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Are we looking towards a new dawn in the property sector in ‘26? Ryan Geddes, managing director of Savills New Zealand shares his thoughts:

"After the shot to the arm that was the 50-basis-point reduction in the Official Cash Rate in October and subsequent 25-basis-point reduction in November, owners and investors that we had been in conversation with for months decided they were ready to make deals, and the final quarter of 2025 was the busiest the market has seen in three years."

You can read the full opinion piece on The Post: https://www.thepost.co.nz/business/360931548/are-we-looking-towards-new-dawn-property-sector-26

Are we looking towards a new dawn in the property sector in ‘26? OPINION: The Active Investor Visa and a booming Christchurch are some industry bright spots as we push into a more positive year, although looming election will bring some uncertainty.

Congratulations Rhiannon McKinnon. Well deserved

We are looking forward to seeing the impact you will make (yet again) in this new role.

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In Leaders Getting Coffee episode 52, founder of Dress Smart and Rodd & Gunn shares his journey from building iconic retail brands to navigating the evolving landscape of New Zealand business.

A keen fisherman and hunter, it was only a matter of time before Rodd and Gunn was born as a part of the Outdoor Heritage brand he built. And as Dress Smart celebrates 30 years since its launch, we hear what prompted the arrival of outlet stores to New Zealand.

Whether you're a retail enthusiast, entrepreneur, or just love a good origin story, this one's for you.

Listen now:

Episode 52: Founder of Dressmart and Rodd & Gunn, Gary Gwynne Podcast Episode · Leaders Getting Coffee with Bruce Cotterill · 29/10/2025 · 1h 10m

Great to be part of CMRFU 70th Anniversary Women's Leadership Breakfast in partnership with Sudima Hotels this morning.

We heard from some incredible wāhine, including:

Suzanne McFadden MNZM – Award-winning journalist, writer, and podcaster with over 35 years covering sports and features in New Zealand.

Kelsey Campbell (née Bevan) – Olympic rower and world champion.

Melodie Robinson – Head of Sports Events & Partnerships at TVNZ, leading strategy, content, live production, and commercial partnerships.

Givealittle says more could - and should - be done to capitalise on payroll giving to combat a drop in charitable donations.

Three years ago New Zealand was ranked fifth on the World Giving Index - an annual report published by the Charities Aid Foundation. Last year the country dropped to 17th.

Lythan Chapman, CEO of Givealittle speaks to RNZ on the benefits of Payroll Giving

Amid a charity funding squeeze Givealittle says more could - and should - be done to capitalise on payroll giving to combat a drop in charitable donations.

Congratulations to the incredible team at Aotearoa Infinite Academy on the launch and for breaking down barriers in New Zealand education.

Enrollments open 12th November - first come first serve. Visit their website for more details.

A special shoutout to founding principal Saira Boyle for her insightful chat with Ryan Bridge on NOW. An inspiring look at the future of accessible, world-class learning for all Kiwi students.

Proud to see innovators like Penelope Barton and Jamie Beaton leading the way for education in Aotearoa.

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School without walls: The new charter school for online learning Founding principal of Aotearoa Infinite Academy, Saira Boyle explains how her new model is rethinking education for the digital age.