Mataukareao Great King Street
The Mataukareao Great King Street project is a landmark project for Apollo and for Central Dunedin. Named by Ōtākou Rūnaka, the site carries deep cultural significance -once a landing place for waka, with Matau (hook) and Kareao (supplejack) growing across the flats below Hanover and Frederick Streets.
This six-storey, 24-metre-high commercial building is Apollo's first multi-storey vertical build and a major milestone for our team. Delivered under a true design and build model, Apollo were able to maintain full control over design, cost and outcomes from start to finish. The result? A $35 million development that targets Green Star 5 standards and sets a new benchmark for commercial construction in the city.
With neighbouring businesses. To overcome space constraints, Apollo secured an adjacent property for our site office and storage, which significantly improved workflow and safety. With no on-site parking for contractors, coordination was key. The team also adapted the structural approach mid concept design, switching from concrete to steel to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Thanks to strong relationships and clear communication, Apollo navigated these challenges collaboratively and effectively.
Mataukareao is one of the first private multi-storey commercial buildings in Dunedin's CBD in recent years. It's a standout project for Apollo, not just for its scale and sustainability, but for the way our team rose to the challenge. From the deep 40-metre piles to an A-grade stairwell and striking architectural features, this build reflects the best of what Apollo do.
Testimonial
Bevan Hames Koua Capital PartnersHapai Property has successfully partnered with Apollo on a number of projects now, and the Mataukareao Project at Great King St, Dunedin was another success.
This project, deeply rooted in cultural heritage and named by mana whenua Ōtākou Rūnaka, represents more than just a premium commercial office space, it embodies a vision of sustainability, innovation and cultural respect.
Apollo’s commitment to excellence was evident from the outset. Their ability to deliver a complex, six-storey commercial building under true design and build gave us confidence in every phase of the project. Their approach to overcoming logistical challenges such as site operations and adopting new structural design concepts, mid-concept, showed a great deal of proactiveness and agility.
Mataukareao Great King Street is a landmark achievement, and Hapai Property is proud to have partnered with Apollo Projects to bring the project to life. It stands as a testament to what can be accomplished when you have a collaborative partnership cemented in honesty and trust.
