McCarthy Media and Communications

11/09/2026

Absolutely stoked for the Trust - and was delighted to put together the application for this amazing competition! 🙌 Rangatahi Zone

08/09/2026

🌞 Really loved writing this story with Nicola and Chris! ⚡️

☀️ More Southlanders are looking to the sky to power their homes and businesses.

The number of New Zealanders using solar power has grown from 20,000 in 2018 to nearly 84,000 in 2026?

For Invercargill couple Nicola McGilvray and Chris Ellenden, installing solar panels at Tuatara Lodge was the first step towards a more energy-efficient business.

“We eventually want to be a green brewery, so this is the first step.”
🔗 Read the full Envirosouth story here: www.es.govt.nz/about-us/envirosouth/2026-stories/spring-2026/southerners-looking-to-the-sky-for-renewable-energy

19/08/2026

🎤Big week for Sarah hosting Arts Murihiku Awards and the panel chat at the Heritage South AGM - in between rehearsals for Repertory Invercargill Noises Off 9-12 Sept! 🎭

28/07/2026

Come see our show! Ticket details here: https://www.trybooking.com/nz/events/landing/20417 🎶 😇

19/05/2026

Hey, so we’ve been in business (or to be honest a lifestyle that keeps our heads vaguely above water) for 10 years!

There’s been Pie Day Friday, amazing shows, great projects and stories, MC stuff, a lot of stress at times, but mostly a bloody good ride!

Thanks to everyone for all your support along the way, here’s to the next… 🥰

PS: Sarah I’m doing a post for our 10th anniversary, can you check it for me

13/05/2026

Check out the Climate Report! Weather man Dan is safe, I reckon…

23/04/2026

Sarah had a ball - fascinating yarns!

Hannah loved being part of a panel discussion earlier today at He Waka Tuia discussing purchasing, renovating, and styling character homes with architect Roger Beattie and interior designer Sarah Jordan, facilitated by Sarah McCarthy. Great to see so many people attend with lots of queries and great input!

17/04/2026

Check out these awesome FREE courses…

Your Pathway to Home Ownership Starts Here

Awarua Synergy is proud to deliver the Sorted Kāinga Ora Home Ownership Programme – a free, supportive programme designed to help whānau build the confidence, knowledge, and plan needed to move toward owning a home.
Through practical workshops, you’ll learn how to manage money, understand your options, and create a clear housing pathway that works for you.
You don’t need to have it all figured out — just be ready to start.

👉 Register your interest today. Spaces are limited. https://forms.monday.com/forms/1a2875a7b80870d78a5b4604008b11d3?r=use1

09/04/2026

Sarah had a ball at fast foodies at Gadoochi tonight as part of Wee Fest - lots on all weekend check out https://www.wee.nz Louise Evans Gadoochi Brewing