Unlocking opportunity: New research identifies high-potential pathways for Māori and Pasifika construction businesses

2025-06-24T14:56:58+12:00June 24th, 2025|Business, Construction, Innovation, Investment, Lifestyle|

ConCOVE Tūhura, Amotai, and Poutama Trust have released research identifying four key growth opportunities for Māori and Pasifika-owned businesses in the construction sector. The report, titled "Future focussed skills: growth opportunities for Māori and Pasifika owned businesses in greener construction”, highlights significant potential for businesses to upskill in emerging technologies including trenchless technologies, Building Information [...]

Williams Drainage & Civil

2025-06-24T14:57:08+12:00June 24th, 2025|Business, Construction, Innovation, Lifestyle|

Douglas Williams - Ngāti Maru From humble beginnings in Pukekohe to becoming a trusted name across the North Island, Williams Drainage and Civil Limited is a story of grit, growth, and giving back. Douglas Williams, the driving force behind the business, hails from the beautiful Thames/Coromandel region and proudly affiliates with Ngāti Maru (Hauraki).  Now [...]

Niwa Projects – Building the Future, the Māori Way

2025-06-24T14:57:18+12:00June 19th, 2025|Business, Construction, Innovation, Lifestyle|

Trey Ryder - Te Atihaunui a Pāpārangi, Ngāpuhi Trey Ryder is not just building homes—he’s building a movement.  As the Director of Niwa Projects, a Wellington-based construction company, Trey is on a mission to revolutionise the way we think about housing in Aotearoa. Rooted in kaupapa Māori and driven by a deep sense of kaitiakitanga, [...]

Grounded Company HQ Ltd – Building Community, One Project at a Time

2025-05-07T08:05:42+12:00May 7th, 2025|Business, Construction, Innovation, Trades|

Matt & Carol Loader, Ngāti Tūwharetoa, Ngāti Hine Grounded Company HQ Ltd - Te Whare Tū Manawa o Grounded provide civil construction and drainage solutions.  Nestled in the heart of the Whanganui Region, their roots run deep in the local community.  Their connection to the land and people shapes everything they do, from their business [...]

Andrews of Canterbury Contracting Ltd

2025-04-03T09:44:28+13:00April 3rd, 2025|Agriculture, Business, Construction, Innovation, Lifestyle, Service|

Andrew Osgood - Ngāi Tahu Nestled in the heart of Tuahiwi, Andrews of Canterbury Contracting Ltd, also known as Andrews Fencing, has been a cornerstone of the North Canterbury community for a decade.  Proudly founded by Andrew, the business has grown from strength to strength recently celebrating it's 10th birthday last month. The company has [...]

L & B Building Solutions

2025-02-11T09:41:34+13:00February 11th, 2025|Business, Construction, Creative, Innovation, Investment|

Levi Brunton - Ngāi Tahu L & B Building Solutions are a young construction business in Christchurch specialising in new builds, renovations, extensions, decks and maintenance that have been operating for 2 and a half years. Residential Construction New Builds: Custom homes, renovations, and extensions that meet the specific needs of homeowners. Renovations and Alterations: [...]

Heart and Soul Builders

2024-10-03T10:29:46+13:00October 3rd, 2024|Business, Construction, Innovation, Lifestyle|

Dean Selwyn - Ngātiwai Heart and Soul Tiny Homes is owned and operated by Dean and his wife Rhonda.  Their journey began in 2019 with the construction of their own tiny home which they use themselves.  It is also a popular Airbnb for those particularly interested in experiencing Tiny living. This was the start.  After [...]

AI-Powered Innovation in Construction

2024-10-03T10:29:36+13:00October 3rd, 2024|Business, Construction, Digital, Education, Innovation, Technology|

Calling all construction businesses - have you ever wondered how AI innovation could help your business? Callaghan Innovation and Engineering New Zealand are hosting AI Powered Innovation in Construction - an opportunity to explore how to apply and leverage AI for your construction business.  You’ll gain: ·                     A practical understanding of the different types of AI relevant to [...]

Findex – Dunedin Tradies Academy

2024-10-03T10:28:55+13:00October 3rd, 2024|Business, Construction, Education, Engineering, Innovation, Lifestyle, Trades|

FINDEX Dunedin: Tradies Information hui - in association with KUMA - Southern Māori Business Network. To learn more about how FINDEX can support your trades business, feel free to join the hui on Thursday 31 October 2024 at 5:30pm, Village Green Cafe & Bar, Dunedin. What is Tradies Academy? Tradies Academy is a performance improvement [...]

Wera Works

2024-06-12T11:51:58+12:00June 12th, 2024|Business, Construction, Engineering, Innovation, Science|

Neihana Bennett - Ngāi Te Rangi, Ngāti Raukawa Wera Works are a Welding and Steel Fabrication service that take pride in transforming raw steel into magnificent structures that not only serve a practical purpose but showcase expert craftsmanship. Neihana Bennett spearheads Wera Works and is a seasoned figure with 17 years of industry experience and [...]

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