Nick Goodall

Obviously very late in the year, just before we all knock off for Christmas.

I appreciate that.

And I do look forward to a bit of lighthearted provincial banter alongside some real data as well.

And no doubt a few insightful gems for holidaymakers out there who are looking to head away and no doubt come to your guys' beautiful areas.

So as many of you, you yourselves would have experienced, and I'm sure our listeners have felt, this year has been one of conflicting forces on the market.

Lower interest rates, of course, have provided that backdrop for more money in people's pockets.

and a flow through to an improving economy, but it's taken a lot longer than anyone had hoped as the weak job market and cautious business management sort of prolonged what I call a stuttering market.

However, as we found out just the other day actually,

there are good signs that the economy is on the improve.

And I think that'll mean a more active property market through both the summer and then into 2026.

But before we get into too much data, and I should note, we'll be referencing the Koteli best of the best report throughout the pod today.

I want to hear maybe the best pitch from you guys first to get a vibe for your area.

So, you know, what makes your town so great?

So let's go with Dan first.

You know, why do you live in Tauranga, mate?

What's the big appeal there?

Yeah, no, good call, mate.

So, Stuart, what attracted you and has now kept you in Queenstown?

Yeah, that lake's pretty beautiful, but you're right, it's not quite the same as the beautiful sandy beaches.

So fair point, but great perspective, Mark.