34 | to page 36 Resort project years in the making Richard Loader The idea for the Gibbston Valley Resort, surrounding the winery, was first conceived in the early 2000s. REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Queenstown: Gibbston Valley Resort Behind the vast undertaking of the Gibbston Valley Resort development is the vision, passion and determination of Phil Griffith, whose family has been involved in Gibbston Valley Winery since the ‘90s, and Greg Hunt, who brings a wealth of experience in resort developments. The idea for the Gibbston Valley Resort was first conceived in the early 2000s when they were offered Gibbston Valley Station, a 1000acre piece of land surrounding the winery. Greg was appointed CEO of Gibbston Valley Station in 2005 and plans for the Resort were developed and consented, ready for development in 2007. “We wanted to position Gibbston Valley as a quality brand with the intent of that leading to the development of real estate sales and the larger visitor accommodation experience,” says Greg. “A year later, the world suffered the global financial crash, and plans for the Resort were put on hold.” Fast forward a couple of years and Greg was approached by a music promoter who was interested in putting on an outdoor concert on the land. “Phil and I talked about it and we could see good opportunities for brand building and wine sales. We hosted our first Gibbston Valley Winery concert in 2010 and Phil and I became partners in Greenstone Entertainment. “We now do these concerts in Gibbston, Taupo and Whitianga, providing brand exposure through the country — all again leading to Gibbston Valley as a great experience, great brand, and leading eventually to the resort.” With New Zealand’s economy in a healthy upward trajectory in the years following the GFC and tourism becoming an increasingly significant contributor to the country’s GDP, Greg and Phil decided accommodation at the winery was needed. Proudly supporting Gibbston Valley Resort Cromwell 03 445 4008 0800 436 723 waterforce.co.nz made GARAGE DOORS CUSTOM The Genuine Custom Made Garage Door Professionals 276 Larcombs Road, Rolleston, Christchurch Unit 2/148 Ballantyne Road, Wanaka 9343, Southern Lakes 0800 661 366 | www.custommade.co.nz Your Business, Your Industry, Your News. r si ess, r I stry, r e s. Volume 31 | Issue 1 |Feb-March 2022 www.waterfordpress.co.nz Banking the Seed Producing top quality pine tree stock is a key focus for leading forestry company PFOlsen. PAGE 50 Seawall success Isaac Construction was a big winner at the CCNZ awards for its work on the Portobell Seawall project. PAGE 55 Accolades aplenty Stabicraft Marine continues to ride a wave of award accolades and global sales success PAGE 42 Volume 31 | Issue 2 | April 2022 www.waterfordpress.co.nz Golden Escape Waitaki’s golden season is a a drawcard for autumn getaways. Page 18 Volume 30 | Issue 1 | March 2021 www.waterfordpress.co.nz New horizons Industry innovator Richard Hickson is at the forefront as Westland Milk Products transitions from a farmer-owned cooperative to a large multi-national structure with an eye on export growth. Page 30 Each edition priority delivered to your door. i i i i li . www.waterfordpress.co.nz/subscriptions . t f . . / i ti 03 983 5525 Stay informed; we work with business owners and decision-makers across all economic sectors, profiling their success. t i f r ; r it i r i i - r r ll i t r , r fili t ir .
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