We are shocked and saddened by the large earthquake that has struck Christchurch.
Our hearts go out to those who have suffered loss of family members. Our thoughts are also with all those people who have lost, or suffered damage, to homes or businesses.
We also acknowledge the many efforts going into rescue and recovery.

Taylor Baines is operational - contact us on this site.
Thanks for all the messages of concern and support.
Founded in 1989 as an independent research provider and consulting firm, Taylor Baines and Associates works mainly in the areas of:
- Social & natural resource research assessment, policy & management
- Participatory processes in strategic planning and evaluation
The firm provides a broadly-based service to those concerned with:
- Natural resource management and policy
- Social research and assessment
- Social services and social policy
- Economic and business development
- Project or programme development and evaluation
- Strategic planning
- Assessment of environmental effects
Its services have been retained by:
- International Funding Agencies
- New Zealand government departments
- New Zealand Public Good Science Fund
- State-Owned Enterprises
- University departments
- Local government organisations
- Industry and professional associations
- Private companies and consortia
- Voluntary agencies
- Community groups