Cosgroves began in the year 2000, inspired by a Bank Manager friend who perceived Mark’s attention-to-detail and attention-to-people as a good fit for insurance. The timing was right, and with training and support from an industry mentor, Mark launched his own business in Christchurch’s CBD. Cosgrove Survival Specialists was born.
From small beginnings, the business grew progressively, not through advertising or ‘hard-sell’ but through good old-fashioned ‘word of mouth’ and hard work. Many successful referrals, together with the acquisition of a second brokering business in 2009 have led to further expansion. Today, with the support of three skilled administration staff, Cosgroves operates on the outskirts of Christchurch in a rural setting the team finds both relaxing and conducive to high productivity. A move initially brought about by the Canterbury earthquakes in 2011, the purpose-built offices and surrounding 11 acres are far removed from the ‘war zone’ that was once the city’s CBD. It’s from here that the Cosgroves team focusses on highly professional, individualised, and well thought out cover for their clients.
Cosgroves’ specialist focus is on business and farming. Ninety percent of the client-base are business owners; fifty percent of these are farmers. Clients are spread throughout the South Island; many coming as referrals via accountants and lawyers who rely on Cosgroves in-depth understanding of the diverse insurance needs of these clients. As an impartial consultancy firm, Cosgroves tailors an individualised plan to best protect business owners both professionally and personally.
Insurance
In business and in life, hoping for the best is something that comes quite naturally. At Cosgroves, we share a very positive outlook for a bright future, but we also know that ‘hoping for the best whilst preparing for the worst’ is the wisest form of future planning. We specialise in personal, business and farming insurance.
Mortgages
Whether you are a first homebuyer, building, refinancing, consolidating debt or purchasing an investment property we are here to help. We can also assist with business lending needs, asset financing for your business and personal vehicle financing. As independent advisers we have access to a wide range of lenders to find the best solution for you.
High quality, portable accommodation – we like to call them Mega Tiny Homes. Designed for maximum comfort and incredible use of space, these exceptionally well insulated homes are transportable NZ-wide!
Christine is currently living, working and creating in Kaiapoi. She comes from a teaching background, but is presently commissioned in a marketing capacity when she is not creating artworks. Her artistic passions lie within the realms of abstract expressionism and photography. Christine’s preference is to convey more of what she feels than she sees, making her work rather spontaneous, largely unplanned, and a welcome relief from considered responses expected in daily living. While Christine enjoys most styles of painting it is abstract art where she derives most satisfaction from, usually beginning with a random under-painting allowing the finished mixed media piece to evolve. This process may take a while and she usually has many works on the go at one time, waiting for the next layer of each piece to reveal itself. There is a sense of joy in Christine’s work that comes from an unplanned journey, as the finished artwork slowly evolves, with layer at a time revealing itself through to completion.
Christine is represented by Art Box, Papanui and McAtamney Gallery, Geraldine.
Creative Landscapes has been designing & implementing landscape solutions since 1996.
During this time we have completed numerous high profile commercial & residential projects both on time & to budget on each & every occasion. Some of the commercial projects include – Nelson Airport, WOW Museum & various other Government community houses
We believe over this time, we have developed the right mix of management and staff to work efficiently and consistently to achieve our customers goals and exceed their expectations of service. More often than not, the owner/designer is actually working on site, ensuring that the specifications are followed and completed and is available to consult or effect change if the customer deems it necessary or any unexpected circumstances arise.
From new builds to reworking an existing site, the form, purpose & design all come together to make a Creative Landscape.
I’m a qualified licensed builder who has been in the building industry for 13 years and self employed for the last 8 years.
Available to build new homes, extensions, renovations, decks, pergolas an fences.plus gib fixing. No job is too small.
If you are looking for an affordable builder to carry out your next project, don’t hesitate to contact me anytime, I work well with the client to achieve a professional finish an on time an budget
Countdown is New Zealand’s leading supermarket brand, serving more than 2.5 million customers every week.
We’re committed to providing our customers with choice, value and convenience, so they’ll enjoy the best overall shopping experience.
With 184 supermarkets across New Zealand supported by 18,000 team members, we give our customers a choice of more than 20,000 different products in each of our stores.
Behind the scenes, our in-store teams are supported by four dry grocery distribution centres, three fresh produce distribution centres, two meat processing plants, one seafood processing plant and a central support office.
Moving products from these hubs to our stores means our drivers have to travel more than 17 million kilometres per year, making over 250,000 deliveries to keep our stores stocked.
While we’re known as Countdown, we form part of Progressive Enterprises, a subsidiary of the publicly-listed Australian company, Woolworths Limited. In addition to Countdown, Progressive Enterprises is also the franchise co-ordinator for the Fresh Choice and SuperValue banner groups.
Caroline Dairy , Serving the community with convenient produce and goods. Celebrate Caroline Dairy has become independent and Colour & Flavour Vapy store
With a wealth of Real Estate knowledge and experience combined with a ready smile and empathic nature, there are no doubts as to why Christine is considered an expert in her chosen profession.
Christine comes from a teaching background and has a passionate interest in the Visual Arts giving her nurturing and creative skills which serve her well when dealing with people and preparing effective, result oriented Real Estate marketing.
Her strong commitment to community is evident in her close relationships with the local schools and various community groups with whom she shares her time and skills. For Christine, the greatest satisfaction she derives from her business is the knowledge that she has created an experience for her clients that has been both successful and pleasurable. Christine’s high level of return business is testament to her commitment and achievement in that area.
Federation, Lola vs Harper, Elliott, Cooper Street, Minty Meets Munt, Otto Mode, Love stitch, Little birdie, Wish, Elwood, What Woman Want, Blacklist, Two by Two, Minx, Stilen, Stella and Gemma
“There’s nothing like this in Kaiapoi and it’s growing – it’s such an exciting place to be.’’
Im a mother of two and i have worked in fashion retail for the past seven years.
We moved to North Canterbury from Christchurch five years ago ‘‘for the children and the lifestyle’’.
CRAZE has fun and funky clothing from designers in New Zealand, Sydney and Los Angeles.
‘‘I’m not targeting anyone in particular. I’ve gone young and funky, and really pretty, and soft and subtle.’’
I have selected stock that i would wear, and a range of clothing to suit different moods and styles.
The store opening is the fulfillment of a long-held dream to own my own fashion outlet.
‘‘I love the buzz of retail and the excitement of making someone happy.’’
The Cave is a Functional Movement Facility. We don’t use machines as its our belief that the human body is the best machine there is! It’s our job to get our clients ‘machines’ functioning at their very best, through every day movements, full body fitness and a variety of strength, cardio and plyometrics. We are all about Whanau and our community; children (with a parent) are welcome to come a to all of our classes (apart from After Dark) and are also able to come along to their parents personal training sessions. We believe it’s inspiring for your little ones to see you train and we provide a Kids Zone where they can join in.
ABOUT US
We are a husband and wife team of owner/operator/trainer/motivators. We have 3 amazing children; Marli, Rico and Maya that inspire us to be the best people that we can be.
Alok
I’m an Engineer turned Salesman turned Fitness Instructor turned Personal Trainer. I’ve been in the fitness Industry for 5 years now and have definitely found my passion. A highlight for me at the Cave is seeing people achieve something for the first time (so cool). I also really enjoy meeting and getting to know a diverse range of awesome people.
Nikuru
I’ve been a Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor for over 10 years now (ekkkk getting old lol!) and still absolutely what I do. The best part? witnessing amazing people achieve things they never thought possible. Every single client I’ve ever had has inspired me in some way, and it’s definitely an awesome thing to be a part of their journey.
Coffee Pods & Capsules present quality products for the astute coffee connoisseur. We are the sole distributors of the Caffe Borbone and Caffe Karoma coffee products in New Zealand. Both Caffe Borbone and Caffe Karoma are the leading coffee pod and capsules manufactures in Italy and their factories are in Napoli.
“Locals Tips” for things to do in Kaiapoi Cruise on the River Queen with your friends or family on scheduled sailings or book a private function for your work or social club adding on the catering option that suits your needs. Kaiapoi Food Forest, ideal for picnics and foraging for fresh seasonal fruit, veggies, berries and herbs. Love shoes visit Shoe Therapy and The Footwear Outlet you will not be disappointed with the selections. CBK Kaiapoi Craft Beer & Kitchen is famous for its Skillet Cookie, a great dessert after one of their stone grills. Visiting the Ruataniwha centre, home of the library, museum and Art on the Quay which hosts exhibitions of local art is always a great idea during inclement weather or a lazy day. There is wide range of eateries in town, Mongolian, Chinese, Indian, Japanese, Thai, European cuisine, Sushi, Teppanyaki – plus loads of takeaways, something for everyones taste. Each of the local cafes have their own unique feel ie. Paris for the Weekend lovely hand baked scones and high teas, located just by the river in the old railway station, Red Eight is famous for its great cabinet food & sweet treats, Rivertown cafe, spacious family friendly and yummy food, Coffee Culture, delicious snacks and desserts accompany a great range of hot and cold drinks, Urban Revival Freshly baked muffins and scones each morning. Blackwells Department store, a family business since 1871 with a wonderful selection of goods from fashion to homeware and everything in-between. Craze fashion sale rack is always worth browsing through, The Kaiapoi Florist and Love your Home filled with a wonderment of loveliness, if you are into Op shopping you have lots to chose from in Kaiapoi. Woodford Glen operates between October to March if you love the smell of fuel and loud engines roar around the track. Trousellot park, Skate park, playground, beautiful rose garden wonderful for the kids to play and have fun. Walking or biking head down either side of rivers stop bank “local tip” electric bikes can be hired at Five Peaks Brew Co. You will find Obelisks decorated by local artists, lakes filled with birdlife, Honda Forest, from the Manderville walking bridge you may see people hiring boats from Kore boat hire, rowers on the river an abundance of natures beauty. Kaiapoi Farmers Market – Saturday mornings opposite New World, next to Paris For The Weekend. Aqualand – Newest Inflatable Aquapark, an awesome but strenuous inflatable water park course. Enjoy discovering Kaiapoi
Aqualand is an awesome but strenuous inflatable water park course. All participants must have strength, stamina and fitness and be able to swim confidently. head to Courtney Drive
https://www.aqualand.co.nz/
The Arts Trail allows you to easily visit working artist studios, see pieces at the start or midway through the creative process, talk to the Artists, and understand what their thinking is behind the artwork. It’s a great way to get out into the country, meet new people and watch them work.
