Chris is almost better known in Wellington as a former journalist in radio and television. He left the media in 1986 to work with NZ icon Sir Robert (Bob) Jones at Robt. Jones Investments as that company’s Property Manager, with responsibility for NZ, Australia, Canada & the USA. This laid the foundation for his knowledge of commercial property in all facets. He and Sir Robert remain close friends and fish together regularly. Chris catches the bigger ones.
He has been in Agency since 1988, principally at Colliers International. He has been Colliers top producing broker in NZ and has attended Colliers training in Baltimore and Prague. He has served two terms as President of the Property Council of NZ (Wellington branch) and two terms as President of the Porirua City Chamber of Commerce. He was a founder of North Wellington Life Education Trust and is a member of the Rotary Club of Wellington. In 2015 he launched Gollins Commercial Ltd to provide enhanced agency services through exceptional service and marketing. He is passionate about his company exceeding client’s expectations.
Chris’s greatest strength is innovation. He has conceived of many transactions and developments, firstly recognising an opportunity, identifying a location then convincing investors, vendors, local authorities etc.
Prioritise Profile & Space at 'The' SH2 Corner
11 Norfolk Road, Masterton
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1,944m²
Nothing else compares. And after many decades, but just one business, this 1.7 hectare site is for sale by negotiation .The property includes the Z Truck Stop which at $15,000 net plus GST pays the rates plus.Set-up in the 1980's as a transport deport, with offices (195m2) recently refurbished, the principal building is 1,600m2.
Automotive Service Centre and Sales Yard
10 Titahi Bay Road, Porirua City
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484m²
Here's the chance to secure this prime position in the vehicle-specific precinct of the hugely successful Porirua Mega-Centre.Join VTNZ and Capital City Ford and have hundreds stare at your business every day as they queue for VTNZ.The tenancy is 484m2 - workshop and admin - plus the vehicle lot which holds 20+ cars.
$155,000 Per Annum
Masterton icon with 250m2 penthouse for you
20 Perry Street, Masterton
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286m²
At the price required you get the full-floor 4-bedroom apartment as your own weekender - plus 5% net return on your investment.Once chosen as the safest building in which to store the Treaty of Waitangi - built in 1922 - but without the frustration of a heritage listing. This property has had just two owners in 103 years.
$1,100,000
Large, modern, great access with internal parks
15 Walter Street, Te Aro, Wellington
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940m²
Almost half the 3rd floor (top floor) of this totally refurbished, prominent Te Aro landmark building, strengthened to 80% NBS.This is the space recently vacated by Warner Bros/Discovery (Newshub) in what was once known as the TV3 building.The balance of the floor is occupied by Mediaworks. There are two decks - facing west and north.
"The" Corner - the Wairarapa's best known industrial site
11 Norfolk Road, Waingawa, Masterton
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1,800m²
Built for big trucks and bordering State Highway 2 at the south entrance to Masterton, this 17,000m2 (more or less) site offers a level of profile worth thousands of dollars and ease of access for your next depot or industrial needs. The Z truck stop is at your front door. There's a large 1800m2 high stud warehouse with a workshop area and wash bay.
Live Amongst the Vines - A Last Chance
20 Dakins Road, East Taratahi, Carterton
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104,620m²
Opportunities for this dream lifestyle are disappearing, New Wairarapa rural land cannot be subdivided less than 40ha.This gently rising vineyard of 10.46ha (25 acres) is planted in Pinot Noir grapes that have consistently produced high quality wine.The District Plan permits the erection of two dwellings, but no further subdivision.
Lifestyle Block with Big Income Potential
43 School Road, Te Horo, Kapiti Coast
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1,220m²
This was the phenomenal 'Culinary campus' of Ruth Pretty catering. Now vacant it offers exceptional potential for a home and income.A residence may be built on the 8 hectares as of right. There are terrific sites bordering native bush. There is no house on site as yet.
$1,900,000
Heavy Duty Storage / Yard Space
39 Norfolk Road, Waingawa, Masterton
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1,850m²
Here is an example of the type of property that hard working people in dirty boots frequently have difficulty finding. It's large. It can hold all manner of plant and equipment - a lot of it undercover with a high roof clearance. Access is from both sides, so it's drive-thru.
Powered Up - Wairarapa Investment
30 Ahumahi Road, Waingawa, Masterton
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600m²
There is nothing like this property available in the Wairarapa currently. Located in the Waingawa Industrial Park which identifies as one of the key growth areas of the greater Wellington region.This 600m² building sits on 1,194m² land, just a 3-minute drive from Masterton. Well established and locally owned Power Related Services Limited occupies this property - with a favorable lease.
A medalist in any property competition - Sale or Lease
43 Ngaumutawa Road, Masterton
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18,168m²
You can’t think too big here. It’s the largest building in the Wairarapa and one of the largest in the southern North Island. BUT it will unquestionably offer the most competitive rental you may encounter anywhere in New Zealand. The owner will negotiate the deal that you can’t refuse.
One of the best and very secure
11 Refreshment Place, Trentham, Upper Hutt
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8,880m²
The Dominion Post - Saturday March 19 2022Gollins Commercial has been appointed to lease this exceptional Upper Hutt industrial campus.The warehouse is outstanding for accessibility, presentation, natural light, modern (refurbished)amenities and office options.
The Exceptional Security of a Motel Freehold Investment
615 High Street, Hutt Central, Lower Hutt
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930m²
SOLD - October 2025
An Option That Meets All Tests
436 Belvedere Road, Carterton
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920m²
The former Belvedere Dairy Factory, 2 minutes from SH2 and 50 minutes from Hutt Valley factories, has been renovated to an exceptionally high standard for any industrial/storage purpose - and is offered for Lease at an incredibly attractive rental of $65m2 net. Purchasing of the whole property is also negotiable.
$60,000 Per Annum
Probably Petone's Premiere Presence
92 Nelson Street, Petone, Hutt City
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623m²
SOLD - May 2025
1562m2 Smart Industrial Yard with Extras
19 Pakihi Road, Waingawa, Masterton
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LEASED - January 2025
$27,000
No Better Industrial Site - Location Plus!
137 Ngaumutawa Road, Masterton
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1,450m²
SOLD - December 2024
The Perfect Small Town Kiwi Investment
43 Main Street, Pahiatua
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194m²
SOLD - November 2024
$140,000
One Of The Best You'll Find
6 Edwin Feist Place, Solway, Masterton
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670m²
LEASED - June 2025
Impeccable Industrial Investment
11 Norman Avenue, Waingawa, Masterton
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960m²
SOLD - February 2025
Modern Cool Creative Character office
262 Wakefield Street, Te Aro, Wellington
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126m²
Very cool modern 'creative' character space in the Capital's precinct to be seen. You'll be close to the Cuba Quarter - opposite the Museum hotel & apartments - have Courtenay Place behind you - Panhead 30 metres from your door and the vibrant Shoesies, diagonally opposite.
$52,000 Per Annum
Strengthened and Completely Refurbished
75-81 Queen Street, Masterton
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1,560m²
SOLD - May 2025
Motel Freehold Investment
33 Amohia Street, Paraparaumu, Kapiti Coast
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690m²
SOLD - April 2024
Probably the Best Available
9 Edwin Feist Place, Solway, Masterton
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540m²
There are few warehouse/factory properties in the Wairarapa as functional or as smart as 9 Edwin Feist Place.Having been used solely for the storage of bulk honey since completion the 465m2 warehouse is in brilliant condition.The offices are modern with great natural light. The 900m2 yard is the third feature - large and fully fenced with exceptionally good drainage.
Exceptional profile in tightly held Seaview
9A Seaview Road, Seaview, Lower Hutt
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596m²
SOLD - October 2023
Future proofed industrial investment
11 Pakihi Road, Waingawa, Masterton
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1,105m²
SOLD - February 2024
The most practical site here
16 Thistle Avenue, Masterton
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3,292m²
This 3,292m² site at ‘The Poplars’ business park is perfectly positioned.Being directly aligned with a right-of-way gives this site unique potential for separate B-train drive-on/drive-off access, while maintaining a large building footprint.Use of the ROW for this purpose is included on the title.The Poplars is one of the Wairarapa’s newest and smartest industrial developments.
31 Year Fully Net Lease
2 Hospital Road, Greytown, South Wairarapa
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4,724m²
SOLD - March 2023
It's Johnsonville - it's commercial - it's rare
5 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville
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110m²
SOLD - April 2023
Selling "AS IS" - Potential 10% net appealing?
75-81 Queen Street, Masterton, Wairarapa
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1,500m²
SOLD - December 2022
Three Street Access - Very Central
140 Bentley Street, Masterton, Wairarapa
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1,880m²
SOLD - January 2023
TWO Affordable Childcare Investments
43 & 50 Harley Street, Solway, Masterton
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178m²
SOLD - February 2023
No better location in Carterton
60 High Street South, Carterton
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118m²
LEASED - October 2022
Prominent Corner, Prominent Tenants
11-19 Bannister Street, Masterton
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900m²
SOLD - March 2022
Golden Greytown Development Site With Strong Holding Return
48-50 Main Street, Greytown, South Wairarapa
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760m²
SOLD - March 2022
They Were All Sold - Now The Best Are Available
'The Poplars' Ngaumutawa Road, Masterton
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4,528m²
SOLD - March 2022
Unique Property with Great Potential
67 & 67A Norfolk Road, Waingawa, Masterton
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1,656m²
SOLD - October 2022
The French Baker and development site
81 Main Street, Greytown, South Wairarapa
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290m²
SOLD - Febuary 2022
Boutique Kuripuni Retail Store
434 Queen Street, Kuripuni, Masterton
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54.60m²
LEASED - December 2021
Nothing better in Masterton
6 Edwin Feist Place, Solway, Masterton
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670m²
LEASED - January 2022
Look at the frontage - a rare offering
41-45 Park Street, Kingsley Heights, Upper Hutt
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290m²
SOLD - October 2021
$950,000
3831 State Highway Two, West Taratahi
3831 State Highway 2, West Taratahi, Masterton
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24,770m²
SOLD - July 2021
Fenced gravel yard in Waingawa Industrial Park
15 Ahumahi Road, Waingawa, Masterton
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1,700m²
LEASED - April 2022
Established industrial depot / yard
192 Te Ore Ore Road, Masterton
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1,540m²
SOLD - July 2021
Number one office investment in the Wairarapa
101 Chapel Street, Masterton
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584m²
SOLD - July 2021
Superior Freehold Investment
23 Clarence Street, Hamilton Central, Hamilton
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2,386.48m²
SOLD - July 2021
Lawyers and Linguini - LAVISHLY RESTORED
109 Chapel Street, Masterton
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612m²
SOLD - May 2021
Koi in Kuripuni - Immaculate investment
439 Queen Street, Kuripuni, Masterton
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267m²
SOLD - May 2021
The corner where the Greytown phenomenon began
83-87 Main Street, Greytown, South Wairarapa
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296m²
SOLD - March 2021
Invest in a proven success
429-433 Queen Street, Masterton, Wairarapa
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1,024m²
SOLD - April 2021
Hardworking Men In Dirty Boots Will Walk In Here And Smile
39 Norfolk Road, Waingawa, Masterton
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1,850m²
SOLD - February 2021
Martinborough - Occupy or invest
39 Jellicoe Street, Martinborough, South Wairarapa
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260m²
SOLD - February 2021
An exceptional vineyard / lifestyle
413A Lake Ferry Road, Martinborough, Wairarapa
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110m²
SOLD - December 2020
$475,000
New 10-Year Lease to Post - Covid Success Story
132 Lincoln Road, Masterton, Wairarapa
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2,490m²
SOLD - March 2021