Business South Magazine

04/06/2025

You don’t stay in business for 136 years without doing something right. Otago Furniture keeps it simple: skilled people, quality materials, and furniture that’s built to last.

“It allows us to do many, many things – we’re not constrained, because we have that knowledge.” Guy Ramshaw, Commercial Sales Manager of Otago Furniture.

Take a look at their incredible journey here: https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-south-june-25/47/

Conroy Removals New Zealand Otago Packaging Supplies

04/06/2025

Meet A.D. Bridge and Sons Builders, a family-owned Nelson company built on craftsmanship, honesty, and a heartfelt tribute to a hardworking father.

With over 30 years of experience, they bring a personal touch to every build, knowing that a renovation isn’t just construction, it’s someone’s memories and future. For them, it’s not just about walls and roofs, but bringing a family’s vision of home to life.

Discover how a family legacy became one of Nelson’s most trusted building companies: https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-south-june-25/88/

Trinder / Waimea Engineering, Aotea Electric Nelson, Mitre 10 MEGA Nelson Helping Hands, Insite Nelson, Ken Robinson Architects Ltd.

03/06/2025

Celebrating 60 incredible years of compassion, creativity, and community 💙

At Hohepa Canterbury, it’s always been about people first. For decades, they’ve opened their hearts to those with intellectual disabilities, creating space for them to grow, belong, and be celebrated for exactly who they are.

Read their story of heart and community here: https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-south-june-25/111/

Pye Electrical, The Tree People, Egis, Ross Richdale Plumbers

03/06/2025

We love showcasing innovative businesses! 📖✨

We're proud to be featured in the June edition of Business South Magazine

The article highlights our tailored approach to heating and energy systems — an approach built on collaboration, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of each client’s unique requirements.

At Optum, no two projects are the same. We work closely with homeowners, architects, and builders to design and deliver systems that are efficient, future-proof, and perfectly aligned with the needs of the space and those who use it.

Thank you to Business South for the opportunity to share our story and the principles that guide our work.

👉 Read the full article here: https://zurl.co/Cnoxv

03/06/2025

This stunning West Melton home, designed by KJ Architecture and built by Dan Saunders Construction, blends high performance with effortless style. From energy efficiency to seamless indoor-outdoor living, it’s proof that smart design can be beautiful.

"I love designing homes for people, and making those connections with people and how they live. The client relationship from the start us really important to me. It helps the project a lot" says Krystal, director of KJ Architecture.

Lance Ash Interiors Spencer Painters and Decorators Digout Services Ltd

Read more in our June issue here: https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-south-june-25/74/

26/05/2025

In the latest edition of Business South...

In Marlborough, NZ Wineries is now harnessing solar energy to power production via a major new panel installation ☀️🍷

For Ray and Brenda Gregory, a mid-life career change from trucking to olive growing has blossomed into a thriving business producing award-winning extra virgin olive oil under the Kakariki Olives label 🫒😋

And Rio Tinto’s Tiwai Point aluminium smelter is delivering significant economic and community benefits across Southland following last year’s landmark 20-year energy supply agreement that secured its future until at least 2044 🏭💡

Also featuring...

Christchurch Airport, Cutlers Real Estate, Hohepa Canterbury, Hunter Civil, KeelowCraft Boats, Limelite Construction, Nelson Airport New Zealand, Rolleston College, Scobies Transport Ltd - Heavy Haulage, Building Removals, New Zealand, Southland Boys' High School, Stonewood Homes North Canterbury, Thomas Bros Orchards, Walker Architecture Ltd, A.D. Bridge and Sons Builders, AGB Stone Cromwell, Canterbury Educare - Prestons Preschool, DRH Building Ltd, Harrold Building Ltd & Scott Ede Design Ltd, Heathcote Building and Design, Heavy Diesel Parts & Services, Inscope Building, J Moore Construction, Jennian Homes Central Otago and Queenstown, Kaikōura District Council, Kiwigas, KJ Architecture, Lays Fasteners, McCoy and Wixon Architects Ltd, McHaffie Building, Optum Plumbing & Energy Solutions, Otago Furniture, Otago Vacuum Tank Services Ltd, Pinnacle Masonry Limited, RAD Construction, Sally Turnbull Architectural Design, SJ Allen Holdings Ltd, SMART Project Management Ltd, T&R Interior Systems, Tāwhaki, Taylor & Co Building Ltd, Three Sixty Collision, Varcoe McMillan Architecture, ZEN Builders Ltd, Populous

In the latest edition of Business South, the major restoraration of Christchurch Boys' High School's historic Main Block is drawing to a close. Carried out over three years by Southbase, the detailed project also involved construction of a new annex building. Elsewhere, manufacturing leader Autex is...

07/05/2025

In this profile, we discover how Christchurch’s Irving Tooling Solutions supports NZ’s machining sector 🔩💪

From high-tech rockets to local workshops, they boost productivity and reduce costs for clients nationwide

Learn how their hands-on approach and industry knowledge set them apart in our May issue - https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-south-may-25/81/

05/05/2025

In our May issue, we profile Christchurch-based Maugers Contracting

While not the largest firm in the sector, they are proving their ambition and strength with the largest subdivision in their 50-year history - Lincoln’s 175-lot Earlsbrook.

Taking on tier-1 competitors, the ambitious firm brought in key subcontractors like C & A Cox Ltd and Letton Kerb & Channel to help deliver this milestone project.

READ MORE HERE - https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-south-may-25/68/

05/05/2025

The phenomenal growth of Traffic Management Services is a great success story of a small Southland business achieving results through vision and hard work 👷💪📈

Kerrian Simpson, a former roading contract manager and mechanic, has owned the business with his wife Lara for the past four years.

At the time the couple purchased it, the company had just four staff and four vehicles; it now has 27 staff and 23 vehicles.

Read about their impressive journey in our May issue - https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-south-may-25/53/

Malloch McClean +MORE, Jaedon Safety Workwear Specialists

02/05/2025

In our May issue, we profile Thwaites Aluminium 🪟📐

In business since 1989, they have built a strong reputation delivering high-quality aluminium joinery in Southland, Central Otago, and Queenstown Lakes.

We talk with branch manager Asitha Abeysinghe about how they achieved a significant milestone last year, by becoming an approved fabricator for Omega Windows + Doors

“As an approved fabricator for Omega Windows and Doors, we are ensuring our customers get the best products available in the market”

READ MORE HERE - https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-south-may-25/48/

Nind Electrical Services, Hardie Fasteners Ltd

01/05/2025

In our latest issue we look at Dunedin Airport which is on the threshold of a significant capital expenditure programme that will inject millions of dollars into the local economy 🛫📈🛠

General manager operations and infrastructure Nick Rodger says the airport currently has several significant projects in progress, with more to come.

“It’s a direct benefit to the local economy; this is work going straight to local suppliers, design consultants, contractors and many others,” Nick says.

Read about the more than $50 million earmarked during the next four years in our May issue - https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-south-may-25/12/

Allcor Fabrication , DBC Building Services, Baker Garden Architects Ltd

30/04/2025

“From initial design through to installation — we do it all in-house to control quality,” says Anthony van de Water of Steadfast Joinery 🏡🛠️

With a strong focus on relationships, culture, and craftsmanship, this Dunedin-based business is making its mark across Otago’s residential and commercial sectors.

Discover how Steadfast is shaping spaces and the future of joinery in our latest issue - https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-south-may-25/86/

iPlumb Plumbing and Gas, Metalon Dunedin, O'Brien Group Benchtops