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14 Thursday November 30 2017 Latest Christchurch news at www.star.kiwi ADVERTORIAL The Star Partners in rebuild project – and rebuilding lives Two well-established Christchurch companies are working together on one of the city’s most eagerly anticipated rebuild projects, QEII. Apollo Projects is the lead building contractor, while Aotea Electric is carrying out design build work on the electrical, automation, electrical for mechanical, electrical for pool water services and data communication work, as well as the installation of the MATV, PA, and electric vehicle charging systems. Following completion of the tender process in 2016, construction began at the beginning of this year and completion is expected by mid-2018. Project manager for Aotea Electric, Adam Smithies, says the relationship between the two companies has been “really good, it’s great to be part of such a nostalgic rebuild project. Everyone is focused on getting the job done together,” he says. Apollo Project’s Iain Ansell describes Aotea Electric as a “professional company with an impressive track record”. “With large projects like this, there’s always the potential for issues and conflicts, but with Aotea it’s The new QEII rebuild under construction is progressing well. been smooth sailing. It’s good when companies work together and share the vision.” This isn’t the only project the two companies are partnering on, however. Both have recently become sponsors of the Believe Foundation. The foundation was established to provide lifechanging opportunities and challenges for young people whose lives have taken an unconventional path. Approaching ‘decision points’ in their lives, most of them lack role models to guide them in making critical decisions about their future. The aim of the foundation is to fund the youth to partake in challenging events, and also to provide a network of ‘mentors’ who will train and encourage them in the lead-up to the challenges, and help prepare them for employment at the completion of the challenge. For many of the youngsters, it is likely that having people believe in them will be a rare or new experience. Last year, the Believe Foundation supported the Te Rangatahi Tumanako Trust (The Youth Hope Trust) and the St John of God Hauora Trust, who managed a team of five young people to train for and compete in Artist’s impression the Mototapu mountain bike race. The race was a life-changing experience for the young people, and all of them have continued to embrace the positive life experiences of the Road to Motatapu, and translate these to the challenges of everyday life. Seeking sponsorship for another group of young people to take part in this year’s race, the Believe Foundation’s Tim Howe approached Robbie Venrooy of Aotea Electric. “We thought it was an amazing idea and we wanted to get involved,” Robbie says. “I spoke to my fellow directors and they said yes, they were keen for the company to be sponsors.” Apollo Projects director Craig Waghorn says they were also very happy to sponsor the Believe Foundation for the second year. “It’s part of our company culture to support good causes like this, and we saw this as an outstanding cause. We are also pleased to have the mutual connection and tie-in with Aotea on this.” Whether small or a major project, our registered electricians have successfully completed every type of job from management to completion. • Appliance Repairs • Automation • Electrical WOF’s • Inspections & Checks • Heat Pumps • Test & Tagging Aotea can provide specific communications solutions to suit every application and need. Large corporate networks to workgroup solutions & everything in between. • Data & phonelines • Audio Visual • TV Aerials • Structured Cabling • MATV Systems We have the skills and resources needed to design, supply, install & maintain integrated Access control, Intruder detection, CCTV and Fire alarm systems. • Security Alarms • CCTV • Nurse Call • Smoke Alarms • Nationwide Services Aotea Group 9 Nationwide Coverage 9 Electrical 9 Security 9 Communications 9 24/7 Call Centre Proud supporters of The Believe Foundation Phone 365 9712 Freephone 0800 2 AOTEA 195 Lichfield Street Christchurch www.aoteaelectric.co.nz DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION We specialise in the design and construction of industry-leading sports & aquatic facilities. Our leading-edge service, design, selection, procurement and installation is what sets us apart. QEII Sports & Rec Centre PROUD SUPPORTERS OF THE BELIEVE FOUNDATION WITH OUR QEII SUPPLIER AOTEA ELECTRICAL Talk to us today 03 358 9185 projects@apolloprojects.co.nz www.apolloprojects.co.nz
The Star Latest Christchurch news at www.star.kiwi Thursday November 30 2017 15 Viewpoint Helping settle ‘complex’ quake insurance claims AS A new minister, one of the biggest priorities for me has been getting faster resolution for people still dealing with EQC and insurance issues, nearly seven years after the earthquakes. For many of the people still in this position here in Christchurch, part of the problem is that they have complex or difficult claims. For those stuck in this situation, it feels like they are trapped in limbo. My priority is making sure these people can move on with their lives. Part of that is making sure the right support is available to help them navigate what can be very overwhelming and complex issues. This is where the Residential Advisory Service has been an absolute godsend for people over the last few years. The service helps people navigate their claims and gives people support and a bit of case management to get people through. Since the earthquake, more than 4500 people have had their claims resolved by the RAS. Yet under the previous Government, this service had been due to close in December due to a lack of funding. That’s not something our new Government wants to see. We know how important this service is, and we know that we can’t walk away from people while they are still struggling. When I was in Kaikoura recently for the one-year anniversary, I met with people who were using the service. I heard how much of an important lifeline it was. One woman told me she had been at the absolute end of her rope until she started working with RAS. She talked about how staff there went above and beyond to help her. That’s the approach our Government wants to see continue. That’s why we’ve announced we will be extending the RAS service until at least the middle of next year. With new funding, the service will be able to continue to help the people who need it and ensure people are getting access to justice and a way to get their claims sorted and get on with their lives. •Megan Woods is the Minister of Greater Christchurch Regeneration Seventy years on from the Ballantynes fire, survivors Lois Wheeler and Marion Hooykaas had an uncanny reunion Donna Dawber – Lois Wheeler was my mum’s friend in Richmond RIP Vera Gibson. Angel At Large – My mum was in the Ballantynes fire. She was 19. She saw so many of her friends burn to death. They locked the fire escapes and wouldn’t let the girls in accounting leave their posts. So many unnecessary deaths. Her sister worked in Beaths across the road and watched too. Richard Carrigan – Great read. Mr and Mrs Wheeler were friends of mum and dad growing up. Major bit of Christchurch history as well. Jan Greig – I have the newspaper of that terrible day. SURVIVORS: Lois Wheeler, 92, and Marion Hooykaas, 87, both escaped the Ballantynes fire on November 18, 1947, although they did not meet until years later. PHOTO: MARTIN HUNTER Helen Cox – Such a terrible tragedy but how lovely these ladies have met. Diane Rangi – I was threeyears-old when it happened. We lived in Spreydon. I can remember it still. Robyn Rodgers – I believe my aunty was working as a seamstress in Ballantynes, she was probably their senior back in those days. Judy Bagnall – My mum worked upstairs in Beaths across the road and witnessed the fire. They were evacuated too. Think windows at Beaths were breaking with the heat. •Mayor’s column and more readers’ views, page 16 53 Jaguar XK120 Drop Head 67 Holden Premier HR 186 71 Mercedes 280SE Restored 84 Chev Silverado D/Cab Pick Up Christchurch Online Classic Car Auction Concludes Friday December 1st From 7.00pm Great variety of Classics located at Turners Cars Christchurch. 1 Detroit Place, Addington Phone Ian on 021 339-512 Total of approximately 20 classics included in this auction. For a full line-up of classics with details & photos together with bidding facility see: www.turners.co.nz/classic 69 Sunbeam Imp restored 02 Nissan 200SX Spec R, manual turbo 69 Holden Kingswood 86 auto 74 Mercedes 280E twin cam NZ new 81 Toyota Crown extremely original 01 Holden Commodore SS V8 Ute
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