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08/10/2025

Perched high above Palm Beach on Waiheke Island, this spectacular Grand Designs NZ home became the defining project that launched craftedbuildingco. Built by Alex Toye and Bec Callaghan, the multi-level masterpiece features a soaring timber lattice ceiling, sprawling decks, and breathtaking views over the bay.

Despite immense engineering challenges on the steep site, Alex and his team delivered a home that perfectly embodies their values of honesty, integrity, and craftsmanship built to last. For Crafted Building Co, this landmark build was not just a showcase of skill and perseverance but the start of an exciting journey on Waiheke Island.

Read more about their journey here: https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-north-october-25/121/

Quality Masonry Ltd DPRDStudio architecture Louvretec Opening Roofs & Sun Louvres PlaceMakers - Waiheke

07/10/2025

Led by Mike and Debbie Glasson, Waikato-based Lawn & Turf Contracting Limited offers complete lawn care solutions, from earthworks and hydroseeding to artificial turf and irrigation. Based in Ōhaupō, the team services residential, commercial, and civil projects across the region.

With Mike’s international greenkeeping background and a skilled local crew, Lawn & Turf Contracting delivers beautifully maintained surfaces that stand out year-round, where passion meets precision in every project.

Read more about their story here: https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-north-october-25/82/

Topsoil and Sand Supplies - 2011 Ltd

06/10/2025

Growth is flowing strong at Comins Plumbing & Gas! Based near Cambridge, the team has grown from founder Joe Comins working solo in 2003 to a skilled crew of 22, tackling projects across Waikato and even further afield.

From hotels to high-end homes, their mix of commercial, residential, and maintenance work has kept them thriving. With more staff joining, Stuart Peden says the future is looking bright for quality plumbing, gas, and drainage services.

Read more about their story here: https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-north-october-25/75/

FV Design + Build Plumbing World NZ (Frankton, Hamilton)

05/10/2025

Family-owned and operated for over 25 years, Mike Stent Decorators Ltd has built a reputation across Waikato for quality workmanship and genuine care. From group housing projects to private renovations and repaints, the Hamilton-based team takes pride in every project, big or small.

Led by Matt Stent, the company combines award-winning expertise with strong family values. With a skilled team and a commitment to giving back, they continue to create homes the community can be proud of.

Read more about their story and projects here: https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-north-october-25/81/

SMT Building NZ Ltd Dulux

04/10/2025

Matamata-Piako District Council is leading an upgrade of Matamata’s Wastewater Treatment Plant to meet stricter environmental standards and support the district’s growing population. The major works include new membranes, inlet works, and modern treatment systems that will replace the current plant, which has been running at full capacity.

Mayor Adrienne Wilcock says this essential project is the first of four upgrades across the district, with Matamata prioritised due to high demand. Scheduled for completion in December 2027, the upgrade will secure safe, sustainable wastewater services and help support new housing and commercial developments for years to come.

Read more about how this vital upgrade will support growth and protect our environment: https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-north-october-25/38/

Electrical & Automation Solutions Ltd ILine Construction Spartan Construction Limited Tasman Tanks

03/10/2025

Western Bay of Plenty District Council is delivering significant upgrades at the Athenree and Wharawhara Water Treatment Plants to meet the higher national drinking water standards set by Taumata Arowai. The improvements include new UV treatment systems, modern buildings, and advanced automation to ensure safe, reliable drinking water for the community.

The Council has also completed fluoridating drinking water at both Athenree and Wharawhara. A strong step forward for healthier, safer water!

Read more in our October issue here: https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-north-october-25/40/

Apex Water

02/10/2025

Trevelyan's Pack and Cool Ltd is the largest single-site kiwifruit and avocado operation in New Zealand, packing around 20 million trays of kiwifruit and one million trays of avocados each year. With four export packhouses, 43 cool stores, and a dedicated orchard management team, the Te Puke-based business has been supporting growers since 1971.

Their seasonal contracts give orchard owners flexibility, while expert technical support and innovative systems help maximise returns. With over 1600 staff during peak season, including valued RSE workers, Trevelyan’s continues to deliver world-class fruit to markets across the globe.

Read more in our October issue here: https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-north-october-25/42/

EMAC Electrical Technicool Refrigeration Air Conditioning OJI Fibre Solutions

01/10/2025

Nine years ago, Dean and Sharnn Lehmann founded Lehmann Building Limited, balancing busy rural and residential projects with family life. Their own forever home, built on four generations of family land in Morrinsville, recently won Gold at the Master Builders House of the Year Awards and ranked among the Top 100 homes nationwide.

With a passionate team, Lehmann Building Limited takes the same care on every project, crafting homes, shaping memories, and turning dreams into reality.

Read more here: https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-north-october-25/113/

NJ Plastering Services LTD Elite Pools

30/09/2025

Hamilton electrician Brad Martin has built Leading Edge Electrical into a trusted Waikato business since starting out in 2008. With a strong team of 10, Brad takes pride in mentoring apprentices through Wintec and creating a workplace where skills and confidence grow.

From SmartVent systems and solar installs to projects like the new St John centre in Waihi, Tainui’s Hopuhopu development, and Hamilton’s historic Meteor Theatre, the team delivers variety, quality, and community impact.

Read more in our October issue here: https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-north-october-25/78/

Groundplan Legrand New Zealand

29/09/2025

At Treetown Kitchens in Cambridge, every project is treated as completely bespoke, whether it’s a renovation or a new build. With over 30 years of joinery experience behind the team, they specialise in crafting unique kitchens and whole-home cabinetry that combine design flair with functionality.

Operations manager Hayley Hohneck says around 70% of their work is renovations, helping families modernise and reimagine their living spaces. The result? Kitchens that truly become the heart of the home.

Read more about their story here: https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-north-october-25/97/

Hamilton Laminates

28/09/2025

House of Nautica has been shaping beautiful, efficient homes for decades. Specialising in masonry builds, their team combines durability, sustainability, and striking design to create homes that truly last. With smart solutions for even the trickiest sites, they deliver both cost-efficiency and elegance.

Offering free consultations, fixed-price builds, and a full-service approach from design to handover, their experienced team makes building a dream home simple, seamless, and stress-free.

Read more here: https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-north-october-25/108/

Asphalt Shingle Roofing Supplies Ltd, Kitchen Link, Triton Bricklaying Services, Taylormade Wardrobes

27/09/2025

The Ōmokoroa Country Club is redefining retirement living with a $270m luxury village on the stunning Ōmokoroa Peninsula. Featuring standalone villas designed by Warren and Mahoney, the development offers privacy, space, and high-end finishes, from designer kitchens to Canadian cedar cladding.

An innovative wellness centre with alpine saunas, pools, spa facilities, and more is underway, alongside plans for a clubhouse, arts spaces, cinema, and dementia care facilities.

Read more in our October issue here: https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-north-october-25/20/

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