Articles in ‘People in Business’

Smith and Son’s Pukekohe franchise holders Melissa and Lane Vandenbrink are the masters of home transformation. They can expertly renovate your well-loved and liked home that has served you well in the past into something you will love to stay living in for the foreseeable future. With prices skyrocketing and uncertainty about the economy and borders reopening many New Zealanders…

You are invited to our third StreetFEST Event on Saturday May 8th from 10am -2pm on Great South Road. This year it is being extended into Broadway in Papakura. “We’re so excited to be holding our third StreetFEST, where we will once again be showcasing all the things that make Papakura great.” says Tracy Shackleton, Papakura Town Centre Manager. “It will be a whanau friendly…

The buyer activity in the market continues and our past clients have been overwhelmed with their sale results. If you were thinking of selling or simply just want an updated appraisal, please give us a call. We will organise a time that suits you to introduce ourselves and visit your property. Please see our new listings we proudly present to the market. New Listings 249…

Autumn is here, and with-it cooler mornings and darker evenings, but don’t let that stop you from stepping out in the latest styles and colours. Baker’s Shoes is renowned for staying on top of the popular fashions when it comes to boots, shoes and handbags, and this season is no different. Despite importers and suppliers being unable to source product like they traditionally do…

If there is one thing that new Counties Honda franchise owner Brett Aspden revels in, it’s the opportunity to take something good and make it great. Brett has an impressive background developing businesses and people and has identified the well-established local Counties Honda franchise as a great opportunity to service the community. “The business is backed by the largest…

“I need to photograph my family, while my kids are growing up, they look so cute at this age! I must organize a photographer soon, something better than the images I take on my phone...” Can you relate to this? If this sounds like you, give me a call. I will photograph your family, your kids, your grandkids. If you are a grandparent and would love to get all your grown-up kids…

If the words Vapour Blasting, Performance Ceramic Coatings, and Super Finishing surface treatment solutions make your spine tingle, then Pukekohe Performance Componentry Refinishing (PPCR) at Outrider Motorcycles is the place you need to visit! Kane Middleton is the brains behind Outrider Motorcycles, a specialised shop where anyone with a genuine passion for all things…

We may for the foreseeable future be unable to travel overseas with the same freedoms as we had a few years ago, but that doesn’t mean we can’t experience the flavours of the world! One of the benefits of a nation developed from an immigrant background means we can experience international flavours with true authenticity and Paasha Turkish restaurant is no exception. Owner…

It goes without saying that if you have two well matched people working for you, then skills and experience are going to outweigh that of just one. But what happens when you combine their skills with the support of even more, their whole families even? Jason Tabrum and Luke Jupp have combined forces for close on a year now to bring homeowners and those looking for a home the very…

When you want a new home built, you want it built quickly and without issues. With the team at Versatile Pukekohe, this can happen, and they have the evidence to prove it. Recently the team built a four-bedroom, two bathroom house, in just 10 weeks from start to finish. The house was built from 43 prefabricated panels manufactured in off-site building manufacturer Concision’s…

When you make the decision to build a new home, your choice of building partner is paramount. Do they have a track record of quality builds, exceptional communication throughout the build process and glowing testimonials from happy and satisfied homeowners? With Frame Homes the answer is yes! Frame Homes was established in 1997 by award winning Master Builder and Licensed…

There are so many reasons to capture the moment. You can justify this so many ways, however, if you miss that moment, the justification is replaced with just one feeling... regret. “There are so many possibilities when it comes to portraying imagery and that is where experience and creative development comes into play”, comments Tatiana. “Whether it’s images for your business;…

Looking for land? Keep missing out on house sales? Subdivisions all sold out? Your answer may be in your own back yard! Are you in an established home, with a good sized section? Ever wondered if you could subdivide something off your farm that would give your son/ daughter/family member a chance at home ownership? Come in and talk to the professionals at Jennian Homes because we…

Are you considering building a new home in the Franklin area and have a few questions? We have the answers and can help you build the perfect home for you and your family or for your next investment. The build journey can be challenging, so below is a guide to building a new home in the Franklin area, and making the journey a little bit easier. Navigation Homes know how exciting…

Building with Frame Homes means a Home Finished to Perfection and Ready to Move In. As we head into 2021, ensuring access to quality housing remains one of the sought after goals for every New Zealander. New community townships like Paerata Rise are growing at a rapid rate and more and more builders are offering house and land packages to offer those looking for a home a simpler,…

We have seen some drastic changes in the property market over the last 12 months and have experienced unbelievable price increases all around New Zealand. Median house price: up 17.4% Volume sold: up 66% Median days to sell: 29 If you would like to get an updated appraisal on your property we would be more than happy to give you our professional opinion. This service is…

For naturally beautiful hair. Regeneration from the outside: Complexe 3 Mask Vital. The regenerative intensive mask deeply repairs even very dry, damaged, stressed hair – from roots to tips. The hair structure is immediately strengthened, and is thus more resistant to all stress factors. Hairstyles are once again effortless to create. The hair looks impressively soft, and glows…

With the global pandemic still raging around the world, the idea of working from home is becoming an ever-increasing reality for many Kiwis. They see the benefit in combining their home ownership dream with the benefits of a practical working from home scenario. But who has the best design and craftmanship to produce such a solution? Locals Lance and Jana Hutton, owners of Hutton…

ClearSky Accounting is brand new to Pukekohe but have operated in the South Auckland area since 1993. They have a new, modern up to date business model, a brand-new building ClearSky House in central Pukekohe and they are looking to help local businesses and start-ups in the often-confusing areas of Tax, Accounting and Bookkeeping. Established by local Glenda Rogers and backed…

We’re ready to go for another year! It’s been great to have some time with family over the holiday period and reflect on 2020, we know what we need to do for 2021 and look forward to meeting more wonderful people around Franklin. Give us a call to find out how the power of two can work for you!