The latest earthquake in Christchurch is an event of enormous sadness.

For those who have lost family members and loved ones, we extend our heartfelt sympathies.

We've seen some miraculous rescues of beloved workmates, many of whom will face new challenges in the days and months ahead, and we'll seek to help them as much as we can.

Through all of this, we've seen the immeasurable spirit and fortitude of the people in our own organisation – those who stayed at the site to report back until the early hours of the morning, those who were tirelessly committed to offering an ear, sympathy and any bit of news we could provide to the families and friends and most notably those who fought to survive.

To all the emergency services and rescue teams who have worked incredibly hard and continue to do so, we say, simply but profoundly, thank you. 

All our Perpetual teams across the country would also like to thank all those New Zealanders who have offered their support, thoughts and prayers in the last few days.  Like the people and city of Christchurch, we at Perpetual will move forward from this tragedy and continue to grow. 


John Duncan                                                    Patrick Middleton

CEO, Perpetual Group                                     CEO, Perpetual Portfolio Management