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Otago Daily Times
3 days ago
- Business
- Otago Daily Times
Oamaru businesses get makeover
Three Oamaru businesses have had a makeover as part of a city-centre revitalisation project. Thames St businesses Soul, Surf & Skate, Spark and Morcomm Systems Ltd have had the top level of their two-storey building facades painted. The makeover is part of the Central Oamaru Masterplan, the fourth in five community-led projects aimed at revitalising the town centre. Waitaki District Council community and economic development manager Mel Jones said the project was about protecting the heritage of the buildings and to generate more foot traffic. "Each building has undergone careful restoration and received a fresh coat of paint, adding colour and energy to the street while remaining true to its historic roots. "It is about how can we get more interest and more people into the CBD," she said. Mrs Jones said the facade improvement project was due to the efforts of many business owners and the council team that included Virginia Barlow (VBA Ltd), Kristina Lowe (McBrimar), Laura Byars (National Group), and council officers David Campbell and Chloe Searle. "The collaborative project with building owners was developed on the go and was about how do we build trust and move forward together," Mrs Jones said. She said in the "tough economic climate" it made sense to work collaboratively with business owners to make the budget go further and to encourage co-operation. "It's great they can all work together with different ideals, but it all blends together." Funding for the project has come from a combination of contributions by building owners, $15,000 from the Waitaki Heritage Fund, and the government's Better Off Funding. The next phase of the Facade Improvement community-led project is the repair and restoration of the building verandas and the installation of new signs. The final cost of the project will be known upon completion, Mrs Jones said. Painter Peter Keogh has been working with the business owners to help paint and restore the facades, she said. The MorComm Systems Ltd building was originally designed in 1879 by architect Thomas Forrester as a store for bookseller James Cagney. MorComm building co-owner Shirley Morris said they had "wanted to restore their building for some time but there had always been other priorities". "Working with the project team has been great. we were able to bounce ideas off each other and collaborate on things like shared scaffolding, which made the work easier and more cost-effective for everyone," Mrs Morris said. The online community reaction to the project has been divided, with some questioning whether the government Better Off funding could have been better spent on more vital services such as water, while other Oamaru residents were more positive about the upgrade. "These buildings look stunning, well done to the business owners," one person posted. Another said "the paint job is world class". Mrs Jones hoped the project would inspire other heritage building owners to consider facade renovations. Three other projects have been completed to date as part of the CBD revitalisation initiative, the Underland Artscape Trail Moa murals at Oamaru Creek; the lower Thames St streetscape pilot and a Heritage Building forum.
Otago Daily Times
3 days ago
- Business
- Otago Daily Times
Facades restored as Oamaru businesses get makeover
Three Oamaru businesses have had a makeover as part of a city-centre revitalisation project. Thames St businesses Soul, Surf & Skate, Spark and Morcomm Systems Ltd have had the top level of their two-storey building facades painted. The makeover is part of the Central Oamaru Masterplan, the fourth in five community-led projects aimed at revitalising the town centre. Waitaki District Council community and economic development manager Mel Jones said the project was about protecting the heritage of the buildings and to generate more foot traffic. "Each building has undergone careful restoration and received a fresh coat of paint, adding colour and energy to the street while remaining true to its historic roots. "It is about how can we get more interest and more people into the CBD," she said. Mrs Jones said the facade improvement project was due to the efforts of many business owners and the council team that included Virginia Barlow (VBA Ltd), Kristina Lowe (McBrimar), Laura Byars (National Group), and council officers David Campbell and Chloe Searle. "The collaborative project with building owners was developed on the go and was about how do we build trust and move forward together," Mrs Jones said. She said in the "tough economic climate" it made sense to work collaboratively with business owners to make the budget go further and to encourage co-operation. "It's great they can all work together with different ideals, but it all blends together." Funding for the project has come from a combination of contributions by building owners, $15,000 from the Waitaki Heritage Fund, and the government's Better Off Funding. The next phase of the Facade Improvement community-led project is the repair and restoration of the building verandas and the installation of new signs. The final cost of the project will be known upon completion, Mrs Jones said. Painter Peter Keogh has been working with the business owners to help paint and restore the facades, she said. The MorComm Systems Ltd building was originally designed in 1879 by architect Thomas Forrester as a store for bookseller James Cagney. MorComm building co-owner Shirley Morris said they had "wanted to restore their building for some time but there had always been other priorities". "Working with the project team has been great. we were able to bounce ideas off each other and collaborate on things like shared scaffolding, which made the work easier and more cost-effective for everyone," Mrs Morris said. The online community reaction to the project has been divided, with some questioning whether the government Better Off funding could have been better spent on more vital services such as water, while other Oamaru residents were more positive about the upgrade. "These buildings look stunning, well done to the business owners," one person posted. Another said "the paint job is world class". Mrs Jones hoped the project would inspire other heritage building owners to consider facade renovations. Three other projects have been completed to date as part of the CBD revitalisation initiative, the Underland Artscape Trail Moa murals at Oamaru Creek; the lower Thames St streetscape pilot and a Heritage Building forum.
TTG
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- TTG
Gary Barlow discovers how Melbourne is a ‘bit different'
The Take That lead singer going Down Under for the second series of his Food and Wine Tour and in the second episode Melbourne, Victoria takes centre stage. From racing tractors through stunning vineyards to ocean aged bottles of wine stored in underwater wine cellars, the singer experiences the very best of this compact state. Barlow's Victorian adventure starts in Melbourne, a sports-mad city known for its unbeatable music, art, unmistakable sporting landmarks and coffee culture. Long term friend Minogue welcomes Barlow to her hometown, where they meet at the famous ACDC Laneway and learn how to make the perfect cup of coffee. They then head to the Mornington Peninsula to sample food and wine at one of Australia's leading cool climate wineries with the quirky name – Ten Minutes by Tractor. After this, the pair are put through their paces by Aussie cricket legend, Mel Jones, in the famous Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) before Barlow travels to the mussel-bound waters of Port Phillip Bay to enjoy a taste of the seaside. Reflecting on his seafood adventure, Barlow said, 'I think what we've had here this afternoon, the mussels and the wine, is not just a taste of the ocean, not just a taste of Victoria, but also, what could be, my defining taste of Australia.' If you're inspired by Barlow's adventures, you can experience all the activities listed below for yourself. Tune in to ITV on 9 May 2025 to catch the episode. It will also be available on demand 24 hours after airing.
TTG
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- TTG
Gary Barlow discovers how Melbourne is ‘every bit different'
The Take That lead singer going Down Under for the second series of his Food and Wine Tour and in the second episode Melbourne, Victoria takes centre stage. From racing tractors through stunning vineyards to ocean aged bottles of wine stored in underwater wine cellars, the singer experiences the very best of this compact state. Barlow's Victorian adventure starts in Melbourne, a sports-mad city known for its unbeatable music, art, unmistakable sporting landmarks and coffee culture. Long term friend Minogue welcomes Barlow to her hometown, where they meet at the famous ACDC Laneway and learn how to make the perfect cup of coffee. They then head to the Mornington Peninsula to sample food and wine at one of Australia's leading cool climate wineries with the quirky name – Ten Minutes by Tractor. After this, the pair are put through their paces by Aussie cricket legend, Mel Jones, in the famous Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) before Barlow travels to the mussel-bound waters of Port Phillip Bay to enjoy a taste of the seaside. Reflecting on his seafood adventure, Barlow said, 'I think what we've had here this afternoon, the mussels and the wine, is not just a taste of the ocean, not just a taste of Victoria, but also, what could be, my defining taste of Australia.' If you're inspired by Barlow's adventures, you can experience all the activities listed below for yourself. Tune in to ITV on 9 May 2025 to catch the episode. It will also be available on demand 24 hours after airing.
Int'l Cricket Council
18-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Int'l Cricket Council
Star-studded commentary panel announced for ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025
The Champions Trophy all set to be played between 19 February to 9 March in Pakistan and the UAE will come to life on ICC TV, which will provide an unparalleled viewing experience with comprehensive live coverage of every match. A fully integrated world feed service will be available, ensuring that fans don't miss a moment of the action. Some of the top names in cricket broadcasting will lead ICC TV's coverage, including icons like Nasser Hussain, Ian Smith and Ian Bishop. Along with them will be ICC World Cup winners of the past, including Ravi Shastri, Aaron Finch, Matthew Hayden, Ramiz Raja, Mel Jones, Wasim Akram and Sunil Gavaskar, who will share their insights on what it takes to succeed on the biggest stage. Some of the most recognisable voices in world cricket, including Harsha Bhogle, Michael Atherton, Mpumelelo Mbangwa, Kass Naidoo and Simon Doull, are set to provide depth and perspectives in the commentary box. Commentators in a never-seen-before avatar | Champions Trophy 2025 Completing this stellar lineup will be former internationals Dale Steyn, Bazid Khan, Dinesh Karthik, Katey Martin, Shaun Pollock, Athar Ali Khan and Ian Ward, who will provide expert analysis and insights throughout the tournament. Before he became the voice to several of our best cricket memories, Ian Bishop was a fantastic bowler who took 279 wickets with his pace and accuracy. Celebrating a special person! West Indies great Ian Bishop, whose voice has called several thrilling moments of the game, said he's looking forward to the event. 'The Champions Trophy has always delivered some of the most thrilling encounters in cricket,' Bishop added. 'And I have no doubt that this edition will be no different. With world-class teams and so much at stake, we're in for a treat!' Australian commentator Mel Jones believes that every moment of the Champions Trophy will be full of excitement for the players and fans alike. 'The Champions Trophy demands excellence—there are no easy games, and every performance counts. That's what makes it so exciting, not just for the players but for the fans who live every moment with their teams,' Jones said. The extensive coverage will include a pre-match show, an innings interval analysis, and a post-match wrap-up. Each match will be captured with a minimum of 36 cameras, with a host of analytical tools and visual enhancements to elevate the broadcast for the viewers. The Decision Review System (DRS) will be in place for all the games in the tournament, with Hawk-Eye's Smart Replay system enabling synchronized multi-angle replays for precise and efficient decision-making by the match officials. They will also provide Piero graphics for a deeper analysis of the game. India's memorable triumph | Sobha Realty Greatest Moments | Champions Trophy 2013 To further enrich the viewing experience, the Quidich Innovation Labs will deliver Field 360°, a virtual field model that illustrates fielding positions and strategies in real-time. Their drone camera will offer breathtaking aerial views of venues and surrounding landscapes, while the roving buggy cam will deliver immersive ground-level visuals. The signature Spidercams will further enhance the broadcast with its aerial coverage, offering dynamic perspectives of the action. The ICC TV will further collaborate with JioStar in an effort to engage mobile-first audiences and produce a dedicated vertical feed, optimizing the viewing experience for smartphones. West Indies crowned champions | Sobha Realty Greatest Moments | Champions Trophy 2004 Beyond the live match coverage, ICC TV will also produce a host of non-live content, distributed through the ICC content delivery service. This will include daily player profiles, team features, match previews, venue spotlights, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content, offering fans an all-access pass to the stories unfolding both on and off the field. ICC Champions Trophy, 2025 News Men's News
