It all began in the USA in 1954 with a milkshake machine salesman named Ray Kroc. Ray received an order from the McDonald brothers’ hamburger outlet in California. He was fascinated by their operation – the menu was simple and inexpensive but the hamburgers were good; the fries were made in-store; and the shakes were thicker than usual.
So Ray put a proposition to the McDonald’s Brothers. “Let me open new McDonald’s stores and I’ll give you half of one per cent of the gross sales for the use of the name and the idea.”
The McDonald’s brothers accepted and Ray opened his first store in Des Plaines, Illinois. He began to build the business by granting franchises to local entrepreneurs who were committed to the McDonald’s principles.
By 1960 Ray had opened 200 restaurants throughout the USA. In 1961 he bought the McDonald brothers’ share of the business for $3 million and in 1965 the company went public and became the McDonald’s Corporation.
Today, McDonald’s® has more than 30,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries on six continents. Every day, meals are served to more than 50 million people worldwide.
Mobile Accountant and Tax Specialist servicing Christchurch and Canterbury.
Rental and business accounts, income tax and GST returns for sole traders, partnerships, companies and trusts. Contact Jason
McWheels Steel Wheel Specialists has established itself as New Zealands leading supplier of Quality Secondhand Steel Wheelrims.
Since starting business in 1990 we have supplied 1000’s of Wheel rims to Tyre Shops, Auto Dismantlers, Car Dealers, Mechanics, Panelbeaters & the General Public – Everywhere from Kaitaia to the Bluff!
A mix of unique boys and girls clothes, made with stunning and hardwearing fabrics that will make your child look funky and fabulous!
I’m a Mum to two beautiful children who keep me very busy.
I started making kids clothing for friends as presents and had so much positive feedback that I’ve decided to start making them to sell.
I’m just a beginner sewer, and am enjoying the experience of learning so much and being creative, with so many ideas in my head that I’m trying to create.
By choosing Mike Pero Real Estate to market your home you’re making a wise and smart choice – we’re proud to be of service and we’d be delighted to assist.
Company Overview
“About July 2010, I started thinking about real estate and how most Kiwis felt about real estate agent fees. Then it dawned on me – Mike Pero Mortgages has been in the background since 1991 – advising and funding homeowners, independently, into their own homes.
Since 1991 we’ve helped over 80,000 homeowners and arranged loans of more than $8 billion. We thought the natural progression would have to be real estate.
So in December 2010 we asked Colmar Brunton to carry out an independent survey to tell us what Kiwis across our nation were thinking and what they wanted.
As a result of the feedback we just felt compelled to enter the market with an offering that met with the customer expectations.
Clearly the cost to sell real estate had to come down – so while some brands are at 4%+gst (and marketing) we thought we’d cut in at 2.95%+gst (and marketing). And while some deliver a very average service we decided we had to exceed customer expectations.
By choosing Mike Pero Real Estate to market your home you’re making a wise and smart choice – we’re proud to be a home grown New Zealand Company and one that will aim to deliver a higher level of service and even better results.
I’m proud to be the Managing Director and beside me is Shaun Riley as fellow Director. Our shareholders are NZF – a Publicly Listed company here in New Zealand, Liberty Financial Pty Ltd, a large financial organisation in Australia and myself (Mike Pero Marketing Limited).There’s a wealth of experience between us and excellent resources, in all areas. Our sales team are generally business owners and people that live and love real estate.
The Mike Pero Group prides itself on the ability to deliver to the very highest industry standards. We believe we have an absolute openness to all our customers and stakeholders. We want to work with our customers to deliver the perfect outcome in all cases – so if it can be done, it will be done.”
Misco Joinery, Christchurch, specialises in the design and manufacture of kitchens, laundries, wardrobes and study areas throughout Christchurch, North and South Canterbury, and the West Coast of New Zealand… and is soon to move to Kaiapoi
A family-firm with more than 25 years experience we:
Provide a comprehensive package – from design through to installation
Have on-site kitchen designers who will work with you to make your dream kitchen a reality
Create kitchens for new builds
Can renovate, redesign and rebuild your existing kitchen
Can achieve any look you are after for any style of home – from contemporary to classic, and to suit your budget
Can design and install your modern new laundry
Design and install wardrobes to meet your storage needs, making the best use of your interior spaces
Manufacture your kitchen, laundry or wardrobe on site at the Misco factory on Mairehau Road
Have the latest equipment to ensure all joinery is manufactured to the highest standard
Work with top suppliers so you get the highest quality materials and accessories at the best prices
Have an experienced in-house team of installers to install your kitchen
Mitre10 Mega Kaiapoi Fitness Centre is located behind the Kaiapoi Working Men’s club and features a 180m2 gym with over 15 cardio machines and 20 weight trainers. The fitness centre can offer physiotherapy consultation on site and is working to expand its health and well-being services further.
MODE is an international design practice delivering exceptional multidisciplinary outcomes for our partners throughout Australia, New Zealand and Asia.
Our vision is to create real value across a quadruple bottom line of Social, Environmental, Economic and Educative Metrics.
We relate to our clients, their beliefs, their values, their objectives and goals. We seek always to understand their business, their motivations, and their desires.
We value the application of design thinking and processes to broader business, social and community contexts.
We are design leaders, delivering locally international perspectives, which embody the sensibilities of our Partners and users, while being responsive to both environmental, technical and social change and cultural wellbeing and health. We understand the complexity of the modern world and our societies and the need to partner to deliver the exceptional.
We are passionate about design within our community and our business because it plays a vital part in our everyday lives — from the cultural buildings we enjoy visiting, to residential and commercial precincts where we live and work, to the places where our children learn and play, to places which heal, to the vital infrastructure that make our cities function, to the most secure law & order facilities in the world.
Is it time to move, build, renovate or revisit your financial situation?
There is a lot to think about when you look to finance your first home, your next home, a holiday home or an investment property. It is important to seek professional advice from one of our team of mortgage brokers who will guide you.
Knowing all the options before you start helps take the stress away from those major decisions.
It can be harder too when you want to build a new home or renovate your existing home. There are different options, and knowing about the various options and how they work can ensure that you get the best results.
Mortgage Link Advisers are specialist loan brokers who have access to a wide variety of banks and non-bank lenders and can therefore source the loan that suits your specific situation. As well as the standard bank home loans, Mortgage Link can help with low deposit home loans, low doc loans for self-employed, specialist loans for people that have some credit impairment and debt consolidation loans.
Our mortgage advisers are there to help you.
Mortgage Link advisers have specialist knowledge and access to various options so you can be assured that we can tailor the best and most affordable mortgage packages for you. They understand how important these financial decisions are to you and will always go that extra mile for you.
Want to hear more – it costs nothing to ask and you might be pleasantly surprised at the difference that good advice can make.
We are a Christchurch founded moving company that has significantly grown out of a reputation of quality and friendly service. We are the friendly guys of the industry who aim to put your mind at ease while simplifying the transition to your new home or office.
Our beginning is an interesting and unique story; owner/founder Gerard Byron was working hard in the education sector when he purchased a winning Keno ticket that enabled him to purchase his first moving truck and set his dream of running his own business into reality. Through grit and perseverance he has built Movemen from a small home based moving company to one that has been able to complete over 3000 moves.
“ Everyday is something new and exciting for us, I love the team and the customers it’s a great bunch of guys who enjoy the challenges that come with moving and I couldn’t be happier. One of our customers told me that last time he moved it took 27 trips over a week – we are doing it for him in one day – we are making a difference” – Gerard Byron
We continue to grow with an expansive fleet and a solid hardworking team of guys who have been picked for their personality, integrity and strength to efficiently move you.
Crochet and knitting items for family, friends and home, with handmade dolls too. Jo makes some amazing things… Pop and see her facebook page, its well worth viewing her creative talents
At My Eco we help home owners, businesses and schools to save money that would otherwise be wasted on their lighting and possibly heating energy. We do this by offering a no-obligation LED lighting assessment where we visit your property and assess the types of lighting that you currently have and estimate the savings that you could make by changing to My Eco Ltd’s range of long-life high-quality LED bulbs, LED downlights and LED tubes – and our products include LEDs by Ecobulb.
“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.
