In a recent announcement, Quayside Holdings, a Council Controlled Organisation (CCTO), introduced Mark Wynne as its new Board Chair. This appointment affirms Quayside’s commitment to building a sustainable fund that provides intergenerational wealth for the Bay of Plenty region, in balance with providing a regular distribution to its shareholder, the Bay of Plenty Regional Council. Whilst a delicate balance between the two objectives, the driver to provide enduring prosperity for the region remains true. At the helm Mark brings a wealth of primary industry and commercial sector experience to t ..read more

No two investors will think exactly the same, and that’s even more true when those investors are at different life stages. As our personal circumstances change throughout our lives so should our approach to investing. Throughout your life your risk profile and asset allocation will change, so let’s look at how someone might approach investing, depending on their life stage. Early working life If you’re in the early stages of your career or working life, it’s likely your financial priorities are reflective of building a nest egg of funds over time for the future. Your investment horizon is long ..read more

One of the Bay of Plenty’s best-known businessmen and benefactors Sir Paul Adams KNZM has been awarded the University of Waikato’s first Honorary Doctorate. Sir Paul Adams, a distinguished figure in New Zealand’s development landscape, well-known through his Carrus Construction business, was conferred the Honorary Doctorate at a ceremony held at the Tauranga campus in April. Sir Paul said he was delighted. “I was humbled and honoured to be the first recipient of an Honorary Doctorate Degree conferred at Tauranga Campus, University of Waikato,” he told the Bay of Plenty Business News. An Honora ..read more

Classic Kinect, a provider of transportable homes in the North Island, recently successfully relocated a cabin from a private farm in Maketu to the picturesque island of Motiti. This historic move marks a significant achievement for Classic Kinect. The relocation process, orchestrated by Classic Kinect and the Kàhu NZ Helicopter Lifting Services teams, involved the use of a Black Hawk helicopter to lift the cabin from the mainland and transport it across the sea to Motiti Island. The entire operation was captured on film by a second helicopter, adding to the excitement and documenting this rem ..read more

Under the ‘Lexus Electrified’ vision, Lexus aims to invigorate all owners’ authentic love for driving exhilaration, and in doing so, broaden its Lexus Electrified portfolio of hybrid electric vehicles (HEV), battery electric vehicles (BEV), and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) to exceed the needs and expectations of a more diverse set of luxury buyers. The new electrified Lexus RZ is our future of electrification and will continue to accelerate our carbon reduction journey. From the brave design through to the exhilarating performance it will be a delight to drive. The Lexus RZ 450e is ..read more

In today’s dynamic corporate landscape, workplace wellbeing has emerged as a critical area of focus. Corporate wellness programs have existed since the late 1800s and have undergone significant changes in recent times. What was once considered a “nice-to-have” perk has now evolved into a “must-have” benefit for employers looking to attract and retain top talent. Although corporate wellness programs can effectively improve employee health, they should not be solely relied upon. Organisations can have all the innovative and trendy benefits on offer, but it is key they take a deep dive into the w ..read more

One of the most rewarding aspects of specialising in childcare centre sales is dealing with great people. Smart, hardworking centre owners have a passion for the service they provide – a passion that goes beyond simply looking at the bottom line. The market is not ‘hot’ like it was years ago and buyers now realise that ECE centres are not money trees, nor are they totally hassle-free. They can, however, be both financially rewarding and provide tremendous satisfaction through knowing you are offering excellent care and a great learning environment. Just as you try to employ the best people in ..read more

The Government’s planned fast-track process for resource consents has the potential to spark greater market activity and innovation in the commercial property sector, says Bayleys. In early March, as part of its 100-day action plan, the Government announced its Fast-track Approvals Bill, a one-stop-shop for faster consenting that would see eligible projects of regional or national significance referred by ministers to an expert panel. That panel would have a maximum six months to make recommendations, before referring back to the relevant minister, who would make the final decision on whether ..read more

  The people have spoken, with Pāpāmoa café Pearl Kitchen winning a top award during the Flavours of Plenty Festival for the second year in a row. Pearl Kitchen’s smoked fish pie and beer entry in the Plates of Plenty Challenge earned the most diner votes to win the annual People’s Choice Award and a $500 voucher from Southern Hospitality. Pearl Kitchen manager Kirsty Moore says she appreciates everyone who voted for the dish. “It’s great to be recognised by all of our customers, as well as our peers. It’s an amazing festival to be part of.” A panel of judges from the hospitality faculty ..read more

A Kiwifruit and Water Storage Development project in Raukokore and Waihau Bay continues to cultivate more economic development and employment opportunities with the most recent development being a further eight hectares of land developed in Waihau Bay. The project, which began with funding sought by Te Whānau a Maruhaeremuri Hapū trust, included two linked projects, the Raukokore/Waihau Bay community irrigation scheme and the development of an initial kiwifruit orchard which would be irrigated by the Raukokore/ Waihau Bay irrigation scheme. The long-term strategy for the kiwifruit orchard ..read more