Of these, 16 are involved in businesses related directly or indirectly to property ownership.Īmong the newbies are Mark Gunton, owner of NZ Retail Property Group ($210m), Peter Coote, transport operator ($190m), Craig Silberry, managing director of probiotic manufacturer Life-Space ($155m) and Sir Ken Stevens, chairman of Glidepath ($75m).Īmong the new families of 2019 are the Patersons, heirs to the late South Island entrepreneur Howard Paterson, and the Dippies (Martin and Allan), Southland-based brothers with a retail and property portfolio. Twenty new people have been added to NBR's list of 255 of our top businesspeople. The NBR reported that collectively, the billionaires have chalked up $90b in homegrown wealth, up 11 percent from last year. New Zealand now has nine billionaires and five billionaire families, according to the list. Jones trails businessman Graeme Hart, the first Kiwi to hit the $10b mark, up from an estimated $9b in 2018. Rich List 2018: NBA star Steven Adams appears for first time.Sir Bob Jones files defamation action after petition for knighthood to be revoked - report.The NBR Rich List 2019 has estimated his net worth at around $1 billion - up from $860 million last year. Discovery will continue this beloved tradition at North Shore Preserve, creating an escape from the ordinary that effortlessly generates memories for members and their families.The NBR Rich List, released Monday, points to property tycoon Sir Bob Jones as New Zealand's newest billionaire.Ĭlosing in on his 80th birthday, the property investor, author and former politician is showing no signs of slowing down, having recently purchased his 18th prime office building - Civic Assurance House, in Wellington's CBD.Īccording to NBR estimates, he has more than doubled his fortune over the past six years, and his private property company now owns 26 buildings in Auckland and Wellington alone. The Discovery philosophy emphasizes a family-focused lifestyle that is accentuated through its vertical membership structure, as well as by the distinct relaxed atmosphere that draws friends and neighbors together. Discovery's distinguishing hallmark is a unique approach to each location, creating communities inspired by the surrounding natural and cultural environment. With 25 communities in its global portfolio to date, Discovery aims to build on its successes at previous projects such as Kuki'o Golf and Beach Club on the Big Island and Makena Golf and Ocean Club on Maui. The community will also include dining options emphasizing locally-sourced ingredients, fitness studios and trainers, spa and wellness facilities, a resort-style pool, and much more. In the Discovery tradition, golf will be playable for all ages and skillsets and outfitted with comfort stations featuring drinks and local fare. With a less-is-more development philosophy in mind, each gathering spot, program, and place is designed thoughtfully and minimally to showcase the island's beauty and potential for fun and adventure, including the Robert Trent Jones, Jr.-redesigned golf course and North Shore House. Focusing on cultivating a healthy, balanced lifestyle, the private community will feature private beach access and a host of Outdoor Pursuits, Discovery's authentic amenities and facilities, and signature member and residential service. North Shore Preserve will be a place where families will make lifelong memories for generations to come. This newly re-imagined, low-density project is a secluded and peaceful island oasis with limited initial homesite and hale offerings. North Shore Preserve, a one-of-a-kind residential community, spans one thousand acres at the base of the mountains in the pastoral Hanalei valley. Discovery Land Company is excited to announce our 25th residential club community on the majestic North Shore of Kaua'i.
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