Articles in ‘People in Business’

Nestled on the sunlit slopes of the Bombay Hills, just out of central Pukekohe the well renowned fine dining Bracu restaurant forms part of the world class Simunovich Olive Estate built from the ground up in 1999. The family owned estate, founded by Ivan Simunovich was initially set up with sustainability in mind and now boasts 30,000 olive trees producing award winning olive oils.

If you are pregnant or a new parent or grandparent then you need to check out Parents Health Haven, a built for purpose, Physiotherapy, Pilates and wellbeing clinic that has recently opened up at 7b Parerata Road, Pukekohe. The brain child of qualified local Physiotherapist Melissa de Jongh and her husband Simon, Melissa set up the clinic specifically with busy families in mind…

Of course, it's not quite that simple, but it's Claire McArthur from Personalised Mortgages job to hunt down the best possible loan offer for her clients – and generally there's no charge. Claire is a mortgage advisor with Personalised Mortgages Ltd, a premier mortgage brokering company that assists you to obtain the finance to get yourself into your dream home. Claire can also…

Our ears' main function is to transmit and transduce sound to the brain through the parts of the ear and as we age like much about our bodies, changes occur, and this can result in hearing loss. Because this can happen over a period of time, it can have a significant effect on your quality of life if left untreated or treated poorly with an ill-fitting hearing aid. The team at…

When elocal editor Mykeljon Winckel needed legal advice in relation to selling his mother’s house, the team at Conveyancing Plus were there to help, even visiting his beloved mother to find out exactly what she needed and how they could help. “It’s the personal touch that makes us a cut above the rest,” says director and owner Bobbie-jo Butler. Fresh from winning the ‘Best in…

Your home is your castle, but not everyone likes a castle, some want a cottage or an eco-friendly self-sustaining, climate friendly minimalistic studio! When you are selling your home, because you love it as it is, it is sometimes difficult to imagine it being loved differently by others. That’s where the Emma Burn Home Staging team steps in. They will confidently style and…

John Bell's dental specialty doesn't exactly roll off the tongue, but the difference he can make to your smile could be life-changing. In past times, damaged or decayed teeth were either ignored or removed. But now the range of solutions available in the hands of a skilled professional like John means teeth can be restored to look and perform just as they should. Prosthodontics…

When their children were toddlers, John and Liz van Winden, decided it was time to ensure that they were already planning for their expanding family’s future. “It was important to us that we would be able to provide for their future including university fees,” says John. With this in mind, the couple visited their local New Zealand Home Loans office and discussed the different…

As the cooler airs and darker evenings herald the arrival of Autumn and winter months, this season’s new styles at Baker’s shoes are sure to warm the cockles of your heart and your toes! Along with the usual winter shades of navy, wine and black, you will find warm pink tones; all with lovely textures and trims. Ankle boots are still popular, and Fiona has introduced a range of…

If you’re looking for a fitness solution that is available at any time of the day or night, where everyone knows your name and you’re always welcome, check out Flex Fitness – the fitness facility on the block, that is incredibly popular with locals and neighbouring fitness fans Auckland-wide. Flex Fitness Pukekohe and Manukau are New Zealand-owned and part of the Flex Fitness…

The choice and quality at Kings Garden Restaurant in Pukekohe is creating quite a stir locally. Many a family has dined out either at Yum Cha, or utilising their takeaway menu to create an evening of tasty authentic, quality Chinese food that leaves them wanting to return and if you haven’t, it is about time you did. Yum Cha is a term in Cantonese which literally means “drinking…

The past 12 months have been a blur for the all-girl team at Counties Customs & Cargo, for all the right reasons! And they have certainly achieved what they set out to, and that is proving their commitment to the local community. It is evident just by judging the increase in workload, that this has been very successful, to the point where the office at 1/23 Hall Street, Pukekohe…

Glancing in the mirror and feeling impressed by what you see can make a world of difference to our overall wellbeing, and proof that the hours we spend looking after our bodies is worth it! We all want to know that how we dress, and how we look reflects a healthy, positive persona and looking after our hair in the same. Whether it is long, short, curly or straight, our hair is…

Today’s kitchen wears many hats. It’s the centre of a busy morning family breakfast huddle, the place for coffee with friends, the makeshift office for paying the bills, a backdrop for your children’s art, and let’s not forget its prime purpose — a place to make and enjoy good food with family and friends. It stands to reason then, that when you are creating a kitchen in your own…

Travel along State Highway 22 from Drury through to Pukekohe and it is hard to miss the tasteful silhouette of the Brand New Golden Homes Show Home on the corner of McPherson and Karaka roads that has emerged better, brighter and bigger than the one that was destroyed in an arson attack in April 2018. The attack in the early hours of the morning resulted in damage to the existing…

Much has been made of a recent discovery of a Queensland Fruit Fly in two areas of Auckland in February and like many foreign species, if it were to get a hold in the country our horticultural and associated industries could suffer severe consequences. Termites are another example. Also known as white ants, they can live in colonies that can number in the thousands. Invasive…

The decision to remove a tree from your property sometimes isn’t easy. They take years to grow and are an important part of the environment. But sometimes due to a number of factors the call just has to be made to get them cut down, so they are no longer a problem or pose a threat. Factors like root systems undermining driveways and dwellings are one of the main reasons we are…

Heat pumps have become the go-to solution for solving heating woes in New Zealand homes over the last few years. In July 2019 it becomes compulsory for all rental housing in New Zealand to have insulation and adequate clean heating, many landlords are looking to heat pumps to provide security that they are adhering to the new regulations and providing a warm environment for their…

If you are looking for your individual needs to be met, at affordable and realistic prices, come and visit our new show home to see all the latest materials that A1 Homes has to offer. Tony Smith offers MANY years of experience with over 300 homes under his ownership of A1 Homes South Auckland. Tony has the knowledge, flexibility and experience to offer you a fixed price for your…

When you see that flash of tartan go by and no bagpipes or you see big jock hold the post hole borer and still no bagpipes, then you know it’s one of the Wee Job vehicles on its way to another job! The Wee job company’s team of three has been working in the South Auckland region and wider areas for the past 15 years. Well known for their hard-working attitude and high level of…