MP’s Pay Us A Visit On-Site
We enjoyed meeting with Catherine Wedd (MP for Tukituki) and James Meager (Associate Transport Minister) on one of our land development sites to demonstrate how we use drone technology in surveying. It was great to chat about CAA rules that are working, as well as some areas that could use a bit of attention. We […]
How Subdivision Can Help With Succession
For a lot of rural landowners, succession is not a straightforward process. The intention is usually clear. Parents want to retire, children want to be involved, and the family wants to keep the land together. The problem is often the structure of the land itself, and the cost of shifting ownership under that structure. Most […]
Proud to Back the Champions: Napier City Rovers Claim the 2026 Central League Title
What a season for Thirsty Whale Napier City Rovers. The Surveying Company is incredibly proud to be a major sponsor of the club as they celebrate being crowned 2026 Dettol Central League Champions. Rovers finished their league campaign in style, travelling to New Plymouth and securing an emphatic 6–0 victory over FC Western to seal […]
Waiting Until After the Election to Decide? Read This First.
We’re hearing a version of the same line more and more from landowners weighing up subdivision: “I’m going to wait until after the election to decide.” It’s understandable. Nobody wants to commit to a big decision before knowing who’s in charge or how things might change. But if subdivision is something you’ve been thinking about, waiting […]
Investing in Growth: Nick and Will Complete the 2025 Business Academy
The Surveying Company is proud to celebrate Nick and Will for successfully completing the 2025 Business Academy through Survey and Spatial New Zealand. The Academy ran from June to October and provided an incredible opportunity for professionals across the survey and spatial sector to learn, collaborate, and strengthen their leadership skills. With sessions held across […]
Supporting Local Sport: The Surveying Company Proudly Backs Napier City Rovers
At The Surveying Company, we’re proud to support local sport and community spirit here in Hawke’s Bay — both on and off the field. This season, we’ve continued our sponsorship of the Napier City Rovers Football Club, one of the region’s most iconic sporting organisations. You’ll spot our logo proudly displayed around Bluewater Stadium and […]
Proud Gold Sponsor of the Rugged Raukawa 2025
The Surveying Company was proud to be a Gold Sponsor of this year’s Rugged Raukawa — one of Hawke’s Bay’s most iconic off-road events. Set just 15 minutes from Hastings, the course took runners, walkers, and mountain bikers through stunning farmland, challenging hills, and incredible rural scenery. From the 9km fun walk/run to the 18–27km […]
Supporting Local: The Surveying Company Backs Clifton Cricket Club Fundraiser
At The Surveying Company, we’re proud to support local organisations that make Hawke’s Bay such a special place to live, work, and play. Recently, we were delighted to sponsor the Clifton Cricket Club Golf Fundraiser, an event that brought together the community for a fantastic day of friendly competition — and all for a great […]
2024 Q1
To sum up the first quarter of 2024, the only suitable phrase would be ‘flat out’. A lot of our work has been centred around post cyclone recovery and the associated rebuild, working closely with valued clients like Hastings District Council, Hawkes Bay Regional Council, Tonkin and Taylor, and Beca. 2024 has also seen the […]
2023 Q4
023 was a busy year for The Surveying Company. Our UAV dedicated company arm, Drone IT, is now fully up and running. We are a small, but dedicated team with a wide range of expertise, and a passion for drones. Our team consists of three pilots, with over 16 years experience between us. Our specialty […]