerstone of its menu, along with having ready access to local year-round and seasonal produce.

16 | Fitzherbert Property REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT T T to page 18 T T Kim Newth Growth for Mainfreight Whanganui The 3217sqm building has modern office facilities, high-stud warehouse and drive-through breezeway. A smart new office and warehouse building for Mainfreight Whanganui is the latest new addition at Whanganui’s thriving industrial hub on the city’s western fringe. Fitzherbert Property Group, based in Palmerston North, worked collaboratively with Mainfreight Whanganui to develop and deliver the spacious new premises. Finished in Mainfreight’s trademark blue, the 3217sqm building with modern office facilities, high-stud warehouse and drive-through breezeway is a welcome step up for the local Mainfreight team whose previous premises had become too small and were no longer fit for purpose. “Mainfreight Whanganui wanted to move from the older building they were in and were keen to explore options for leasing new premises that would better meet their requirements,” says Tim Fitz-Herbert, who formed Fitzherbert Property Group in 2020 to provide turn-key solutions for clients requiring high-quality, functional business premises. “They wanted to work with someone who could help them achieve that goal, so that’s when they came to me.” At the time, Tim already had some land available within Whanganui’s fast-growing Mill Road industrial area and had worked on a preliminary development concept for it. “So, when Mainfreight Whanganui contacted us, we had suitable land available and a concept that was similar in scale to what they were wanting. It all fell into place.” The new development, at 3-5 Peter Robb Lane, includes a dedicated truck wash, and secure sealed yard and parking, and ticks all the boxes for Mainfreight Whanganui. “The location is absolutely ideal for them and the new premises are multiple times bigger than what they had. This is the centre of growth for industrial enterprises in Whanganui, so they will be surrounded by other like-minded businesses in a Proudly working alongside the Fitzherbert Property team. DEVELOPMENT | INVESTMENT | ADVISORY M. +64 21 450 657 | www.fitzherbertproperty.co.nz Call Eddie NOW ! 021 379 447 For a free Quotation 021 379 447 www.modscape.co.nz eddie@modscape.co.nz Security Fencing Aluminium Fencing Timber Fencing Commercial Fencing School Fencing Gates & Automation Retaining Walls Concrete & Paving Driveways & Patios Decking & Pergolas well-planned industrial area. It’s the place to be and still only an eight-minute drive from the city centre.” It is also a logistics hub, with Whanganui River Port only a short distance away, along with convenient highway connections to major centres to the north and south. As the project’s developer, Tim brought together a skilled project delivery team: Attika (formerly XL Structural) was engaged as the

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