Podcasting from the Bay
Podcasting is the fastest growing media globally, creating fortunes and celebrity status for the likes of Joe Rogan, Bill Simmons, Karen Kilgraff and Georgia Hardstark (My favourite murder). There’s an oddity about sending questions to local podcasters for a written and published feature… Hawke’s Bay has some amazing podcast talent who enjoy sharing their experiences […]
Business mentor helps ‘courageous’ first-time Hawke’s Bay retailers in their 60s stay afloat
Running a small retail business with no experience, let alone doing it when you’re nearing retirement age, is no easy task. Add cyclones, the cost of living, and a pandemic to the mix, and you’d think many wouldn’t even bother setting up shop. Onekawa Books & Gifts shop owners Chris and Tracey Abrehamsen are both […]
CHB upholsterer with 40 years of experience opens his own business
After celebrating his 60th birthday, Steve Bradley and his wife, Caroline were planning retirement and a campervan exploration of New Zealand after he was made redundant from Sloanes Saddlery and Canvas, where he had worked for more than 20 years. However, with no other business offering his skill set in Waipukurau and a love for […]
Waipukurau’s Lindsay Farm impresses Food Producer Awards judges
Waipukurau’s Lindsay Farm Dairy has picked up two gold awards at the 2024 Outstanding Food Producer Awards. Lindsay Farm’s Organic A2 Pasteurised Milk and its Organic A2 Raw Milk both won golds in the Leefield Station Dairy Category. Judging covered 358 products from the 122 producers entered, with judges allocating marks for aroma, visual appearance, […]
Hawke’s Bay to the world
Rockit chief executive Mark O’Donnell says consumer awareness for the brand continues to improve each year. Some 88% of premium consumers recently surveyed stated they love Rockit. Sustainability is another focus, with New Zealand part of the pilot market for new sustainable tubes. “We did a successful trial here in 2022 and are looking to […]
Int. Workspaces – Lifting the game in office fitouts
Int.workspaces specialises in the specification, design, supply and installation of office spaces and furniture throughout New Zealand. Owned by Isaac and Tarryn Scott int.workspaces client base includes local councils, schools, government and corporations. Int. also have a specialised Library Division which is a preferred supplier for most local councils throughout New Zealand. The process involves […]
Hawke’s Bay Airport is celebrating 60 years
Hawke’s Bay Airport turns 60 in 2024, and we’re going all out to celebrate. Join us for a year full of exciting events, including a brand-new kids’ play area, the ever popular ‘Run the Runway’ event, and a photo competition with some fantastic local prizes. It’s going to be a year to remember! The airport, […]
Cheese awards: Craggy Range Sheep Dairy puts Hawke’s Bay on map with gold medal sweep
It’s fair to say James and Kate Clairmont have earned the joint title of “the big cheese” in Hawke’s Bay. The pecorino pop stars have put the region on the map by sweeping five gold medals, their best result to date, in the prestigious New Zealand Champions of Cheese Awards. “We’re totally blown away, actually. […]
City centre activity showcases business confidence
As a district we have a huge task in front of us as we continue our recovery from Cyclone Gabrielle, and as we manage the headwinds of the wider economic environment. Alongside this, however, there continue to be positive signs of business confidence in Hastings that give ongoing cause for optimism for our future. In […]
Gemco celebrates 20 years
Hawke’s Bay’s leading construction company Gemco celebrated 20 years in style with 500 guests rocking to top New Zealand band The Blackseeds at Church Road. Gemco was founded by Darren Diack and developer Terry Pratley in late 2003. Gemco managing director Darren Diack said 20 years at the forefront of the local construction scene was […]
Secluded piece of Hawke’s Bay farm earmarked for $40m film studio
A secluded piece of farmland near Te Awanga, Hawke’s Bay, has been chosen as the site for a proposed $40 million film studio development, which is said to have interest from Academy Award-winning filmmaker Ron Howard. Auckland-based company No.8 Studios Ltd. has lodged a resource consent application to build the studio on 24 hectares of […]