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How Ultima is Redefining Surfaces: The Perfect Blend of Elegance and Durability
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How Ultima is Redefining Surfaces: The Perfect Blend of Elegance and Durability

Ultima is redefining whatโ€™s possible with surfaces in New Zealand, offering premium solutions that combine elegance, durability, and sustainability for both residential and commercial projects. Specialising in high-quality surface materials, Ultima brings together a diverse range of high-pressure laminates, natural timber veneers, anti-fingerprint AFX laminates, and decorative timber battens to meet every design vision. Extensive Range and Unmatched Quality Ultimaโ€™s impressive product range is carefully selected to meet the highest standards of quality and design. Their high-pressure laminates are perfect for environments where durability is essential, resisting scratches, moisture, and daily wear. For those looking for natural warmth and character, Ultimaโ€™s timber veneers provide timele...
KZN Plumbing: Hamilton’s Trusted Experts in Residential and Commercial Plumbing
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KZN Plumbing: Hamilton’s Trusted Experts in Residential and Commercial Plumbing

Hamilton, New Zealand โ€” KZN Plumbing, a reputable plumbing service provider, continues to set the standard for excellence in both residential and commercial plumbing across Hamilton and the greater Waikato region. With over 40 years of combined experience, co-founders Charles Koch and Len Stoop have built a company that prioritizes quality workmanship, reliability, and exceptional customer service. Comprehensive Plumbing Services KZN Plumbing offers a wide range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of their clients. For homeowners, their expertise includes the repair and installation of toilets, showers, basins, kitchens, and laundry fixtures. They also specialize in hot water cylinder services, addressing blocked drains, leaking taps, and appliance installations such as dishwa...
Crewmix Concrete Solutions Revolutionizes On-Demand Concrete Mixing in Hawke’s Bay
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Crewmix Concrete Solutions Revolutionizes On-Demand Concrete Mixing in Hawke’s Bay

Hawke's Bay, New Zealand โ€” Crewmix Concrete Solutions is transforming the concrete industry in Hawke's Bay with its innovative, on-demand mixing services. By offering compact, stand-alone volumetric concrete plants, Crewmix ensures consistent, task-specific batches of fresh, quality concrete whenever and wherever needed. Innovative Volumetric Concrete Mixing Traditional concrete mixing methods often involve challenges such as manual labor, excess waste, and logistical constraints. Crewmix addresses these issues with its volumetric concrete mixers, engineered and built in New Zealand. These units allow for precise control over concrete loads, minimizing waste and reducing environmental impact. Flexible and Efficient Solutions Crewmix offers two volumetric concrete plant models: Crewmix...
A toast to history: Air New Zealand’s Thirteen Forty Five wine label takes flight
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A toast to history: Air New Zealand’s Thirteen Forty Five wine label takes flight

Air New Zealand is raising a glass to its new wine label, Thirteen Forty Five, now available exclusively to Air New Zealand and Airpoints Store customers. Thirteen Forty Five was named in tribute to a significant milestone in the airline's history - the inaugural flight from Auckland to Sydney in 1940, which covered 1345 miles. Operated by Air New Zealand's predecessor, TEAL (Tasman Empire Airways Limited), this flight ushered in a new era of air travel, connecting New Zealand to the world. The label launches with two signature varietals, sauvignon blanc and pinot noir, crafted in collaboration with renowned New Zealand wine producer Villa Maria, part of Indevin Group. These wines are now available in Air New Zealand lounges throughout New Zealand and in Premium Economy cabins on interna...
The Drying Rack: Where Premium Biltong Meets Unmatched Quality
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The Drying Rack: Where Premium Biltong Meets Unmatched Quality

In a world where quality and authenticity matter more than ever, The Drying Rack stands out as a family-run business that takes pride in crafting some of the best biltong around. While our passion lies in producing top-tier biltong, we also offer a delectable selection of dried fruits and exquisite cocktail garnishes. Our mission is simple: to provide customers with an unparalleled snacking experience, blending traditional methods with modern craftsmanship to deliver flavors that keep people coming back for more. A Family Business with a Passion for Perfection At The Drying Rack, we arenโ€™t just another biltong supplierโ€”weโ€™re a family dedicated to sharing our love for high-quality dried meats and snacks. From humble beginnings, our journey started with a deep appreciation for the time-hon...
Insurance industry report into the North Island weather events released
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Insurance industry report into the North Island weather events released

A report into the insurance industryโ€™s response into New Zealandโ€™s largest ever weather events has set out a number of actions to improve responses to future events. The North Island Weather Events: The Insurance Industry response by the Insurance Council of New Zealand Te Kฤhui Inihua o Aotearoa (ICNZ) examined insurers performance of claims related to the Auckland Anniversary Weekend floods and Cyclone Gabrielle in early 2023. "The loss and devastation on families and communities was severe and the insurance industry has worked hard to settle claims and get people back on their feet as quickly as possible," ICNZ Chief Executive Kris Faafoi said. The North Island weather events resulted in more than 118,000 claims at an estimated value of $3.8 billion. Despite the scale and complexity...
The Brand Makers Commitment to Sustainable Packaging in New Zealand
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The Brand Makers Commitment to Sustainable Packaging in New Zealand

At The Brand Makers, we are committed to protecting the environment and working towards a better tomorrow. We believe that those in a position to make a positive change should do so, and as a leading provider of branding solutions in New Zealand, we take our responsibility seriously. Our Commitment to Sustainability Sustainability is at the core of our business practices. Over the years, we have actively sought ways to reduce our environmental footprint by opting for more eco-friendly packaging options, selecting environmentally responsible partners, and developing sustainable products for the New Zealand market. Our goal is to ensure that every choice we make aligns with our mission to contribute to a cleaner, greener planet. Making a Difference with POLLAST!Cโ„ข One of our most signifi...
Premium Clean Delivers Unmatched Commercial Cleaning Services in Auckland with Industry-Leading Certifications
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Premium Clean Delivers Unmatched Commercial Cleaning Services in Auckland with Industry-Leading Certifications

Auckland, New Zealand โ€“ Premium Clean, New Zealandโ€™s trusted name in professional cleaning services, continues to set the benchmark for excellence in commercial cleaning in Auckland. With a proven track record of delivering exceptional results, Premium Clean is proud to highlight its industry-leading certifications, further solidifying its position as Aucklandโ€™s top choice for commercial cleaning services. For over a decade, Premium Clean has been at the forefront of the cleaning industry, offering tailored solutions for businesses across Auckland. Now, with a suite of prestigious certifications, the company is raising the bar even higher, ensuring clients receive the highest standards of service, safety, and professionalism. Certifications That Matter Premium Cleanโ€™s commitment to qual...
New Year Surge in Business for Sale Searches
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New Year Surge in Business for Sale Searches

Itโ€™s not just new jobs people are searching for at this time of the year! Buying a business can be a great option for many as the January numbers show, with Business for Sale searches up 25% on December 2024. Additionally January 2025 site users are up 12% on this time last year. More and more people are seeing business ownership as a great career option. โ€œThe summer holiday period allows people to take time-out to reflect and mull over their options and the type of future they would like to create. Owning a business is a dream for many New Zealanders, and with the surge in buyers searching during January, the high interest in owning a business or franchise is confirmed.โ€ says Richard O'Brien, director of the New Zealand Business for Sale website NZBizBuySell. โ€œPopular searches include: ...