Articles in ‘People in Business’

Many of us spend our Saturday’s watching kid’s sports games, with family and friends lunching and catching up on the week’s events or engaged in activities slightly different to the Monday to Friday routine. Then there are those who challenge themselves and inspire others like Wenny Lubbers, Operations Manager at Versatile Pukekohe. On the 22nd of May, he was climbing the 328 metre Auckland Sky Tower dressed in his full fire fighters kit (which…

The Franklin region, and especially Pukekohe is well known for several things. It is the hub of New Zealand’s best volcanic fertile soils where the internationally renowned Long Keeper Onions are grown and Possum Bourne, champion race car driver was born here. It will come as no surprise then to many locals that it will soon have a new claim to fame. That of the biggest car service workshop in New Zealand when the brand new Ebbett Autovillage…

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 are looking to their biggest investment, their homes and using…

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 event where we celebrate our town, our people and our cultural…

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 Beaver Road, Bombay 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 2 car garaging (view…

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 due to Covid, it hasn’t stopped Baker’s Shoes owner Fiona from…

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 small engine manufacturer in the World. Honda is a well recognized,…

“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 together with your grandkids, this can also be organized. We will…

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 motorcycles and powersports will find something for them. Especially if you…

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 Mustafa was born in Turkey, making New Zealand his home in 2001 and his…

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 best in professionalism and expertise. Their level of commitment…

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 Rolleston factory over two days. They were then delivered to the…

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 Building Practitioner (LBP) Mark Frame. With over 20 years’ experience,…

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; website, social media, portraits or your personal memories;…

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 may have the solution! We make the process of subdividing easy!…

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 a new home can be, we have built hundreds of houses and…

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, less stressful means of building their home. How though do you…

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 complementary and will be at a time that is suitable for you. We have…

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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 Builders have the answer and are proud to showcase their recently…