Interim Switched On CEO Appointment | Welcome Aaron Smith
22 January 2026
Kā te Rama Switched On Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Aaron Smith as our Interim Chief Executive Officer.
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News
Keep up to date with what's happening at Kā te Rama Switched On Group as we continue to enhance environments for whānau, businesses and communities across Aotearoa.
Here, we'll share stories about our kaimahi, projects, community kaupapa and successes in the construction and maintenance industry.
Wrapping Up the Year: Kirihimete, Awards, and Celebrations
9 January 2026
In the lead up to Kirihimete, our Kā te Rama Switched On whānau gathered for Christmas parties across the motu to commemorate a year of hard work, connection, and success. Each tea...
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Switched On Building Solutions Partners with Te Āhuru Mōwai to Deliver Homes in Pōneke
22 August 2025
Switched On Building Solutions are proud to be working with Te Āhuru Mōwai to deliver 10 new homes to whānau in Titahi Bay, Porirua with work soon kicking off across two sites. The...
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Highly Commended for Health, Safety & Wellbeing at the Building People Awards!
21 August 2025
We’re proud to share that Kristal McGill (Ngāpuhi), our incredible General Manager of Health, Safety & Environment, was awarded Highly Commended in the Health, Safety and Wellbeing...
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Māori-owned construction group expands nationally with major acquisition of PAE New Zealand
1 July 2025
In a landmark move for Māori enterprise and New Zealand’s facilities management sector, Kā te Rama Switched On Group (majority owned by Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira) has acquired PAE...
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Health and safety: leading change from the inside out
5 June 2025
At Kā te Rama Switched On Group, health and safety is more than a checklist. It is a commitment to people, to progress, and to creating workplaces where everyone feels safe, includ...
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Chief Executive Chris Hughes steps down after 25 Years with Switched On Group
21 May 2025
After 25 years of dedicated service — including nearly 7 years at the helm — our Chief Executive, Chris Hughes, is stepping down from his role this week.
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Welcoming PAE New Zealand to the Switched On Group Whānau
13 May 2025
Kā te Rama Switched On Group is excited to welcome respected leader in commercial facilities and asset management - PAE New Zealand to the whānau.
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Mulch, manaaki and mahi bring tenant garden vision to life
12 May 2025
Tenants lead the way in transforming their outdoor space into a thriving community garden, with support from Switched On Housing, Kāinga Ora, and Treetech. A day full of mahi, conn...
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Community spirit shines at Wharenui Terrace
7 May 2025
A sense of hapori and connection was alive and well at a recent community day held in Roslyn, Palmerston North. Organised by Kāinga Ora and local partners, the event aimed to bring...
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