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Labour weekend marks 50 years for Willowbank
In 1969, Michael and Kathy Willis bought a piece of land covered in gorse and broom on the outskirts of Christchurch with a dream to one day open a zoo. On...
Two local innovators recognised for turning science into impact
Two Christchurch innovators were recognised at the 12th annual KiwiNet Research Commercialisation Awards in Auckland for their outstanding contributions in...
Christchurch Airport gearing up for a huge summer season
Christchurch Airport has been working closely with its airline partners to introduce a summer package that will see a 25% increase in seat capacity on...
OCR drop welcomed by Canterbury business
Canterbury businesses will welcome the Reserve Bank’s announcement to cut the OCR by 50 basis points to 4.75%.Business Canterbury Chief Executive Leeann...
Cruise season providing boost for local businesses
Research by NZIER on the economic and social impact of cruise tourism shows the 2023/2024 season generated $5.3 million for the local economy, with total...
Canterbury exporters tackle rising costs with innovation, optimism for growth
Canterbury’s exporters are cautiously optimistic about the coming year, with 51% expecting their export orders to increase in the next twelve months,...
Ārohia Trailblazers set to forge path to global markets
Callaghan Innovation will support seven trailblazing Kiwi businesses with bold ideas to succeed in global markets while forging new pathways for like-minded...
AI Activator to support rapid adoption of AI technologies
A new Callaghan Innovation-led initiative will support Kiwi businesses of all sizes and stages to boost productivity and competitiveness through the...
Connectivity key to Waimakariri biodiversity project
In the last six years over 5000 native seedlings have been planted as part of a biodiversity initiative by Waimakariri Irrigation Limited (WIL).The project...
Episode 9: Mr G – The Ideas Consultants
The Bold Company Podcast, hosted by Business Canterbury’s Hannah Weeds and Vaughan Fleming, offers a compelling glimpse into the dynamic world of Canterbury’s...
Revolutionary aerial transport system launches in Christchurch
A groundbreaking elevated point-to-point passenger transport system with low energy needs and zero emissions has been launched, offering a local solution to a...
Christchurch Airport’s increased dividend reflects diversification, surge in international traffic
Continued strong performance, underpinned by the diversification of the business and a focus on growing its core business of planes and passengers, has...
Episode 8: Mitchell Anderson, Urban Intelligence
The Bold Company Podcast, hosted by Business Canterbury’s Hannah Weeds and Vaughan Fleming, offers a compelling glimpse into the dynamic world of Canterbury’s...
New biosecurity technology protecting New Zealand food security
Local agri-tech company Onside is delivering new biosecurity technology that is transforming biosecurity practices and helping the primary industries better...
Ara Timaru new Trades building blessed ready for fit out
The tapu has been lifted on Ara Institute of Canterbury’s new trades building in Timaru, which has been completed on time and on budget.The building’s name,...
Little pubs: big business
In Gary Altenburg’s backyard sits a small Irish-themed pub named T. O’Loughlin’s. With a beautifully crafted wooden interior – complete with leather bar...
Cathedral funding shortfall may pause project
At the end of last week, the Government announced that it will not provide further taxpayer funding for Christ Church Cathedral reinstatement – funds that were...
Episode 7: Monique Kaminski – Jeuneora
The Bold Company Podcast, hosted by Business Canterbury’s Hannah Weeds and Vaughan Fleming, offers a compelling glimpse into the dynamic world of Canterbury’s...
Canterbury businesses breathing a small sigh of relief after OCR announcement
Canterbury businesses will be breathing a small sigh of relief as interest rates start to fall, following today’s OCR announcement by the Reserve Bank. ...
New sustainability tool for vegetable farming industry
Potatoes New Zealand has launched the Sustainable Vegetable Systems (SVS) Tool, an innovative solution designed to enhance sustainability practices within the...