About Us
Our Story
A family business founded in 1996, as a result of being unable to find a suitable property manager for our families growing portfolio. There was no company with the service level we required.
A small office in Fendalton, with only a few properties, is now one of the largest independent property management companies in Christchurch. Today we occupy offices more than five times the size of our original office, actively manage hundreds of properties right across Christchurch and negotiate over 800 tenancies each year.
As professionals in our industry, we pride ourselves on honesty and integrity. We have to be confident enough in our work and our policies that we can be transparent and keep you accurately updated. We are solely focused on property management with all of our resources aimed at building a residential property management business that we are proud of.
We continually work to provide outstanding customer service and offer inspiration, insights and knowledge to assist you.
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The Team
Hamish Wilson
Managing Director/Business OwnerMeet Hamish: a skilled builder turned people manager, conflict resolver, and property investor. As the former President of CPIA, he’s honed his leadership in an all-female office, fostering great team culture and accountability. With him, success is not just a goal, but a journey filled with laughter and triumph.
Claire Wilson
Business OwnerMeet Claire, the dynamic investor who's now the ninja of behind-the-scenes action. Claire managed the business for nine years before she slipped into stealth mode. Yet, we bring her out for newbies, sprinkling inspiration and keeping our office plants hydrated as the chief waterer.
Sarah Wood
Property AdministratorSarah, with a robust customer service foundation, embodies dedication and initiative. Her warm demeanor and problem-solving prowess make her an indispensable asset. With years of tenure, she's our go-to for administrator training, exuding coolness, calmness, and approachability. Sarah consistently goes above and beyond, ensuring client satisfaction and team cohesion with every interaction.
Tania McLauchlan
Property ManagerIf ever you doubted having a sixth sense was real, then here is living proof – intuition to boot! Tania’s energy for life is very infectious, she has a warm, kind heart, easily putting people at ease. With extensive experience in customer service and administration across insurance, home decorating, and property maintenance, she's a true team player. Tania loves yoga, walking, camping, and is keen to venture overseas.
Cat Belu
Boarding House Property ManagerBorn with the strong Romanian traits of commitment and doing what needs to be done to get the results, Cat has quickly blended into our team & now has a slight Kiwi twang with the odd bit of slang 😉
Gretchen Pirika
Accounts AdministratorGretchen's career journey has been a wild ride through international freight forwarding and managing their own decorating business. Off the clock, she manages a league team and serves as CGO on the Board for Motorcycling New Zealand. Her superpowers? Getting things done, honesty, and trustworthiness. Future plans? Staying healthy, happy, and raising grounded kids. As for teamwork, she's always there to lend a hand and loves sharing stories with her colleagues – even if it means making frequent visits to town!
Brooke Roborgh
Property ManagerMeet Brooke: a retail stalwart turned property management pro. With 12 years of retail under her belt, she leaped fearlessly into the unknown and found her calling. Music aficionado by night, roller derby enthusiast by day, she thrives on adrenaline and the great outdoors. A master of turning grumpy faces into smiles and a self-proclaimed over-organiser, she's on a mission for self-betterment and global exploration.
Lisa Downey
Property AdministratorHistory suggests Lisa must enjoy living life a little bit on the edge with some of the extreme experiences she has had, in her opinion, if it scares you – you should do it! Lisa continues to aim high for her customers with one her fav business awards being “Consistently Consistent”.
Karen Edwards
Team LeaderMeet Karen, the globetrotting entrepreneur turned property enthusiast. From lighting imports to property flips, she's navigated every corner of the professional world. Off the clock, she's a baking maestro and a pillar of strength for her loved ones. Her superpowers? Organising with finesse, kindness, and generosity. With a grand plan for a robust property portfolio, Karen proves that teamwork makes every quest a success!
Alana Morel
Property ManagerA retail dynamo turned property pro! With 20 years in fast-paced retail, Alana excels in property management. Off-duty, she indulges in culinary escapades, impromptu road trips, and laughter with friends. Her superpowers? Stellar communication, unshakable calm, and a knack for teamwork. Next stop: building her property empire!
Shaye Price
Property ManagerMeet Shaye, a go-getter in sales turned strategy guru. When she's not jet-setting or hitting the gym, she's lending a hand to those in need. With sharp planning and clear communication, she's set to innovate property management at A1. Shaye's all about teamwork, blending talents for success in every venture.
April Nicholls
Property ManagerMeet April, the sales superhero turned family-focused dynamo! After a decade in real estate, April shifted gears to prioritise family time and routine. But don't be fooled—adventure still calls! From bungee jumps to globe-trotting, April embraces life's thrills. A true team player and communication whiz, she is always up for a laugh and a good chat.
Abby Fowler
Property AdministratorA Kiwi with a knack for communication - Abby's journey from Auckland to Canterbury via Camp America crafted her into a communication expert. With a Bachelor's in Strategic Communications, she's primed for success. When not plotting her future in property, she's the office's vibrant team MVP, balancing work with gym sessions, netball, and laughter-filled hangouts.
Kate van Beurten
Property AdministratorIntroducing Kate, the customer service champ with a knack for adventure! From researching to timber to travel, her career journey's been a wild ride. Off the clock, she's a basketball buff, gym-goer, and curry aficionado. With a love for sunny weather, Kate aims to conquer the world's wonders, flip houses, and retire early—all with a team spirit that's second to none!
Dena Simms
Property AdministratorMeet Dena, a spark of change! Formerly in electrical wholesale, she embarked on a new adventure in Rolleston. Now, she ignites her passion for property and people at A1, craving growth and learning. Weekends? Family explorations, culinary quests, and kid-energy burnouts. Dreaming of one day building a forever home and fulfilling her travel lust. With Dena, teamwork truly makes the dream work!