Dan enlisted in the NZ Army at the age of 18 and completed an Auto Heavy Engineering apprenticeship. After several years in this job Dan moved up through the ranks and took on various mentoring, training and logistics management roles.
Dan believes that every New Zealander deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential and have a share in the Kiwi Dream of homeownership, world class health care and a well-paid job. Dan is passionate about the trades and believes that apprenticeships are vital to business and the economy. Dan is committed to improving pathways for young people to get into apprenticeships and for businesses to take on apprentices.
With the NZDF, Dan has served on several operational tours, including two to Afghanistan. It is these experiences that have helped shape Dan’s views on the importance of equality, social justice and providing opportunities for everyone to get ahead.
Some of Dan’s career highlights include deploying as part of the regional assistance mission to the Solomon Islands in 2008 and providing disaster relief to Christchurch after the 2011 earthquakes. Most recently Dan was involved with the coordination and distribution of essential supplies into Kaikoura immediately after the earthquake.
Christchurch’s very own Dark Lord of the Sith. Available for your Community & Charitable Events, Fundraising & Birthdays
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Available to provide Christchurch with a unique experience at Birthday Parties, Community Events, Promotional Activities, Functions, Corporate Christmas Parties, Client Hosting, Engagements. We are extremely passionate about what we do and will provide you with a professional experience each and every time.
At certain times, I shall be joined by my DARK QUEEN – the one and only Maleficent!!!!!
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We are happy to provide our services FREE to Charitable and Non-Profit organisations for the purposes of Fundraising & associated Events! I have a wealth of costumed talent I can draw upon for your fundraising events!!! Please check with us regarding availability!
Designa Kitchens Christchurch are the creators of stunning kitchen designs, brought to life through highly skilled expertise in joinery, precise workmanship, and a strong commitment to providing the highest standards of craftsmanship to enhance each individual home environment.
Our team at Designa Kitchens enjoys every opportunity to enhance kitchen design and functionality, while we also maintain the flexibility to provide our quality joinery services for other areas of the home including; laundries, walk-in wardrobes, stairs, workshops, bathrooms, offices and more.
No job is too big or small and we certainly rise to the challenge of creating a welcoming, modern kitchen, even within the restrictions of a smaller home. So don’t be limited by what you think you can have, contact us to discuss the range of possibilities available for enhancing multiple areas of your home, from kitchens to bathrooms and everything in between.
For all your Auto Electrical Needs, Batteries, Air Conditioning. Rewiring, Diagnostic Management, GPS and Audio Installation. Our friendly team will help you sort your vehicle in a timely fashion. On site service available.
I am a working artist working in encaustic, acrylic and oil paint. I run classes for adults in Encaustic art. I paint animal portraits in acrylic on commission, including expressionist portraits. I take School Holiday Childrens art fun days most school holidays and host Arty Birthday Parties. I run adult fun art days which are perfect for book groups, plunket or mothers groups etc , from my beautiful lifestyle block in Clarkville, just north of Belfast. I am also a Suzuki piano teacher. Please check out my website
Dentures Plus was established in the late 1990’s and has grown to become one of the most experienced dental labs in the country for manufacturing full and partial dentures, flexible partial dentures, denture repairs, relines and custom made mouth guards.
Today we have four qualified dental technicians on-site plus support staff who contribute a wealth of knowledge. They each bring a specialty skill-set to the table, enabling them to cater to a variety of needs and make each patient’s experience a first-class one.
Dentures aren’t just for the elderly. They are a functional and aesthetic solution for anyone who has lost teeth due to an accident, medical issues or poor oral health. All dentures are personally designed and created to ensure a comfortable and natural fit.
Kelly, Lucy & Narissa can take the grime from your time.
Sparkling cleaning services for both residential & business.
Making life at work & home easier!!
I am a photographer based in North Canterbury and Christchurch.
You will have a sense of my photographic style by browsing through my portfolio. I look to capture the scenes of people and events in their natural settings to tell the beautiful story that unfolds with authenticity and spontaneity of the moment. It is also important for me to listen to your requirements and ideas and will try to collaborate your ideas with mine.
Get in touch with me and we can have a chat about your requirements and how I can help getting your ideas into images.
The doors will slide back, be prepared to be amazed! A real bike workshop in Kaiapoi.
For all your bicycle repairs and maintenance you need to see DOCTOR BIKE. Quality repairs at a reasonable price. At DOCTOR BIKE we prefer not to sell new complete bikes, we prefer to make old bikes go as good, or better than a new bike. We look after all types of bikes:
Here at DTB Distributors we deliver food to local school canteens and businesses. We have some Juicies Freezer’s in selected retailers and will also feature at some local sporting events. We deliver/Freight in the Canterbury region.
We offer a range of healthy pre-packaged meals and frozen products including Juicies, Moosies and the new Juicies tubes, our aim is to deliver healthy and affordable options to school canteens and businesses.
If you are looking at Fundraizing for extra classroom activities like camps & new uniforms get in touch as we have great Fundraizing and Event packages available.
Shared office space in Kaiapoi, North Canterbury – Hot Desks, Dedicated Offices, Meeting rooms.
We have a range of flexible membership plans to suit all budgets, starting from daily hot desks to resident desks or resident offices. One all in price with no additional operating expenses, body corp fees, or lengthy leases.
A qualified carpenter with 10+ years experience. Based in The Pines Beach providing quality services in Christchurch and the greater Canterbury region from Cheviot to Selwyn district. Renovations, Decks, New builds and pre purchase building inspections.
Dental Care Kaiapoi is your latest local dental practice in the North Canterbury region and even willing to look after the community in and around Kaiapoi. We offer comprehensive services in, general, cosmetic and surgical dentistry for the entire family at very affordable rates. Our practice is equipped with the latest developments that dentistry has to offer, which makes your visit an experience that will leave you feeling confident that you made the right choice in coming to see the dentist.
We are committed to giving our patients the best possible experience with our state-of-the-art approach and equipment. Whether it is a check-up, a crown or an emergency visit, we always ensure that you are comfortable and at ease in the dental chair.
Our patients are as young as 5 years of age. All children 13 up to 18 are free, as they come under a special Dental Benefits scheme by the Canterbury District Health Board. Anxious, apprehensive and procrastinator patients are always welcome to see our team.
We want to keep your mouth as healthy as possible and help you lower your future dental costs by implementing a maintenance program to reduce your risk of tooth decay and gum disease. With our care and skill we can help you keep your mouth healthy and give you the smile you deserve.
Division Architectural Engineering and Joinery Ltd is a family run business operating throughout New Zealand with over 25 years of engineering experience to offer.
Our well equipped workshop is designed to cover every stage of fabrication and finishing required whether it’s seismic upgrades or bespoke, unique and one off design’s that we pride ourselves on.
Our design experts are on hand to go that extra mile to help tailor a product that is right for you whilst exercising passion, purpose and pride throughout the whole process from start to finish.
“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.
