A comprehensive assessment of the situation with apprenticeships on the West Coast from both an employer and employee perspective was undertaken. This work included recommendations for strengthening the apprenticeship scheme in the region.
Client: West Coast Development Trust (2007)
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Special Projects
Special Projects
Arnold Valley Hydro Electricity Water Park Demand Analysis
As part of the mitigation package for the proposed Arnold Valley Hydro Electricity Power Scheme, Trustpower looked to develop the concept of a 750m water park containing approximately 400m of white water with signature waves ideal for kayaking, body boarding, swimming and other river recreational uses.
Gurden Consulting Ltd undertook a demand analysis of potential users of...
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Westland District Facilities Review
Gurden Consulting Ltd was commissioned to undertake a review of the entire district's recreation and community facilities. This project was initiated to assist the Westland District Council determine where their Development West Coast Major District Initiative (MDI) funding ($6m) should be invested.
Client: Westland District Council (2007)
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Chatham Islands Broadband Planning
The Chatham Islands are described by many as a Land Apart. The remote location 860 kilometres east of the mainland together with a population of just over 600 people present some unique challenges. One of these is in communications infrastructure.
Gurden Consulting Ltd was commissioned to assist the Island in the quest for funding to improve broadband on the Island. A broa...
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