Business South January 2024

Volume 32 | Issue 9 | January 2024 www.waterfordpress.co.nz Winning ways… The skills of the team at Isaac Group have again been recognised with a bounty of CCNZ awards…  Page 18

2 | Contents 41| Community roots SBS Bank has marked a year of continued growth along with being recognised in more industry awards. 26| Sweet success Hilton Haulage came up trumps at this year’s South Canterbury Business Excellence Awards. 119| Jetty reborn A massive community effort underpinned the rebuilding of the quake-damaged Governors Bay jetty. 26 119 41 These conditions are prescribed for the sake of understanding between the Company and its clients. Advertising is charged for on the basis of space taken up using a standard tabloid page. Actual space may be reduced during the printing process but this will effect all advertisers equally so no credit will be given for any reduction in size due to processing. The Company reserves the right to alter, change or omit entirely any advertisement or article that it considers to be objectionable or which may contravene any law. In the event of a failure on the part of the Company to insert advertising as instructed the Company may publish the advertisement at the first available subsequent reasonable date unless the advertisement features date sensitive material. Every care shall be taken to publish the advertisement in accordance with the advertisers instructions as to page and position but the Company reserves the right for whatever reason to place advertising in a different position and in doing so shall incur no liability whatsoever. Advertisers must advise Business South immediately of any error or omission in advertisements and shall work constructively to remedy the situation which in the first instance shall be a rerun of the corrected advertisement in the next available issue of Business South. Where advertisement proofs have been faxed or mailed to the client 48 hours prior to the nominated printing cutoff time acquiesce shall be taken as confirmation and acceptance. Corrections made by telephone shall be accepted but the Company reserves the right to decide whether a further proof should be faxed or mailed to the client. Accounts for advertising are due for payment within seven days of publication of the newspaper. Accounts not paid within this time may incur a penalty of 3% per month until the account is paid. Any debt collection costs incurred by the Company will be added to the account of the debtor. Views and opinions expressed in Business South are not necessarily those of the editors, Waterford Press Ltd or publisher. Business South welcomes contributions from freelance writers & journalists. All articles published at editors discretion. Business South accepts no responsibilty for loss of photos or manuscripts. #businesssouth #yourstory www.waterfordpress.co.nz   Quest Apartments Hotels NZ ��03 The Kind Foundation ��04 Kiwirail ��06 Watts and Hughes Construction ��08 Southpark Corp ��09 Harvey Norman ��10 CPIL ��13 McCoy & Wixon Architects ��14 Tasman Alliance ��16 Isaac Group ��18 Ara Institute ��24 Hilton Haulage ��26 Plunket Electrical Timaru ��30 Waitaki District Council ��32 Ajax Building ��34 Morrifield Developments ��38 Avenal Park ��39 Rent South ��40 SBS ��41 Wilson Holdings ��42 Toi Toi Grove ��45 Jo Anderson ��46 PRA Developments ��47 Dunstan Park ��48 Property Values ��50 Project Control Management ��52 Summit Property Management ��53 Bayleys Property Management Queenstown ��54 Modi Design ��56 DK Architecture ��58 Taylored Spaces ��60 Keiron O’Connell Architecture ��61 Immersion Architecture ��62 Dwelling Architectural Design ��62 ADQ Architecture ��64 Keith Ussher Architecture ��65 IDSGN Architecture ��66 VIP Design ��68 Silva Studio ��69 Peak Architecture ��70 RW Design ��71 Spotted Ink ��72 Sally Turnbull Architectural Design ��73 MAS Architecture ��74 Varcoe McMillan Architecture ��76 Urbanfunction Architecture ��77 Pacific Environments NZ ��78 Weka Landscaping ��79 CS Roofing Southland ��80 Queenstown Plumbing & Gas ��82 Donaldson Civil ��83 PH Drainage ��84 North Canterbury Drainage ��85 Rayonier Matariki Forests ��86 Allcor Fabrication ��90 Bays Joinery ��92 Canterbury Balustrade ��93 Home Factor ��94 David Reid Homes Canterbury ��95 Daleco Built ��96 Elegant Kiwi Homes ��97 Homes by Orange ��98 Renovate Me Nelson ��99 Cohesive Construction �� 101 Fraemohs Homes �� 102 Jim the Builder �� 103 Archi Build �� 105 J & M Built �� 106 Hudson Builders �� 107 Helix Global �� 108 Jono Blakely Builders �� 109 Basham Building �� 110 South Otago High School �� 111 Summerset Group Holding �� 112 Tasman District Council �� 114 Tug Lyttelton Preservation Society �� 116 Governors Bay Jetty �� 119 Sprig + Fern Brewing Company. ��120 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 PO Box 2581, Wakatipu 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 Paul Mein, Randall Johnston Journalists Alexia Anderson, Ange Davidson, Kelly Deeks, Hugh de Lacy, Russell Fredric, Richard Loader, Kim Newth, Sue Russell, Karen Phelps, Rosa Watson, 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 Connor Gosnell, Anton Gray, Francesca Hildawa, Sophie McCleary, Liki Udam art@waterfordpress.co.nz CONTENT COORDINATORS Alissa Crosby, Ann-Marie Frentz, Josie Villa OFFICE AND ACCOUNTS Helen Bourne accounts@waterfordpress.co.nz Jill Holland reception@waterfordpress.co.nz Lyn Barlow lyn@waterfordpress.co.nz

| 3 “Opening Quest on Cambridge, which is the second largest in the Quest network, is an amazing opportunity.” REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Quest Apartments Hotels NZ - Quest on Cambridge T T Kim Newth Increasing options for visitors to Chch Quest on Cambridge at 77 Cambridge Terrace is beautifully situated in the central city on the banks of the Avon River, by the Bridge of Remembrance. Opening their third property in Christchurch – the third for 2023 – is an impressive achievement for Quest Apartments Hotels New Zealand. Quest on Cambridge opened strongly on 15th November with many advance bookings from corporate clients keen to sample the boutique apartment hotel group’s latest offering. In defiance of economic challenges, Quest’s growth trajectory is continuing into 2024, with the opening of a fourth property in Christchurch, Quest on Kilmore, in May 2024. By then, Quest will have 43 locations across New Zealand and Fiji. Adrian Turner, Chief Operating Officer, Quest Apartments Hotels (NZ) is confident this is the right time for growth and adds that the expansion has been planned for some time. “The opening of Quest on Cambridge will support Quest Cathedral Junction and Quest on Manchester and provide much needed inventory for the Christchurch Market, especially since the opening of Te Pae, Christchurch’s new convention centre.” In its opening year in 2022, Te Pae exceeded expectations to host more than 180 events that brought more than 60,000 people into the city and contributed close to $45 million to the local economy. That momentum has continued to build throughout 2023. In May, for example, Te Pae hosted TRENZ, the biggest tourism trade event on the New Zealand calendar with 1500 delegates attending along with hundreds of New Zealand tourism business operators and international buyers. Te Pae’s 2024 event calendar is already filling up fast with a range of exciting conferences, shows, meetings and workshops. Quest on Cambridge at 77 Cambridge Terrace is beautifully situated in the central city on the banks of the Avon River, by the Bridge of Remembrance. It offers an ideal business base for conference goers and other corporate guests, with excellent riverside restaurants and bars near at hand. Offering 84 rooms, Quest on Cambridge also has a meeting room that can easily cater to 20 people. One of the key drivers of success for Quest is that each property is run by locals who know their area and how best to meet the needs of their guests. Quest on Cambridge is in experienced local hands. Apartment hotel operator George Lin, who previously ran Quest Cathedral Junction, has been with Quest since 2016 and is excited to be taking on this brand-new property. “Opening Quest on Cambridge, which is the second largest in the Quest network, is an amazing opportunity,” says George, who, with his team, is dedicated to providing the same exceptional customer service as that provided by the teams at Quest on Manchester and Quest Cathedral Junction. Every Quest Apartment Hotel offers a home or office away from home, complete with separate living, dining and sleeping areas, separate workstations and fully equipped kitchens and laundry facilities. Options for guests include regular housekeeping, valet laundry and dry-cleaning services, babysitting booking service and selected local restaurant chargeback arrangements. Quest attracts guests who stay for days, weeks or months at a time. The opening of Quest on Cambridge coincided with some positive regional news from the Insights Forum, a partnership between the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and ChristchurchNZ. The forum reported on ongoing recovery in international tourism, with international visitors having injected almost $400 million into Canterbury’s retail sector in the last year. Another positive trend is what ChristchurchNZ CEO Ali Adams dubbed ‘the Great Southern Migration’, with over 15,000 people having moved to Canterbury from overseas in the last year. Canterbury has also experienced the strongest regional gain from domestic migration for the second year in a row, mostly driven by people moving out of Auckland. Proud to support Quest Hotel and Apartments element 17 Commercial Interiors Retail, Hospitality and Tourism Your space. Your identity. Proud Partners to Quest Hotel and Apartments

4 | REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT The Kind Foundation - Papa Hou T T Karen Phelps New central facility opens its doors Papa Hou will provide spaces to cater to groups and smaller conferences from 20-200 people. The Kind Foundation’s new Christchurch facility Papa Hou has officially opened. “It feels a huge relief,” says The Kind Foundation Chief Executive Josie Ogden Schroeder who has been driving the project since the earthquakes damaged the original buildings. “Everyone just wants to make the community better, stronger and to make a positive difference. It’s great to have a new building to showcase our story and who we are. “We are full of gratitude to the New Zealand Government, Architectus and the design team and our construction partner Cook Brothers.” The new building, officially named Papa Hou (meaning treasure box in te reo Māori) is aptly named because of the broad range of facilities it provides – serving wellbeing, educational and creative needs. The organisation also comes with a name change as it has left the YMCA. Josie says that while the work remains unchanged the new brand will help to serve the community of Ōtautahi Christchurch better. The project received funding from the government’s Shovel Ready initiative. The three stages included refurbishment of the existing accommodation building, the refurbishment of Hotel Give, the design and build of a new building to replace existing functions and incorporate new ones and the demolition of the existing stadium building and the construction of a new carpark. The Kind Foundation has continued operating throughout. Josie says that Papa Hou will provide spaces to cater to groups and smaller conferences from 20-200 people, bridging the gap between the larger Te Pae Convention Centre. “There are a range of spaces that could be utilised by community and corporate groups for business, community or artistic endeavours, well complimented by the adjacent Hotel Give. “The spaces range from meeting rooms, to performance spaces, to catered and licensed hospitality areas,” she says. At the heart of this offering is the Black Box Theatre. “It’s a special space because it is set up to be fully functional and flexible. A black box theatre is adaptable depending on the specific requirements, providing hirers more scope to be creative,” explains Josie. “It is a new offering for our city with all the bells and whistles of a professional theatre in the centre of town but at an affordable price. We are trying to support the arts in our city and key to that is venues that don’t push the ticket price too high for the audience because you can’t have a thriving arts sector without audiences.” The outside area of Papa Hou has also been designed with community engagement front of mind with areas for outdoor music and performance. There is also a fully equipped commercial kitchen and The Kind Foundation hopes that business will use their facilities and catering services to achieve their own goals while at the same time doing good with their money, says Josie. “Being a customer of The Kind Foundation is investing in the community.” There are also special deals for local businesses to join the brand new fitness centre that overlooks the gardens and is complimented by Muscle People physiotherapy. Hotel Give, launched in 2021 and New Zealand’s first socially sustainable hotel, is The Kind Foundation’s key commercial enterprise with profits reinvested into the organisation’s programmes and services to support better outcomes for young people and vulnerable members of the community. The Kind Foundation’s other facilities in Christchurch include a climbing centre in Waltham and a sports and fitness centre in Bishopdale. It also operates Wainui Park and Arthur’s Pass Outdoor Education Centre and employs over 200 staff and hundreds of volunteers. SOUND SYSTEMS VIDEO DISTRIBUTION LIGHTING CONTROL DIGITAL SIGNAGE AUTOMATION EVENT HIRE COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL 35 Carlyle St, Sydenham P: 03 379 8477 W: www.strawberrysound.co.nz Proud to be chosen as The Kind Foundation’s New Shovel-Ready Project’s Audio Visual Contractors

| 5 REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT The Kind Foundation - Papa Hou Papa Hou (meaning treasure box in te reo Māori), is aptly named because of the broad range of facilities it provides – serving wellbeing, educational and creative needs. Proud to be partnered with The Kind Foundation as their consulting structural engineers on this exceptional project. www.ruamoko.co.nz FITNESS FOR ALL. ELEVATE Fitness Bishopdale | Papa Hou thekindfoundation.org.nz ELEVATE

6 | Kiwirail: Waltham Mechanical Hub T T Karen Phelps Rail mechanical hub well on track The purpose-built facility will allow KiwiRail to consolidate its operations at Waltham. REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT In a significant development for KiwiRail’s South Island operations, a state-of-the-art rail mechanical facility is taking shape at the Waltham yard in Christchurch. Positioned to become the primary maintenance hub for locomotives, passenger carriages, and wagons in the South Island, the Waltham Mechanical Hub is a critical investment for the future resilience and efficiency of KiwiRail’s operations, says Robert Gibbes, KiwiRail Executive General Manager Construction. The purpose-built facility will allow KiwiRail to consolidate its operations at Waltham, bringing together staff from existing sites in Addington, Middleton, and Waltham into a single, modern facility. Waltham will also support the arrival and integration of 47 new low-emissions locomotives slated to join the South Island fleet from 2024. The 9,200 square metre building will house 25 maintenance berths, including specialised equipment such as an underfloor wheel lathe, a wheelset drop table, and locomotive axle weigh systems. The project is made possible through funding from the Government’s Crown Infrastructure Partners Shovel-Ready Fund and Budget allocations. South Island construction firm Calder Stewart is the main construction partner for the Waltham Mechanical Hub project. HEB Construction is concurrently undertaking rail yard civil works to further enhance the overall infrastructure. The project has generated around 100 construction jobs, injecting vital funds back into the local and regional economy. Robert says that the construction timeline, which commenced with site demolition in late 2021, is progressing on schedule. The new maintenance building and western rail yard improvements are nearing completion. Work to complete the hub will continue into 2024 and includes completing eastern rail yard works and converting the existing passenger maintenance building into an inventory store. He says one of the main challenges involved with the project has been undertaking major construction work while maintaining live operations on part of the site. “Waltham Depot is where the Great Journey’s NZ scenic trains (TranzAlpine and Coastal Pacific) are maintained and cleaned for service. “We have planned the project to ensure these essential maintenance services have not been disrupted by activities on site,” says Robert. The locomotive and passenger maintenance facilities are expected to be operational in early 2024 with the full hub anticipated to be completed by the end of that year. As part of the broader redevelopment at Waltham, a new automated train wash and service facility opened in 2021. This facility, run via a building management system and programmable logic controllers, ensures efficient servicing, maintenance, and cleaning of KiwiRail’s Scenic trains, including the TranzAlpine and Coastal Pacific services. Robert emphasizes the benefits the Waltham Mechanical Hub brings to KiwiRail services for the South Island. He notes that the hub, alongside substantial government investments in facilities for domestic wagon assembly and project work at Dunedin’s Hillside Workshops, represents a major commitment to the revitalization of rail infrastructure in the region. “This project goes to the core resilience of the national rail network and the continued strength of our South Island operations.” residential / commercial foundations & floors excavations & siteworks decorative concrete, driveways & landscaping concrete pumping & placing Industrial • Commercial • Residential “Quality Solutions delivered on Time” INVERCARGILL QUEENSTOWN DUNEDIN CHRISTCHURCH

A new building poised to add charm to Dunedin’s city centre is taking shape. Ngāi Tahu Property, in partnership with ACC Investments is proud to be developing the new 4-storey, 8600 sqm office building nestled in the city’s historical precinct between Dowling Street and Queens Gardens. Ōtepoti is the name given to this development by mana whenua. It is a name that reflects the cultural and historical significance of this site. The building site was originally part of the Ōtākou foreshore named Ōtepoti. Ōtepoti is the ancient name given to the site for the distinctive corner shape of the harbour at the original site. It reflected the shape of the ‘Poti’ a flax basket used for gathering and transporting food. The journey of Ōtepoti has been an exciting and challenging one so far. Ngāi Tahu Property Development Manager Laurie Corbett explains, “It took a year longer to do the groundworks because of the archaeological discoveries and to remove rubble and contamination. It is also in a very constrained area.”With heritage buildings on either side, the construction methodology has been carefully considered to minimise disruption to neighbouring properties. In the past year, the site has been cleared, and enabling works have been undertaken to stabilise it. “We’ve put in 70 piles to support the main structure of the building, and the foundations that sit atop the piles are in place,” adds Laurie. Now, the project has transitioned to vertical construction, and in the coming year, the main structure of the building will be complete, with the façade expected to be worked on early next year. The design of the building was developed in partnership with mana whenua and is grounded in the renewal of the placename – Ōtepoti. The exterior glazing includes distinctive printed artwork designed by local Ngāi Tahu artist Kirsten Parkinson that reflects the distinct woven pattern of a traditional poti basket. The artwork also has a functional purpose and was developed in conjunction with building energy modelling software to control daylight levels and reduce the energy use of the building. The building aims to achieve a 20% reduction in embodied carbon by incorporating mass timber stairs, internal timber framing, and sustainable, responsibly sourced interior finishes. It’s a testament to the commitment of Ngāi Tahu Property and ACC Investments to not just preserve the environment but to actively contribute to its improvement. The architects have done a commendable job in designing Ōtepoti to be sympathetic to its historical location. “The façade will be complete and the building weathertight mid-2024 allowing us to continue and progress inside,” Laurie notes. ACC will be the sole tenants in the building, while Ngāi Tahu Property will take on the role of property manager, ensuring the building’s upkeep once it’s completed. At its current progress, Ōtepoti is expected to be completed in mid-2025. It will stand alongside historical buildings, honouring the past while embracing the future. Ngāi Tahu Property Limited is a leading property development and investment company owned by TeWaipounamu based iwi, Ngāi Tahu. Since 1994, Ngāi Tahu Property has overseen several masterplanned residential developments, as well as significant commercial and industrial projects. SPONSORED CONTENT Ōtepoti: Honouring Dunedin’s Rich Heritage Artists Impression Artists Impression

8 | Watts & Hughes Construction: Countdown Waimakariri REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Built with sustainability at heart Woolworths Waimakariri now open in Kaiapoi in time for the Christmas 2023 season. T T Kim Newth As Countdown rebrands as Woolworths, a key target for the group is achieving sustainability for a better tomorrow. Waimakariri shoppers are finding out what that looks like, with Woolworths Waimakariri now open in Kaiapoi in time for the Christmas 2023 season. Watts and Hughes Construction is thrilled to have built Woolworths exciting new 3600sqm store, designed in line with 5-Star Greenstar goals. The team completed construction on site, just north of the Waimakariri River, at the end of November. Having previously worked with Countdown on a 4-star Greenstar store in Belfast, Watts & Hughes Construction is delighted to have been a part of this next level project that demonstrates environmentally green building practices. To achieve 5-Star Greenstar goals, construction materials used - from timber to concrete - had to be checked to ensure they were from a sustainable source. “With the way the world is right now, it’s quite important to have sustainability planning,” says Craig Brown, General Manager of Watts & Hughes Construction. “Waste reduction has been another central goal. Throughout the construction phase, Watts & Hughes employed a compliance manager to make sure correct procedures were followed on site. Wherever possible, waste has been recycled and alternative uses found for items like offcuts. “For example, a pony club is using some of our timber offcuts to make obstacles for jumps and we’re also planning to start making some garden furniture and planters from offcuts and donating them to our Ministry of Education school projects. The whole team has made a huge effort on site to make sure waste reduction is managed.” Watts & Hughes is very mindful of its community and workplace relationships and kept the local community well-informed and up to date throughout this project, while proactively supporting the wellbeing and wellness of their team, for example by having site visits from Mates in Construction. The supermarket design aligns with Woolworths sustainability aspirations, with selected products sustainably sourced and the building planned to operate sustainably and efficiently. “For example, solar panels have been added so the building will generate its own electricity. The architect – Auckland-based Woodhams Meikle Zhan Architects – have designed a huge amount of work for Woolworths before and know how to specify a building thinking about whole-of-life costs.” Future focussed, the new supermarket includes a 120sqm online store facility with freezer, chiller units and a designated parking area with canopy for click and collect shopping. Parking has been landscaped with native grasses and includes bike racks and e-vehicle charging facilities. Watts & Hughes Construction is also working with Woolworths to extend and alter their supermarket in Rangiora, with works split into day and night shifts to minimise disruption to trading. A new 165sqm dedicated online store is being added with a covered click and collect area, while internal alterations include a new entrance lobby, perimeter alterations, service relocation, checkout replacement and refrigeration upgrades. Looking ahead to 2024, Watts & Hughes Construction has a number of large projects on the go including a significant design and build at Rolleston College. Proud to work in partnership, whatever your structural needs pluscon.co.nz Location – 69 Nazareth Avenue, Middleton, Christchurch 8024 Ph: 03 423 9305 Email: tenders.chch@wattsgroup.co.nz www.whconstruction.co.nz Watts and Hughes know construction, which is why we know every job requires something different. From different expertise, to different machinery and personnel, at Watts and Hughes we know what it takes to provide high quality construction outcomes. Our construction services range from general construction services to more specified options like seismic upgrades and design/build packages. We also cater to pre-construction requirements, provide expert project management, and have supporting professionals to call in when required. Let’s collaborate to turn your ideas into a finished project which fits into your budget and timeframe. Ideal for new builds, commercial, restoration, or fit-out construction projects. We take care of the job from start to finish by providing quantity surveying, planning, logistics, programming, and scheduling. While we have extremely skilled personnel, we also engage the skills of outside experts to ensure every project is given the unique expertise it deserves. And, if there is anything else your project requires – we can probably arrange that, too, so contact us to speak with a Watts and Hughes construction expert. Watts & Hughes Construction, building strong relationships as your local builder, pleased to support local communities. Precast Enquiries: 03 384 6364 Proudly supporting Watts & Hughes Construction Over 30 Years’ Experience C O N S T R U C T I O N L T D LANYON LE COMPTE & Specialists in: • Thermomass • Concrete Homes • Domestic / Commercial • Precast Concrete • Panels, Beams & Stairs • Domestic / Commercial l , i

| 9 Southpark Corp - Waterloo Business Park T T Karen Phelps Exciting opportunities on offer at The Works The Cooperage, which retains aspects of the historic building on the site, such as the brickwork, and has now been combined with modern elements to result in a sleek loftinspired space. REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Stage one of the old Islington freezing works redevelopment at Waterloo Business Park in Christchurch, called The Works has been completed and is ready for new tenants. Within stage one is The Cooperage, which retains aspects of the historic building on the site, such as the brickwork, and has now been combined with modern elements to result in a sleek loft-inspired space, says Waterloo Business Park general manager Cam Burnett. “We aspire to record and celebrate the freezing works industry with historical pieces integrated into the refurbished spaces,” he says. The site offers immediate opportunity for hospitality and boutique retail businesses with nine tenancies available ranging from 100-150sqm. Cam says there is some flexibility regarding the tenancies. “We’ve purposely left the car park and courtyard area incomplete, eagerly awaiting the input from future tenants to tailor these spaces to meet their specific needs.” The Preserver, located next door, is the next project and will offer over 600sqm. Cam envisions this space as the perfect canvas for a wine bar or microbrewery, presenting itself as an alluring destination for post-work social gatherings. Cam says both sites represent a great opportunity for tenants with over 2000 people working from Waterloo Business Park each day and very little competition both in the park and locally for hospitality and retail. With around 30ha of vacant land still to be developed in Waterloo Business Park, this will add another 1000 people to the foot traffic each day. Additionally Southpark is underway with a fully tenanted 3000sqm office space development 100m away from the recently refurbished The Cooperage, within The Works refurbishment. Beyond these immediate developments, the prospects within the park are rife with untapped opportunities, says Cam. People can purchase a site and undertake their own build or developer Southpark Group can build a custom designed building for a tenant to lease. Set over 114 hectares the park has been planned as one community, housing businesses from a broad range of sectors and scale. “It’s a place where people can come together to form dynamic teams and enjoy more balanced lives.” “We have taken inspiration from around the world and the best of Kiwi to create a brand new development that meets all the environmental, logistical, geotechnical, technological and construction requirements – and then raised the bar,” explains Cam. The central hub, called Islington Square, is green space reserve with a nine hole frisbee golf course and table and chairs for those in the business park to rest and relax whether during their work break or in the weekend. The strategic location and well-connected setting at the edge of Christchurch’s urban area promise on-going growth and success. The park is equipped with a future-ready utility network, ensuring streamlined gas, water, and fibre connectivity to each lot. This provides tenants not only with convenience but also with cost-effective and efficient services, says Cam. He says that Waterloo Business Park is more than mere commercial space and the site’s evolution speaks volumes about the delicate balance between conserving heritage and fostering growth. “It’s a place where people can come together to form dynamic teams and enjoy more balanced lives,” says Cam. “The integration of green spaces ensures a balance between work and leisure promoting employee wellbeing, offering a range of outdoor activities from workouts to casual strolls, and fostering a vibrant community spirit. “The overall aim of Waterloo Business Park has been to create an inspiring environment to make work life more enjoyable and increasingly productive.” Waterloo Business Park is already home to several established companies such as Sorted Logistics, Mainfreight, Cardinal Freight, Connetics, Bidfood, Giltrap Motors, and Harvey Norman, highlighting its attractiveness to a diverse range of industries. Cam says that multiple industrial developments are underway at Waterloo Business Park including Southpark building three different warehouses for a client ranging from 5000-7000sqm each. 021 980 650 0800 GO 4 RNR (0800 46 4 767) admin@rnrplumbing.co.nz www.rnrplumbing.co.nz RNR • Plumbing • Gas • Drainage • Blocked Drains • Bathroom Alterations • Backflow Prevention • Camera Inspections RNR Plumbing Ltd plumbing | gas | drainage HEALTH & SAFETY MADE SIMPLE People Driven Innovation Structural Engineering specialists - providing the best quality experience and results for our clients. AKL: 09 294 8993 | CHCH: 03 928 2258 admin@bce.nz www.bce.nz

10 | Harvey Norman T T Karen Phelps Creating local job opportunities “The design prioritises architectural aesthetics and incorporates extensive glazing to enhance street activation and visual appeal. With over 180 car spaces and dedicated bicycle parking, the development demonstrates a commitment to customer convenience.” T T to page 12 REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT In a bid to further strengthen its foothold in the ever-expanding New Zealand retail market, Harvey Norman is delivering an extensive development pipeline. With 45 stores currently spread across the country, the retail giant is keen on tapping into new opportunities and enhancing customer convenience. According to Doug Murray, the National Development & Asset Manager (NZ) at Harvey Norman, the company is committed to continual growth and has several projects underway in the South Island. In Christchurch its Ravenswood project, situated on Garlick Street, is a substantial undertaking, boasting a 5000sqm showroom and a total development area exceeding 9,200sqm. Expected to open its doors in late 2024, the $35 million project aims to contribute to the local community by offering not only a brand new Harvey Norman store but also ancillary retail spaces suitable for a variety of uses. The development aligns with the company’s recognition of the population growth in the Waimakariri District and its commitment to creating local job opportunities with around 50 new positions expected, says Doug. “The Ravenswood project stands out as Harvey Norman’s largest freehold development in New Zealand at present,” he says. “The design prioritises architectural aesthetics and incorporates extensive glazing to enhance street activation and visual appeal. With over 180 car spaces and dedicated bicycle parking, the development demonstrates a commitment to customer convenience.” Another new store is under construction in Papanui, Christchurch, at the Northlink Shopping Centre on Langdons Road. Expected to be completed by mid-2024, this store, similar in size to the Ravenswood project, will cater to the burgeoning needs of North Christchurch. “Harvey Norman recognises the demand for our full range of products in the region and aims to fill this gap with only electrical supplies available at our nearest store in Northwood.” Blenheim, too, is set to witness a significant upgrade with the introduction of Harvey Norman’s presence in the Westwood Business Park. residential / commercial foundations & floors excavations & siteworks decorative concrete, driveways & landscaping concrete pumping & placing

| 11 Harvey Norman Expected to open its doors in late 2024, the $35 million project aims to contribute to the local community. REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Gravitas is proud to work with Harvey Norman Level 1 40 Welles Street Christchurch CBD | Email: james@gravitas.net.nz Phone: 021 413 747| Web: www.gravitas.nz Architectural Design Architecture is our primary offering with 25 years experience in a diverse range of Commercial, Industrial, Retail & Residential developments throughout NZ, including Interiors & Master Planning. Head Consultancy We provide a ONE STOP SHOP Head Consultancy Service including the engagement of the full range of Engineering Services managing your project from design through to Building Consent & construction. Project Management We provide a full Project Management service that can be tailored to your needs including Tendering Services, Contract Administration, Quantity Surveying and Full Project Management as required.

waterfordpress.co.nz

RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy NDc2Mzg=