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We’re excited to share that Angie Hamlin-Tuck and the wider Upper Jail project team have been named finalists for the Barnes Beagley Doherr Best Team Award at the Property Council Wellington Property People Awards! 👏

A huge congratulations to James on being named a finalist for Young Achiever of the Year at the Property Council Wellington Property People Awards! 🥳

Our very own Paula Nissen has been named a finalist for Property Professional of the Year at the Property Council Wellington Property People Awards! 🎉 

We’re proud to share that our project delivered for Kernel’s Auckland headquarters has been named a finalist in four categories at the 2026 Best Design Awards, recognising the project across Workplace Environments, Repurposed Spaces & Adaptive Reuse, Colour – Spatial, and Lighting Design.

The commercial leasing market has changed significantly over the last few years. Tenants are looking for more than just a good location and competitive rental rates. They want spaces that are ready to support their business from day one. This is why more landlords are investing in turnkey fitouts.

Whether it's a national retail rollout, a fitness franchise expansion, a corporate workplace upgrade, or a healthcare facility refurbishment, success depends on having the right partner who can seamlessly manage projects across the country.

At the heart of every successful project is more than just programme and process: it’s people. We sat down with Project Director Andreas to talk about his approach, what’s shaped his perspective, and the human side of the role.

Pink Ribbon Day continues to be an important moment each year for our team to come together in support of a cause that touches so many lives across Aotearoa. We’re proud to have raised $400 in donations, contributing to essential research, education, and support services.

We are thrilled to congratulate our very own Grant Heighway, winner of the Outstanding Leadership Award, sponsored by Rolle Property Ltd, at this year’s Wellington Property People Awards.

We've taken Wellington Airport with one simple question: what does your office feel like? What if it could be so much more? Because the right office should feel like all of these.

The office is no longer just a place to sit at a desk. It’s a driver of culture, wellbeing, and business performance. That’s why Catalyst is asking: what should your office feel like? 

Creating a new workplace can feel daunting. With so many moving parts, from understanding what your people need, to navigating budgets, timelines, and design decisions; it’s no surprise many organisations find the process overwhelming.

Big news for Catalyst – an exciting new chapter begins!

Last week, Catalyst had the privilege of contributing to STUDiO’s Architecture Industry Night — an event dedicated to connecting students with professionals across the architecture and design sectors.

Meet Angie Hamlin-Tuck, one of Catalyst’s experienced and authentic Senior Project Managers.

Angie brings people together through trust, collaboration, and clear communication, while staying true to her down-to-earth and approachable style. We sat down with Angie to learn more about her approach, what drives her, and the experiences that continue to shape her mahi.

Meet Rachel, one of Catalyst’s thoughtful and people-focused Senior Project Managers.

We caught up with Rachel to hear more about what drives her, how she tackles challenges, and the mahi that fills her cup.

As Matariki rises in the midwinter sky, we take a moment to reflect on the people we’ve worked alongside, the places we’ve helped shape, and the year that’s been 🌠