The 9 Yards team in central Christchurch, from left: Ella Shanks, Jonathan Liong, Mitch van der Weert and Robbie Staniford

About us

Meet the team.

Christchurch locals across mortgages, KiwiSaver, investments and insurance. Based in Sydenham, working with clients all over New Zealand.

Jonathan Liong, Financial Adviser - Mortgages | Investments | KiwiSaver Scheme | Insurance

Jonathan Liong

Financial Adviser - Mortgages | Investments | KiwiSaver Scheme | Insurance

021 293 2388
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Jonathan Liong

Jonathan is a highly experienced Financial Adviser dedicated to helping clients achieve their financial goals. With over 10 years of industry experience, he has a deep understanding of the home loan, insurance, business and investment markets. Known for exceptional customer service and attention to detail, Jonathan tailors advice to each client's unique needs, whether they are first-time buyers, refinancing, or investing. He holds the New Zealand Certificate in Financial Services (Residential Lending, Health & Life Insurance, KiwiSaver Scheme & Investments).

021 293 2388

Mitch van der Weert, Financial Adviser - Mortgages | Investments | KiwiSaver Scheme

Mitch van der Weert

Financial Adviser - Mortgages | Investments | KiwiSaver Scheme

027 551 2664
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Mitch van der Weert

Mitch is a registered Financial Adviser. He began his finance career with three years of study at Canterbury University, graduating with a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Finance. He then joined NZ's largest bank, working in business banking for five years, four of those as a business manager. That experience means you get professional, accurate advice from the start. He's passionate about helping his customers and backs it up with exceptional service and follow-up on every interaction. In his spare time Mitch can be found racing around Ruapuna in his Honda Integra racecar, riding his jetski, or socialising with friends.

027 551 2664

Robbie Staniford, Financial Adviser - Investments | KiwiSaver Scheme

Robbie Staniford

Financial Adviser - Investments | KiwiSaver Scheme

021 240 5683
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Robbie Staniford

Robbie holds a degree in Agribusiness and Food Marketing, complemented by a Level 5 Certificate in Financial Services specialising in Investment, KiwiSaver, Life, Disability and Health Insurance. He uses that mix of academic insight and practical financial knowledge to deliver straightforward, client-focused advice. His core mission is to educate clients about KiwiSaver and investing, building their confidence to make informed decisions for their financial futures. Outside the office, the same practical, no-nonsense approach shows up in his interests: football, fitness and agriculture.

021 240 5683

Ella Shanks, Adviser Support

Ella Shanks

Adviser Support

022 192 7912

We go the whole nine yards!

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Where you'll find us

4/31 Carlyle St, Sydenham, Christchurch. Just south of the central city, easy parking, and the coffee nearby is decent.

Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm. Can't make it in? Phone, email and video calls all work.

0800 992 737 (0800 9 YARDS)

Jonathan Liong and Mitch van der Weert over coffee with Ella Shanks and Robbie Staniford

Jonathan Liong and Mitch van der Weert over coffee with Ella Shanks and Robbie Staniford · Photography: Jay French, Ōtautahi Christchurch

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