Issue 114 | September/October 2012

No mean feat Paralympian Sophie Pascoes story of iron fisted willpower

Mapping out our future The ins and outs of the CBD blueprint

Zero tolerance When it comes to climate change keep calm and carry on just doesnt cut it

Is the boom back? Not quite, but Olly Newland sees promise in the property market

Staring down the barrelGetting ready for a crude awakening

Small steps Little things that make a big difference

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Director Gregor Ferguson, LSDCs Construction Manager, has almost 35 years experience in the building industry, while fellow director Simon Scarlett, who is the companys Project Manager, has 12 years in the field with an extensive background in architectural design.

The pair was heavily involved in the design, development and construction of Sol Square and Hotel So in Christchurch as well as working on the development of the Living Space Accommodation brand.

The earthquakes provided us with the impetus to form our own company, one that is committed not only to the rebuild of Christchurch but one which can provide the people of Christchurch with quality construction and project management for years to come, Ferguson says.

An example of their commitment to the city was their decision on where to base their head office. Ferguson and Scarlett decided to buy a category 4 listed heritage building in Burnside which was slated for demolition and are in the process of restoring the former residential property.

LSDC was named as a Fletcher Accredited contractor very early on in the earthquake rebuild and is now closing in on completing its 800th EQC related contract. While residential rebuilds are a significant part of the companys work load it is by no means the only avenue of work for the company.

With experience in jobs from small house alterations, new builds, EQC repairs and hospitality fit-outs through to multi-million dollar commercial projects we are able to be involved at any stage of a building venture from project management, construction through to painting and decorating, Scarlett says.

We set up our own painting and decorating division because we didnt want to be in the hands of sub-contractors in terms of the timing of finishing a job and because we wanted to be able to sign off a contract knowing we have been involved from start to finish and know the job has been done right.

LSDC prides itself in being involved every step of the way in a new or rebuild project, from initial consultation with the clients right through to signing off on all aspects of the project.

While starting with just the two of them, Ferguson and Scarlett now employ over 20 staff and the pair behind LSDC construction see their staff as one of the keys to the companys success.

When we came to pick our staff it wasnt just about whether they could hold a hammer or a paint brush, it was also about how they would relate to our customers and whether they would fit in well with the rest of the team, Ferguson says.

While LSDC 2011 Ltd as a company was formed following the February earthquake, its directors have for decades called Christchurch home. Their commitment to the city extends beyond the current rebuild.

COMMITTED TO CHRISTCHURCH

As a team we need to be sympathetic to our clients needs during a very difficult and often traumatic time in this citys history.

On the commercial side of their construction business, Ferguson and Scarlett have been involved in the rebuild and fit out of a number of hospitality venues around the city including the Carlton Country Club and music venue Dux Live and is currently working on the new Dux Dine restaurant in Riccarton.

The company has also been heavily involved with CPITs Faculty of Creative Industries and F3 Design companys innovative Artbox Project by building the prototype for the modular design project.

The adaptable modules can be stacked, oriented and arranged in various practical configurations to build a functional space for use by artists. Although designed for temporary use, the modules have been engineered to such a high level that they can be used as buildings for years to come.

It is this commitment to the future of Christchurch which helps LSDC 2011 Ltd stand out from the crowd.

Some companies are looking to take advantage of the opportunities presented by the devastation caused by the Christchurch earthquakes and will disappear once the rebuild has been completed, Ferguson says, but we are here for the long haul.

Christchurch is our home and by ensuring our work is of a high quality and finished to the highest standards we give our clients, both residential and commercial, what they deserve.

LSDC can assist you with:

EQC rebuilds and opt-out workBuilding ConsentsBuilding InformationBuilding InspectionsNew HomesDeckingDemolitionDrivewaysFencingFires and home heating solutionsGarages/Sleep-outs/room remodelingInsurance Claims / QuotesPlanning InformationPlumbing Resource Consents

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Commercial:

LSDC Construction provided us with invaluable assistance in creating Dux Live. While I was project manager for the development I had very little experience and Gregor and Simon provided crucial guidance throughout the project, providing sound advice and recommendations on how to speed up the process. They were highly professional in their approach and reacted to plan changes in a positive way, nothing was a problem and they just got on with the job. It would be fair to say the finished product exceeded our expectations and we have had no hesitation in using them again for our next project Dux Dine.

- Ross Herrick, Dux Group Operations Manager

LSDC did a great job helping to set us up after the earthquake, they had a great team of guys and positive can-do attitude to get the job done. I would not hesitate in recommending them to anyone needing construction work done.

- Alex Watson, Carlton Country Club

Residential:

I recently had LSDC complete kitchen renovations to my house here in Christchurch. I would like to thank Gregor and Simon and their team for the great service they provided, nothing was a problem and the workmanship was to a very high standard, thanks again.

- S. Young, Christchurch

I have used LSDC for several earthquake repairs, large and small, and they have been done promptly to a high standard. I have found them to be extremely professional at all times.

- S. Jackson, Mairehau

Dux Live Bar, Addington

EQC emergency repair work

Directors of LSDC 2011 ltd, Simon Scarlett and Gregor Ferguson

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contents In this issueIssue 114 September / October 2012

Anthony PatricksonPeter BlackAoife Dunne

Viewpoints6 Editorial

The Rumsfeld effect

6 Management

Kevin Vincent discusses the need to keep your eyes on the competition

7 Governance

Bob Stewart from Recover Canterbury talks about the changing face of our city

7 Politics

Labour Party leader David Shearer shares his ideas about creating a place where talent wants to live

8 Finance

Authorised financial adviser Alan Clarke offers investment advice about bonds

8 Legalities

Trademark attorney Angela Searle explains the Madrid Protocols influence on international trademarks and what this means for you

9 Online

Website design manager Suzanne Carter tunes into online marketing

9 Productivity

Time management expert Robyn Pearce gives a simple piece of advice about how to deal with todays information overload

10 Technology

Our regular gadget guru Ian Knott reviews Sonys latest smartphone, the Xperia P

10 Events diary

This is where you find out whats on near you

Features11 Is the boom back?

Not quite, but Olly Newland sees promising signs in the real estate market

12 Protecting your patch

Is your business protected against intruders and theft?

12 Heading back to the centre

For Malley & Co Lawyers, returning to Christchurchs CBD is a signal of intent and belief in our citys revival

14 Business tips

What your company can learn from the military and making meetings matter

15 Local moves

Moving an entire furniture manufacturing workshop and showroom, with less than a weeks notice, would have seemed impossible in pre-earthquake Christchurch, but in these new-normal times its par for the course

16 Cover story

Swimming the countrys length three-and-a-half times is a staggering achievement, but for Paralympian Sophie Pascoe its simply what needed done to ready herself for a date with destiny

18 Small steps

Little things that make a big difference

20 Mapping out our future

The ins and outs of the blueprint designed to put the heart back into the Garden Citys CBD

22 Zero tolerance

When it comes to climate change and the environment, the old, stiff-upper-lip approach of keep calm and carry on just doesnt cut it

26 Staring down the barrel

The days of cheap oil are numbered, but the trillion dollar question is when, and what to do then

28 An environmental ultimatum

The Kiwi teenager who challenged the global community to step up and protect the planet

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38 Goods and services

EcoCentrals dating programme for used goods, Digital Imports signals its intent, Ashbys Butchery is a cut above, Havoc Farms hog haven, Mill Orchards pure fruit in a bottle and Hurrell Apparels hi-vis wardrobe

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46 Initiatives

The sooner you start planning your Christmas function the better, how Newstalk ZB had Christchurch covered and Supa Karts new home

48 Property and construction

Quaryscapes porous paving, the building initiatives of Fleetwood Construction and Foothold Developments, First National boosts business with A1Comms, Lighting Plus moves to Moorhouse, boutique homes with Inhaus Developments, Timbercores role with the EPIC centre and the prefab revolution arriving at building sites near you

Be in to winGo in the draw to win the smartest new smart phone, a Sony Xperia P valued at $649 turn to page 10 to find out more

31 Greening the silver screen

Peace activist, poet, playwright and environmental film director Kathleen Gallagher tells it like it is

32 Southern escapes

Hotspots perfectly suited for a quick holiday fix

34 Lifestyles

Bling for your fingers, bags for the hand, a PC packing some punch, an Indonesian paradise and wine, a savvy bottle opener, espresso machines and more

65 Putting the fab in Prefab

The prefab revolution arriving at a building site near you

82 In search of the perfect pinot noir

Mt Difficulty is a boutique winery proudly claiming to be one of the few places in the world outside of Burgundy, France, where the pernickety pinot noir seems to truly flourish

85 The height of luxury

Nestled 30 feet above the ground in the canopy of a native Manuka grove is a distinctive, one-of-a-kind accommodation venture that appeals to both the young and the young at heart

88 Southern delight

What do you get when a Michelin star chef and a revered restaurateur join forces? A restaurant that does dining right

70 Focus

Town and Country Vets high pressure care, time out in Nelson, giving business a lift, the rise and rise of Kalamazoo and healthy options at Shoreline Fitness

77 Hospitality

Tasty temptations at Totally Gluten Free Bakery, Mt Difficulty Wines searches for the perfect pinot noir, Ostler Vineyards' golden harvest, Hapuku Lodge is the height of luxury, Menumates recipe for success, Rata Dining does dinner right, CPR Coffees premium roast and the Pedal Pusher lets the good times roll

94 Export

How Shape Technology is finding international favour

96 Transport and motoring

Total tune-ups at Edgeware Automotive and a new home means George Stocks is a parts nirvana

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