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TAHILA MANAGEMENT & FINANCIAL SERVICES
Principal Consultants
COLO-I-SUVA, FIJI ISLANDS
Specialising in real estate property development in the Fiji Islands, TMFS forms part of the Tahila Group that comprises business divisions and associated companies working throughout the Pacific region across a diverse range of business activities and platforms, primarily in the property development, audio visual and communications sectors. Tahila Management and Financial Services offer consulting services primarily to individuals, small businesses, institutions, government, and financial intermediaries.
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TMFS strives to provide its clients with ‘what they can’t get elsewhere’ and their services and philosophy is based on the delivery of value-added advice that they are prepared to stand by. With a focus on growth and diversification, and the provision of ‘on-tap’ solutions, TMFS provides research and development strategies that are backed with the necessary implementation to create unparalleled impact for clients. Services include contract negotiation, with first position risk-taking through negotiation of a fee base structure verses project equity, executive project management, issues management and investment structuring and raising. The Tahila Group has a number of affiliated companies and associated enterprises and networks in Australia, New Zealand and the USA, positioned to provide expertise and services to projects or tasks undertaken by the Group. The Group advocates a ‘culture of excellence’ and ‘best practice’ philosophy in all its endeavours.
MAX PRITCHARD ARCHITECT
Architecture Firm
ADELAIDE, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
The work of Max Pritchard speaks eloquently of its unassuming creator: deft, grounded and genuine. It is appropriate in a time when the profession is going through a period of self-examination of its role and relevance in South Australia that we recognise a person who has quietly built a reputation and following as an architect of people and place, unaffected by the transient trends and fashions swirling around him.
Max Pritchard's work has been consistently recognised by his peers, having received many RAIA Merit and Commendation awards, and by interstate and overseas architecture critics and commentators.
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The essence of his work is that it is as much about the pursuit of good outcomes as the pursuit of good architecture. His houses can be the best examples of architectural excellence as well as affordable solutions for clients simply seeking more than the mainstream offerings of the housing industry. His approach embodies an empathy and humility which in the eyes of the wider community is seen as lacking in our profession.
LAB ARCHITECTURE STUDIO
Architecture Firm
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA
Lab architecture studio has consistently proposed in the course of its short existence a re-invigorated and expanded exploration of the effects of new organisational and ordering strategies through architectural form - a Laboratory of architectural speculation. these strategies and the numerous competitions and projects developed by Lab have provided important new examples of built form, effective in accommodating new institutional and commercial activities.
it is our belief as architects that the social dimension of space lies in its ability to be materialised and conceptualised by means of new and evermore speculative spatial orderings.
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Lab architecture studio operates a critical design approach which recognises the inherent complexity in building and construction and which harnesses this complexity to produce projects that are robust and adaptable. it is a practice where design and tactical decisions operate in relationship to the numerous constraints and unforeseen developments of any project, whether large or small. the ability to not only accept change and alteration, but to use these critical events in a productive and reinvigorating manner is central to any progressive architectural practice.
the organisational investigations and their formal and architectonic manifestations in the work of Lab are suggestive of the radical understanding which promotes new, dynamic activities by means of equally dynamic and adaptive designs. whether at the scale of a single building, a large multi-faceted development or an urban scheme, it is clear that demands for previously unforeseen mixtures and assemblages of live/work, multi-use zoning, hybrid facilities, cultural and social events, and concentrated amenities will only increase, particularly in the context of a re-energised urbanity. environmental issues of material or energy sustainability, are no longer restricted to architectural expression in cliche images and forms, but as real concerns integrated as part of the new possibilities. the architecture of Lab is directed to these transformations.
Lab continues a partnership of collaborative association with a number of other practices; structural engineers, environmental engineers, media and graphic consultants, as well as artists. the work of the studio has addressed the need to maintain overall coherence of any project (building, master plan, infrastructure) whilst recognising and accommodating the important differences of the many constituent elements of that project. this approach is not about imposing a single vision upon the specific project brief and prevailing conditions, but rather of engaging in the emergence of a particular and appropriate proposal through a collaborative design and consultative process.
Lab's competitions and current projects are recognised for, and characterised by, their distinctive use of contemporary geometries and patterning, integrated with industrialised fabrication and construction techniques to achieve unique, constructible solutions. of particular importance has been the investigation of non-repeating systems of surface design, which are able to be fabricated as part of a mechanised, systems-based production process, while giving vibrancy and life to surfaces and facades. the federation square project facades are evidence of a design and structural development which achieves a great deal of variation and adjustment in both visual and environmental terms while using an economical fabrication process aided by new technologies.
Lab architecture studio operates a non-corporate architectural practice, engaged in teaching, pedagogic initiatives, exhibitions, publications, as well as the formulation of original, challenging contemporary building projects. importantly, it is our task as architects to provide the spatial imagination necessary for constructing a new sensibility, as well as for designing innovative and viable buildings.
SINCLAIR KNIGHT MERZ
Consulting Engineers
SUVA, FIJI ISLANDS
Sinclair Knight Merz Group is a leading global project delivery organisation working with public and private sector clients across several chosen market areas. Services include engineering, scientific studies, planning, economics, logistics, architecture, geotechnical engineering, project management and spatial information. With a proud history, SKM is an organisation with shared values and an open culture. We have a commitment to service & quality , with high standards of safety and business ethics, along with a leading edge approach to delivering a sustainable future.
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The Sinclair Knight Merz promise to clients and stakeholders is: achieve outstanding client success. We see our clients as leaders of outstandingly successful teams that deliver, and our primary goal is to ensure they do. Without our clients’ success, we could not succeed ourselves Sinclair Knight Merz is involved in a number of award winning and high profile projects, including the Dampier Port Upgrade for Rio Tinto in Western Australia, the engineering design of the New Anfield for Liverpool FC, major road and rail projects in Australia and New Zealand, a geothermal power development in Kenya and tackling salinity problems in Australia’s Murray-Darling Basin
G. H. WHITESIDE &CO.
Chartered Accountants
SUVA, FIJI ISLANDS
G.H. Whiteside & Co. are business specialist offering business advisory services, taxation advice, auditing and consultation to a cross-section of industries that include agriculture, manufacturing, processing, fishing, construction, transportation and tourism.
KPMG
Financial, Taxation, and Advisory
SUVA, FIJI ISLANDS
KPMG is a global network of professional services firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. We have over 123,000 outstanding professionals working together to deliver value in over 140 countries worldwide.
BSP CAPITAL LIMITED
Initial Public Offering (“IPO”) Consulting Adviser
SUVA, FIJI ISLANDS
BSP Capital provides world class advice and investment solutions for individual and corporate investors across Papua New Guinea.
Offering stock broking, financial planning, portfolio management, and corporate finance, our range of quality services has evolved in line with the changing needs of investors in PNG.
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Each of our clients has a unique financial goal. It is our job to offer tailored financial advice, explain the risk to return ratio attributed to any kind of investing, and help our clients build a diverse and balanced investment portfolio that will meet their needs for the future. Buying and selling shares is just a small part of the process.
Our strong international ties allow local investors to access foreign markets including stock exchanges in Australia, New Zealand, USA and the UK and keep track of crucial developments and opportunities as they present themselves so as to create profit on behalf of our investors.
BSP Capital offers managed funds through local and international banks, plus access to 'at-call' Cash Management Accounts that provide a safe and convenient way of investing cash.
For corporate clients, BSP Capital provides advice and services relating to capital raising and initial public offerings (IPO's).
Primarily, our goal is to research the most effective investment options, offer the findings in an appropriate manner and manage those investments to help our clients meet their financial goals.
SHERANI & CO.
Solicitors, Notaries
SUVA, FIJI ISLANDS
Sherani & Co is now one of Fiji's leading law firms with a proud history of more than 50 years of providing legal services in Fiji, not only to the local clients but also to a world wide clientele.
At Sherani & Co they recognize that their success both now and in the future depends upon their ability to meet the needs of their clients in an efficient, professional and cost-effective manner. Throughout their history they have given priority to meeting the needs of their clients, whether local or international by providing a full range of legal services.
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To provide this service, stability and provision of efficient, reliable, and prompt service at a reasonable price has been essential. The long-term support of many clients has been a major factor in the history of their firm and they are honored by their clients' support and loyalty. They continue to emphasize the key areas of professional standards, client services and technological innovation with a clear focus on areas of law relevant to the modern business world.
BAYLEYS REALTY GROUP LTD
Valuers
NADI, FIJI ISLANDS
AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND
Bayleys began in 1973 as a three-person real estate company founded by the late Graham and Pam Bayley and their son, and current executive chairman, John Bayley.
From those small beginnings, Bayleys has grown into one of New Zealand’s largest property services companies with a staff of over 1200 at close to 60 offices throughout New Zealand and in Fiji. In its last financial year, Bayleys negotiated 6891 unconditional property transactions across all market sectors, with a total gross value in excess of NZ $6 billion.
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Bayleys focused at first on commercial and industrial property. Over the years, as the company has expanded nationally into every aspect of property, three generations of the Bayley family have been part of its large and dedicated nationwide team. John and David Bayley (pictured) – the company’s two principals – are proud that the firm family values that fuelled Bayleys’ initial success still anchor the overall team approach of the nationwide Bayleys network.
It is that approach that enables us to direct clients to optimum investment opportunities and to help property owners add maximum value to their assets.
Bayleys has invested substantially in growing and supporting a national network of offices with a wide range of corporate resources. These include IT, Internet and customer database specialists, a substantial Research division, a comprehensive staff training programme run through the Bayleys Property College, New Zealand’s largest real estate marketing division, media relations specialists and top auctioneers.
One of Bayleys’ recognized key points of difference is outstanding marketing publications which provide vendors with very cost effective and targeted promotion of their properties both nationally and internationally.
Internationally, Bayleys is a member of the Cushman & Wakefield and Christie’s Great Estates global property alliances. In addition, we have our own display office in London (with the support of Cushman & Wakefield) and undertake regular marketing trips, exhibitions and seminars in different parts of the world.
For over 30 years, John and David Bayley – driven by a determination to be the best – have applied the same set of rigorous business principles to all areas of Bayleys’ operations. Never be satisfied with where you are. Constantly search for improvements which will enable a high standard of client service to be maintained in a competitive market. Do things differently and better, so more value can be added to clients’ real estate assets. Don’t join someone else’s queue – start your own. Be a market leader – not a market follower.
We also know that having the best people is our most important point of difference. The energy, enthusiasm and skills of our people are directed towards building and maximising the value of our clients’ real estate assets.
NATURE (FIJI) CONSULTANTS
Environmental and Geotechnical Engineering Consultants
SAMABULA, SUVA, FIJI ISLANDS
Specialising in Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Impact Assessment, Climate Change & Sea Level Rise, Maritime Boundaries & Continental Shelf Delimitation, Coastal Environments, and Hydrology.
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The Principal Mr. Viliame Lutu Baleivanualala is highly qualified and experienced, and well respected, in his fields of specialization, as evidenced by –
1. Education: Bachelor of Applied Science with Distinction (Engineering Geology) University of Hawaii (1990); Aust & MIM Ltd Prize for top achievement in geological mapping QUT, Brisbane (1990); Certificate in Law of the Sea SOC, England (2002); Certificate in Climate Change & Sea Level Rise (1996); Certificate in. Earth Science & Maritime Geology USP, Fiji & VUW, New Zealand (1984).
2. Work Experience:
2007
Principal, Nature (Fiji) Consultants Limited
Executive Development Properties Environmental and Geotechnical Consultant
Coordinator, Pacific Islands Partnership Limited’s Fiji Projects
Wailoaloa Bay Coastal Environment study
Dolphin Island Coastal Environment Study
Legalega Sub-Division CEMP
Turtle Island Resort Coastal Study
Maui Bay Coastal Study
Wailagilala EIA Study
2005
Coordinator of the Fiji Continental Shelf Project (Law of the Sea) Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, until January, 2007
Coordinator of the Fiji’s European Union (EU) Project (Water & Sanitation; Natural Disaster and Aggregates) until January, 2007
2003
Member Mercer Resources Fiji Public Service Job Evaluation Team
2001
Advisor to the Director of Environment on physical environmental issues, and member of the EIA Review Committee until January, 2007
Advisor to Director, Town and Country Planning, on built environment (geotechnical) issues
Advisor to Director of Lands on Development leases issues, Advisor to Director of Fisheries on marine habitat issues
Member Fiji Mining Tenement Committee, until January 2007
2000
Chairman; OHS Committee; Mineral Resources Department until 2002
1995
Senior Mapping Geologist
1992
Mapping Geologist
